I think the 3.0 updates were mainly needed to get increased functionality in talking to the grid, enabling their deal with Octopus. Apparently the charger is going to be compatible with their intelligent tariffs from q3 2024, and 2.0 is going to take until late q4 2024 before it’s can support Octopus’ tariffs. Also I understand Octopus have additional requirements for talking to the grid to understand local grid demand, which is not beneficial to the customer other than being a requirement for Octopus’ to bring hypervolt into the fold as a company. I imagine that’s why the 3.0 was needed. In terms of added benefit to the end user/installer, agree there’s no real difference

This is probably my favourite electrical channel currently. Real work and a genuine spark who know what he’s doing. ❤

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

That’s really nice to hear, thank you so much 👍👍

I’m a retired electrician and like to keep up to date with the industry, I know I can rely on your knowledge and credibility which I definitely cannot do with a lot of ‘influencers’, KZread for some, is getting like the Truman Show with so many product placements, I’m just waiting for them the advertise the coffee they drink. Keep up the great content and stay true to yourself 👍

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

Thank you and I will do 👍👍

I think AA have sold their soul. The sponsorship speil is annoying at best. All those power tools arriving constantly - “oh I forgot about those. Where shall we put them all?” We aren’t sponsored though we just love buying great products. He then complains times are tough.

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

Yep well sold. The content is less and less enjoyable now, thank you for watching my video though!! Appreciated!! 👍

You are an actual real artisan sir!

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

Thank you sir

Totally agree on all points. Installed my first Pro at the Weekend and one of the Holster fixing holes broke! The plastic seems brittle. Also you now have to drill your own hole for the gland and use your own

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

I did record about the gland but missed it out when editing!! That’s shocking about the holster!!

Jesus buddy!! My heart shot into my mouth when I saw you was about to test the IK rating with a nailgun 🤣🤣 Good to see some straight forward honest creators still out there.

@sotaelectrical

3 ай бұрын

Thank you sir

I have got the version 3 Hypervolt and as you said must of the changes are not realy needed. As you said the WIFI connection on the older version 3 was flakey, so I hard wired mine. Th eonly comment I had on the old one was, I thought the connections for the mains in and charge out are not very solid. But it is working fine and now they have updated the app, scheduling works better with the different modes. Great videos, cheers

@sotaelectrical

Ай бұрын

Thank you for watching 👍👍

Great video mate 👍 always good to see honest opinions and reviews

@sotaelectrical

4 ай бұрын

Thank you mate 👍

A great honest channel love it 👍👍

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

Thank you

Thank you. I'm not a spark, but I have a Hypervolt 3 and I commented on another video that the only difference seemed to be the case. To me, the internal electronics looked the same too, although I've only been in there once to adjust the load limiting after the DNO gave me a new fuse. I got a reply about an updated version 5 app that will have new features. Perhaps they'll let me see more of the telemetry that they collect, such as supply voltage.

@taylorthrall7321

8 ай бұрын

Would you recommend this EV Charger as I'm looking to buy an EV Charger for my home. Thanks.

@mrhumbug5353

8 ай бұрын

@@taylorthrall7321 I haven't got anything to compare it to, as I've only used the one charger. It has load limiting, which the DNO required for the initial installation. The manual says it has solar integration, but I don't have solar to integrate it with. The fancy light show is, in my opinion, a silly gimmick. If I tell it the price of electricity then the app tells me what it costs me to charge. I like the ability to use the app to disable the charger. It would be nice if it could integrate with the Octopus charge anytime tariff. It charges my car without any difficulty. You can install the app on more than one phone and control the charge point from any of them. You can set charging schedules. In summary, it works for my quite basic use case

Do you have to use the app or can you access it from a web page on your laptop?

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

As far as I’m aware the app only

Great content as usual from yourself. Top job 👏

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

Thank you

Wow, I just watched that video in question. Great content.

@sotaelectrical

Ай бұрын

Thank you 👍👍

Does that mounting bracket have to rear entry marked on it … or they made it some more guess work to get it all lined up… watched the same vid about the new model ,thought the same when I seen its packaged for install speed and first thing out the box was the front cover 😂

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

They have a hole in the bracket for the rear entry, the bracket is completely unnecessary if I’m honest, it is absolutely not quicker than the old charger, packaging … 😂😂

I'd argue the internals do matter to client and you as a spark if the quality has improved and made it more reliable, obvious improvement I can see is no FAN!

Totally agree that some have lost all credibility. Having watched this video and it’s lack of positivity, I’m left with the feeling that the Hypervolt 3 I’m having installed next week is not worth the extra £50 and may be a bad choice?

