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Gingernut49
Rank 6
Rank 6
Oct 12, 2025 9:44 AM UTC
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OVO Charge App - no search facility

How can I find out which public chargers are compatible with Ovo's charging card? 

I can use Zapmap to find chargers but might not get the saving by using the card.

I want to find a compatible chademo charger near Gatwick airport and there's currently no way of doing so.

Chris_OVO
Chris_OVOBest Answer
Community Manager
Oct 15, 2025 9:20 AM UTC

Updated on 25/02/26 by Chris_OVO

Hey everyone! We’ve chatted about this in private messages for testing, but just to let everyone know, there is a search function available! You can find it conveniently at the top right corner of the map.

 

A quick shoutout to ​@Gingernut49: when you tried it the other day, it didn’t show up right away, but the good news is that you were able to see it today! Thanks for flagging it up and hopefully it’ll be helpful for other members who didn’t know it existed. 

 

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8 replies

Rank 1
Oct 12, 2025 9:58 AM UTC

Good idea. My car will search for chargers on its network. Seems a waste if you take out an OVO contract you can't find associated chargers

WileyC
Rank 5
Rank 5
Oct 12, 2025 10:27 AM UTC

Doesn’t the OVO Charge app list all compatible chargers?

Rank 2
Oct 12, 2025 10:48 AM UTC

App shows chargers that are included in the OVO scheme and those that are not. This is normal as most apps filters can be set to show all or just those that can be triggered using the app. At the last count I had 12+ charging apps on my phone and in 5 years probably only bothered to used them 3 times to start a charge. If you are not charging weekly on public chargers you do not need to sign up for any subscriptions.

Rank 2
Oct 12, 2025 10:52 AM UTC

 

Rank 6
Oct 12, 2025 10:27 PM UTC

If you select Account > Devices > [then select your car] > Add Vehicle Spec > Plug types,
you should be able to set the plug type as CHAdeMO. Then the map should only show compatible chargers.
However, I’m not sure if that part of the app is working correctly yet. You’ll have to try it yourself. I’m charging my car at home at the moment, so don’t want to mess with the app.

nealmurphy
Newcomer
Newcomer
Oct 13, 2025 12:29 PM UTC

If you filter by CHAdeMo and then turn off the “Show non-OVO Charger” option that should narrow things down.

I’d suggest the Instavolts at McDonalds, Gatwick Road, RH10 9AX. There are eight CHAdeMO connections on that site.

 

Chris_OVO
Community Manager
Community Manager
Oct 14, 2025 3:23 PM UTC

Hey ​@Gingernut49,

 

Thanks so much for the fantastic feedback! I’ll pass it along to the team and check if a search function is on the way. I also really appreciate our other members for jumping in with their helpful advice!

 

I’ll let you know when I hear back. 

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Chris_OVO
Community Manager
Chris_OVOBest Answer
Community Manager
Oct 15, 2025 9:20 AM UTC

Updated on 25/02/26 by Chris_OVO

Hey everyone! We’ve chatted about this in private messages for testing, but just to let everyone know, there is a search function available! You can find it conveniently at the top right corner of the map.

 

A quick shoutout to ​@Gingernut49: when you tried it the other day, it didn’t show up right away, but the good news is that you were able to see it today! Thanks for flagging it up and hopefully it’ll be helpful for other members who didn’t know it existed. 

 

Thinking about taking a trip with your electric vehicle? You're in the right place! Check out this friendly article to help you get started on your journey. Safe travels!

 

 

Renewable energy jokes never get old.