Updated September 30, 2026 · TariffCue Editorial Team
DRBO Greenenergy vs Pod Point
What sets them apart
| Compare | DRBO Greenenergy ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | Pod Point ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Charger price | €499 | £999 to £1,049 |
| Installation included | No | YesHas it |
| Charging power (kW) | 11Higher | 7.4 |
| Markets | DE, AT | GB |
| Solar divert | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tariff integration | Not confirmed | Pod Power by EDF |
| OCPP support | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 years |
Same on both: Tethered cable (Yes), Mobile app (Yes).
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Key differences
- DRBO Greenenergy scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 8.9.
- Installation included: only Pod Point.
- Charging power (kW) is higher at DRBO Greenenergy: 11 vs 7.4.
- Support channels: only DRBO Greenenergy offers Email.
- Support channels: only Pod Point offers Help centre.
- DRBO Greenenergy is available in 1 more country.
- Markets: only DRBO Greenenergy offers DE, AT.
- Markets: only Pod Point offers GB.
Our verdict on each
DRBO Greenenergy
DRBO Greenenergy sells a tethered wallbox at €499 and leaves the fitting to the buyer, which suits drivers who already have an electrician. Support runs on email, chat and phone, the unit ships to DE and AT, and charging power of 11 kW suits a home with a three-phase supply.
Pod Point
Pod Point fits UK households that want solar charging handled as one purchase, and the Solo home charger costs £999 to £1,049 with a 8.9 score on our data. Choose it for the included fitting, tethered cable and app rather than for headline price or peak power.
Score breakdown
| Area | DRBO Greenenergy | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 10.0HigherCharger price of €499 is well below the €1,099 charged by Endesa. | 8.3Charger price of £999 to £1,049 with installation included, so the entry cost is a single figure. |
| Offer | 9.0A tethered cable, a mobile app and Open Charge Point Interface at 11 kW. | 9.2HigherTethered cable, solar divert and a mobile app, plus 5 years of warranty cover. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.5Pod Point Limited in GB, with support on phone, help centre and chat. |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | DRBO Greenenergy | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| EV tariffs and home chargers | 5 of 27 | 14 of 27 |
Pick DRBO Greenenergy if, pick Pod Point if
Pick DRBO Greenenergy if charging power (kw) matter most.
Pick Pod Point if installation included matter most.
Also worth a look
EVSE - Enphase has charging power (kw) at 11.5, against 11 for DRBO Greenenergy and 7.4 for Pod Point.
EVSE - Enphase reviewWhat we checked
DRBO Greenenergy
- drbo-greenenergy.de: 10 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Pod Point
- podenergy.com: 7 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- pod-point.com: 6 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | DRBO Greenenergy | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| Legal entity | DRB Operations GmbH | Pod Point Limited |
| Headquarters | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2009 |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone | Phone, Help centre, Chat |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | DRBO Greenenergy | Pod Point | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charging power (kW) | 11below the median | 7.4lowest quarter | 22 |
| Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 yearsabove the median | 3 years |
Median across 15 listed providers.
Pros and cons
DRBO Greenenergy
Pros
- Charger price of €499 is well under the €1,099 charged by Endesa for its charger
- Tethered cable and a mobile app come as standard, matching what most home boxes offer
- Open Charge Point Interface is supported, so the charger can sit in managed charging software
Cons
- Installation is not included, so €499 is the unit alone and the extra work still has to be paid for
- The unit ships only to DE and AT, so buyers elsewhere look at Endesa or Autel Energy instead
- Output of 11 kW sits below the 11.5 kW of the Enphase unit, so slower cars will not gain from a bigger box
Pod Point
Pros
- Installation is included, so the Solo home charger and its fitting arrive as one purchase.
- Solar divert is supported, so the unit can use household solar as well as grid supply.
- The cable is tethered, so the lead is part of the box rather than a separate item.
Cons
- Charger price of £999 to £1,049 is above €499 at DRBO Greenenergy, so the entry figure is not the lowest in this group.
- Output of 7.4 kW sits at the low end of the field, where 22 kW is the ceiling.
- The Solo home charger is sold in GB only, so buyers outside that market need a local supplier.
Who each suits
DRBO Greenenergy
Who it suits
- Drivers in DE and AT who want a tethered cable rather than carrying a portable unit
- Anyone comfortable arranging their own installation to keep the €499 outlay small
- Households with three-phase supply who can use 11 kW of charging power
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers who need an installer arranged, since installation is not included
- Shorter-range drivers, as 11 kW trails the 11.5 kW Enphase unit
- Buyers outside DE and AT, who have no delivery route from this seller
Pod Point
Who it suits
- UK households with solar panels who want the charger to use their own generation.
- Drivers who want the lead fixed to the unit and the fitting in the same purchase.
- Buyers who want a mobile app alongside phone and help centre support.
Who should look elsewhere
- Not for the tightest budgets: DRBO Greenenergy lists €499, below £999 to £1,049.
- Not for shoppers who want a different supplier near the top of the price range: Endesa lists €1,099.
- Not for buyers who want the wallbox only and plan their own fitting: Enphase EVSE does not include installation.
Current offers
Pod Point
Current offer
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Country by country
| Country | DRBO Greenenergy | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Yes | No |
| Germany | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
Questions about each
DRBO Greenenergy
How much does the wallbox cost?+
The listed charger price is €499. That covers the unit with its tethered cable and mobile app, but not the fitting. Installation is not included, so budget separately for an electrician to mount and commission it. A site median charger price of €804 puts this unit below the middle of the field.
Is installation included in the price?+
No. Installation is not included with the €499 charger, so what you buy is the hardware alone. Across the site, a median installation price of €1,137.78 shows what fitting typically costs, and most sellers in this category charge for it separately. You will need a local installer.
Pod Point
How much does the Pod Point Solo home charger cost?+
The Solo home charger costs £999 to £1,049 in the UK. Installation is included with that purchase, so there is no separate fitting fee to add on. On this site the brand ranks 14 of 19 on charger price, which places it mid field rather than at the budget or premium end.
Is installation included in the price?+
Installation is included, so the £999 to £1,049 price covers the unit and its fitting. The cable is tethered, which means the lead is supplied with the charger rather than sold as a separate item. Buyers who want only the wallbox would be wise to check what the included installation covers before ordering.