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

The HyperVolt is still a really good choice, and I’m not saying improvements have not been made, I was trying to highlight that all the ‘new’ features that were advertised are not necessarily new and the fact I am fed up of sponsored video lies because I know people go on KZread to find out information and I just want to upload genuine honest content that people will find useful. So honestly it is a good charger and I am going to continue to install them. Thanks for watching!! 👍👍

@glyn3548

9 ай бұрын

Phew, thanks for that. Subscribed.

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

@@glyn3548 thank you, hope you like your new charger!! Have a good weekend 👍

Does the IP66 rating cover beers placed on top of the charger whilst it’s in party mode and one is throwing a party? If so then in that case this sounds like a worthy upgrade indeed. I jest of course. Very shitty indeed to just retire one SKU replacing it with a new higher priced one and with no notice.

where are you based? i live in Birmingham.would you install a myenergy zappi in Birmingham? i have solar panels. i need to contact my service provider to see if my mains supply cable is powerful enough as ive just seen a warning video where a bloke had to have his drive dug up after charger install as his provider said mains supply wasnt up to code

@sotaelectrical

4 ай бұрын

I’m based in Portsmouth, I would come and do it for you but I won’t be able to compete with the local guys because of additional travelling/tike cost - would rather be transparent with you

Just done some quick maths on the ik10 rating: If i reverse a Ford Fiesta into the chargerat 0.4 mph or less then the charger would survive. Glad they added that 'feature' 🤦‍♂

I’ve had a Hypervolt 3 EV charger installed back in July, there was no mention of pro, is this “Home Pro” version any different?

@sotaelectrical

8 ай бұрын

Not really, I wouldn’t say there was any benefit to it really at all.

@taylorthrall7321

8 ай бұрын

Would you recommend this EV Charger as I'm looking to buy an EV Charger for my home. Thanks.

@sotaelectrical

8 ай бұрын

@@taylorthrall7321 yes absolutely it is highly up there on my recommendation list

Another brilliant video.

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

A fella I know jet washed his car and blasted his EV Charger. I received a call. Maybe a higher IP rating would have prevented my journey to his house. The install looked ok, although the electrician didn't return to fault find. Like your uploads and concede to your knowledge in this area, as I'm predominantly commercial and industrial. Just saying a charger on a drive way is liable to get sprayed, like the dude I know illustrated ✌

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comments, that may have saved the day in that certain case! ✌️✌️

Not being scared to tread on some toes and telling people what they are really getting. Regardless nice work again keep them videos rolling 💪🏻👍

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

Not scared or worried at all, honesty is key, and thank you for your comments, much appreciated 👍👍

Installed my first pro last week i agree with what you said. I didnt find it any easier to install if anything it took me longer switching screwdriver bits (small thing but annoying!) Pretty much felt the same charger other than it cost more.

@sotaelectrical

5 ай бұрын

Completely agree mate 👍👍

Very good mate keep it up 👍🏻 just on my second year as an apprentice and want to look at car chargers and this was great

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

Thank you, any help you need give me a shout

@benbuchan1692

9 ай бұрын

@@sotaelectrical thanks mate do you always have to run ev ultra to a charger or can it just be a normal armoured if you don’t wish to have the extra data

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

@@benbuchan1692 I always run an EV Ultra incase they change it in the future and the new charger requires the CAT5, also handy for a hard wired internet connection if WiFi is poor

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Great watch as usual, with my Hypervault I wrap the cable around anti clockwise I believe it looks better to the holder, give it a try and let me know if you think it’s neater that way.

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

I tried both ways and both were not great, it doesn’t fall as well as the previous model

@taylorthrall7321

8 ай бұрын

Would you recommend this EV Charger as I'm looking to buy an EV Charger for my home. Thanks.

@kingsaf3998

8 ай бұрын

@@taylorthrall7321 definitely I have had mine now about 6 months and never had a problem. The App is so easy to use. Also the RGB lighting is insane.

@sotaelectrical

8 ай бұрын

@@taylorthrall7321 yes it’s excellent

@taylorthrall7321

8 ай бұрын

@@sotaelectrical I'm looking for an EV Charger with a long 10M cable, is this the best there is Does having this longer cable mean I don't charge as fast

What's the warranty like, do they make you jump through hoops?

@sotaelectrical

2 ай бұрын

Personally my experience is the warranty side has been smooth 👍👍

I'm purchasing an EV and now looking into the chargers, but there is a lot of choice. Can you let me know which one i should go for please. I just need one that lives outside and can schedule charging after midnight for my EV tariff . Cheers!

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

They can all live outside and they all offer scheduling, if you have solar, go for the Zappi, if you have a long driveway go for the HyperVolt - can get a 10m tethered lead, if you want one that looks nice go for the Simpson & Partners, if your supplier is OVO energy, you have to have the Ohme or Indra, if you just want a cheap charger that works go for the EVEC.

