Portable (Granny) Charger

This is a charger, not just a cable. It has a built-in control box (Mode 2) and plugs into an ordinary power socket - a standard UK 3-pin, a European Schuko, or an industrial Commando outlet - turning it into a charging point for your car. Use it where there's no dedicated EV charger: at home before you've fitted a wallbox, at the office, holiday lets, family's houses, or abroad.

If you already charge from a wallbox or public charge point and just need the type of cable to fit between it and your car, you want the untethered cable instead - not this.

First choice - your power source

UK 3-pin (10A Max)

The most versatile option. Plugs into any normal domestic UK socket and charges at up to 2.4kW - roughly 15 hours for a 20–80% top-up on a typical 60kWh car. Ideal as a back-up, for occasional charging, or before your wallbox is installed.

Schuko (13A)

The European 2-pin standard. Charges at a similar rate to the UK plug. This is the one to pack if you're driving in France, Germany, Spain, Italy or most of mainland Europe. Many drivers buy both the UK and Schuko versions to cover every scenario.

Commando 32A (7kW)

Connects to a 32A single-phase industrial (Commando) socket and unlocks the full 7kW - around 5 hours for a 20–80% top-up, roughly three times faster than a 3-pin. The catch: you need a Commando outlet fitted (an electrician's job), so this suits garages, workshops, or anyone who wants near-wallbox speed without a wallbox.

Second choice - your car's connector

Type 2 - the standard for almost every modern EV and plug-in hybrid sold in the UK and Europe (BMW, Mercedes, Audi, VW, Tesla, Hyundai, Kia, MG, Polestar, Volvo and more). If your car is recent, this is almost certainly you.

Type 1 - for older vehicles with a J1772 port, such as pre-2018 Nissan Leafs and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. Choose this only if you've confirmed your car has a Type 1 inlet.

Not sure which sockets or plug you need? Tell us your car and where you'll charge, and we'll confirm the exact spec in minutes.

Yes — this is a "granny charger" (just a properly engineered one)

"Granny charger" is the nickname for a portable EV charger that plugs into a normal domestic socket - so named because it's the lead you'd use to top up at your gran's house, where there's no wallbox. The Wottz Portable Charger is exactly that. The difference is in the build: intelligent Mode 2 charging, real-time plug temperature monitoring, and 28-point UK testing, rather than the flimsy unit that came boxed with your car. Same job, done properly.

We typically build and ship Wottz cables within 24 hours, then they're on a free 48 hour Royal Mail service. Upgrade to speedy at checkout for next day.

Made the wrong choice? Just return the cable unused within 30 days for a full return.

All Wottz products come with a 2 year warranty.