Pod Point App
Connect to the Pod Point ecosystem.
For home, workplace and public charging.
Manage your home charging activity
Schedule charging, see energy usage and track costs.
Access workplace & fleet charging
Find and use your company's chargers.
Charge on the Pod Point Network
Access thousands of charging bays across the UK.
With the Pod Point App you get...
Our chargers pair with the Pod Point App to offer convenience and ease for your home charging needs.
Future-proof your home with our solar-compatible charger.
Choose from Solar, or Solar & Grid modes to help enable zero cost charging.
Charge activity monitoring with the Pod Point App.
Understand and optimise your EV energy usage.
Use Charge Modes to attune your charging to your desire.
Use both Smart and Manual mode to charge when and how you need.
Schedule a charge when it's cheapest.
Save by charging your EV during off-peak hours.
Over-the-air software updates via Wi-Fi with no subscription required.
Unlock new features for your Solo charger.
Standard installation of your chargepoint is included (90% of customers qualify).
Read full terms & conditions
The Solo 3S automatically works with solar panels whether you have them now or get them installed in the future.
- Harness the full benefits of zero-cost and zero-carbon charging with our easy-to-use solar integration.
- Solar mode: charge using excess solar energy and enjoy zero-cost and zero-carbon charging.
- Solar & Grid mode: top-up using the National Grid when solar production is low, preventing excess solar energy being wasted.
Explore solar charging in-depth in our Solo 3S App user guide.
Charge activity monitoring with the Pod Point App gives you insights into your energy usage.
- Oversee your car charging costs and learn when it's cheapest to charge on your energy tariff.
- Make informed decisions on when to charge, by viewing a forecast of your local carbon intensity, provided by National Grid.
- Export itemised reports that can form part of your vehicle/house budgeting.
- Check your charger's live charging status within the app.
Explore the Pod Point App User Guide.
Utilise both modes to optimise your charging schedules, and go back to simple plug-in-play when needed.
- Manual mode: Your vehicle will charge when it’s plugged in. Charging will stop when your EV has a full charge or you remove the cable.
- Smart mode: Your vehicle will charge according to the default or custom set schedule.
- See live status updates of your charger on the Pod Point App.
Learn more about charge modes in the App User Guide.
Our Charge Scheduling feature lets you charge overnight on off-peak rates.*
- Take advantage of dual-rate electricity tariffs and save on costs by automatically scheduling your EV to charge during off-peak hours.
- Unlock the full benefits of EV ownership and drive from under 2.5p per mile** with Pod Point’s smart home charger and EDF’s Pod Point EV Exclusive tariff.
*Wi-Fi required.
**See EDF claims page for more information.
Learn more about Charge Scheduling in our App User Guides.
When connected to Wi-Fi, the Solo 3S gets automatic software updates over-the-air.
- Unlock new features for your chargepoint in the future without changing the physical charger.
- Enable remote customer service and diagnostics from our team.
- Get the latest software version for optimal performance.
Learn what else the Solo 3S can do.
Check your live charge status and charging mode.
Use the charger status feature to see updates on your charger and switch between charging modes.
- View the current status of your Solo charger in the At Home tab on the Pod Point App.
- See status updates of your charger on the Pod Point App in real-time.
- Instantly switch between Smart and Manual charging modes depending on your charging requirements.
Learn more about the charger status and charging modes in the App User Guides.
Charge when its cheapest at home.
Schedule charging, view charging activity, and keep track of costs and energy usage from your smartphone.**
- When you first pair your charger to the app, an overnight default schedule will automatically be applied across the week.*
- View your charge history, cost, and kWh consumed alongside your public and workplace charging.
Get a detailed guide on the Pod Point App
*As of 30th June 2023.
**Charger must be linked with your Pod Point account in-app. You'll also require a mobile data connection to use the Pod Point App.
Further reduce your carbon footprint
Make informed decisions on when to charge, by using a forecast of your local carbon intensity, provided by National Grid.
View a 48hr forecast of the National Grid's carbon intensity profile in your region.
Think of it like a weather forecast, but for the magnitude of carbon emitted to meet the demand on the grid.
By charging during periods of lower carbon intensity, you’ll be able to further reduce your carbon footprint.
See here for more information on how the National Grid calculates carbon intensity.
Find a place to charge on the go.
Charge fast and rapid at thousands of charging bays nationwide on the Pod Point Network.
- Built for your smartphone, download our App for free, with no membership fees or subscriptions to access our Network.
- Some of our network is free to use, and for the rest - simply top-up and pay as you charge in-app.
- Get the latest chargepoint availability and view public charging tariff information.
- Get directions from Google Maps to the nearest chargepoint.
- Save your favourite chargepoints, filter by speed and gain access to our EV Zones.
Solar made simple
Harness the full benefits of zero-cost and zero-carbon charging with our easy-to-use solar integration.
Not got solar panels yet? No problem, the Solo 3S will automatically work with future solar panel installations.
Please see our guide on how solar panels can charge electric cars for more information.
Connect to the Pod Point ecosystem.
Start your smart charging journey now.
FAQs
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Is my mobile device compatible with the Pod Point App?
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The Pod Point App is compatible with Android smartphones running Android OS 7.0 and above (released 2016). For Apple smartphones, the Pod Point App is compatible with iPhones running iOS 13 (released 2019) and above.
The Pod Point App is not currently compatible with tablet devices, or any iOS devices that are incompatible with iOS 13 and above.
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Can I charge an EV without an app?
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The Pod Point App ensures you can make the most of your Solo home charger, such as Charge Scheduling and Solar and Grid modes.
However, if you simply wish to plug in and charge, you don't need to link your charger to the Pod Point App. Instead, it will charge whenever you plug in.
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How do I see my charge history in the Pod Point App?
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Tap the “stats” icon at the bottom of the screen in the Pod Point App to see your charge history.
Please be aware the Pod Point App will only start recording charge history once it has been linked with your Solo charger.
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How is my Solo charger linked with the Pod Point App?
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Once your charger has been installed, simply head to the Pod Point App. From the "At Home" tab, you’ll be able to connect your charger and follow the instructions to set up Wi-Fi.
Note: If you are struggling to locate your connection sticker, please visit the App User Guides or contact Pod Point customer support on 020 7247 4114.
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Can I withdraw my balance from the Pod Point App?
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Yes, you can withdraw your remaining balance from the Pod Point App by getting in touch with the Pod Point customer support team.
You can contact us either through our Help Centre or on 020 7247 4114.