Updated September 30, 2026 · TariffCue Editorial Team
Elli vs Pod Point
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Elli | Pod Point ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Charger price | €759 to €1,499 | £999 to £1,049 |
| Installation included | No | YesHas it |
| Charging power (kW) | 22Higher | 7.4 |
| Tariff integration | Volkswagen Naturstrom Flex | Pod Power by EDF |
| Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 years |
| Markets | Not confirmed | GB |
Same on both: Tethered cable (Yes), Solar divert (Yes), Mobile app (Yes).
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Key differences
- Elli scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.9.
- Installation included: only Pod Point.
- Charging power (kW) is higher at Elli: 22 vs 7.4.
- Support channels: only Elli offers Email.
- Support channels: only Pod Point offers Chat.
- Founded is lower at Pod Point: 2009 vs 2018.
- Tariff integration: only Elli offers Volkswagen Naturstrom Flex.
- Tariff integration: only Pod Point offers Pod Power by EDF.
Our verdict on each
Elli
Elli pairs a tethered wallbox with an electricity tariff in a single place, and it suits German households who want a single provider for home power and charging. The unit delivers 22 kW, connects to Volkswagen Naturstrom Flex and diverts solar, though installation is not included in the price.
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 | Elli | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.0HigherCharger price of €759 to €1,499 with installation not included, so the box is mid-table while the fitting is extra. | 8.3Charger price of £999 to £1,049 with installation included, so the entry cost is a single figure. |
| Offer | 9.2Tethered lead, solar divert and an app on 22 kW of power, plus fixed, dynamic and green in the same account. | 9.2Tethered cable, solar divert and a mobile app, plus 5 years of warranty cover. |
| Trust | 8.5Backed by Volkswagen Group Charging GmbH in DE, trading since 2018, with support on email, phone and help centre. | 9.5HigherPod Point Limited in GB, with support on phone, help centre and chat. |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Elli | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Germany | United Kingdom |
How they place
| Ranking | Elli | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| EV tariffs and home chargers | 10 of 27 | 14 of 27 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Elli | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| Legal entity | Volkswagen Group Charging GmbH | Pod Point Limited |
| Headquarters | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 2018 | 2009Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Phone, Help centre, Chat |
Energy suppliers
| Fact | Elli | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| Tariff types | Fixed, Dynamic, Green, Ev | Not confirmed |
| Fixed terms | 12, 24, 1 | Not confirmed |
| Fuels | Electricity | Not confirmed |
| Renewable share | 100% | Not confirmed |
| Renewable basis | Certificates | Not confirmed |
| Smart meter required | No | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Elli | Pod Point | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charging power (kW) | 22at the median | 7.4lowest quarter | 22 |
| Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 yearsabove the median | 3 years |
Median across 15 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Elli
Pros
- Charging at 22 kW, with a tethered cable, solar divert and a mobile app on the same unit.
- Tariff choice covers fixed, dynamic and green alongside the wallbox, so power and charging sit with one provider.
- Renewable electricity at 100% on a certificates basis, with no smart meter needed.
Cons
- Installation is not included, so the €759 to €1,499 box is only part of the outlay and the fitting is a separate cost.
- The €759 to €1,499 charger price runs above the €804 median charger price on the site, and above DRBO Greenenergy at €499.
- The charger plugs into Volkswagen Naturstrom Flex only, so the tariff pairing is narrower than the range of fixed, dynamic and green on offer.
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
Elli
Who it suits
- German households with rooftop solar who want charging and electricity from one provider, since solar divert is supported.
- Drivers with a home charge point who would rather have a fixed cable and app control than carry a lead to the car.
- Households weighing fixed against dynamic rates, since tariff choice covers fixed, dynamic and green on the same account as the wallbox.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers shopping on hardware budget: DRBO Greenenergy lists its charger at €499, below Elli's €759 to €1,499.
- Anyone after a lower-power unit: EVSE - Enphase lists 11.5 kW where Elli offers 22 kW.
- Households wanting a settled all-in figure: Endesa lists its charger at €1,099 as a single price, where Elli's €759 to €1,499 spreads wider.
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.
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Country by country
| Country | Elli | Pod Point |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Elli
How much does the Elli wallbox cost?+
The Elli wallbox is priced at €759 to €1,499. Installation is not included in that figure, so the fitting is a separate line and the real outlay is higher than the box alone. Budget for the hardware and the installation as two separate costs rather than assuming the sticker price covers the job.
How fast does the Elli wallbox charge?+
The unit delivers 22 kW of power, and the lead is tethered, so it stays joined to the car rather than being carried around. A fixed cable removes the awkward part of nightly charging, at the cost of routing a longer run from the charge point to where the car stands.
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.