Electric Car Charging at Home

Imagine stepping into your house after a long day at work, connecting your car to the go-e Charger and knowing that you will have a full battery by the time you need to leave again.

Not only is it convenient, but it is also cheaper than public charging. What's more, you charge in a sustainable way by putting less strain on the electricity grid and perhaps even charging with solar energy. 

Advantages of Charging at Home

One in seven electric cars in Germany is already being charged at home using a go-e wallbox*. 

*according to UScale Wallbox Pricing Study 2024

Flexible

No matter where you live, you always have the option of charging your car.

Cost-effective

Save money by activating smart functions such as charging with PV surplus or off-peak charging.

Time-saving

When you wake up in the morning, you have a full battery - you don't have to stop to charge it.

How Can I Charge My Electric Car at Home?

You can charge your electric car at home either with an emergency cable, a simple wallbox or a smart wallbox. 

Charging from a regular socket

You can charge your electric car from a regular 230 V socket using an emergency cable or the mobile go-e Charger Gemini flex with a suitable go-e adapter. 

In any case, this type of charging should be an exception. Charging from a household socket can take up to 24 hours or even more and is therefore impractical for everyday use.

In addition, charging from a regular socket with too much power can be dangerous. This issue is resolved with our mobile go-e Charger Gemini flex and our household adapter, which defaults to a safe 6 A charging power. Can be customised via the app within the limits set by your country's regulations. 

Charging with a wallbox

Charging with a wallbox is faster, safer and more convenient.  But which one should you choose? 

Simple wallbox
A simple wallbox is used for safe and quick charging. However, it does not usually offer any smart features that make charging more affordable and sustainable.

Smart wallbox
With a smart wallbox, you have full control over charging and can set your charging time and power based on off-peak hours, solar power, or lower energy rates.

Smart charging with the go-e Charger

Charge control in your pocket

You can start and stop charging, change between different modes, adjust the charging currents with the go-e app or get push notifications about the charging status. Charging with the go-e Charger without the app is possible, too. 

Reduce your electricity bill by charging with extra sunshine

Your solar panels keep producing more energy than you need? Channel the surplus into your car battery to reduce charging costs. This efficient solution is available for instance, with our go-e Charger + go-e Controller combo.

Energy-timing magic

Your energy supplier offers dynamic energy tariffs? Activate ECO Mode or Next Trip Mode in the go-e app to charge your car automatically when electricity rates are lowest. Save money and help reduce strain on the local energy grid.  

Open interfaces for more freedom and flexibility

You can also control the go-e Charger locally via HTTP API or via the cloud API, as well as OCPP and Modbus TCP. It offers various interfaces for individual control, allowing integration of go-e wallboxes into software and hardware applications for efficient data exchange in a smart home. Set up custom solutions, such as PV surplus charging, easily.

Our Wallboxes for Home Charging

go-e Charger Gemini flex 11 kW

The intelligent wallbox can be used both stationary in the wall bracket and mobile. No electrician is required for the installation of the charging station. Charging power from 1.4 kW to 11 kW. 1-phase or 3-phase charging.

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go-e Charger Gemini flex 22 kW

The intelligent wallbox can be used both stationary in the wall bracket and mobile. No electrician is required for the installation of the charging station. Charging power from 1.4 kW to 22 kW. 1-phase or 3-phase charging.

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go-e Charger Gemini flex 2.0 11 kW

The go-e Charger Gemini flex 2.0 with integrated SIM card is here. The mobile wallbox offers up to 11 kW charging power for 1-phase and 3-phase charging from 1.4 kW. The smart wallbox with even more connectivity can be used both stationary in the wall bracket and mobile.

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go-e Charger Gemini 2.0 22 kW

The go-e Charger Gemini 2.0 with integrated SIM card is here and offers you a free mobile phone connection for at least 5 years. An extension is possible for 12 euros (incl. VAT) per year. The stationary wallbox offers up to 22 kW charging power for 1-phase and 3-phase charging from 1.4 kW. The smart wallbox with even more connectivity for your home or company car park.

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go-e Charger Gemini 22 kW

The compact wallbox for stationary use, at home or at the workplace. Simple installation, intuitive operation and smart comfort functions. Charging power from 1.4 kW to 22 kW. 1-phase or 3-phase charging.

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go-e Charger Gemini 11 kW

The compact wallbox for stationary use, at home or at the workplace. Simple installation, intuitive operation and smart comfort functions. Charging power from 1.4 kW to 11 kW. 1-phase or 3-phase charging.

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go-e Charger Gemini flex 2.0 22 kW

The go-e Charger Gemini flex 2.0 with integrated SIM card is here and offers you a free cellular connectivity for at least 5 years. An extension is possible for EUR12 (incl. VAT) per year. The mobile wallbox offers up to 22 kW charging power for 1-phase and 3-phase charging from 1.4 kW. The smart wallbox with even more connectivity can be used both stationary in the wall bracket and mobile.

