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What EV Chargers Work with Intelligent Octopus Go?

 

Last updated: 31 March 2026 | Compatibility checked against current official Octopus Energy guidance | Reviewed by the LAMPS Team

If you are looking at Intelligent Octopus Go and wondering which EV charger actually works with it, you are not alone. It is one of the most common questions in UK EV charging, and the answer is more nuanced than most guides let on. Some chargers integrate directly with Octopus through their API. Others rely on your car doing the talking. A few need you to schedule everything manually. The difference matters, because it affects whether Octopus can properly control your charge schedule and give you the cheapest possible rates.

This guide is based on current official Octopus Energy compatibility information as of March 2026. We supply the chargers listed here at LAMPS and we also offer professional installation through our "Get it installed" option on every product page. If anything on this page becomes outdated, we will update it.

Quick Answer: Which EV Chargers Work with Intelligent Octopus Go?

The chargers with the strongest Intelligent Octopus Go integration right now are:

  • Ohme Home Pro and Ohme ePod — direct API integration via the Octopus app. Generally regarded as one of the simplest IOG setups.
  • myenergi Zappi and Zappi GLO — supported as a linked device in the Octopus app. A strong choice for solar homes.
  • Hypervolt Home 3 Pro — supported in the Octopus app. Good app experience and available in cable lengths up to 10m.
  • Andersen Quartz — recently added to the Octopus supported device list. The premium design option.

All four brands can be linked as a charger device in the Octopus app for smart scheduling. You can also connect via your vehicle instead, if your car model is on the Octopus supported list. Use one method at a time — car or charger, never both.

Chargers without direct Octopus integration (such as the Easee One) can still charge during cheap-rate hours if you set manual schedules, but they will not receive smart scheduling commands from Octopus and cannot adapt dynamically to rate changes.

Compatibility Table: EV Chargers and Intelligent Octopus Go

Charger compatibility with Intelligent Octopus Go, checked March 2026
Charger How It Works with IOG Direct Octopus Integration? Solar Friendly? Tethered / Untethered Best For
Ohme Home Pro Direct charger integration via Octopus app. Or connect via vehicle. Yes Yes (Solar Boost) Tethered (5m or 8m) Easiest IOG setup; tariff-first buyers
Ohme ePod Direct charger integration via Octopus app. Or connect via vehicle. Yes Yes (Solar Boost) Untethered Compact; neat wall mount; socket flexibility
myenergi Zappi Link charger in Octopus app. Or connect via vehicle. Yes Excellent (ECO / ECO+) Both (tethered 6.5m or untethered) Solar PV homes; renewable self-consumption
myenergi Zappi GLO Charger-based or vehicle-based integration via Octopus app. Yes Yes (ECO / ECO+) Tethered only Compact solar option; shared driveways (RFID)
Hypervolt Home 3 Pro Direct integration via Octopus app. Also has its own scheduler. Yes Yes (3 solar modes) Tethered (5m, 7.5m, or 10m) Long cable runs; strong app; design-conscious
Andersen Quartz Recently added to Octopus supported device list. Also works via vehicle. Yes (new) Yes Both (5.5m or 8.5m tethered) Premium architectural finishes; design-led homes

Best Charger by Buyer Type

Rather than wading through every product first, here is a quick decision guide based on what actually matters to most buyers:

Best for the easiest Intelligent Octopus Go setup

Ohme Home Pro or Ohme ePod. Ohme was built around smart tariff integration from the start. Link it in the Octopus app, set your ready-by time, and leave it alone. It also works with OVO Charge Anytime if you ever switch supplier.

Best for solar PV homes

myenergi Zappi or Zappi GLO. ECO and ECO+ modes divert surplus solar generation into your EV during the day, then IOG handles cheap grid power overnight. Among the chargers on this list, the Zappi offers the deepest solar integration.

Best for a strong app and long cable run

Hypervolt Home 3 Pro. Well-designed app with energy cost tracking and solar insights. Available in 5m, 7.5m, and 10m cable lengths, which solves the long-driveway issue that trips up many installations.

