Smart Charge charging network costs
Rapid devices: 75p/kWh
Access is via debit or credit card, as well as contactless via Apple Pay or Google Pay.
To discover how much it will cost to charge an EV from a Smart Charge charge point, head to Zapmap’s Public Charging Calculator. This allows you to select any new or used plug-in vehicle, and tailor elements – such as electricity cost and charge required – for personalised results.
How to use Smart Charge charge points
Tap to pay - pay for your charge using a debit or credit card, including contactless including Apple Pay or Google Pay
- Start your charge - plug your vehicle in to get started. CCS2 connectors are available at all of our charging hubs and most of them also offer CHAdeMO connectors.
- Get on the move in no time - stop your charge when you’re ready and get going by pressing STOP on the charger screen. Smart Charge150kW chargers can provide up to 80% charge in as little as 30 minutes.
Where are Smart Charge charge points located?
Smart Charge points can be found in Sainsbury's supermarket car parks, and can be found on Zapmap by using the network filter. This can be used on the desktop and mobile apps, and displays only those points operated by Smart Charge.
Charging types and speeds can be filtered too, showing only those points that are compatible with users’ cars.
Select 'Filters' -> 'Networks' -> 'Smart Charge' to view only Smart Charge charge points.
Contact Details
Customer services: 0345 850 5247
Further help and information can be found on the Smart Charge website.
How does Smart Charge compare to other networks in terms of pricing?
Zapmap monitors the prices of charging on the public network and reports on the prices charged by the top 10* rapid charging networks. The prices are updated on a monthly basis here: Rapid Charging: Top 10 Network Pricing
The price to charge an electric vehicle (EV) on the public charging network can vary substantively, and prices are increasing due to current issues in the energy market.
Updated on a monthly basis, the Zapmap Price Index shows the difference in prices paid depending on the type of charger and will also track how this is changing over time.
About Smart Charge
Its 150kW charging bays can be found in the car parks of Sainsbury's supermarkets. They allow drivers to fully charge their vehicle in as little as 30 minutes. They’re powered by the same 100% renewable energy that powers the Sainsbury's estate.
Drivers can Collect Nectar points with Smart Charge by following these steps when they charge:
- Once you’ve tapped to pay and plugged in your car, scan the follow on mobile QR code on the charger screen.
Tap ‘add Nectar card number’ and enter your Nectar card number, this can be found either on your card or in your Nectar app (just tap the card icon and you’ll be able to copy & paste your number).