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go-e Charger Gemini 2.0 11 kW

The go-e Charger Gemini 2.0 with integrated SIM card is here. The stationary wallbox offers up to 11 charging capacities for 1-phase and 3-phase charging from 1.4 kW. The smart wallbox with even more connectivity for your home or company car park.

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Top Features of the go-e Charger

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Off-peak charging as a money-saving strategy

Top Features

The go-e app comes with a scheduler. Use it and take advantage of favourable night-time energy tariffs. Since electricity rates for these tariffs drop during the night hours, set your go-e Charger to charge during these off-peak hours and pay less. Save money and reduce grid strain during peak times of high load.

Always charge with a safe amount of power

When most of your home appliances are off, like your washing machine or AC, you have more power available for charging compared to when they are on. In any case, exceeding your available power can lead to a potential outage. With the go-e Charger and go-e Controller working in tandem, the load is always balanced, ensuring you never go beyond safe power limits when charging. Static load balancing between several charging stations also works without a Controller.

Set any kWh limit you want to avoid paying extra

The "kWh Limit" feature in the go-e app gives you control over how many kilowatt hours to charge. This is perfect if you have the option of charging your battery further using regenerative braking. Setting the kWh limit helps you avoid unnecessary costs and better manage your energy usage.

Plug & Play

Installing the mobile go-e Charger Gemini flex and Gemini flex 2.0 is incredibly simple. Just plug the wallbox cable into a red CEE socket, connect it to your car, and the charging starts immediately.  It couldn't be more convenient than that!

RFID authorisation

Access to your wallbox can be optionally restricted to users with a registered RFID chip or card. The go-e Charger comes with one pre-authorised chip for your wallbox. You can register up to 10 chips per wallbox, allowing you to share access with others. Additionally, the go-e app allows you to monitor when and how much energy each person charges.

DC protection

We have integrated the Direct Current (DC) protection module with DC detection and additional AC detection (6 mA DC, 20 mA AC) into the go-e Charger to keep you safe. On the building side, an RCD type A must be installed and a miniature circuit breaker must be installed upstream. The module constantly monitors the current flows, protecting the electrics in your home. If a fault occurs, the DC protection module will shut down power in order to keep you away from any dangers.

Smart Charging with go-e App

EVEN SMARTER CHARGING

  • Free download
  • Can be connected to your go-e Charger via Wi-Fi or LTE*
  • Monitor and change charging status at any time
  • Adapt charging processes to personal requirements
  • Personalisation, authorisation and reading electricity metre
  • Many other smart comfort and security settings
  • Available in different languages 

* The app can also be used through the access point built into the charger. However, without WiFi or LTE, only local control is possible, and some features like flexible electricity tariffs and load balancing will not be available.

EV Home Charging With PV Surplus

Surplus photovoltaic charging is all about minimising your charging costs and shortening the payback period of the PV system. Why send excess power back to the grid for low returns when you can use the excess energy from your solar panels to charge your car instead. The go-e Charger connected to an EMS such as our go-e Controller detects how much of it is available during the day and feeds it into your car battery. 

Automatic switching between single-phase and three-phase is also possible to charge even when there is little solar energy. You can also combine PV surplus charging with favorable dynamic electricity tariffs to achieve your desired energy amount.

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How Can I Install a Wallbox at Home?

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Mobile wallbox

The go-e Charger Gemini flex is easy to install and often doesn't require professional help. If you have a red CEE socket at home and your electrical system can handle the charging load, simply plug it in and start charging.  

Stationary wallbox

The wallbox is designed to be wired into your home electrical system. Therefore, installation must be done by a professional. You can also find a qualified electrical expert through our growing network of partners.

Which Charging Power Do I Need?

11 kW wallbox

You can only charge the battery of your car at the maximum rate the car can accept. If your EV’s charging power is 11 kW or lower, the go-e Charger 11 kW is a suitable choice. Additionally, if the electrical system in the building cannot support high charging currents and upgrading it would be costly, the 11 kW version of the go-e Charger is the best option.

22 kW wallbox

If the charging power of your electric car exceeds 11 kW, opt for the go-e Charger 22 kW to benefit from faster charging. For vehicles that charge using single-phase power but require more than 16 amps, a 22 kW wallbox is recommended as well. In any case, we suggest you find out about possible national restrictions for single-phase charging. 

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How Much Does It Cost to Charge My Car Home?

Charging station

To charge at home with the go-e Charger of the Gemini or Gemini 2.0 series, you are going to pay between € 749 and € 829 (Recommended Retail Price) for a wallbox, around € 200 for a charging cable, plus potential installation services.

Charging costs

Energy prices vary greatly from region to region and country to country. In any case, the costs for charging at home could be lower if you charge with a flexible energy tariff. On top of that, if you have PV panels and a wallbox that allows you to use solar power for charging, you can save a lot on your ongoing electricity costs.

Do I Have to Register My Wallbox?

Whether you need to register your wallbox depends on your country. In addition, rules may vary within the country as well.  In Austria, while general regulations apply nationwide, there might still be specific local requirements. It's always a good idea to double-check.

