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Solar surplus control is not an out-of-box consumer feature, so the meter and controller design matter.","cons":["Solar diversion generally needs external controls rather than one simple native home-energy mode.","The broad model range makes exact hardware and included communications easy to confuse.","Retail pricing and warranty terms vary by Australian channel."]}},{"id":"schneider-charge","brand":"Schneider Electric","model":"Schneider Charge","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/schneider-charge","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/schneider-charge.jpg","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1750,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Schneider Electric Australia Schneider Charge","url":"https://www.se.com/au/en/product-range/161147017-schneider-charge/","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.se.com/au/en/product-range/161147017-schneider-charge/","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,11,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered or socket","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"Wiser Home or compatible third-party app","outdoor":"IP55 and IK10","warranty":"Confirm current Australian product warranty"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Homes wanting a durable charger, open software choice and load control inside Schneider Electric's Wiser ecosystem.","opinion":"This is the current residential Schneider model and replaces the discontinued EVlink Home range. 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The solar story is strongest when the vehicle and Powerwall are also Tesla; it is not an open solar-management platform.","cons":["No OCPP for open third-party charger management.","Charge on Solar is tied to compatible Tesla vehicles and Powerwall requirements.","A 22 kW installation will not help a vehicle limited to 7 or 11 kW AC."]}},{"id":"myenergi-zappi-multiphase","brand":"myenergi","model":"zappi","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/myenergi-zappi-multiphase","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/myenergi-zappi-fast.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1545,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"myenergi Australia product page","url":"https://www.myenergi.com/au/product/zappi/","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.myenergi.com/au/product/zappi/","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered or socket","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"myenergi app","outdoor":"IP65","warranty":"3 years"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Solar households wanting brand-agnostic surplus charging, tariff scheduling and tethered or socket choice.","opinion":"The safe solar-first recommendation because it measures the home rather than demanding a matching inverter brand. 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Confirm exactly which CTs, communications and solar functions are included in the package price.","cons":["Product names and bundles can be confusing across Ocular's residential range.","Solar performance depends on correct CT placement and commissioning.","Warranty is shorter than several competing products."]}},{"id":"evnex-e2","brand":"Evnex","model":"E2","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/evnex-e2","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/evnex-e2.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1395,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Evnex E2 product page","url":"https://www.evnex.com/products/e2","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://energyoutlet.com.au/products/evnex-e2-smart-ev-charger-snow","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered Type 2","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"Evnex Driver app","outdoor":"Variant dependent","warranty":"5 years on selected Australian supply; confirm quote"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Homes wanting strong load management, solar diversion, cellular connectivity and local support.","opinion":"One of the better technically serious choices where overload protection matters. Make sure the indoor or outdoor variant and ongoing connectivity terms match the installation.","cons":["Some E2 variants are indoor-only.","Cellular services and platform terms should be confirmed.","Premium price compared with simple app-only wallboxes."]}},{"id":"wallbox-pulsar-plus","brand":"Wallbox","model":"Pulsar Max","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/wallbox-pulsar-plus","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/wallbox-pulsar-plus.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1490,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Wallbox Australia Pulsar Max","url":"https://wallbox.com/en_au/pulsar-max","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://wallbox.com/en_au/pulsar-max","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,11,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered Type 2","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"myWallbox","outdoor":"IP55 and IK10","warranty":"3 years; confirm Australian terms"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"A compact smart charger with broad compatibility, Eco-Smart solar and optional Power Boost load management.","opinion":"The Pulsar Max is the current mainstream Wallbox choice and improves durability over the older Pulsar Plus. Eco-Smart and Power Boost still need the right meter hardware.","cons":["Solar and dynamic load features require compatible metering accessories.","Installed-package cost can climb once optional hardware is added.","Confirm the exact cable length and Australian warranty on the supplied variant."]