The Ohme Home Pro OHME0002GB002 is a 7.4kW single-phase tethered EV charger supplied with a 5m Type 2 cable. It is built for home charging on a 230V AC supply and suits domestic driveways where the vehicle normally parks close to the charge point. The Home Pro combines the convenience of a fixed lead with a colour LCD screen, three on-unit buttons and control through the Ohme smartphone app. It also supports tariff integration, Solar Boost charging, home power balancing and over-the-air updates, so the charger can work around daily routines rather than simply starting every time a vehicle is plugged in. The black IP55 enclosure is suitable for indoor or outdoor wall or post mounting. For buyers comparing domestic options, this is the fixed-cable Home Pro within the wider home EV chargers category.

• 7.4kW maximum output on a 230V AC single-phase supply
• 32A maximum rated current
• Tethered Mode 3 charger with Type 2 plug
• 5m output cable for regular driveway parking layouts
• Colour LCD screen, charger buttons and Ohme app control
• 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
• IP55 and IK08 rated black enclosure
• 170mm high x 200mm wide x 100mm deep, 4kg unit weight
• UKCA marked and UK Smart Charging Regulations 2021 compliant

What does the 5m Home Pro suit?

The 5m version suits homes where the charge point can be mounted near the vehicle inlet, such as a private driveway, a side wall next to the parking bay or a garage frontage. A fixed lead removes the need to retrieve a separate cable from the boot, which is useful for drivers charging several times a week. The 5m length keeps the installation tidy when the parking position is predictable, with less cable to coil after a session than the longer sibling variant.

A tethered Home Pro is a good fit where the household’s main vehicle uses a Type 2 AC inlet and the parking direction is consistent. The Type 2 plug is already attached to the charger, so the user parks, plugs in and lets the schedule manage the rest. For installers, that also makes the handover simpler, because the customer can see charging information directly on the charger screen and can use the app for deeper scheduling and energy tracking.

Tariff control, Solar Boost and the app

The Home Pro integrates with energy tariffs and is designed to align charging with lower-cost and greener charging periods. Ohme lists all energy providers as supported, including Octopus and OVO smart EV tariffs, which makes this charger relevant for customers who want to shift charging away from peak household electricity rates. The user can start, stop and schedule charging through the Ohme app, while the charger buttons give a local control route at the unit.

Solar Boost is available through the Ohme app, allowing surplus solar energy to contribute to vehicle charging. The feature is useful for homes with a PV system because it lets the driver make use of excess generation rather than treating the charger as a fixed grid load. The charger can also supplement solar energy with grid power where needed, so the driver is not forced to choose between using solar and reaching the required charge target.

Energy usage monitoring is handled through the app, giving visibility of charging sessions and energy consumed. Multicar support lets the household save and switch between vehicles in the Ohme app, which is useful where two drivers share a charger. Over-the-air firmware and software upgrades allow the unit to receive updates without replacement hardware, provided the charger has a working data connection.

Protection, CT clamp and installer checks

For OHME0002GB002, the data sheet specifies RCD Type A 30mA protection with integral 6mA DC leakage protection and a built-in protective earth neutral fault detector. Overcurrent protection is not fitted inside the charger and must be provided separately as part of the installation. The installation guide recommends a 40A Type B MCB and states that any upstream RCD must be at least Type A 30mA, so installers should select the complete protective arrangement for the site, supply and consumer unit.

The Home Pro is supplied with a CT clamp, Wago clips, a connector block, a cable holster and installation fixings. The CT clamp is used for load balancing and can be installed on the incoming live cable between the electricity meter and the main fuse box, ideally close to the meter. When load balancing is installed and activated, the unit limits charging current to keep household demand below the set threshold or fuse value. If the dynamic capacity available to the charger falls below 6A, the unit pauses charging for at least five minutes to prevent rapid switching.

The charger uses L+N+E 6mm² supply connections, with cable entry through the rear or underside of the unit. The manufacturer data sheet states that a 25mm gland and blanking grommet are provided, and the installation guide describes a one metre fixed input lead requiring termination on site to a suitable junction box, isolator or mini consumer unit that is not supplied. For a complete job, pair the charger selection with approved EV charger installation planning and the correct local isolation and protection.

Screen, buttons and everyday charging

The Home Pro has a colour LCD screen and a three-colour LED indication strip, giving the driver visible information at the charger as well as in the app. That matters on driveways where the charger is passed several times a day, because a user can check status without opening a phone. The buttons give direct control at the wall unit, which is useful during commissioning, handover and day-to-day use.

The 3G/4G multi-network SIM provides automatic mobile network connection for the charger’s smart features. Ohme covers the SIM cost for the first three years, and the installation guide warns that smart features rely on a mobile phone connection. Where mobile signal is unreliable, the customer should be told that app scheduling and smart operation may also be unreliable. This makes pre-installation location checks important, especially on recessed meter positions, garages and properties with poor mobile coverage.

Choosing between Ohme charger variants

Three LAMPS-listed Ohme variants cover the common domestic choices. This 5m Home Pro suits predictable parking and users who want the charger’s built-in screen. The 8m Ohme Home Pro keeps the same charger format but gives more reach for longer driveways, reverse parking or awkward vehicle inlet positions. The Ohme ePod socketed charger is the compact untethered option for users who prefer to store the cable separately or choose a cable length for each vehicle.

Functionally, Ohme describes the Home Pro and ePod as closely matched for smart charging. Both deliver 7.4kW maximum output, support solar energy setups, include a multi-network SIM and comply with UK Smart Charging regulations. The main buying difference is format. Choose Home Pro for the fixed lead, screen and plug-in convenience. Choose ePod for a smaller face on the wall and removable cable flexibility.

Home Pro questions installers ask

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