Best for premium design

Andersen Quartz. Over 16 architectural finishes including timber, stone, and metallic effects. Built in the UK. Recently added to the Octopus supported list, making it a genuine IOG option for properties where aesthetics matter.

Best for shared driveways or multi-user access

Zappi GLO. Compact, solar-ready, and includes RFID access control as standard — useful when the charger is in a location accessible to others.

How Intelligent Octopus Go Works (Brief Overview)

Intelligent Octopus Go is a smart EV tariff from Octopus Energy. You connect your car or your compatible charger in the Octopus app, set when you need the car ready and how much charge you want, and Octopus schedules charging during the cheapest and greenest periods. Your entire home gets the off-peak rate during the guaranteed six-hour overnight window (23:30 to 05:30), not just the charger.

Ohme can be connected through the Octopus app, but Octopus says charge preferences should then be managed through the Ohme app. As with any IOG setup, use one control method at a time and make sure the car’s own timers do not clash.

Octopus has also introduced a six-hour cap on smart EV charging per 24-hour period. According to Octopus, around 80% of existing IOG charging sessions already use fewer than six hours, so most drivers who plug in nightly will not be affected. A new Charge Cap feature in the app lets you choose between capping at six hours (cheapest) or prioritising your charge target even if some charging falls at peak rates.

Understanding the three levels of compatibility

This matters, and most guides gloss over it:

  • Direct charger integration (strongest): The charger itself communicates with Octopus. It receives scheduling commands, shifts charging to the cheapest slots, and can adapt to rate changes. This is what Ohme, Zappi, Hypervolt, and Andersen now offer.
  • Vehicle-based integration (valid alternative): Your car communicates with Octopus instead. Works well if your vehicle is on the supported list. Use this or charger integration, not both.
  • Manual scheduling only (workaround): You set a fixed charge window in the charger's own app to coincide with IOG's off-peak hours. This gets you cheap-rate charging, but the charger cannot receive Octopus commands or adapt to dynamic pricing. Chargers like the Easee One fall into this category.

For full smart scheduling — where Octopus controls when charging happens and your whole home benefits from off-peak rates during bonus slots — you need either a directly integrated charger or a supported vehicle.

Charger-by-Charger Breakdown

Ohme Home Pro and Ohme ePod

Models:

Compatibility route: Direct API integration with Intelligent Octopus Go via the Octopus app. Link the charger as a device, set your schedule, and Ohme handles the rest. Alternatively, connect your vehicle if it is on the supported list — but use one method, not both.

Who it suits: Buyers whose primary concern is getting the cheapest charging with the least fuss. Ohme was designed around smart tariff integration and it shows. The Home Pro has an on-unit LCD screen for monitoring; the ePod is smaller and cleaner if you prefer an untethered socket.

Strengths: Automatic scheduling with no manual input. Tariff-aware operation that adjusts to Octopus rate changes. Solar Boost mode for homes with PV. Built-in PEN fault detection and 6mA DC protection, which simplifies installation (no earth rod needed). Ohme is preparing a Charge Cap app update to support the new six-hour limit.

Limitations: Requires stable 3G/4G connectivity — if signal is weak at the charger location, scheduling can fail. The customer's EV needs to be set to "charge immediately" mode to avoid conflicts with the car's own timer.

Dimensions: Home Pro: 170 x 200 x 100mm | ePod: 230 x 140 x 100mm

myenergi Zappi

Models:

Compatibility route: Link the Zappi as a device in the Octopus app for smart scheduling. Or connect via your vehicle. Use one method, not both.

Who it suits: Homes with solar PV, or anyone planning to add panels in the future. The Zappi's three charging modes (ECO, ECO+, and FAST) make it particularly well suited for blending renewable self-generation with cheap grid power. ECO blends solar and grid. ECO+ waits for genuine surplus — your EV runs on self-generated energy during the day, then IOG handles the overnight top-up.

