Should you choose a home charging station with or without cable?

A charging station with a fixed cable is easier to use because you do not need to connect a cable, which saves an extra step, and time, when charging. There is also no risk of losing or forgetting the cable.

Another important argument to consider is cost. Chargers with cable are about 20 percent more expensive than universal chargers because of the 5 or 7.5 metre long cable.

With a cabled charger you can park your car tight to the wall in the garage, you don't have to take a cable out of your boot. They offer more convenience, but they look a little less tidy. On the other hand, the cable fitted to this charger may be of higher quality than the one supplied with your car.