One of the biggest differences with Simpson & Partners chargers is how they are built.

Most EV chargers on the market are:

• Sealed units
  
• Difficult or impossible to repair
  
• Replaced entirely when something fails
  

Simpson & Partners takes a completely different approach, designing chargers around repairability, longevity, and upgradeability.

What makes them different:

• Modular internal components that can be replaced individually
  
• Designed to avoid unnecessary waste and landfill
  
• Built for long-term upgrades rather than full replacement
  

This means that if a component fails, it can be repaired or swapped out without replacing the entire unit — a major shift away from the “disposable tech” model common in the industry.

To support this, Simpson & Partners is committed to a true right-to-repair model:

• Spare parts will be available at cost price
  
• This applies even to out-of-warranty chargers
  
• A transparent parts price list will be published, allowing both homeowners and installers to service units بسهولة and affordably
  

This is backed by a comprehensive manufacturer warranty (typically up to 5years), providing peace of mind initially while still supporting long-term ownership well beyond the warranty period.

Future-Proof by Design

Because of this modular approach, the charger can evolve over time. For example, features like vehicle-to-grid (V2G) can be added later without replacing the entire unit, protecting your investment as EV technology develops.

Why This Matters

This approach is a huge advantage for:

• Homeowners planning to stay long-term
  
• Holiday lets needing reliable, maintainable infrastructure
  
• Businesses investing in scalable EV charging
  

👉 Instead of replacing your charger every few years, you can maintain, upgrade, and extend its lifespan to 10+ years, reducing both cost and environmental impact.

Simpson & Partners chargers integrate with:

• Octopus Energy smart tariffs
  
• Including Intelligent tariffs powered by the Kraken platform

What this means in practice:

• Your charger automatically charges at the cheapest times
  
• No manual scheduling needed
  
• Optimised for green energy usage
  

The system can automatically schedule charging to reduce costs and carbon impact.

👉 This is especially powerful when paired with:

• EVs that support smart charging
  
• Solar + battery systems

Unlike many chargers that stay static after installation:

Simpson & Partners chargers include:

• Over-the-air (OTA) updates
  
• Continuous feature improvements
  
• Security enhancements
  

Their software is also:

• Built in-house (not third-party firmware)
  
• Fully encrypted for security
  

👉 Result:

Your charger gets better over time, instead of becoming outdated.

Every unit includes an Energy Manager:

• Standard: Wired load management
  
• Optional: Wireless load management
  

Benefits:

• Easier installation in complex properties
  
• No need for difficult cable runs (with wireless option)
  
• Maintains full safety and compliance
  

👉 This is a big installer advantage vs many competitors.

Many chargers rely purely on WiFi.

Simpson & Partners offers:

• Ethernet connectivity (wired internet)
  
• More stable and reliable connection
  

👉 This is critical for:

• Smart tariff reliability
  
• OCPP integrations
  
• Commercial installs
  

Simpson & Partners supports:

• OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol)
  
• Integration with platforms like Home Assistant
  

Why this matters:

• Full control via third-party systems
  
• Future-proof for new software platforms
  
• Ideal for:
  
  Smart homes
  Commercial networks
  Advanced users
  

OCPP allows chargers to communicate with external systems and manage charging intelligently across sites.

Installers consistently highlight:

• Logical internal layout
  
• Flexible mounting options (wall or freestanding)
  
• Integrated energy management
  

Practical benefits:

• Faster installs
  
• Cleaner setups
  
• Fewer additional components required
  

👉 This often reduces:

• Installation time
  
• Overall system complexity