}},{"id":"enphase-iq-ev-charger-2","brand":"Enphase","model":"IQ EV Charger 2","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/enphase-iq-ev-charger-2","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/enphase-iq-ev-charger-2.png","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":2200,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Enphase Australia IQ EV Charger 2","url":"https://enphase.com/en-au/store/ev-chargers/iq-ev-charger-2-tethered-three-phase","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://acsolarwarehouse.com/shop/enphase-iq-ev-charger-2-26171","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,11,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered Type 2","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"Enphase app","outdoor":"IP55","warranty":"5 years in Australia and New Zealand"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Enphase households wanting deep solar and battery integration, low-surplus charging and future-facing hardware.","opinion":"The premium is easier to justify inside an Enphase home. Its low solar start point, automatic phase switching and five-year warranty are strong, but bidirectional readiness is not the same as usable V2H or V2G today.","cons":["High equipment allowance before installation.","The best monitoring and control experience assumes an Enphase Energy System.","Bidirectional operation still depends on compatible vehicles, standards and regional approval."]}},{"id":"growatt-thor","brand":"Growatt","model":"THOR AC","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/growatt-thor","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/growatt-thor.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1200,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Growatt Australia THOR AC","url":"https://au.growatt.com/products/thor-11-22as-s-p-v1","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://solarpower-ev.au/products/growatts-thor-ev-charger-1","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[3.6,7.4,11,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered or socket","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"ShinePhone / GroHome","outdoor":"IP65","warranty":"Confirm Australian warranty with supplier"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Growatt solar and APX households wanting a matching charger with broad power and enclosure options.","opinion":"A meaningful omission from the old catalogue, especially for the large Australian Growatt installed base. Confirm the exact THOR suffix because socket, cable, communications and phase details vary.","cons":["The THOR family has many similar model suffixes.","Solar and load control need compatible metering and correct commissioning.","Australian warranty wording should be itemised on the quote."]}},{"id":"fox-ess-l-series","brand":"Fox ESS","model":"L Series","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/fox-ess-l-series","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/fox-ess-l-series-fast.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":800,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Fox ESS Australia EV chargers","url":"https://au.fox-ess.com/products/ev-charger","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.ausolarsupplies.com.au/shop/category/ev-chargers-219","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.3,11],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered or socket","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"FoxCloud","outdoor":"IP55 and IK08","warranty":"Confirm Australian warranty with supplier"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Fox ESS solar and battery homes wanting a low-cost matching charger with solar linkage and open protocols.","opinion":"The L Series adds useful value coverage at the budget end and is a natural match for the growing Fox ESS installed base. The exact Australian model and meter bundle matter more than the logo.","cons":["The 22 kW option belongs to other Fox ESS families, not the L Series listed here.","Confirm whether the selected model is socketed or tethered.","Metering, warranty and app compatibility should be written into the installed quote."]}},{"id":"istore-ev-charger","brand":"iStore","model":"Smart EV Charger","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/istore-ev-charger","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/istore-ev-charger.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1200,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"iStore Australia EV charger","url":"https://istore.net.au/ev-charger/","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.solargain.com.au/blog/meet-istore-ev-charger-now-solar-only-mode","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered Type 2","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"iStore home platform","outdoor":"Weatherproof; confirm exact IP rating on model sheet","warranty":"3 years"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"iStore or compatible Huawei households wanting a locally supported charger inside the same energy platform.","opinion":"A relevant Australian ecosystem option that was missing. Its value is strongest when the installer proves solar-only and load-balancing compatibility with the exact inverter and meter already in the home.","cons":["Official web copy is less specific than the product documentation should be.","Solar-only mode depends on compatible online inverter and metering hardware.","Confirm the exact IP rating, model code and included meter before ordering."]}},{"id":"ohme-home-pro","brand":"Ohme","model":"Home Pro","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/ohme-home-pro","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/ohme-home-pro.