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How Homeowners Benefit From the go-e Charger

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No public charging around? No problem

Benefits

The next public charging station is ten or more kilometers away from your home? You’re not the only one. Thousands of people living in remote or rural areas with limited access to public charging stations drive electric cars, happily charging them… at home! With more comfort and also cheaper. A smart wallbox hanging in your garage or driveway ensures you can always keep your car ready to go, no matter where you live.

Charge your car while you’re cooking, watching Netflix or helping kids with homework

Benefits

Through a dedicated go-e app, homeowners can remotely monitor the charging status of their car, start or stop charging sessions, and receive notifications about charging progress from any location. The go-e Charger 2.0 model allows you to connect your wallbox to the internet even without WiFi, as it comes with a SIM card for cellular connectivity. 

The wallbox can be installed indoors as well as outdoors

Benefits

The wallbox can operate within the temperature range between -25 °C and +40 °C. You can install it and charge your car outside, no matter the season. With its IP65 rating, the go-e Charger of the Gemini and Gemini 2.0 series is dust and water resistant, which means you have no reason to worry about charging in rainy weather. The RFID authorisation will ensure that you have full control over access to your wallbox. 

Can I Charge My Company Car at Home?

There’s nothing not to like about the convenience of charging your company car at home. From starting each day with a fully charged battery to saving on the company’s budget, the go-e Charger PRO offers the perfect solution.

You can charge your company car at home with either the version with MID-compliant meter or, when required, additionally with compliance with the measurement and calibration law.

Why EV Drivers Choose the go-e Charger?

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Lower charging costs & more sustainable charging

Our goal is to help you charge your electric car at the lowest cost and as eco-friendly as possible. This commitment has earned go-e the highest recommendation rate among all wallbox manufacturers in Germany (in 2024), according to the Wallbox Pricing Study by USale.

go-e Charger Gemini flex mit Kabel

You benefit from the unique money-saving possibilities we offer

With go-e, you can enjoy the benefits of flexible energy tariffs combined with PV surplus charging, regardless of your inverter's brand. We've been pioneers in integrating flexible electricity tariffs, starting with the aWATTar tariff in our app back in 2018.

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Choose a wallbox with an excellent price-performance ratio

Independent tests and market research, including evaluations by ADAC, ÖAMTC, Stiftung Warentest, Auto Bild, electricar, Haus und Garten Test, and F.A.Z. Kaufkompass, confirm that go-e wallboxes offer an outstanding price-performance ratio.

All your charging scenarios are covered

Planning on travelling a lot? Opt for the mobile go-e Charger Gemini flex and always take it with you. Your WiFi connection is rather weak? Not a problem with the go-e Charger Gemini 2.0 series, which has cellular connectivity. Those with PV panels can feed solar energy into their cars with our go-e Charger + go-e Controller combo or other energy management systems and integrations.

Adam R., Germany

I was impressed by the app control

I bought the go-e Charger as I wanted to charge with the flexible energy tariff aWattar at a good rate. It works perfectly. I was also impressed by the app control. The wallbox has a fair price and their customer support is super. 

Klaus M., Switzerland

I find the 1 - 3 phase switching particularly important

As an electrical engineer, I have written my own open-source software that runs on PCs and Linux. Whenever my car is parked at home, it’s connected to the go-e Charger. For several years, I have been able to charge my car with excess energy from the PV system with the smart wallbox from go-e. I find the 1 - 3 phase switching also particularly important.

Florian J., Austria

Reliable and easy to use

The walbox is reliable and easy to use, with its status easily shown via LEDs and in the app. Plus, it offers excellent consumption analysis through a detailed charging log.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can charge at up to 11 or 22 kW depending on your car technical specifications and the go-e Charger model you choose. go-e chargers can be powered with one or three phases.

Make sure to comply with local requirements (e.g. registration of a wallbox may be required). Additionally, check whether the electrical system in your house is able to handle the charging load. If you buy the stationary go-e Charger, it must be installed by a professional electrician. 

You can conveniently charge your car at home if you have a wallbox such as the stationary go-e Charger Gemini or the mobile go-e Charger Gemini flex. Additionally, you need a type 2 cable, which you can also take with you to charge at public charging stations.

Charging from a regular 230 V socket takes up to 24 hours or more, depending on the battery state and capacity.

With a wallbox such as the go-e Charger, you can charge your car in 2-8 hours, depending on the charging power and the battery state and capacity.

 

Charging with PV surplus is possible if you use the go-e Charger with the go-e Controller or any other Energy Management System. For instance, it could be an EMS or integration from one of our partners.

The go-e Charger Gemini series offers only a simple energy meter, but not a MID-compliant metre (Measurements Instruments Directive). The go-e Charger PRO comes with an MID meter and in one version compliant with the measurement and calibration law.

The go-e Controller is an Energy Management System that enables charging with PV surplus, dynamic load balancing, and energy monitoring.