Across Yorkshire, the Zappi has quietly become the default EV charger for anyone who has solar panels — or plans to get them. Search interest reflects it: homeowners in Hull, Leeds, York and Sheffield are looking specifically for "Zappi installers" rather than generic charger fitters. This guide explains what makes the Zappi different, what it costs installed in 2026, how it compares with Ohme, Hypervolt and Wallbox, and how YEERS installs them across Hull, Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
What makes the Zappi different?
Most 7kW home chargers do one job: pull power from the grid and put it in your car. The Zappi, made by myenergi, adds a trick the others can't fully match — solar diverting. A CT clamp on your incoming supply measures what your panels are exporting, and the Zappi routes that surplus straight into your car instead of exporting it to the grid, where a mile of EV driving is usually worth more to you than the export payment.
Three charging modes control how aggressive that is:
- Eco+ — charges using surplus solar only, pausing when export drops below the threshold (the Zappi can divert from as little as ~1.4kW of surplus). Effectively free miles on sunny days.
- Eco — blends solar surplus with a minimum grid top-up so charging never stalls.
- Fast — full 7kW from the grid, like any other charger, ideal overnight on a cheap EV tariff.
Two other points matter to Yorkshire buyers. First, the Zappi is UK-made — myenergi manufactures in Stallingborough, Lincolnshire, a short drive from our Hull base, so parts and support are genuinely local. Second, it has built-in PEN fault protection, so no earth rod is needed on most installs, which keeps installation tidy and cost down.
Zappi v3 specification at a glance
| Spec | Zappi v3 (7kW) |
|---|---|
| Power output | 7.4kW single-phase (22kW three-phase version available) |
| Solar diversion | Yes — from ~1.4kW surplus, Eco / Eco+ / Fast modes |
| Connection | Tethered (6.5m cable) or untethered |
| Earthing | Built-in PEN fault protection — no earth rod needed |
| Smart features | Wi-Fi/Ethernet, myenergi app, scheduling, tariff integration, OCPP |
| Manufacture | myenergi, Stallingborough, Lincolnshire (UK-made) |
| Warranty | 3 years (extendable via myenergi registration) |
Zappi vs Ohme vs Hypervolt vs Wallbox: 2026 installed cost
All four are capable 7kW chargers, and a typical straightforward install in Yorkshire lands between £900 and £1,200 fitted. The differences are in what each is best at. Prices below are indicative — verified July 2026.
| Charger | Typical installed cost | Standout strength | Solar diverting | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zappi v3 | £1,050–£1,200 | True surplus-solar charging, UK-made | Yes — native, no extra kit | Homes with (or planning) solar PV |
| Ohme Home Pro | £900–£1,050 | Deep smart-tariff integration (e.g. Intelligent Octopus) | No native diversion | Cheap overnight tariff charging |
| Hypervolt Home 3 Pro | £950–£1,100 | Sleek design, good app, solar-aware modes | Partial (with CT clamp) | Design-conscious buyers |
| Wallbox Pulsar Max | £900–£1,050 | Compact unit, strong app ecosystem | Partial (with power meter) | Small footprint installs |
If your priority is squeezing the most from a cheap overnight tariff and you have no solar, the Ohme is a fine choice — its tariff automation is genuinely excellent. But if solar is in the picture, the Zappi's native Eco+ mode is the reason it dominates our install book.
Grants: can you get money off in 2026?
The OZEV EV chargepoint grant now covers £350 for owners and renters of flats only — houses are no longer eligible. Most Yorkshire homeowners will therefore pay the full installed price. The consolation: charger prices have fallen steadily, and a Zappi paired with solar pays its way faster than any grant would.
Why pair a Zappi with solar panels?
The economics stack up strongly in 2026. A 4kW solar array costs roughly £6,200–£8,200 installed and generates around 3,400–3,650kWh a year in Yorkshire. Exporting surplus via the Smart Export Guarantee typically earns anywhere from around 1p to 27p/kWh (indicative — rates vary widely by tariff, with Octopus among the strongest) — but putting that same kWh into your car displaces grid electricity or petrol worth far more per mile. In Eco+ mode, a sunny Yorkshire day can add 20–30 free miles to your EV.
