Smart #1 EV charger: which one suits you best?
The Smart #1 accepts up to 22 kW AC at home and has a usable battery of 62 kWh. That puts it at the top end for home charging. With the right charger it is full again well before morning. The fastest charger is not automatically the best choice, because your fuse box usually decides what is realistic. Driving the entry version? Then read the Smart #1 Pro EV charger page, because that version charges more slowly. All versions sit together on our overview of smart EV chargers.
For the Smart #1 we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Smart #1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Usable battery capacity | 62 kWh |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 22 kW |
| Range (WLTP) | around 440 km |
| Charging time with an 11 kW EV charger | approx. 5.5 hours |
| Charging time with a 22 kW EV charger | approx. 3 hours |
| Charging connector | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| DC fast charging | up to 150 kW |
Which EV charger suits the Smart #1?
Because the Smart #1 charges at up to 22 kW AC, a 22 kW charger is technically an option. In practice you rarely need one. A 22 kW connection asks for a heavy fuse box with high fixed grid costs. An 11 kW charger still fills the car overnight. For most homes 11 kW is the sensible choice.
Look for a built-in MID meter as well. That is a calibrated kWh meter, so it records exactly how much power you charge at home. You then see what charging costs you, separately from the rest of your household use. In our range that meter starts at 11 kW, which is another reason to land on that power level.
You can compare all 11 kW EV chargers here. Does your fuse box allow more? Then look at the 22 kW EV chargers. Models with a calibrated meter sit together under EV chargers with a MID meter. The Smart #1 uses a Type 2 port, so a socket model needs a Type 2 charging cable.
How long does the Smart #1 take to charge?
You work out the charging time by dividing the battery capacity by the charging power. With a usable 62 kWh that gives a clear picture. An 11 kW charger fills the battery in around 5.5 hours, enough time between dinner and the morning. With a heavy connection and a 22 kW charger you are looking at roughly 3 hours. Plug in during the evening and the difference barely matters, because you drive off with a full battery either way.
Have your EV charger installed safely
The choice between single-phase and three-phase depends on your fuse box. For 11 or 22 kW you need a three-phase connection. We always advise having the connection done by a qualified electrician, which is safer and matters for your insurance. Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. In the Netherlands and Flemish Belgium you order it with the charger, and in Germany it runs through a free quote. Outside those three countries we ship worldwide, but the installation is yours to arrange locally.
Other versions of the Smart #1
Wallbox Discounter also has charging information for the other version of the Smart #1:
- Smart #1 Pro, the entry version with a smaller battery and lower AC charging power
Frequently asked questions
Does the Smart #1 need a three-phase connection?
To use the full 22 kW AC you need a three-phase connection. An 11 kW charger also runs on three phases. With single-phase only, the Smart #1 charges at up to 7.4 kW, which is still fine for daily use.
Why does a MID meter matter for the Smart #1?
A MID meter records your charging sessions on a calibrated basis. That tells you exactly what home charging costs you, apart from your household consumption. Without it, your charging simply disappears into the total on your energy bill. The lowest power level with a calibrated meter in our range is 11 kW.