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Smart Charge

Smart Charge is an electric vehicle charging brand in the United Kingdom, owned by Sainsbury's, offering ultra-rapid 150kW charging hubs.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

Smart Charge is an electric car charging brand in the United Kingdom, owned by Sainsbury's. Its charging hubs offer ultra-rapid 150kW charging, with CCS2 connectors available at all hubs and CHAdeMO connectors at most. Charging is paid for via simple contactless payments at 79p per kWh, with no subscription or app required, and the service uses 100% renewable energy. Users can collect 1x Nectar point for every £1 spent.

History

Smart Charge is an electric car charging brand in the United Kingdom, owned by Sainsbury's. Its charging hubs provide ultra-rapid 150kW charging, with CCS2 connectors available at all hubs and CHAdeMO connectors at most. Charging costs 79p per kWh and is paid via contactless debit or credit card, with no subscription or app required. The service uses 100% renewable energy, and users earn 1x Nectar point for every £1 spent.

Products and positioning

Simple, speedy, smart ultra-rapid EV charging powered by Sainsbury's, with no subscription or app required.

  • Ultra-rapid 150kW EV charging

    150kW chargers that can provide up to 80% charge in as little as 30 minutes, with CCS2 connectors at all hubs and CHAdeMO at most.

  • Contactless payment charging

    Pay for your charge using a debit or credit card, including contactless, for just 79p per kWh, with no subscription or app required.

  • Nectar points rewards

    Get 1x Nectar point for every £1 spent on charging.

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