voltshare

EV charging for hospitality venues and schools

voltshare supplies and installs electric vehicle charging points aimed at destination venues and educational settings. Its offer combines the charging hardware, a management platform and ongoing support, with the stated aim of helping venues generate revenue and improve sustainability. The company presents itself as an alternative to conventional charging arrangements through a pay-as-you-go model that avoids contracts, leases and fixed monthly fees.

Charging hardware and installation options

The catalogue includes 7kW single-phase and 22kW three-phase chargers, available in tethered or untethered configurations. voltshare indicates that the 7kW option is suited to B&Bs and hotels, while the 22kW unit is positioned for venues with shorter dwell times. Installation can be handled by one of its authorised installers or by the customer’s own electrician, with manuals provided in the latter case. The chargers can be wall-mounted or pedestal-mounted, depending on the parking space.

Pricing and revenue model

voltshare operates on a pay-as-you-go basis and states that it charges a 15% commission per successful transaction, with no subscription or fixed monthly fee. The published unit prices are £1,250 excluding VAT for the 7kW single-phase charger and £1,550 excluding VAT for the 22kW three-phase charger, both including standard installation and not including any grants. A bespoke pricing option is available for multi-venue groups. The company also states that purchasers retain full ownership of the charger after purchase and keep the majority of the revenue.

Management platform and driver experience

Venue owners can monitor chargers, set prices, check income and view charging sessions remotely through the voltshare app and site owner portal. The app supports tiered staff pricing, secure site access codes to restrict use to guests, and the option to appear or not on the voltshare map. Drivers can start a charge by scanning the QR code on the charger or by using the voltshare mobile app. The company provides 24/7 driver support and lifetime 4G data connectivity with its chargers.

Environmental initiative

voltshare states that it plants one tree per charger installed through Tree-Nation, which it equates to 400 kg of CO2 offset per charger.

Case studies

The company cites several installations to illustrate results. A local sports club in Bromley installed two 22kW chargers and, according to voltshare, has recovered its original investment and is estimated to generate more than £6,000 annually from the existing chargers. A hotel group in Berkshire with venues in Hertfordshire and Bedford installed six chargers and is estimated to generate more than £8,000 annually, excluding wet sales or new bookings. A pub group installed two 7kW chargers at a single site and later expanded to other pubs, with an estimated annual revenue of more than £6,000. voltshare reports payback times ranging from around five months to ten months in these examples.

Warranty and technical considerations

Chargers carry a three-year warranty against manufacturing defects. voltshare advises against charging guests via standard wall sockets, citing fire risk, and notes that dedicated chargers can reduce charging time from more than 16 hours to between 2.5 and 4 hours. It also points out that public charge points over 8kW installed after November 2024, and all 50kW+ public charge points, need to offer contactless payment, and invites venues to check whether a contactless terminal is required.

Customer feedback

The website displays a service rating of 4.8 stars in one section and 4.9 stars in another, alongside testimonials from installers and venue owners. The company notes that some reviews have been edited for length or clarity.