Best EV Charging Accessories UK 2026
Home wallbox installers (Ohme, Hypervolt, Pod Point, Wallbox) handle the hardware, but you still need a kit of accessories: a 3-pin granny charger for emergencies away from home, a Type 2 cable for public AC chargers, a tidy holster for your wall, and adapters if you've imported a US-spec EV. Five Amazon-buyable essentials below — see our installer roundup for the wallbox itself.
Why it matters
Most home charger installers won't supply a granny lead or spare Type 2 cable — those are aftermarket and cost £50-150. The right granny charger for emergencies, a long enough Type 2 cable for public bays, and a wall holster that doesn't strip the cable's insulation are practical-but-overlooked purchases for every UK EV owner.
How we chose
- BS-EN-IEC 62196 compliance for any Type 2 cable
- True-rated amperage (cheap cables overstate — only buy 32A-stamped)
- Granny chargers with adjustable amp settings (10A for old wiring, 13A for new)
- Reviewer feedback on UK use specifically (not US/EU imports)
Our picks
EzGoGo 3-Pin Granny Charger (Type 2, 13A)
Adjustable amperage 6/8/10/13A — set lower for old wiring, higher for new circuits. 5m cable, Type 2 connector. Emergency charge from a standard UK 3-pin socket.
Best for: Backup charging away from home, or for second-home use.
Check latest price on Amazon UKGONEO Type 2 EV Charging Cable (32A, 5m)
7.2kW Mode 3 Type 2 to Type 2, IEC 62196 compliant. 5m gives reach to public AC chargers when the post is 4m from your parking bay. Carry-bag included.
Best for: Public AC chargers (untethered bays).
Check latest price on Amazon UKType 2 EV Charger Cable Holster
Wall-mount cable organiser for your home charging cable. Keeps the connector off the floor (prevents water ingress) and looks tidier than a coiled cable hanging from the wallbox.
Best for: Home garages and driveway wallbox installs.
Check latest price on Amazon UKWaterproof Outdoor Socket Cover
Rustproof stainless socket cover for outdoor charging-related sockets (or any outdoor socket). IP-rated to keep weather and dust out when not in use.
Best for: Driveways and exterior sockets exposed to weather.
Check latest price on Amazon UKType 1 to Type 2 EV Charging Adapter (J1772 to IEC62196)
Use older Type 1 (J1772) cables on a Type 2 vehicle, or vice versa. Useful if you've imported an EV or have legacy charging kit. 32A rated.
Best for: Owners of imported/older EVs needing cable compatibility.
Check latest price on Amazon UKOur verdict
Granny charger is the one item every UK EV owner should have — backup charging is invaluable when you can't get to a fast charger. Type 2 cable is needed for any public AC bay that isn't tethered. The holster + socket cover are quality-of-life upgrades. For the wallbox itself (Ohme, Hypervolt, Pod Point) see our [home EV charger installer guide](/home-ev-chargers/) — those aren't sold on Amazon.