The Ohme ePod OHMEX1GB003-BL is a 7.4kW single-phase untethered EV charger with a Type 2 socket. It is the compact socketed model in the Ohme home charging range, built for drivers who want smart tariff scheduling and app control without a permanently attached cable. The ePod is controlled through the Ohme smartphone app or the charger buttons and is designed for use on a 230V AC single-phase supply. It supports energy tariff integration, Solar Boost, home power balancing and over-the-air updates. The black enclosure measures 230mm high, 140mm wide and 100mm deep, with a 1.5kg unit weight, so it presents a smaller wall unit than a tethered charger. For households comparing charger styles, it sits in the home EV chargers range as the removable-cable Ohme option.

• 7.4kW maximum output on a 230V AC single-phase supply
• 32A maximum rated current
• Untethered Mode 3 charger with Type 2 socket to IEC62196
• Works with suitable 5m or 8m charging cables available separately
• Control through Ohme smartphone app or charger buttons
• 3G/4G multi-network SIM, with SIM cost covered by Ohme for the first three years
• Built-in PEN fault detection and integral 6mA DC protection
• IP54 and IK08 rated black enclosure
• 230mm high x 140mm wide x 100mm deep, 1.5kg unit weight
• UKCA marked and UK Smart Charging Regulations 2021 compliant

Why choose the socketed ePod?

The socketed ePod suits households that want the charge cable to be removable. A user can keep the cable in the vehicle, store it indoors or choose a different cable length for a different parking position. This is helpful for shared driveways, mixed vehicle households and front-of-house installations where a permanently hanging cable would be less tidy.

The charger socket is Type 2 to IEC62196, and Ohme lists 5m and 8m cable options as available separately. The product page also states that the untethered model is compatible with Type 1 and Type 2 electric vehicles, using the appropriate cable. That gives the ePod more vehicle flexibility than a fixed Type 2 lead, while still delivering the same 7.4kW maximum output expected from a domestic single-phase AC charge point.

Tariffs, Solar Boost and app control

The ePod integrates with energy tariffs and is designed to schedule charging around greener and cheaper charging periods. Ohme lists all energy providers as supported, including Octopus and OVO smart EV tariffs. For drivers on time-of-use tariffs, that means the charger can be set to charge when electricity costs are lower rather than charging at the first plug-in moment.

Solar Boost allows surplus home solar energy to be used for EV charging through the Ohme app. The feature is useful where a household already has PV generation and wants the car to use available export. Ohme also states that grid power can supplement solar power where needed to help reach a target, so the user does not have to choose between solar use and practical driving range.

Control is available through the Ohme smartphone app and through buttons on the charger. The ePod does not have the Home Pro’s built-in colour screen, so the app is the main route for viewing usage and adjusting schedules. It still supports over-the-air firmware and software upgrades, with a 3G/4G multi-network SIM providing the charger’s data connection. Ohme covers the SIM cost for the first three years.

Protection and ePod installation requirements

For OHMEX1GB003-BL, the ePod data sheet specifies RCD Type A 30mA protection with integral 6mA DC leakage protection and built-in protective earth neutral fault detection. The installation guide states that overcurrent protection is not fitted and must be provided separately as part of the installation. It recommends a 40A Type B MCB and states that any upstream RCD must be at least Type A 30mA.

The ePod is supplied with one CT clamp, two Wago clips and connector block, and hardware fixings for installation. The CT clamp is used for load balancing and should be installed between the electricity meter and the main fuse box, ideally close to the meter. When configured, the charger can limit current to keep household demand below the set threshold or fuse value. If the available dynamic capacity falls below 6A, the charger pauses to prevent rapid vehicle switching around the threshold.

The charger uses L+N+E 6mm² supply connections and allows rear or underside cable entry. The data sheet states that a 25mm gland and blanking grommet are provided. Its IP54 rating is listed as suitable for outdoor use, while the IK08 impact rating supports typical domestic mounting locations. Installers should still assess local exposure, cable route, isolation and protection as part of the complete job. For supporting materials, review related EV circuit protection and EV cabling before installation.

Cable choice for mixed vehicle homes

The ePod’s main buying advantage is that the cable is not fixed to the charger. A household can select a 5m cable for a neat everyday parking bay, choose an 8m cable where the vehicle inlet sits further away, or replace a cable later without changing the charger. That is useful where the customer may change vehicle, add a second plug-in car or move between nose-in and reverse parking.

An untethered charger also keeps the wall unit visually cleaner between sessions. With no cable permanently attached, the ePod is a small black unit with a Type 2 socket and LED status strip. The user does need to manage the separate cable, so this format suits customers who value flexibility and wall appearance more than the fastest plug-in routine. Where the driver wants to arrive and plug in without handling a loose cable, a Home Pro tethered model may suit better.

Choosing between ePod and Home Pro

Ohme states that the ePod and Home Pro are closely matched in functionality, with 7.4kW maximum output, a multi-network SIM, solar setup compatibility, UK Smart Charging compliance and a three-year warranty as standard. The decision is mainly about format and user interface. The ePod is socketed and screenless, while the Home Pro is tethered and includes a built-in screen.

Choose the ePod where the customer wants a smaller wall unit and the option to remove or change the cable. Choose the 5m Ohme Home Pro where the regular parking position is close to the charger and a fixed lead is convenient. Choose the 8m Ohme Home Pro where a fixed lead is preferred but the vehicle inlet is further from the mounting point. The LAMPS Ohme ePod vs Home Pro guide gives a dedicated comparison for customers choosing within the range.

ePod questions drivers ask

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