Octopus Intelligent is a smart energy tariff designed for EV drivers. It enables automated charging at off-peak rates, helping you save money while ensuring your car is ready when you need it. This isn't necessarily at off peak times as Octopus control when your car charges based on the overal grid demand.
Once connected, Octopus Intelligent controls your charger via their app and schedules charging based on your chosen departure time.
Requirements for Octopus Intelligent
Stable Internet Connection
Your charger must stay online for Octopus to manage charging schedules.
If your Wi-Fi is weak near the charger:
Move your router closer
Use Wi-Fi boosters or extenders
Our Wi-Fi Setup guide is available below:
Compatible Hardware Version (V2 or V3)
Octopus Intelligent uses OCPP (a smart charging protocol).
Only V2 and V3 Simpson & Partners chargers support this.
If your charger is a V1 model, this will require an hardware update.
Latest Firmware Installed
Firmware updates occur automatically when connected to the internet.
To trigger an update:
Restart the charger
The status light will flash purple during an update
Check your firmware version:
Open the Simpson & Partners app
Go to Settings > Info > Firmware Version
More info is available in the support documentation under “Firmware Release Notes”
How to Set Up Octopus Intelligent
Follow these steps once your charger is online and your car is plugged in:
Open the Octopus app
Go to: Devices → Add Electric Vehicle → Select I’m Plugged In
Choose your car from the dropdown list
Select your Simpson & Partners charger model
Choose Connect via my charger
Agree to the terms and conditions, then tap Agree and Connect
Enter the serial number (find this in the Simpson & Partners app)
Enter the PIN number (also in the app)
Tap Allow Access
Once setup is complete, Octopus Intelligent will take over scheduling. No manual charging times are needed.
Summary
Connecting your Simpson & Partners charger to Octopus Intelligent enables:
Automated off-peak charging
Lower energy costs
Smart scheduling through the Octopus app
Just make sure your charger:
Is a V2 or V3
Has the latest firmware
Stays connected to the internet
You'll then enjoy the full benefits of smart, worry-free charging.
