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February 27, 2023
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Introducing Charge Anytime - next generation EV charging

  • February 27, 2023
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Introducing Charge Anytime - next generation EV charging

Updated on 25/08/25 by Chris_OVO:

Here’s the latest on our new electric vehicle charging type-of-use plan

 

We’ve relaunched Anytime as Charge Anytime. It’s not only a new name, we’ve made some updates to the product and we want to tell you all about it…

 

See our Charge Anytime product page here

 

What are the headline facts about Charge Anytime?

 

  • Smart charge your electric vehicle for 7p per kWh whenever you need to,
  • Now available to be added to any OVO plan, including electric-only households,
  • Intelligently optimises your charge for when the energy is at its greenest.*
     

Am I eligible?

 

You can see all eligibility details in our Charge Anytime page here.

 

  • You must be an OVO Energy customer and have an eligible car or charger. We’re constantly looking to open up the eligibility of this product to more EV models and chargers, so if you don’t see your tech here, keep an eye on our page. 

 

Our customers and trialists have really played a huge role in shaping Charge Anytime, not least the members of this forum. Leave a comment below if you have any questions, feedback and to let us know if you’ll be adding Charge Anytime to your OVO plan.

 

Want to know more about how Charge Anytime works? Check out this really helpful YouTube video from the team!

 

We’ve got a dedicated topic hub to all things Charge Anytime, so if you’re having any issues, take a look through the guides below, and if you’ve got any other questions feel free to ask our community:

 

 

 

*Our smart tech will aim to charge your car at a time when the grid has more renewable energy in it. Meaning it’s less likely your EV will be charged by energy from fossil fuels.

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    Nick Challacombe
    Rank 8
    April 3, 2024

    I have had ,still have, 2 EV’s that when I bought them were not on the list but I have a charger approved by OVO it is an Indra smart pro and works with OVO charge anytime.

    it is not the only one that OVO recommend, new EV’s are coming on to the market in huge quantities with makes nobody has heard of, mostly from China but the technology is much the same on everyone.

    Your Mazda should not have a problem, subject to the charger.

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      AdamJS
      Newcomer
      April 3, 2024

      Howdy @AdamJS ,

      The list gets updated whenever new EVs are added to the supported list.

      What Charger do you have? That might work instead.

      Thanks Blastoise, I don't have a charger yet, as its my first EV, so I'm yet to get one. Are there any which are recommended for compatability with OVO etc? 

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      AdamJS
      Newcomer
      April 3, 2024

      I have had ,still have, 2 EV’s that when I bought them were not on the list but I have a charger approved by OVO it is an Indra smart pro and works with OVO charge anytime.

      it is not the only one that OVO recommend, new EV’s are coming on to the market in huge quantities with makes nobody has heard of, mostly from China but the technology is much the same on everyone.

      Your Mazda should not have a problem, subject to the charger.

      Hi Nick, thanks for the response! When I was trying to view EV tariffs earlier it wouldn't let me get past the 'Select vehicle' stage, so I never got as far as a charger. As I said in my reply to Blastoise, I haven't got a charger yet as its my first EV, so I'd love to know any recommendations which work best with energy providers. Thanks again!

      Blastoise186
      Super User
      Blastoise186Super User
      Super User
      April 4, 2024

      Howdy @AdamJS ,

      The list gets updated whenever new EVs are added to the supported list.

      What Charger do you have? That might work instead.

      Thanks Blastoise, I don't have a charger yet, as its my first EV, so I'm yet to get one. Are there any which are recommended for compatability with OVO etc? 

      Yup! You’ll want Ohme or Indra, the full list is here. If you have Solar Panels, you must go Indra. Otherwise, it’s up to you.

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      Abby_OVO
      Community Manager
      Abby_OVO
      Community Manager
      April 4, 2024

      Hey @AdamJS 

       

      Welcome to the Forum

       

      Congrats on your new EV!🔌

       

      Some of our community members have left some really helpful advice here already for you but I just wanted to add a few things that may also be useful to you.

       

      You can view our full list of compatible EVs and smart chargers here, and as mentioned already, we’re always looking to grow our compatibility and add new EVs and chargers so always keep an eye on the list for new additions.

       

       

      I hope this has been helpful, if you opt to go for a compatible charger, feel free to share your experience with us and for others who may be in a similar situation as yourself.🙂

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      AdamJS
      Newcomer
      April 4, 2024

      Howdy @AdamJS ,

      The list gets updated whenever new EVs are added to the supported list.

      What Charger do you have? That might work instead.

      Thanks Blastoise, I don't have a charger yet, as its my first EV, so I'm yet to get one. Are there any which are recommended for compatability with OVO etc? 

      Yup! You’ll want Ohme or Indra, the full list is here. If you have Solar Panels, you must go Indra. Otherwise, it’s up to you.

      Great stuff, thanks for your help Blastoise, much appreciated! 

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        AdamJS
        Newcomer
        April 4, 2024

        Hey @AdamJS 

         

        Welcome to the Forum

         

        Congrats on your new EV!🔌

         

        Some of our community members have left some really helpful advice here already for you but I just wanted to add a few things that may also be useful to you.

         

        You can view our full list of compatible EVs and smart chargers here, and as mentioned already, we’re always looking to grow our compatibility and add new EVs and chargers so always keep an eye on the list for new additions.

         

         

        I hope this has been helpful, if you opt to go for a compatible charger, feel free to share your experience with us and for others who may be in a similar situation as yourself.🙂

        Thanks Abby! Much appreciated!

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          Rasasu
          Newcomer
          April 13, 2024

          Any plans on adding Volvo EX30 to the list 

          TomThumb
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          TomThumb
          Rank 6
          April 14, 2024

          We’ve only gone & done it !!!

          Well Mrs TT has🤭

          Only gone bought a BEV 🔋. 

          The jury is still undecided if I will I miss having the equivalent petrol or diesel model.

          On the plus side, I can make use of charge anytime while I make my mind up,

          as all will be compatible with Ovo.

           

          Tom…

           

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            Blastoise186
            Super User
            Blastoise186Super User
            Super User
            April 15, 2024

            Any plans on adding Volvo EX30 to the list 

            There is no specific timeline for if/when a particular EV will become supported. It’s up to the manufacturer to want to play ball too.

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