Strengths: Deep solar integration with real-time monitoring of solar contribution, grid usage, and costs via the myenergi app. Configurable for 7kW (single-phase) or 22kW (three-phase). Integrated PEN fault detection and 6mA DC protection.

Limitations: CT clamp placement is critical, especially in solar-plus-battery setups where the import/export CT must see the whole house load. Requires stable Wi-Fi via the myenergi hub for Octopus integration. Firmware must be current — versions before v5 are known to cause scheduling failures.

Setup caveat: If the customer also has a myenergi eddi (hot water diverter) or Libbi (battery), the CT clamp configuration needs careful planning. Get this wrong and the charger may draw from the battery rather than genuine surplus, inflating costs.

Dimensions: 439 x 282 x 122mm

myenergi Zappi GLO

Model: Zappi GLO 7kW Tethered

Compatibility route: Charger-based or vehicle-based integration via the Octopus app. Same dual approach as the standard Zappi.

Who it suits: The GLO is a more compact, cleaner-looking version of the Zappi with RFID access control built in. Solar-ready with ECO and ECO+ modes, but in a form factor better suited to visible locations or shared driveways.

Strengths: Full myenergi ecosystem compatibility. RFID for secure access. Solar diversion. Octopus smart scheduling.

Limitations: Tethered only (no untethered option). Same firmware and Wi-Fi requirements as the standard Zappi.

Hypervolt Home 3 Pro

Models:

Compatibility route: Directly supported in the Octopus app as a compatible charger. Users can link it for smart scheduling, or set charge windows manually via the Hypervolt app.

Who it suits: Buyers who want a good app experience, clean design, and the option of a long tethered cable. The 10m variant solves a real problem for properties where the charger is far from the parking spot.

Strengths: Clear, well-designed app with cost tracking and solar usage data. Three solar charging modes. Dynamic load balancing to protect the main fuse. Power cable exits from the rear for a cleaner wall mount. Over-the-air firmware updates via Wi-Fi. Available in Space Grey, Ultra White, and Ultra Black.

Limitations: Tethered only — no untethered socket option. Solar integration is capable but not as deeply configurable as the Zappi's ECO/ECO+ modes.

Dimensions: 328 x 243 x 101mm

Andersen Quartz

Models: Available in 7kW (single-phase) and 22kW (three-phase), tethered and untethered variants with 5.5m or 8.5m cable options.

Compatibility route: Recently added to the Octopus Intelligent Go supported device list. The Quartz can now be linked in the Octopus app for smart scheduling. Also works via vehicle integration if the car model is supported.

Who it suits: Properties where the charger will be visible and appearance matters. The Quartz comes in over 16 architectural finishes — timber, stone, metallic — and is built in the UK with weatherproof housing. The recent addition of direct Octopus support is a meaningful upgrade over the previous manual-only or vehicle-dependent setup.

Strengths: Premium design and build quality. Solar PV compatible. Built-in load balancing and RFID. 22kW three-phase option for larger properties.

Limitations: As a newer addition to the Octopus supported list, it is worth confirming firmware is up to date before pairing. Requires strong Wi-Fi or Ethernet for reliable communication with the Octopus app. 22kW models need a three-phase supply.

How to Set Up Intelligent Octopus Go With Your Charger

  1. Open the Octopus Energy app and go to Devices > Add device.
  2. Select your charger (Ohme, Zappi, Zappi GLO, Hypervolt, or Andersen) or your vehicle. Choose one, not both.
  3. Follow the on-screen pairing steps. The app will walk you through authorisation, connectivity checks, and firmware verification.
  4. Set your ready-by time and target charge percentage. Octopus takes over scheduling from here.
  5. Set your EV to "charge immediately" or "always available" mode so the car's own timer does not override the Octopus schedule.

For chargers with direct API integration, the whole process typically takes under ten minutes.

Common Problems and Troubleshooting

Why is my Intelligent Octopus Go schedule not working?

The most common cause is connecting both the car and the charger in the Octopus app. Use one integration method, not both. If your schedule keeps failing, disconnect the one you are not using, wait 24 hours, and test again.

