Pod PointSolo 3
Our verdict of the Pod Point Solo 3
There is no surprise that Pod Point is one of the most popular chargers in the UK. British made, the Pod Point Solo 3 allows you to refine your home EV charging experience with these cleverly designed charge points. This gives you a variety of options, with different power outputs avaliable.
These Wi-Fi enabled smart chargers allow users to keep on top of electricity consumption and streamline charging. Its smooth design is compacted in a recently upgraded polycarbonate case. There have also been some other upgrades, such as a new circuit board design and wiring configuration.
British built and designed
Being one of the most popular EV chargers in the UK, Pod Point set its sights early in providing electric vehicle users with a simple charging solution. Designed and manufactured in the UK adds to Pod Points credibility making it a trusted brand for UK customers.
Simple design
The Pod Point charger is instantly recognisable as a simple and durable product for charging your electric vehicle. Charging your EV really doesn't get much easier, the mobile app allows full access to the chargers activity and settings.
A closer look
Benefits of the Pod Point Solo 3
The Pod Point Solo 3 is available in a variety of options, with 3.6kW, 7kW, and 22kW. Tethered Pod Points come standard with a 4.8- or 7.5-foot Type 2 cable (the most common connector is Type 2). As a Pod Point user you'll have access to the Pod Point network, this requires no subscription to use and has over 5,200 public chargers.
Mobile app
Pod Point also has a compatible mobile app that is user-friendly design allows for real-time cost tracking for charging sessions, as well as charge scheduling for lower energy rates during off-peak hours.
The Pod Point PEN isolation system allows safety and protection without the need for an earth rod installation. Once connected to Wi-Fi, updates for the charger are managed over-the-air, so you never have to worry about manually updating the charger.
Other features
The Auto Power Balancing feature adjusts the rate of charge to avoid overloading your electrical supply when your home is using a lot of energy. The untethered charger allows different connector types if you have visitors or are looking to future-proof your home for the next electric vehicle. The benefits of being connected to the Pod Point app is the access to the Pod Point network with public charging bays for use across the country.
LED Indicator
The LED status indicator on the charger identifies as Solid green (charging), Flashing green (battery charged or waiting to charge), Solid blue (standby), Flashing blue/pink (Pod Point is syncing).
Charging schedules
The Pod Point features scheduled charging that can be set through the Pod Point app, this allows charging in cheaper rate windows depending on your energy supplier. This is a useful feature that allows you to save money on charging whilst lessening the strain on grid energy.
Smart connectivity WiFI built in
The Pod Point charger has Wi-Fi built in that allows connectivity to the mobile app and over the air updates to your charger. This also lets you access the features and information for your charger.
Built in earthing protection
No earth electrode required, this saves time and costs as the Pod Point has its own in-built earthing protection included.
Durable IP65 protection
This charger is designed to withstand all weather conditions and its hard casing design will also withstand minor impacts easily.
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