Compare popular EV charging station providers in Thailand

For those who are going to switch to using an electric car but still don't know where the charging points are because they have never used an electric car and are not familiar with stopping at a gas station, today Exclusive Car Rental has compiled 5 electric car charging stations from automotive and energy companies with locations ready to provide services. We believe that all electric car users have experienced the problem of not being able to find an electric car charging station. Even if you find one, there is no space. Especially during long holidays, it is even harder to find an electric car charging point. For those who have plans to travel upcountry during long holidays and want to use the electric car charging station service in advance, where are they? Let's see.

Comparison table of 5 popular EV charging station providers in Thailand in 2024

company	How many electric charging stations are there	Price/unit
EA Anywhere	Total of 494 stations throughout Thailand	The service fee starts at 6.76 baht/unit Excluding service fees in some areas, based on the electricity cost of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand Reference from:https://www.eaanywhere.com/
MG Charging Station	More than 150 locations	Off Peak Period: Monday – Friday between 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM and Saturday – Sunday (24 hours) the service charge is 6.50 baht per kilowatt hour. On Peak Period: Monday - Friday between 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The service fee is 7.50 baht per kilowatt hour. Reference from: https://www.mgcars.com/th/innovation/ev/charging-station
PTTOR EV Station PluZ	More than 955 stations	Service fees consist of charging fees and advance booking fees (for customers who want to charge during the specified time period) - Charging fees are calculated based on the actual charging volume. The price is set according to the time of use (TOU): Peak period 7.7 baht per unit for Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. / Off-Peak period 6.0 baht per unit for Monday-Friday from 10:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., 00:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Saturday-Sunday, National Labor Day, Royal Ploughing Ceremony Day that falls on Saturday-Sunday, and normal public holidays (excluding compensatory holidays and special additional public holidays as resolved by the Cabinet) [Note: 1. The above prices are except for some commercial areas. 2. In the case of starting charging before 9:00 a.m. on January 15, 2023, the price changes and continues to charge across to the period of price adjustment. The system will calculate the service rate when you start charging in the application.] - Advance charging time reservation fee of 20 baht per time slot: Customers can choose to reserve a charging time in advance and charge within the first 5 minutes of the reserved time slot. / If the customer uses the service within the reserved time slot and at the reserved charging head, the system will refund the reservation fee as a discount on the charging fee in that reservation round. / If the customer uses the service for more than the first 5 minutes of the reserved time slot, the system will unlock the reservation for that time slot and give the right to Walk-in customers instead. (Note: 1. Customers who made a reservation can still charge in that time slot as Walk-in customers according to the queue. The system will still refund the reservation fee as a discount on the charging fee in that charging round. 2. If the customer does not use the service in the reserved time slot, OR reserves the right to refund the reservation fee that was made in advance. 3. If the charging fee of the reserved time slot is lower than the reservation fee, the company reserves the right to refund the remaining reservation fee.) Reference from:https://evstationpluz.pttor.com/
PEA VOLTA Charging Station	More than 417 stations	Latest Electricity Charge Rates PEA VOLTA electric vehicle charging stations of the Provincial Electricity Authority have announced the electric charging rates, effective from January 12, 2024, with the following details: - 25 kW electric charger, peak usage time Monday-Friday 09.00-22.00 hrs., price 6.90 baht per unit, off peak period Monday-Friday 22.00-09.00 hrs. and Saturday-Sunday, public holidays as usual, 24 hours a day, price 5.30 baht per unit. - 50 kW electric charger, Peak period price 7.40 baht per unit, Off Peak period price 5.70 baht per unit. - 120 kW electric charger, Peak period price 7.50 baht per unit, Off Peak period price 5.80 baht per unit. -300 kW and 360 kW electric chargers are priced at 8.80 baht per unit during peak periods and 6.60 baht per unit during off peak periods. The above prices include VAT. TOU period is as announced by the Provincial Electricity Authority. EA Electric Vehicle Charging Station EA Anywhere electric vehicle charging station of Mahanakorn Energy Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Energy Absolute Public Company Limited (EA), has announced an adjustment to the DC Charger service rate, starting at 7.29 baht, effective from January 1, 2024, in accordance with the resolution of the Energy Regulatory Commission, which increased the Ft rate from 0.2048 baht to 0.8955 baht. Reference from: https://www.pea.co.th
Evolt	More than 300 locations	EVOLT. Service fee: 8 baht/unit. Maximum power: 150kW. (The service fee of each station is different. You can check the additional service fee at the Evolt application.) Reference from: https://evolt.co.th/th/

*Information is subject to change.