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1395,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Ohme Australia Home Pro","url":"https://ohme-ev.com/au/product/ohme-home-pro/","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.evchargingaus.com/product/ohme-home-pro-smart-solar-charger/","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4],"phases":[1],"connector":"Tethered Type 2","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":false,"app":"Ohme app and charger colour display","outdoor":"IP55","warranty":"3 years"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Single-phase homes wanting a simple display, tariff scheduling, included CT hardware and local Australian support.","opinion":"A strong mainstream addition for buyers who value a clear screen and simple smart charging over three-phase headroom or open OCPP control.","cons":["Single-phase 7.4 kW only.","No open OCPP support is promoted for the Home Pro.","Wi-Fi is the only listed network connection."]}},{"id":"solax-smart-ev-charger-g2","brand":"SolaX","model":"Smart EV Charger G2","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/solax-smart-ev-charger-g2","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/solax-smart-ev-charger-g2.jpg","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1250,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"SolaX Australia Smart EV Charger G2","url":"https://au.solaxpower.com/products/smart-ev-charger-g2.html","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.solarbatteriesonline.com.au/product/solax-smart-7kw-ev-charger-g2-solax-x1-hac-7p/","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[4.6,7.4,11,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered or socket","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"SolaXCloud","outdoor":"IP65","warranty":"Confirm Australian warranty with supplier"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"SolaX solar and battery owners wanting a broad model ladder, automatic phase switching and SolaXCloud control.","opinion":"A major ecosystem omission from the old list. The G2 range is broad enough to suit most homes, but model codes and required CT hardware must be matched carefully.","cons":["Not every Australian listing carries every power and cable variant.","Full ecosystem behaviour depends on compatible SolaX equipment.","Confirm OCPP access and metering hardware for the exact model."]}},{"id":"smappee-ev-wall-home","brand":"Smappee","model":"EV Wall Home","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/smappee-ev-wall-home","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/smappee-ev-wall-home.png","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1850,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Smappee EV home charging","url":"https://www.smappee.com/eu/who-we-serve/residential/ev-home-charger","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.evchargingaus.com/product/smappee-ev-wall-smart-ev-charger/","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered or socket","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"Smappee app and dashboard","outdoor":"IP54 and IK10","warranty":"Confirm base and optional five-year Australian cover"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Homes wanting detailed whole-home energy measurement, solar optimisation and open OCPP in one system.","opinion":"One of the most capable brand-agnostic energy-management choices. It costs more, but the package can replace separate monitoring and load-control hardware when specified correctly.","cons":["Higher hardware and commissioning cost.","The Smappee range has Lite, Home and Business variants with different inclusions.","Confirm subscription, connectivity and warranty-extension terms."]}},{"id":"autel-maxicharger-ac-lite","brand":"Autel","model":"MaxiCharger AC Lite","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/autel-maxicharger-ac-lite","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/autel-maxicharger-ac-lite-optimized.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":800,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"JET Charge Australia Autel range","url":"https://jetcharge.com.au/autel/","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.australianevs.com.au/product/autel-maxicharger-ac-lite-7-4kw-single-phase-tethered-5m/","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4],"phases":[1],"connector":"Tethered Type 2","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"Autel Charge app","outdoor":"Outdoor capable; confirm exact Australian enclosure rating","warranty":"4 years through the Australian JET Charge channel"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Budget-focused single-phase homes wanting OCPP, a long local warranty and a straightforward tethered charger.","opinion":"A useful value addition near Tesla pricing. Its open control path is the attraction, but solar behaviour is not a complete out-of-box energy ecosystem.","cons":["Single-phase only in the AC Lite family.","Solar charging needs compatible third-party metering or control.","Confirm whether dynamic load hardware is included in the installation quote."]}},{"id":"zaptec-go-2","brand":"Zaptec","model":"Go 2","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/zaptec-go-2","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/zaptec-go-2.jpg","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1800,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Zaptec home charging","url":"https://www.zaptec.com/charging-solutions/home-charging/zaptec-go","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.evchargingaus.com/product/zaptec-go-2-ev-charger-v2g-ready/","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,11,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Type 2 socket","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"Zaptec app and portal","outdoor":"IP54 and IK10","warranty":"5 years"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Design-conscious homes wanting a compact socketed charger, five-year warranty and future-facing open controls.","opinion":"The Go 2 is now credibly available in Australia and deserves inclusion, but its V2G-ready label must not be mistaken for a working Australian bidirectional setup today.","cons":["Charging cable is separate.","Native solar-control availability varies by region and setup.","Bidirectional hardware readiness does not guarantee Australian V2G or V2H operation."]