Charge at home, cut fuel costs
Home EV charger installation Perth
Charge your electric vehicle at home in the cheapest windows, and pair it with solar for low-cost driving.
Planning the install? Read our Perth EV charger installation guide: cost drivers, three-phase, switchboard upgrades, solar charging and Synergy's EV plan.
8.85c
Midday rate, 9am-3pm
19.92c
Overnight rate, 11pm-6am
EV running costs
Compared to a petrol car
Based on 8L/100km petrol, 15kWh/100km EV. Using average Perth fuel price.
Why charge at home?
A home EV charger is the most convenient and cost-effective way to keep your electric vehicle charged.
Lower running costs
Charging at home in the cheap windows usually costs less per kilometre than petrol. Compare against live fuel prices above.
Charge overnight
Wake up to a full battery every morning. No more trips to the petrol station.
Cheaper charging with solar
Combine with solar and charge your EV on low-cost surplus daytime generation, about 2c/kWh in forgone export credit.
Safer than powerpoints
Dedicated EV chargers are safer and faster than standard 10A powerpoints.
Synergy EV Add-On tariff
Special overnight rate for EV owners
Overnight rate
19.92c/kWh
11pm - 6am (overnight rate)
The overnight rate is 40% below the A1 flat rate per kWh
Charging speed comparison
Different charging options and their speeds for Perth homes.
Standard powerpoint (10A)
2.3 kW
Pros: No installation cost, Works anywhere
Cons: Very slow, Not recommended for daily use, Can overheat
Dedicated circuit (15A)
3.6 kW
Pros: Low installation cost, Safer than 10A
Cons: Still relatively slow, No smart features
Level 2 charger (32A)
Recommended7.4 kW
Pros: Full charge overnight, Smart scheduling, Solar integration
Cons: Higher upfront cost
Level 2 charger (3-phase)
22 kW
Pros: Fastest home charging, Future-proof
Cons: Requires 3-phase power, Highest cost
Compare EV chargers
Filter and compare popular home EV chargers available in Perth. Find the right charger for your solar setup, phase type, and budget.
7.4 kW
Single
$2,300 - $4,000
$1,800 - $2,500
Key Features
- Automatic solar diversion
- Surplus-only charging mode
- CT clamp monitoring
- Smart scheduling
Works with any inverter brand via CT clamp. Best solar diversion on market.
7.4 kW AC / 11 kW DC
1 + 3
$3,500 - $5,500
$2,500 - $3,500
Key Features
- DC-coupled charging
- Integrated battery management
- Solar optimisation
- Bidirectional V2H capable
Best with Sigenergy battery ecosystem. DC-coupled for maximum efficiency.
22 kW (3-phase)
Three
$2,300 - $4,300
$1,800 - $2,800
Key Features
- Solar surplus charging
- Fronius Solar.web integration
- Dynamic load management
- Smart scheduling
Smooth integration with Fronius inverters. Works with other brands via API.
7.4 kW / 11 kW
1 + 3
$1,500 - $3,300
$1,000 - $1,800
Key Features
- Tesla ecosystem integration
- Wi-Fi enabled
- Load sharing
- Powerwall solar charging
Native Tesla integration. Works with Powerwall for solar charging. Also supports non-Tesla EVs.
7.4 kW / 22 kW
1 + 3
$1,700 - $3,700
$1,200 - $2,200
Key Features
- Compact design
- App control
- Power sharing (Power Boost)
- Universal compatibility
Works with all EVs. Solar integration via Wallbox app and CT clamp option.
7.4 kW
Single
$1,900 - $3,700
$1,400 - $2,200
Key Features
- Built-in energy meter
- CT clamp export matching
- Sleek design
- App + smart home integration
Works with any solar setup via CT clamp. Smart home integration via app.
11 kW (3-phase) / 7.4 kW (1-phase)
1 + 3
$2,000 - $4,000
$1,500 - $2,500
Key Features
- iSolarCloud integration
- Scheduled charging
- RFID access control
- OCPP 1.6 compatible
Best with Sungrow hybrid inverters. OCPP support for third-party backends.
22 kW
Three
$2,500 - $4,500
$2,000 - $3,000
Key Features
- Commercial grade build
- OCPP 1.6 compatible
- Reliable IP54 enclosure
- Dynamic load balancing
Commercial-grade reliability. OCPP for fleet management. Best for heavy-duty use.
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EV charger FAQ
Common questions about home EV charging in Perth.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Perth?
It depends mostly on the charger you choose, how far it sits from your switchboard, whether your home is single-phase or three-phase, and whether the switchboard needs upgrading. Send electricians the switchboard-to-charger distance and photos of both, and compare itemised quotes. Our Perth EV charger installation guide covers each cost driver.
Can I charge my EV from a regular powerpoint?
Yes, most EVs come with a portable charger that plugs into a standard 10A powerpoint. However, this is slow (10-15 km/hour) and not recommended for daily use. A dedicated EV charger is safer, faster, and more convenient.
What is Synergy's EV tariff?
Synergy's EV Add-On plan uses Midday Saver's time bands plus an overnight window, charging 19.92c/kWh between 11pm and 6am. It needs an advanced (smart) meter, and its 3pm-9pm peak rate is higher than the A1 flat rate, so it pays only if charging stays out of that window.
How much does it cost to charge an EV at home?
Charging a typical EV (60 kWh battery) from empty costs about $12 on the EV overnight tariff (19.92c/kWh), before the daily supply charge. With solar, daytime charging costs about 2c/kWh. That's the export credit you forgo.
Do I need a 3-phase connection for an EV charger?
No, most home EV chargers work perfectly on single-phase power (7.4 kW). Single-phase is sufficient to fully charge most EVs overnight. 3-phase (22 kW) is only needed if you have very high charging requirements.
Keep exploring
EV charger installation guide
What drives the install cost, what to send an electrician for a quote, when you need three-phase or a switchboard upgrade, and how to charge from solar.
See live fuel prices
Our energy forecast integrates FuelWatch data so you can compare petrol costs against home charging in real time.
Example EV savings
In one modelled scenario, a Fremantle driver charges overnight on the EV Add-On tariff for about $3.50 a charge, instead of an $80 tank of petrol. See more example Perth scenarios.
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