5 electric vehicle charging station companies

1. EA Anywhere

However, the current figures for the number of charging stations and charging heads are likely to be higher. In July, EA, the provider of EV charging stations under the name EA Anywhere for over 5 years, revealed that it has opened over 490 stations with a total of 2,460 charging heads, including both Normal Charge and Ultra-Fast Charge stations. We are a provider of electric charging stations for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) and battery electric vehicles (BEV). Our charging stations are suitable for electric vehicles with type 2 sockets according to the Thai standard. EA Anywhere stations are mainly located in Bangkok. You can easily find stations from the EA Anywhere application on your mobile phone. The application will help you find and navigate to our charging stations. It can be downloaded via the App Store on iOS or Play Store on Android.

OUR EV CHARGER

3-phase AC charger provides faster charging than single-phase. Compared with DC charging station, it has advantages of less investment, small space and good quality. It is compatible with the latest EU standard communication protocol. Safe, automatic power cut off when hit or tilted more than 30 degrees, and report the problem to the authorities immediately. Reliable.

Designed for harsh environments such as ice and snow season under -30 degrees Celsius or desert heat up to 55 degrees Celsius. The main parts use industrial components with a lifespan of up to 15 years.

Energy saving

Low power consumption, only 3 watts when not in use, saving energy twice as much as similar products on the market.

OUR EV CHARGER

3 phase AC charger provides faster charging than single phase. Compared with DC charging station, it has the advantages of less investment, small space and good quality. It is compatible with the latest EU standard communication protocol.

Simple All our chargers are protected by metal case and high heat-resistant glass. They are the size of A4 paper. Simple but elegant, showing the quality from inside to outside. Smart, easy to find, book, charge and pay. Stable. Use Ip65 protection standard, which is higher than general industry standard. It can protect from UV, wind, sand, dust and sunlight.

Tel : 02-026-6133, 0-2002-3667-9
website :https://www.eaanywhere.com/

2. MG Charging Station

MG is committed to creating an electric vehicle ecosystem in Thailand by expanding the number of MG Super Charge charging stations, which continue with the plan that requires at least 1 fast charging station every 150 kilometers to enhance confidence in using electric vehicles to travel across provinces.

On the day that the electric vehicle market grows, MG is a brand that supports all aspects of usage. There are more than 129 charging stations covering the entire country and is the electric vehicle brand that has created the most DC Charging Stations in Thailand.

For MG electric vehicle users, MG has more than 129 electric vehicle charging stations nationwide. You must download the application and register before use. There is a Quick Charge service with a CCS charging head that can charge from 0-80% within 30 minutes. In the future, MG plans to build charging stations every 150 kilometers to give drivers peace of mind and confidence in every trip.

Tel : 1267
website:https://www.mgcars.com/th/innovation/ev/charging-station

3. PTTOR EV Station PluZ

EV Station PluZ is another alternative energy service that OR has brought to support consumer demand and the trend of electric vehicles that will increase in number in the near future. It started providing service with Normal Charge chargers with Type 2 charger heads according to the Thai standard, with a power of 7.4 kilowatts in 2018 and has increased charging efficiency to be faster, responding to short-distance travel, supporting main routes, important tourist attractions, covering all of Thailand, including commercial service areas both inside and outside PTT Stations with Quick Charge chargers with a power of over 50 kilowatts, 75 kilowatts, 120 kilowatts, and up to 160 kilowatts. There are more than 3 types of charger heads, including AC-Type 2, DC-CCS Combo 2, and DC-CHAdeMO, supporting the use of all brands of electric vehicles in Thailand through the EV Station PluZ application on iOS and Android operating systems, so that electric vehicle users can use it conveniently, quickly, and accurately. EV Station PluZ is ready to “plug in happiness, fulfill every route” for EV users and help preserve the environment, giving the world clean air. And continue to create a better quality of life

In addition to providing gas stations, PTT also provides PTTOR EV Station PluZ electric car charging stations nationwide, with more than 624 stations, both in Bangkok and other provinces, which are usually located inside gas stations. This is one of PTT's energy services to support changing energy needs. There are both Normal Charge and Quick Charge chargers available, supporting a variety of charging heads, including AC-Type 2, DC-CCS Combo 2, and DC-CHAdeMO, which can support charging of all brands of electric cars in Thailand. You can download the application to search for electric car charging stations.

