Andersen A3

The Andersen A3 is for people who genuinely care about how things look on their wall. It is the most design-conscious EV charger on the UK market, offering 247 colour and finish combinations including anodised aluminium, Accoya wood panels, and bespoke colour-matched options. No other charger comes close to this level of aesthetic customisation. The hidden cable system is genuinely clever -- the 5.5-metre cable retracts and stores entirely inside the unit when not in use, keeping your wall neat and free of dangling cables. No other charger does this. The A3 supports smart tariffs including Octopus Intelligent Go and OVO Charge Anytime, plus solar integration through the Andersen app. At £995 for the unit alone, it is the second most expensive charger on this list (behind the Pod Point Solo 3S installed package), but the 7-year warranty is the longest electronics warranty on the market and reflects real confidence in the build quality. If your charger is visible from the front of your house and kerb appeal matters to you, the Andersen justifies every penny of its premium.

Best for: Design-conscious homeowners who want a charger that looks like a piece of architecture rather than electrical equipment, especially when the charger is prominently visible from the street.

Installation

The Andersen A3 weighs approximately 7.5 kg, making it the heaviest charger on this list. The dimensions of 388mm x 183mm x 122mm are mid-range, but the weight is something installers need to account for when mounting -- it requires robust wall fixings, particularly on cavity walls or rendered surfaces. The 5.5-metre hidden cable is shorter than average (the Tesla Wall Connector offers 7.3 metres, and the Hypervolt is available in a 10-metre option), and there is no option for a longer cable. This means positioning the charger close to your parking spot is important. Given that the Andersen is often chosen for front-of-house installations where aesthetics matter, discuss mounting position carefully with your installer before committing. The charger does not include a built-in RCD or SPD, so these will need to be added at the consumer unit. It is IP54 rated, which is adequate for sheltered outdoor positions but is the lower end of weatherproofing. For a prominent, exposed front-of-house position, consider whether additional shelter would be worthwhile. See our complete guide to home EV charger installation for a full walkthrough.

Tariff Compatibility

The Andersen A3 supports smart tariff scheduling through the Andersen app, with compatibility for Octopus Intelligent Go, Octopus Go, OVO Charge Anytime, and other time-of-use tariffs. You can set charging schedules to align with your off-peak window. However, like most chargers other than the Ohme, the Andersen does not have a direct API connection to your energy provider -- you set schedules manually rather than having the charger automatically optimise for the cheapest half-hourly slots. For simple two-rate tariffs with fixed off-peak hours, this works perfectly well. For variable tariffs like Octopus Agile, you will need to adjust schedules manually or consider the Ohme Home Pro instead. The Andersen's smart features are competent but not class-leading -- you are paying for design and build quality here, not software sophistication. For a full breakdown of tariff options, see our best EV charging tariff guide.

Price Breakdown

At £995, the Andersen A3 is nearly double the price of the Tesla Wall Connector (£475) and significantly more than every other unit-only charger on this list except the Zappi GLO (£779). The premium is almost entirely for design and materials. Electrically, the A3 delivers the same 7.4kW single-phase charging as chargers costing half the price. The 7-year warranty partially offsets the cost over time, and the anodised aluminium construction should outlast plastic-bodied alternatives. If you are eligible for the OZEV grant, the installed cost comes down, but the Andersen remains a premium investment regardless.

How It Compares

The Andersen A3 competes most directly with the Simpson and Partners Home 7, which offers similar premium British-made build quality at a significantly lower price. See our Andersen A3 vs Simpson and Partners Home 7 comparison for a detailed breakdown of design options, warranty, and value. If you are considering the Andersen purely for Tesla integration, our Tesla Wall Connector vs Andersen A3 comparison covers whether the Tesla's lower price and better app integration outweigh the Andersen's design appeal. The key question with the Andersen is always whether aesthetics justify the premium. If your charger is tucked away in a garage or hidden behind a gate, the design advantage disappears. If it is front and centre on your driveway wall, visible to every passerby, the Andersen makes a genuine case that no other charger can match.