Best EV Charger for Renters and Flats UK 2026

Good News: Renters and Flat Owners Get a £350 Grant

If you rent your home or own a flat, you're eligible for the OZEV EV Chargepoint Grant — up to £350 off the cost of buying and installing a home EV charger. This grant is specifically designed for people in your situation, and it makes home charging surprisingly affordable.

Homeowners of houses (detached, semi, terraced) are not eligible for this grant. So as a renter or flat owner, you actually have a financial advantage when it comes to getting a charger installed.

Important: The grant is currently funded until 31 March 2026. If you're eligible, act soon.

Who Qualifies?

You can claim the OZEV grant if you meet all of these criteria:

• You rent your home (any property type) with written landlord permission, or you own a flat in a multi-unit building
• You have an eligible electric vehicle (all Tesla models qualify)
• You have dedicated off-street parking — a driveway, garage, or allocated parking space where a charger can reach your car
• You use an OZEV-approved installer

The grant covers 75% of the total cost (charger + installation), capped at £350 per socket. Your installer handles the paperwork — the grant is deducted from your bill directly.

For the full eligibility details and application process, see our complete OZEV grant guide.

The 4 Best Chargers for Renters and Flats

We've selected four chargers that are particularly well-suited to renters and flat owners — all are OZEV grant-eligible, competitively priced, and easy to install.

1. Easee One — Best Overall for Renters

Price: £405 | After grant: from £55 + installation | Full review →

The Easee One is the cheapest charger on our site at just £405 for the unit, making it the most affordable option after the OZEV grant. It's also one of the most practical for renters.

Why it suits renters:

• Lowest upfront cost — at £405, the grant covers almost the entire unit cost
• Built-in 4G connectivity — works even if your landlord's Wi-Fi doesn't reach your parking space
• Compact and unobtrusive — less likely to draw objections from landlords or building management
• Easy to relocate — if you move, an electrician can remove and reinstall it at your new property

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2. Tesla Wall Connector — Best Tesla Integration

Price: £475 | After grant: from £125 + installation | Full review →

The Tesla Wall Connector offers the best integration with your Tesla and a 4-year warranty — the longest of any home charger. At £475, it's still very affordable after the grant.

Why it suits renters:

• Everything in the Tesla app — no separate charger app to manage
• 4-year warranty — gives you coverage even if you're on a longer tenancy
• Power sharing — if your building installs multiple chargers, up to 6 can share a single circuit
• OTA updates — new features added over time without replacing hardware

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3. GivEnergy EV Charger — Best Budget Option

Price: £478 | After grant: from £128 + installation | Full review →

The GivEnergy EV Charger offers excellent value at £478 with a solid app and reliable performance. It's a strong all-rounder at a competitive price.

Why it suits renters:

• Affordable — similar price to the Easee One
• Good app with charging history and scheduling
• Compact design — unobtrusive on a wall
• Works with any EV — future-proof if you switch from Tesla

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4. Ohme Home Pro — Best for Smart Tariff Savings

Price: £535 | After grant: from £185 + installation | Full review →

The Ohme Home Pro costs more upfront but saves you money on every single charge through its smart tariff integration. If you're on Octopus Intelligent Go or a similar tariff, the Ohme pays for the price difference within months.

Why it suits renters:

• Automatic smart tariff charging — connects directly to Octopus, OVO, and British Gas to always charge at the cheapest rates
• Detailed cost tracking — know exactly what each charge costs
• Solar diverting built in — useful if your rental property has solar panels

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Flat-Specific Considerations

Installing a charger in a flat brings unique challenges that don't apply to houses. Here's what to think about:

Landlord and Freeholder Permission

You'll need written permission from your landlord (if renting) or the freeholder/management company (if you own the leasehold). This can take time — start the conversation early.

Tips for getting permission:

• Emphasise the OZEV grant — the landlord may be able to claim their own grant (up to £350 per socket plus £30,000 for infrastructure)
• Point out that a charger adds value to the property
• Offer to share the installation cost if needed
• Provide examples of other buildings that have installed chargers

Communal Parking

If your parking space is in a communal car park (underground or surface), the installation is more complex:

• Cable routing may need to cross communal areas, requiring freeholder approval
• Dedicated metering might be needed so you only pay for your own electricity
• Load management could be required if multiple residents want chargers — the Easee One is particularly good here, as multiple units can share electrical capacity

Electrical Supply

Flats often have smaller electrical supplies than houses. Your installer will check whether your flat's consumer unit can support a 7kW charger. In most cases it can, but older buildings may need a supply upgrade (your DNO handles this for free, though it takes 2–4 weeks).

What If You Move?

If you're renting, consider what happens when your tenancy ends:

• Most chargers can be removed and reinstalled at a new property (budget £200–400 for removal and reinstallation)
• The OZEV grant stays with the property — you can't reclaim it, but you could potentially claim again at your new address if it's also eligible
• Some landlords may want the charger left in place — negotiate this upfront, as it could reduce your final costs

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What to Do Next

1. Check your eligibility for the OZEV grant — if you rent or own a flat, you almost certainly qualify
2. Get landlord/freeholder permission in writing — this is often the longest step
3. Get installation quotes from OZEV-approved installers — they'll assess your property and handle the grant paperwork
4. Choose your charger based on your priorities (cost, smart tariff, Tesla integration)

We can match you with up to 3 certified installers in your area — get free quotes here.

For a full walkthrough of the installation process, see our complete installation guide.

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