Tel : 02-0619519
website:https://evstationpluz.pttor.com/#contact

4. PEA VOLTA Charging Station

PEA VOLTA is a charging station of the Provincial Electricity Authority, providing both AC and DC electric vehicle charging stations, totaling 244 stations nationwide, and aims to install 413 stations by 2023. It supports 3 types of charging heads: C-Type 2, DC-CCS Combo 2, and DC-CHAdeMO. Those who want to use the service can download the PEA VOLTA application to search for electric vehicle charging stations and make prepaid payments via the application, as well as check usage history and select available charging heads. Get to know PEA VOLTA, covering all of Thailand, confident charging on every route.
Electric vehicles today have better performance than combustion engine vehicles in every dimension, plus they are cheaper and have a wider variety of options. However, the only problem that makes users lack confidence is where to refuel if they have to use them for real travel in Thailand. PEA VOLTA is the answer for electric vehicle users in one stop, with convenient functions such as a map system to navigate to electric charging stations in the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) network. Users can manage electric charging, including topping up, controlling the charging machine, and paying for services quickly. PEA will continue to develop various functions to meet the needs of electric vehicle users more.
Charging an electric car with a 50 kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery, which costs 7.5489 baht per unit during peak hours, or 377.45 baht, while charging during off-peak hours costs 4.1663 baht per unit, or 208.31 baht (from 0-100%). It is expected that more people will use it in the future, especially personal cars. The EA VOLTA Platform is a digital platform for managing electric charging that PEA has developed to facilitate electric vehicle users, including operators of electric charging stations and other related services. With a commitment to promoting the use of electric vehicles in Thailand, electric vehicle users can currently use the PEA VOLTA Charging Station and pay for services via the PEA VOLTA application, which includes various convenient features. A single app that covers all charging issues.

Tel :1129 PEA Contact Center
website:https://www.pea.co.th/

5. evolt

evolt EV charging stations have more than 200 locations nationwide. You can search for charging stations and top up via the application. There are a variety of charging heads. You can search for the desired charging head via the application as well.

In addition to these 5 companies, there are many other EV charging station providers, including Elex by EGAT, BMW Charging Station, Charge+, MEA EV, ARUN+ and EVAT, allowing EV users to feel at ease and not have to worry about running out of battery in the middle of the road anymore.

Evolt, the provider of “Electric Vehicle Charging Stations”, is ready to connect every journey.

For the EV charging station service from Evolt, it is considered an important step in the EV industry by developing EV charging solutions that meet the needs and are the most comprehensive, especially the expansion of EV charging stations nationwide to cover in the future, starting from Bangkok and its vicinity, as well as selecting locations for installing EV charging stations in Thailand that have the potential to reach the lifestyles of modern people the most. Evolt, the leader in “Electric Vehicle Charging Stations” that are currently complete, has continuously developed and installed EV Charging Stations in Thailand by developing various solutions to cover all needs. To further develop and adjust various strategies to be appropriate With a team of experts And understand new technology That will help expand the installation of electric vehicle charging stations in Thailand as comprehensively as possible To support the growth of the electric vehicle market in the future One of them is the development of electric vehicle charging station solutions Along with Mobile Applications that support both iOS and Android systems Can allow electric vehicle users to track various information Including using electric vehicle charging stations nationwide easily Especially searching for electric vehicle charging points In various areas According to the closest locations, such as department stores And commercial areas

EVOLT. Service fee: 8 baht / unit Maximum power: 150kW.

Tel :02-114-7343
website:https://evolt.co.th/th/

Summary of electric charging station information

Currently, EVs or electric cars are increasingly popular because they help reduce fuel consumption and save money in your pocket. They are also clean energy that does not emit pollution and are part of helping reduce global warming. However, those who buy electric cars are still concerned about driving long distances or worrying about whether the battery will run out or whether there will be charging stations along the way. Therefore, planning a trip and checking electric car stations are very important and necessary. It will help facilitate drivers as follows:

• Helps electric car drivers to charge their batteries conveniently and quickly. Most charging stations are located on main roads, making it easy to stop at charging stations without having to drive off the route.

• Reduces the risk that electric car drivers will run out of battery in the middle of the road. If there is a charging plan, it will allow us to drive to our destination comfortably by stopping to charge only a few times, no different from refueling.

• Encourage people to use electric cars more. It reduces concerns about the battery running out along the way when having to travel long distances or not charging to full capacity at home.

• Helps reduce air pollution and the environment. Having an electric car charging station will help build confidence for those who want to buy an electric car. As more users use it, it will help reduce pollution and be more environmentally friendly.