PlugStream 7 Family
Both PlugStream 7 variants use the same smart charging platform, installer-ready hardware, and software-led control. The real decision is how the charging bay is used each day: choose PlugStream 7S for flexibility or PlugStream 7T for tethered convenience.
PlugStream 7S
Socketed Type 2
Socketed 7.4kW charging with flexible cable choice for homes, shared bays, and mixed-driver properties.
PlugStream 7T
Tethered 7m Type 2 cable
Tethered 7.4kW charging with an always-ready 7m cable for faster everyday plug-in and departure.
Decision Page
The big choice is not whether the charger is capable. It is whether the bay needs socketed flexibility or a permanently attached cable for routine daily use.
The socketed model works well for shared driveways, visitor charging, apartment bays, and sites where the preferred cable may change over time.
The tethered model suits dedicated home bays where the same driver plugs in regularly and wants the cable ready at the point of use.
If the property has three-phase power or the project needs faster charging for higher-demand use, the PlugStream 22 family is the next step up.
Variant Comparison
Both chargers share the same PlugStream foundation. The matrix below focuses on the practical differences that matter when a buyer is trying to choose confidently.
| Compare | PlugStream 7S | PlugStream 7T |
|---|---|---|
| Power output | 7.4kW AC | 7.4kW AC |
| Connector format | Socketed Type 2 | Tethered 7m Type 2 cable |
| Cable approach | Bring the cable that suits the driver, vehicle, or site. | Integrated 7m tethered cable ready at the charger. |
| Best fit | Homes, shared bays, mixed-driver households | Dedicated home bays and routine daily charging |
| Daily routine | Best for households or sites where cable flexibility matters more than a permanently attached lead. | Best for repeat daily charging where one driver uses the same bay most of the time. |
| Shared-use suitability | Strong fit for shared bays, visitors, mixed-driver parking, and future vehicle changes. | Best for dedicated-use bays where speed of plug-in matters more than cable flexibility. |
| Dimensions | 270 (H) x 190 (W) x 100 (D) | 270 (H) x 190 (W) x 80 (D) |
| Mounting | Wall mounted as standard; pole mount available separately | Wall mounted as standard; pole mount available separately |
| Front cover colours | Black, Red, Grey, Green | Black, Red, Grey, Green |
| Material | PC / ASA-CF | PC / ASA-CF |
| Warranty path | 3 years standard, extended to 5 years with installer activation. | 3 years standard, with the same extended support path through installer activation. |
| Price | £599 inc VAT | £649 inc VAT |
| Datasheet | View datasheet | View datasheet |
Shared Capabilities
The decision between 7S and 7T is about format and routine, not losing access to the smarter parts of the PlugStream platform.
Both variants support app control, smart tariff scheduling, solar-aware charging behaviour, and over-the-air updates.
Both models use the same PlugStream approach to safety, connectivity, and commissioning, including built-in PEN protection and integral 6mA DC detection.
Both chargers are OCPP-ready and designed to stay flexible as PlugStream Cloud, app workflows, and future service layers continue to develop.
Choose PlugStream 7S if more than one driver may use the charger, if the cable may change, or if you want a tidier socketed finish between charging sessions. Choose PlugStream 7T if one vehicle uses the same bay every day and the easiest possible plug-in routine matters most.
Common Questions
Key answers for homeowners, installers, and project teams comparing the socketed and tethered variants.
Both are smart 7.4kW single-phase chargers on the same PlugStream software platform. The main difference is the connector format: 7S is socketed, while 7T includes an integrated 7m tethered cable.
Yes. Both variants support app control, tariff-aware scheduling, solar-aware charging, and over-the-air software updates.
PlugStream 7S is usually the better fit because drivers can bring the cable that matches their vehicle or parking setup.
PlugStream 7T is designed for that routine. The tethered lead keeps the charger ready every day and helps shorten the plug-in process.