Octopus Electroverse Review
Best overall free charging card with the widest coverage
Pricing: Pay network prices (5-8% off for Octopus Energy customers)
Full Review
Octopus Electroverse is the most popular EV charging card in the UK, and for good reason. It gives you access to over 950 charging networks and more than 1 million chargepoints across the UK and Europe — all from a single free RFID card and app. There is no monthly fee, no sign-up cost, and no commitment. You simply pay the network price whenever you charge. If you are an Octopus Energy customer, you automatically receive a 5-8% discount on every charge, making it even more compelling. The app shows real-time charger availability, pricing, and lets you start/stop sessions. The RFID card is especially useful at chargers that do not have contactless readers. Electroverse has quickly become the default recommendation for any UK EV driver who wants one card that works almost everywhere.
Pros
Completely free — no monthly fee or sign-up cost
Massive network coverage with 950+ networks and 1M+ chargers
Free RFID card posted to your door
5-8% discount for Octopus Energy customers
Works across Europe, not just the UK
Simple, clean app with real-time charger availability
Cons
Pricing varies by network — not always the cheapest rate
Discount only for Octopus Energy customers
No subscription tier for deeper discounts
Some networks may have slightly higher prices via Electroverse than direct
Our Verdict
Best overall free charging card with the widest coverage. Rated 4.8/5.
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Go to Website →Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. There is no monthly fee, no sign-up fee, and the RFID card is posted to you for free. You only pay for the electricity you use, at the network's standard rate.
No. Anyone can use Electroverse for free. However, Octopus Energy customers receive an automatic 5-8% discount on every charging session.
Yes. Electroverse covers 950+ networks across the UK and Europe, making it excellent for cross-Channel trips and European road trips.
Absolutely. The card is free and works at chargers that don't accept contactless payment. It's a simple tap-and-charge solution that's faster than using an app at many chargepoints.