@jggard1372

9 ай бұрын

@sotaelectrical the S&P ones look nice, thanks for the suggestion. Other than cosmetic, is there any reason to choose a tethered over untethered models?

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

@@jggard1372 just personal preference really

@davidparry2301

9 ай бұрын

@@sotaelectrical why do you say go for the ohme if OVO Is your supplier? Is it to do with preferential tariffs or functionality or something else

Great video. As others have hinted, I strongly suspect I know the video your referencing. Wall bracket at the bottom, how does that make any sense? Keep up the great work. 😊 I'm gonna got throw flour at a charger and hit it with a hammer. 😂 x

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

🤣🤣 please make a video x

@johnavery15

9 ай бұрын

That throwing of flour was absolutely cringeworthy.

@LacerationVX

8 ай бұрын

Isn't the wall bracket on a little cardboard cutout that you can pull out first from the side? Swear I've seen that.

@sotaelectrical

8 ай бұрын

@@LacerationVX I believe the packaging has changed since I made this video, il make another video if it’s changed next time I install one.

@sotaelectrical

8 ай бұрын

@@johnavery15 really really cringe

Is there any way I can tell my Hypervolt 2 not to charge beyond 80% ?

@sotaelectrical

7 ай бұрын

You need to set the parameters on your car to 80%, that will do it 👍

A job jor-dan, sorry, well done! Typo😊

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

😂😂 thank you

So which video are you referring to?😂

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

If you know, you know 🤣

@omelectrical_

9 ай бұрын

Love this video mate, made me laugh a few times keep it up 🤛

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

@@omelectrical_ thank you mate 👊

@MichaelRubenzer

9 ай бұрын

@@sotaelectrical 😂😂😂😂😂😂. Did you jump on it and spray i with water too😉

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

@@MichaelRubenzer I have no idea what you are talking about mate 😉🤣🤣🤣

Eye protection on when using those fixing tools please. Please!

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

I thought I had them on!! My bad

@billdoodson4232

9 ай бұрын

@@sotaelectrical I use prescription safety glasses anyway, so not so difficult for me. But I'd normally use a face visor when using a nail gun or angle grinder as well. I'm ugly enough without having a cutoff disk shaped scar as well.

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

@@billdoodson4232 il take that on board, next time we will see eye protection, hope you have a nice evening sir 👍

I’m sorry but I feel you already wanted to down play this charger before you even started to video it, nothing made you happy, you seem to like a good moan, not for me. PS I have the Hypervolt 3 Pro and more than happy.

@sotaelectrical

2 ай бұрын

Hi, the Hypervolt is a good charger, I think you missed the point of the video if I’m honest, sorry you didn’t enjoy it, all the best.

The "plastic" if rated to IK10, is almost certainly Fiber-Reinforced Nylon or ABS which is as Strong as Aluminium... The simple knock test is not sufficient here and you are then introducing opinion into a supposedly unbiased review... 🙄

@sotaelectrical

7 ай бұрын

I’m sure you can appreciate this is a customer charger so I do not have the option to see what it actually takes to damage it, it is unbiased in the way that it’s my opinion, I’m not getting paid like other guys on here to promote products, it’s difficult to please everyone and your the difficult one to please in this case.

@goober-ll1wx

7 ай бұрын

@@sotaelectrical sure, but also if something says it's IK10 rated you do not need to test it. As it has already been tested for you, that is the point of this kind of standard, no opinions are required. If you had tested it against the IK10 standard and it failed then you might have something to talk about...

You lost me when, as an electrician, you referred to LEDs and 'neons'. Sorry.

What’s with all the jumpy editing? Do you need a new camera?

@kobirelf97

9 ай бұрын

Called jump cuts it's when people don't know how to cut and slice videos

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

I’m not a pro editor I’m afraid, sorry about that

@kobirelf97

9 ай бұрын

@@sotaelectrical that's ok u did your best great video anyway

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

@@kobirelf97 thank you

@TooMuchInfoSir

9 ай бұрын

Just what happens when you don’t have a script, its just organic talking, then trimmed in editing for refinement. Only way around that would be B roll to merge the audio with the cuts, but generally doesn’t bother me. Its part of the content style. Good work as always Sota!

I always dislike and leave sponsored videos or what I feel are sponsored

Long ass intro

Good review, a manufacturer once told me how much it costs to get a certain influencer to do a sponsored video, which makes it the best charger ever, until the following week when there is a new best charger ever etc... It might be worth the extra cost just for the hopefully improved internet connectivity though, or were you just lucky on the day

@sotaelectrical

9 ай бұрын

I can only imagine how much certain people get paid, not sure, I am installing another one next week so I will let you know how that one goes

@katrinabryce

9 ай бұрын

If they upgraded the Wifi chip from for example Wifi 5 to Wifi 6, then that would improve the range.