Zappi v2.1 vs Ohme Home Pro – Which EV Charger Is Best for Irish Homes?

With electric vehicles becoming increasingly popular across Ireland, choosing the right home charger has never been more important. Two of the most requested chargers we install are the Myenergi Zappi v2.1 and the Ohme Home Pro. Both are excellent smart chargers, both qualify for the SEAI grant, and both can dramatically reduce EV running costs. However, they are designed with slightly different priorities in mind. So which one is best for your home?

Quick Overview

The simplest way to describe the difference is this: • Zappi v2.1 is built for homeowners who want maximum energy control, especially those with solar PV systems. Ohme Home Pro is designed for drivers focused on minimising charging costs through smart electricity tariffs. Neither charger is “better” for everyone — it depends entirely on your setup and priorities.

Zappi v2.1 – The Solar Specialist

The Myenergi Zappi has become one of the most popular EV chargers in Ireland, particularly for homes with solar panels. Its biggest advantage is its ability to intelligently divert excess solar energy directly into your car.

Key Features of the Zappi

Solar Integration
The charger continuously monitors your home’s electricity usage and solar generation using CT clamps. When excess solar power is available, the charger automatically adjusts charging speeds to maximise self-consumption instead of exporting energy back to the grid.

Zappi offers:

• Fast Mode – charges at full power from the grid
• Eco Mode – blends solar and grid energy
• Eco+ Mode – prioritises surplus solar only

Advanced Energy Management
Zappi integrates with solar PV, battery storage, power diverters, and load balancing systems.

Connectivity Options
The Zappi offers WiFi, Ethernet, and optional Hub integration.

Ohme Home Pro – The Tariff Optimisation Expert

The Ohme Home Pro has become hugely popular due to its excellent smart tariff integration and easy-to-use app. If your priority is charging at the cheapest electricity rates possible, Ohme is difficult to beat.

Key Features of the Ohme

Smart Tariff Charging
The charger communicates with your electricity tariff and automatically schedules charging when rates are lowest.

Excellent App Experience
Users can set battery percentages, schedule charging, track charging costs, and review charging history.

Built-In 4G Connectivity
Unlike chargers that rely entirely on home WiFi, the Ohme Home Pro includes built-in mobile connectivity.

Feature Comparison

Which Charger Do We Recommend?

Choose the Zappi v2.1 if:

• You already have solar panels
• You plan to install solar in the future
• You want maximum energy monitoring and control

Choose the Ohme Home Pro if:

• You mainly want the cheapest possible charging
• You use smart/night-rate electricity tariffs
• You prefer a simple app experience

Our Verdict

For most standard homes without solar, the Ohme Home Pro is often the most cost-effective and user-friendly option. However, for homeowners investing in solar PV or building a smarter energy ecosystem, the Zappi v2.1 is arguably the most future-proof EV charger currently available. At EV Power Ireland, we install both chargers regularly and can advise which solution best suits your home, your electricity tariff, and your future plans.