}},{"id":"delta-ac-max-smart","brand":"Delta","model":"AC MAX Smart","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/delta-ac-max-smart","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/delta-ac-max-smart.avif","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1500,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-07-28"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-07-28","price":"2026-07-28","australianAvailability":"2026-07-28"},"sources":[{"label":"Delta Electronics Australia AC MAX","url":"https://www.deltaelectronics.com.au/en-AU/products/EV-Charging/AC-MAX","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.nhp.com.au/products/electric-vehicle-infrastructure/electric-vehicle-chargers/ac-destination-chargers/delta-ac-destination-chargers","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,11,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered or socket","solarAware":false,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"Installer or network platform dependent","outdoor":"IP55 and IK10","warranty":"2 years; confirm Australian supply terms"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Strata, fleet-adjacent and demanding installations where robust hardware and open network control matter more than native solar diversion.","opinion":"The AC MAX earns a place for robust Australian commercial and residential availability. It is a poor fit when effortless solar surplus charging is the priority.","cons":["Basic and Smart variants have materially different communications.","Native residential solar diversion is not the product's strength.","The two-year warranty is shorter than several consumer-focused rivals."]}},{"id":"teltonika-evc2","brand":"Teltonika","model":"EVC2","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current","australian-launch"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/teltonika-evc2","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/teltonika-evc2.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":1189,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-08-03"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-08-03","price":"2026-08-03","australianAvailability":"2026-08-03"},"sources":[{"label":"Teltonika Energy EVC2 product page","url":"https://www.teltonika-energy.com/products/evc2","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://www.infinityev.com.au/product-page/teltonika-evc2-22kw-with-cable-ev-charging-for-home-or-business","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,11,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Tethered or socket","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"Teltonika Energy app or compatible OCPP platform","outdoor":"IP56 and IK10","warranty":"36 months standard; manufacturer extension available to 60 months"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Homes wanting a configurable socket or tethered charger with open OCPP control, solar diversion and unusually broad wired and wireless connectivity.","opinion":"A strong open-platform alternative for homes and strata. The optional meter or CT hardware is essential to specify because solar redirection and household load protection are not delivered by the wallbox alone.","cons":["Solar and household load control require compatible CT clamps or a supported meter.","The broad configuration ladder makes the exact power, cable and communications code important.","OCPP services can introduce separate platform costs that are not included in the charger allowance."]}},{"id":"keba-kecontact-p30-x-series","brand":"KEBA","model":"KeContact P30 x-series","productType":"Home EV charger","active":true,"tags":["current","new-product"],"productUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/keba-kecontact-p30-x-series","imageUrl":"https://compare.techmanpat.com.au/ev-chargers/keba-kecontact-p30-x-series.webp","price":{"currency":"AUD","amount":2186,"basis":"equipment planning allowance","checked":"2026-08-03"},"verification":{"specifications":"2026-08-03","price":"2026-08-03","australianAvailability":"2026-08-03"},"sources":[{"label":"KEBA KeContact P30 product family","url":"https://www.keba.com/en/emobility/products/ac-charging-stations/p30/kecontact-p30-overview","type":"manufacturer-or-primary"},{"label":"Australian purchase channel","url":"https://rechargingnsw.com.au/product/keba-p30-x-series-universal/","type":"retailer-or-manufacturer"}],"facts":{"powerKw":[7.4,11,22],"phases":[1,3],"connector":"Type 2 socket","solarAware":true,"loadManagement":true,"ocpp":true,"app":"KEBA eMobility app and portal","outdoor":"Weatherproof professional enclosure; confirm exact Australian model IP rating","warranty":"2 years through the listed Australian supply channel"},"editorial":{"label":"Our opinion","bestFor":"Strata, workplace-adjacent and demanding homes wanting a proven socketed wallbox with open protocols, metering and expandable load management.","opinion":"The P30 x-series remains a credible Australian-supported professional option even though KEBA now has a newer P40 generation overseas. It is more complex and expensive than a simple home charger, but its open integration and load-management depth can justify that in shared sites.","cons":["The newer KeContact P40 generation is not yet verified through an Australian sales channel.","A Type 2 cable is an additional purchase for the socketed Australian listing.","Exact Wi-Fi, LTE, metering and ISO 15118 inclusions vary by x-series model code."]}}]}