GeniePoint
Budget-conscious drivers in areas with GeniePoint coverage
Speeds: Rapid (50kW), Ultra-rapid (up to 150kW)
Coverage: England and Wales — car parks, retail locations, service stations
Overview
GeniePoint operates over 1,200 rapid and ultra-rapid chargers across England and Wales. At 57p/kWh, their pricing is competitive, sitting below many larger networks. GeniePoint has good compatibility with roaming cards — you can access their chargers via Electroverse and other aggregators, making them a useful part of a multi-network charging strategy. The network has faced some reliability criticism in the past, but has been investing in upgrades and new hardware. Locations include car parks, retail centres, and service stations.
Pros
Competitive pricing at 57p/kWh
Good roaming card compatibility (Electroverse, etc.)
Contactless payment available
Decent coverage across England and Wales
Cons
Reliability has been inconsistent historically
Older charger hardware at some locations
Smaller network than major competitors
Limited ultra-rapid availability
Best For
Budget-conscious drivers in areas with GeniePoint coverage. Rated 3.8/5.
Frequently Asked Questions
GeniePoint charges 57p/kWh, which is competitive compared to most rapid charging networks. This applies to both contactless and app-based payments.
GeniePoint has improved its reliability in recent years, but some older chargers can still be inconsistent. Checking Zapmap for live status reports before visiting is recommended.
Yes. GeniePoint chargers are accessible via Electroverse, making them available to the millions of Electroverse users at competitive rates.