There's also a VAT advantage: domestic solar and battery storage carry 0% VAT until 31 March 2027 (rising to 5% after), so installing panels alongside your charger is cheaper now than it will be later. If you're weighing up an array for your home, our page on solar panels Hull covers system sizes, costs and realistic yields for the region.
How YEERS installs Zappis across Yorkshire
YEERS is a Hull-based MCS-certified installer covering Hull, the East Riding, York, Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster and across into Lincolnshire — myenergi's home turf. Every install follows the same process:
- Remote survey — photos of your consumer unit, meter and intended charger position; we confirm supply capacity and quote a fixed price.
- Fixed-price install — typically completed in half a day: charger mounted, dedicated circuit run, CT clamp fitted for solar diversion, DNO notification handled.
- Commissioning and handover — app set up, Eco/Eco+ modes configured for your tariff and panels, and a demonstration before we leave.
Every job carries our 10-year workmanship warranty on top of the manufacturer's cover. Full details of surveys, cable routes and pricing are on our EV charger installation page, and if you're local to us there's a dedicated guide to EV chargers Hull covering typical install scenarios in the city's housing stock — from 1930s semis off Holderness Road to new-builds in Kingswood.
Is the Zappi worth the premium?
Against an Ohme or Wallbox, the Zappi usually costs £100–£200 more installed. If you have solar — or intend to add it before March 2027 while VAT is still 0% — that premium is recovered quickly through free solar miles. If you'll only ever charge overnight on a smart tariff and have no solar plans, a cheaper smart charger does the job. Either way, we install all four brands and will recommend the one that fits your home, not the one with the biggest margin. Request a fixed-price quote through our online form and we'll come back with a same-week survey slot.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Zappi charger cost installed in Yorkshire?
A Zappi v3 typically costs £1,050–£1,200 fully installed on a standard single-phase Yorkshire home (indicative — verified July 2026). That includes the charger, a dedicated circuit, the CT clamp for solar diversion and DNO notification. Complex cable runs or consumer unit upgrades can add to this, which is why YEERS quotes a fixed price after a photo survey.
Can a Zappi charge my car using only solar panels?
Yes. In Eco+ mode the Zappi charges exclusively from surplus solar, diverting from as little as around 1.4kW of export and pausing when clouds cut generation. A typical 4kW array in Yorkshire generates 3,400–3,650kWh a year, so sunny days can add 20–30 effectively free miles to your EV.
Is there a government grant for home EV chargers in 2026?
Only for flats. The OZEV EV chargepoint grant provides £350 towards a charger for owners and renters of flats — houses are no longer eligible. Homeowners in houses pay the full installed price, though falling hardware costs mean a 7kW smart charger now typically lands at £900–£1,200 fitted.
Is the Zappi better than an Ohme or Hypervolt?
It depends on your setup. The Zappi is the clear winner if you have solar panels, because its native Eco+ solar-diverting mode needs no extra hardware. The Ohme Home Pro is stronger on smart-tariff automation for overnight grid charging, while Hypervolt and Wallbox offer partial solar awareness with add-on metering. All four cost a broadly similar £900–£1,200 installed.
Where is the Zappi made?
The Zappi is made in the UK by myenergi at its factory in Stallingborough, Lincolnshire — within YEERS's own install territory. UK manufacture means readily available parts, UK-based support, and a supply chain that isn't dependent on overseas shipping for warranty replacements.
Does a Zappi installation need an earth rod?
Usually not. The Zappi has built-in PEN fault protection, which removes the requirement for a separate earth rod on most domestic installs. That keeps installation neater and faster and is one reason a straightforward Zappi fit can be completed in around half a day.
Last updated July 2026 · YEERS — MCS-certified installers, Hull & Yorkshire.
