Updated September 30, 2026 · TariffCue Editorial Team
Autel Energy vs Cord EV
Where Autel Energy and Cord EV differ
| Compare |  Autel Energy | Cord EV ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Charger price | $599 | £479 to £559 |
| Installation included | No | YesHas it |
| Charging power (kW) | 12Higher | 7.4 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 yearsHigher |
| Markets | US | GB |
| Installation price | Not confirmed | £979 |
| Solar divert | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tariff integration | Not confirmed | Octopus Intelligent Go, OVO Charge Anytime |
Same on both: Tethered cable (Yes), Mobile app (Yes).
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Key differences
- Autel Energy scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 8.9.
- Installation included: only Cord EV.
- Charging power (kW) is higher at Autel Energy: 12 vs 7.4.
- Warranty is higher at Cord EV: 5 years vs 3 years.
- Support channels: only Cord EV offers Help centre.
- Founded is lower at Autel Energy: 2004 vs 2023.
- Markets: only Autel Energy offers US.
- Markets: only Cord EV offers GB.
Our verdict on each
Autel Energy
Autel Energy suits US drivers who want a tethered, hardwired home charger with app control and a solid warranty. The MaxiCharger AC unit costs $599 and installation is separate, so the real outlay runs higher than the headline price.
Cord EV
Cord EV fits households in GB with a drive, offering a tethered home charger with installation included at a mid-field charger price of £479 to £559. A single supplier handles the hardware and the fit, so there is a single place to turn for the whole setup.
Score breakdown
| Area | Autel Energy | Cord EV |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.7HigherCharger price of $599 sits mid-field, and installation is not included, so buyers budget a second sum. | 9.2Installation at £979, included in the package, with an installation price rank of 3 of 6. |
| Offer | 8.9Hardwired unit delivers 12 kW, comes tethered, has a mobile app and a 3 years warranty. | 9.2HigherTethered, solar divert, a mobile app and tariff integration with Octopus Intelligent Go and OVO Charge Anytime, plus a warranty of 5 years. |
| Trust | 10.0HigherEstablished in 2004 with support by email and phone, plus a 3 years warranty on the unit. | 8.0The business is Cord Power Technologies Ltd, headquartered in GB and founded in 2023, so the record is short. |
What we checked
Autel Energy
- autelenergy.us: 9 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Cord EV
- cord-ev.com: 14 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Autel Energy | Cord EV |
|---|---|---|
| EV tariffs and home chargers | 7 of 27 | 12 of 27 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Autel Energy | Cord EV |
|---|---|---|
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Cord Power Technologies Ltd |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 2004Lower | 2023 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone | Email, Phone, Help centreCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Autel Energy | Cord EV | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charging power (kW) | 12below the median | 7.4lowest quarter | 22 |
| Warranty | 3 yearsat the median | 5 yearsabove the median | 3 years |
Median across 15 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Autel Energy
Pros
- Tethered cable means one fixed unit on the wall, so no cable to buy, store or plug in each time ($599 covers the box alone)
- 12 kW output matches the top of the site range for home AC units
- Mobile app included, so charging sessions and status sit on a phone
Cons
- Installation is not included, so the buyer's total is the $599 unit plus a separate fitting job
- DRBO Greenenergy lists a lower charger price at €499
- Availability is limited to US, so it is not an option for UK or EU buyers
Cord EV
Pros
- Installation is included, so the charger and its fit are arranged as a single package rather than as separate purchases.
- The charger is tethered, can divert solar to the car and comes with a mobile app, which covers the usual home charging setup.
- Tariff integration with Octopus Intelligent Go and OVO Charge Anytime lets charging follow the cheap windows on those tariffs.
Cons
- Output of 7.4 kW places Cord EV at 12 across 18 brands compared, so it is built for overnight charging rather than quick turnarounds.
- The charger is sold in GB only, so buyers outside the UK are not covered.
- The listed installation price of £979 is another outlay to plan for alongside the charger price of £479 to £559.
Who each suits
Autel Energy
Who it suits
- US households with a driveway or garage who want a permanent tethered cable point
- Drivers who charge overnight and want a 12 kW unit they rarely outgrow
- People who want setup and monitoring in a mobile app rather than on a wall display
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers in the UK or EU, since US does not include those regions
- Anyone wanting a turnkey quote, as installation is not included in the $599 price
- Price-first shoppers, since DRBO Greenenergy charges less at €499
Cord EV
Who it suits
- Households in GB with an off-street drive who charge overnight and want the install handled in the same package.
- Homes with solar generation that want charging diverted from their own power.
- Drivers on Octopus Intelligent Go or OVO Charge Anytime who want charging to follow cheap rate windows.
Who should look elsewhere
- DRBO Greenenergy buyers who shop on the hardware price alone, since its charger is listed at €499.
- Endesa buyers who want a different price point, with a charger listed at €1,099.
- EVSE - Enphase buyers weighing installation cost, whose listed installation price is $1,000.
Country by country
| Country | Autel Energy | Cord EV |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Autel Energy
How much does an Autel Energy home charger cost?+
The hardwired MaxiCharger AC unit is listed at $599. That figure covers the charger hardware itself. Installation is not included, so the fitting cost sits on top of the purchase price and needs separate arranging.
Does installation come with the charger?+
No. Installation is listed as not included for the residential range. Buyers should budget for an electrician separately from the $599 hardware charge, and the fitting quote can move the total a long way from the headline price.
Cord EV
How much does the Cord EV home charger cost?+
The listing shows £479 to £559 for the Cord EV home charger, and £979 for installation. Installation is included in the package, so budget the unit and the fit together, since both are quoted as separate lines on the listing.
Does the Cord EV charger come with installation?+
Installation is included with the charger, and the listed installation price is £979. Cord EV is headquartered in the United Kingdom and the charger is sold in the United Kingdom, so the fit is arranged as part of the same purchase rather than a separate contract.