Finn's SMA EV Chargers Review & Verdict
Finn Peacock has been a Chartered Electrical Engineer since 1998, and is ex-CSIRO
SMA make great quality, reassuringly expensive gear. Unfortunately, they have told us that due to market demand in the EU, they have discontinued their EV charger in Australia.
SMA EV Chargers: Pros & Cons
- SMA hardware is known for reliability.
- Its 5 year warranty is one of the longest around for an EV charger.
- It’s capable of smart charging an EV using only surplus solar energy when paired with the right equipment.
- It can only smart charge with the help of an SMA Home Manager 2.0, which can have an installed cost of over $1,200 and only has a 2 year warranty.
- Maximum operating temperature is only 40°C
- It’s one of the most expensive EV chargers I know of
- Not available in Australia
About SMA
While not currently sold in Australia, if they do become available here, an SMA EV Charger may suit those who already use SMA Home Manager 2.0. This is because it will be able to solar smart charge when paired with it. However, its maximum operating temperature of 40°C means it may not operate during heatwaves. On the plus side, SMA has a reputation for manufacturing quality products, and its 5 year warranty is longer than nearly all other EV chargers on the market.
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