Why will my charger not pair with the Octopus app?

Check three things: firmware (update the charger and the manufacturer's app to the latest version), connectivity (ensure stable Wi-Fi or 4G at the charger location), and account eligibility (you need a smart meter with half-hourly readings enabled). Zappi firmware prior to v5 is a known cause of pairing failures.

Why is my car not charging overnight?

If Octopus is controlling the schedule, your EV must be set to accept charge whenever offered. If the car has its own charge timer or a departure-time schedule active, it can override the Octopus commands and refuse to draw power. Set the car to "charge immediately" or "always available" mode.

What causes schedule conflicts?

Three things: having both car and charger connected in the Octopus app simultaneously; having an active charge timer on the car that conflicts with Octopus scheduling; or weak internet signal causing the charger to miss scheduling commands.

What happens if I need more than six hours of charging?

Under the 2026 rules, the first six hours of smart-scheduled EV charging are billed at the off-peak rate. Any charging beyond six hours is billed at the peak (bump) rate. The Charge Cap feature in the Octopus app lets you choose: cap at six hours for lowest cost, or continue charging to hit your target. For most nightly top-ups at 7.4kW, six hours provides over 40kWh — more than enough for a typical daily top-up.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an Octopus-branded charger to use Intelligent Octopus Go?

No. Intelligent Octopus Go works with a range of third-party chargers and vehicles. You do not need to buy a charger directly from Octopus. Any of the chargers listed in this guide will work, and you can purchase them from LAMPS.

Can I use solar PV with Intelligent Octopus Go?

Yes, and it is one of the strongest use cases. Chargers like the myenergi Zappi can divert surplus solar into your EV during the day (ECO or ECO+ mode), then IOG handles cheap grid power overnight. Pair IOG with Outgoing Octopus (which pays for your exported solar) for a good overall setup.

Should I connect my car or my charger to the Octopus app?

Either works, but use one method at a time. Connecting via the vehicle gives Octopus visibility of your battery state of charge, which can improve scheduling. Connecting via the charger is often simpler if your car is not on the supported vehicle list. Never connect both — it causes scheduling conflicts.

Does Intelligent Octopus Go work with battery storage?

The tariff's overnight off-peak window (23:30 to 05:30) applies to your whole home, so a battery system can charge at the off-peak rate during those hours. The six-hour smart charging cap applies specifically to EV charging scheduled through the Octopus app. If you have solar, battery, and an EV, Intelligent Octopus Flux may be worth considering — it is designed for that combination.

Is the Easee One compatible with Intelligent Octopus Go?

The Easee One does not have direct API integration with Intelligent Octopus Go. It cannot receive smart scheduling commands from the Octopus app. You can manually set a charge schedule in the Easee app to match IOG's off-peak window, which will get you cheap-rate charging, but the charger will not adapt dynamically to rate changes or bonus slots. If full smart scheduling matters, a charger with direct Octopus integration is the better choice.

Which charger is best for solar PV homes?

The myenergi Zappi is a strong choice. Its ECO and ECO+ modes are purpose-built for solar diversion and it works with the wider myenergi ecosystem (eddi hot water diverter, Libbi battery). The Hypervolt Home 3 Pro is also a capable option with three solar modes and a well-designed app.

Do LAMPS offer EV charger installation?

Yes. Every charger on our website has a "Get it installed" button that lets you add professional installation with upfront pricing. Simply select your charger, click "Get it installed", and follow the steps.

Can I switch charger later if Octopus changes its compatibility list?

Yes. Charger compatibility can change over time as Octopus adds or removes supported devices. All the chargers in this guide have current confirmed support as of the date at the top of this page. If you are concerned about future flexibility, Ohme also works with other smart tariffs such as OVO Charge Anytime, which may be useful if you ever switch energy supplier.

Browse Intelligent Octopus Go Compatible EV Chargers

We supply the chargers listed in this guide at LAMPS, with next-day delivery available on in-stock lines ordered before 3pm. Every product page includes a "Get it installed" option if you need professional installation arranged alongside your order.

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