3 Best Portable EV Chargers (UK 2026 Review)

Why We Like It

• The 10-metre lead is useful when the charging port is some distance from a suitably assessed household socket.
• Adjustable current settings let the charging load be reduced where the electrical installation requires it.
• The LCD shows charging information on the control unit, without a separate app.
• A delayed-start timer offers a convenient way to schedule occasional overnight charging, provided the socket is suitable and the manufacturer’s instructions are followed.
• The Type 2 vehicle plug is compatible with many UK electric cars and plug-in hybrids, although the vehicle inlet must still be checked.
• The advertised 13A setting is not a reason to use an ordinary socket at its limit for hours; this charger is best treated as a backup, with the supply checked by a competent electrician.

Why We Like It

• The 6A, 8A and 10A settings allow the current to be reduced when advised for an appropriately assessed electrical supply.
• Its 10A maximum avoids promoting a higher charging current from a domestic three-pin plug.
• With 10 metres of cable, there is more freedom to park without putting the lead under tension.
• The delay timer adds a simple scheduling option for drivers whose vehicle does not offer one.
• Masterplug is an established UK electrical accessories brand, and the stated one-year manufacturer’s warranty provides a clear starting point for support.
• At around 2.3kW from a UK socket, charging a large battery takes many hours; this is better suited to occasional top-ups than replacing a dedicated home charger.

Why We Like It

• Its 10-metre lead makes occasional charging more practical when the car cannot be parked directly beside the socket.
• The advertised 6A, 8A, 10A and 13A modes offer a choice of charging currents, subject to the installation being suitable.
• A digital display makes it easier to check the selected setting at the control unit.
• The carry case provides somewhere to keep the charging lead when it is stored in the boot.
• The Type 2 connector is suitable for compatible UK electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, avoiding the need for a separate vehicle-side adaptor.
• The 13A mode needs particular caution on domestic sockets; this is an occasional charging option, not evidence that any standard socket is safe for prolonged use.