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7.4 kW · Type 2 socket
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Ohme · Home EV Charger · Ireland 2026

Ohme ePod Ireland 2026

Budget smart charger — built-in 4G, no Wi-Fi needed

The Ohme ePod is the more affordable Ohme model — a compact untethered 7.4kW wallbox with built-in 4G SIM (no home Wi-Fi required) and the same automatic night rate tariff scheduling as the Home Pro. The right choice if you want smart charging in a garage or outbuilding without Wi-Fi.

Built-in 4G Auto tariff Smart scheduling SEAI grant No Wi-Fi required

⚙️ Specifications

Output7.4 kW
ConnectorType 2 socket
PhasesSingle-phase
ConnectivityBuilt-in 4G (no Wi-Fi needed)
AppOhme app
Smart schedulingAuto tariff via 4G
IP ratingIP55
Warranty3 years

💰 Pricing & SEAI grant

Installed priceFrom €899 installed
SEAI grant deducted at installation− €300
You pay From €599

Apply at seai.ie and receive a Letter of Offer before installation begins. Must use a SEAI-registered electrician.

Key features
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Built-in 4G — works anywhere
Connects on its own 4G SIM — ideal for garages or outbuildings with no Wi-Fi coverage
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Best value Ohme model
Same auto tariff scheduling as the Home Pro at a lower price point
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Untethered socket
Use any Type 2 cable — flexible and tidy when not in use
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⚡ Charging times

7.4kW socket — 0→100% (60kWh EV)~9 hours

Estimates based on typical conditions. Actual time varies with EV battery capacity, state of charge and ambient temperature.

✅ Pros & ⚠️ Worth knowing

What we like

  • No Wi-Fi required
  • Good value auto tariff scheduling
  • Compact and discreet

Worth knowing

  • No solar integration
  • Fewer features than Home Pro

❓ Ohme ePod — frequently asked questions for Irish buyers

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📖 Ohme ePod — Is it the right home EV charger for you?

The ePod is a 7.4 kW smart home EV charger available in Ireland with SEAI €300 grant support. At its core it does what every home wallbox must do: charge your EV safely overnight at a speed that works with your car's AC charge rate. The distinguishing features — Built-in 4G, Auto tariff, Smart scheduling — matter most if they match your specific situation. If you have solar panels, want Apple HomeKit integration, or need the lowest possible unit price after the SEAI grant, different models in our EV charger directory Ireland will suit different needs.

To understand your actual charging costs once installed, use our home EV charging cost calculator — it breaks down the cost per km based on your tariff, night rate window and EV's real-world consumption. Most Irish homeowners charging overnight on an off-peak rate find home charging costs roughly €0.04–€0.07 per km, compared to €0.14–0.18/km for petrol.

For a full overview of the SEAI grant process, installation requirements and how to choose between tethered and untethered models, read our complete guide to home EV charging in Ireland.

☀️ Power it for free

Solar panels in Ireland

Pair this charger with solar panels and a home battery to charge your EV on clean, low-cost energy. A typical 4kWp Irish system generates enough electricity for 18,000–24,000 km of free annual EV driving.

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A 10kWh home battery stores midday solar surplus and releases it in the evening — your EV charges on free solar even after sunset. Increases self-consumption from ~35% to ~80%.

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Smart energy management

A smart energy monitor shows exactly when to shift your EV charging for maximum savings. A solar diverter redirects surplus solar to your immersion for free hot water. A smart thermostat cuts heating bills 15–30%. Together they pay back in under 2 years.

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An EV charger and a heat pump can both run on the same solar panels — your car and your home heating powered from your roof. The SEAI heat pump grant is now up to €12,500. Browse 19 air-to-water heat pumps from Daikin, Mitsubishi, Vaillant, Samsung, Grant and more.

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€12,500
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€300
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