EECA has an approved list of EV chargers recommended for residential use. The list has been developed to help New Zealanders identify, and purchase, EV chargers that use 'smart' technology and are energy efficient.

Recommended EV chargers

A wall-mounted charger will charge your EV faster and more safely than a three-pin plug but they're not all created equal. 

Smart chargers can adjust when and how your EV chargers, helping you save money on your energy bills, and supporting the electricity grid by avoiding peak times. 

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Residential chargers

Download the list of approved residential EV chargers

List updated: 10/6/2026

Two-way EV chargers

Two-way chargers are capable of both taking electricity to charge a vehicle and exporting stored energy from the vehicle back to a building or the electricity network. They enable EVs to act as flexible storage, supporting household or business energy use, and contributing to wider grid stability.

Two-way charging technologies are still emerging in the New Zealand market. While interest is growing, charger availability and vehicle compatibility is limited and standards are still developing. Before purchasing a two-way charger, check with your vehicle manufacturer and charger installer about compatibility, warranty implications, electrical safety and grid connectivity requirements.

  • Why choose a smart charger

    A smart wall-mounted charger will save time and money compared to other EV chargers, and they’re safer to use in your home. Find out how smart chargers can help you unlock the lowest off-peak charging costs,and do all of the thinking for you.

  • Commercial EV chargers

    EECA has also published an approved list of EV chargers recommended for commercial use. The list helps New Zealand businesses identify, and purchase, EV chargers that are future proofed with 'smart' technology and are energy efficient.

  • Information for suppliers

    If you’re a supplier of EV chargers in New Zealand, you can submit technology to be included in EECA’s approved list. The chargers included on this list need to meet EECA’s technical specification for smart EV chargers.