The Zaptec Go 2 is the current home wallbox from the Norwegian manufacturer Zaptec: up to 22 kW three-phase, integrated MID meter for accurate billing, automatic phase switching for charging with solar surplus and a load management system that coordinates multiple boxes in the apartment building. It is one of the most sought-after wallboxes in Switzerland. We install it in the Zurich region – with a solar system or on existing systems, independent of manufacturers and with notification to the grid operator. (As of: September 2026)
Key points in brief
- 22 kW three-phase (usually registered at 11 kW in a single-family home), Type 2 socket, RFID, app, 4G/WLAN.
- Built-in MID meter – important for company vehicles and billing in the apartment building.
- PV surplus charging with automatic phase switching: cleanly charges away even small surpluses single-phase.
- Load management for multiple charging points, dynamic at the house connection with Zaptec Sense.
- Difference to the Zaptec Go: Go 2 comes with an MID meter, display, 4G and preparation for bidirectional charging.
What distinguishes the Zaptec Go 2 from the Zaptec Go?
The Zaptec Go was the compact standard box for single-family homes and underground car parks for years; the Go 2 is its further development. New features include the MID-compliant meter in the device (previously an external meter was needed for this), a display for the charge level in kWh, mobile network (4G) alongside WLAN, preparation for bidirectional charging (V2G/V2H) and improved heat dissipation. The compact housing, app control, RFID and the load management that Zaptec brings from its apartment building business remain. The Zaptec Go remains a good box – but anyone installing new today will take the Go 2.
What system data does the Zaptec Go 2 have?
| Feature | Zaptec Go 2 (manufacturer specifications) |
|---|---|
| Charging power | up to 22 kW three-phase (32 A), configurable to 11 kW |
| Connection | Type 2 socket (charging cable of the vehicle), cable lock against theft |
| Meter | integrated, MID-compliant |
| Surplus charging | yes, with automatic phase switching (1-/3-phase) via compatible energy manager or Zaptec control |
| Load management | static and dynamic (Zaptec Sense), multiple boxes on one connection |
| Connectivity | WLAN, 4G (eSIM), app, RFID, remote maintenance/updates |
| Bidirectional | V2G/V2H-ready (prepared on the hardware side) |
| Installation | Wall or pedestal, indoors and outdoors |
Manufacturer specifications according to Zaptec Go 2 data sheet, As of: September 2026. Functional scope, activations and prices change; the delivered device and the quote are decisive.
Who is the Zaptec Go 2 suitable for – and who is it not suitable for?
Suitable:
- Single-family home with solar system: surplus charging with clean phase switching – the article Surplus charging explains why this is crucial.
- Apartment building and underground car park: load management for many charging points and MID meter for billing – basics in the article Wallbox in the apartment building.
- Company vehicles where the charging current is billed to the employer.
- Existing systems with energy manager (such as Solar Manager): The Go 2 can be connected.
Less suitable:
- Those who want a box with a permanently attached cable – the Go 2 has a socket.
- Pure Fronius or Huawei ecosystems, in which Wattpilot or SCharger take over the surplus charging without additional control.
- Those who already want to charge bidirectionally today: in Switzerland, this is not yet in regular operation with home wallboxes – status in the article Bidirectional charging in Switzerland.
What does an installed Zaptec Go 2 cost?
The guideline value from our cost article applies: CHF 2,500 to 5,000 for device and installation in a single-family home – the box itself is in the mid-range segment, the larger and more variable item is the installation by the electrical specialist company (supply line, fusing, residual current protection, notification). Long cable runs, wall breakthroughs or a house connection that is too weak drive up the price; installation together with the solar system lowers it, because empty conduit and distributors are planned anyway then. Details: What does a wallbox cost in Switzerland?
Guideline values, As of: September 2026, without obligation. The individual quote is decisive.
Incentives: Some municipalities and grid operators support charging infrastructure – overview in the article Wallbox incentives.
What alternatives are there to the Zaptec Go 2?
- go-e Gemini / Charger – price-performance for the single-family home, also strong in surplus charging.
- KEBA P30/P40 – robust box, often in business.
- Easee Charge – popular, but with pronounced cloud dependency.
- Fronius Wattpilot / Huawei SCharger – for the respective ecosystems.
- Juice Booster – mobile charging station instead of wallbox.
The categorisation is provided by the Wallbox comparison; whether 11 or 22 kW makes sense is clarified in the article Wallbox with 11 or 22 kW.
For wallboxes, we first look at the phase switching – and the Zaptec does it cleanly. On cloudy days, the solar surplus is often 1 to 3 kW; a box that cannot shift down to one phase then either does not charge at all or draws grid electricity as well. The second reason why we like to use the Zaptec Go 2 is the apartment building: A typical example is an underground car park with eight charging spaces on a 40 A connection – that only works with load management, and Zaptec built it that way from the start. And regardless of which box: with every new installation, we lay an empty conduit to the parking space – the cheapest franc of the whole system.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Zaptec Go and Zaptec Go 2?
The Go 2 is the successor to the Go: new features are the integrated MID meter, a display, mobile network (4G) in addition to WLAN, preparation for bidirectional charging and better cooling. Charging power (22 kW), socket, app, RFID and load management are present in both. For new installations, we recommend the Go 2.
Who is the manufacturer of Zaptec – and is Zaptec a good brand?
Zaptec is a Norwegian manufacturer from Stavanger that has grown large with charging solutions for apartment buildings and underground car parks. In Switzerland, Zaptec is one of the most sought-after wallbox brands; in the Wallbox comparison, the Go is one of the boxes with clean phase switching and good load management. This is not a guarantee for every setup – we make the choice according to the vehicle, house connection and control system.
Can the Zaptec Go 2 charge bidirectionally?
It is prepared for this on the hardware side (V2G/V2H-ready). However, bidirectional charging is not yet usable in regular operation with home wallboxes in Switzerland – it requires a suitable vehicle, approved software and the consent of the grid operator. The current status is summarised in the article Bidirectional charging in Switzerland.
Should I choose the wallbox with 11 kW or 22 kW?
In a single-family home, 11 kW is almost always sufficient: the car charges fully overnight, and most vehicles only charge at 11 kW on alternating current anyway. The Go 2 is capable of 22 kW, but is often configured to 11 kW – also because higher charging powers require a permit with conditions from the grid operator depending on the utility. The consideration in detail: Wallbox with 11 or 22 kW.
Can strangers charge at my wallbox?
Only if you allow it: the Go 2 can be restricted to authorised users via RFID card or app, the charging cable is locked in the socket. In an apartment building, the load management assigns each charging process to the right user – the MID meter provides the billable kilowatt hours.
Do I have to register the Zaptec Go 2 with the grid operator?
Yes. Wallboxes are subject to mandatory notification in Switzerland – prior to installation; depending on the utility and charging power, the notification is a simple declaration or requires a permit with conditions. The installation is the responsibility of a company with installation authorisation. We handle the notification and inspection – what the grid operator requires is explained in the article Register wallbox with the utility.
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Lastmanagement für WallboxenSources: Zaptec AS, Zaptec Go 2 data sheet and product information (as of September 2026); Galaxus/Digitec bestseller list charging stations (September 2026); practical experience of ecoEn GmbH (Zurich region). As of September 2026.
Last updated: 9 July 2026 · Author: ecoEn editorial team
