Masterplug’s Type 2 tethered home charger sits in the brand’s domestic power range and goes up against the usual wallbox names for simple, no-nonsense home charging. The headline here is the 7.4kW output: it’s the common “fast” single-phase rate for UK homes, so it can add meaningful range overnight without the complexity (or cost) of three-phase kit. Being tethered means the cable is attached, so you’re not fetching a separate lead from the boot every time.

Who suits a 7.4kW tethered charger?

If your car supports 7kW AC charging and you’ve got off-street parking, this is the set-and-forget approach. The 5m cable is a key decision point — long enough for many driveways, but measure if your charge port sits far from where the unit will be mounted.

• 7.4kW charging: typical UK home “fast” rate on a dedicated circuit.
• Type 2 connector: the standard for most modern EVs and PHEVs.
• 5m tethered cable: quicker plug-ins, but less flexible than a longer lead.