diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 171a91be7..4996ecba2 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ Evcc is an extensible EV Charge Controller with PV integration implemented in [G
 - multiple [chargers](https://docs.evcc.io/docs/devices/chargers):
   - Open source: [openWB](https://openwb.de/), [EVSEWifi](https://www.evse-wifi.de) (includes smartWB)
   - Other commercial: ABL eMH1, Alfen Eve, cFos PowerBrain, Daheimladen, go-eCharger, Heidelberg Energy Control, Innogy eBox, KEBA/BMW, NRGkick, PC Electric (includes Garo), Wallbe, Mobile Charger Connect, EEBUS (experimental)
-  - Build-your-own: Phoenix (includes ESL Walli), [SimpleEVSE](https://www.evse-wifi.de/produkt-schlagwort/simple-evse-wb/)
+  - Build-your-own: Phoenix (includes ESL Walli), [EVSE DIN](https://www.evse-wifi.de/produkt-schlagwort/simple-evse-wb/)
   - Smart-Home outlets: FritzDECT, Shelly, Tasmota, TP-Link
 - multiple [meters](https://docs.evcc.io/docs/devices/meters): ModBus (Eastron SDM, MPM3PM, SBC ALE3 and many more), Discovergy (using HTTP plugin), SMA Sunny Home Manager and Energy Meter, KOSTAL Smart Energy Meter (KSEM, EMxx), any Sunspec-compatible inverter or home battery devices (Fronius, SMA, SolarEdge, KOSTAL, STECA, E3DC, ...), Tesla PowerWall, LG ESS HOME
 - wide support of vendor-specific [vehicles](https://docs.evcc.io/docs/devices/vehicles) interfaces (remote charge, battery and preconditioning status): Audi, BMW, Fiat, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Mini, Nissan, Niu, Porsche, Renault, Seat, Smart, Skoda, Tesla, Volkswagen, Volvo, Tronity
diff --git a/charger/simpleevse.go b/charger/evsedin.go
similarity index 72%
rename from charger/simpleevse.go
rename to charger/evsedin.go
index 0c97b4e7a..383b08772 100644
--- a/charger/simpleevse.go
+++ b/charger/evsedin.go
@@ -9,8 +9,8 @@ import (
 	"github.com/evcc-io/evcc/util/modbus"
 )
 
-// SimpleEVSE charger implementation
-type SimpleEVSE struct {
+// EvseDIN charger implementation
+type EvseDIN struct {
 	conn    *modbus.Connection
 	current int64
 }
@@ -21,13 +21,14 @@ const (
 )
 
 func init() {
-	registry.Add("simpleevse", NewSimpleEVSEFromConfig)
+	registry.Add("simpleevse", NewEvseDINFromConfig) // deprecated
+	registry.Add("evsedin", NewEvseDINFromConfig)
 }
 
 // https://files.ev-power.eu/inc/_doc/attach/StoItem/4418/evse-wb-din_Manual.pdf
 
-// NewSimpleEVSEFromConfig creates a SimpleEVSE charger from generic config
-func NewSimpleEVSEFromConfig(other map[string]interface{}) (api.Charger, error) {
+// NewEvseDINFromConfig creates an EVSE DIN charger from generic config
+func NewEvseDINFromConfig(other map[string]interface{}) (api.Charger, error) {
 	cc := modbus.Settings{
 		Baudrate: 9600,
 		Comset:   "8N1",
@@ -37,11 +38,11 @@ func NewSimpleEVSEFromConfig(other map[string]interface{}) (api.Charger, error)
 		return nil, err
 	}
 
-	return NewSimpleEVSE(cc.URI, cc.Device, cc.Comset, cc.Baudrate, true, cc.ID)
+	return NewEvseDIN(cc.URI, cc.Device, cc.Comset, cc.Baudrate, true, cc.ID)
 }
 
-// NewSimpleEVSE creates SimpleEVSE charger
-func NewSimpleEVSE(uri, device, comset string, baudrate int, rtu bool, slaveID uint8) (api.Charger, error) {
+// NewEvseDIN creates EVSE DIN charger
+func NewEvseDIN(uri, device, comset string, baudrate int, rtu bool, slaveID uint8) (api.Charger, error) {
 	log := util.NewLogger("evse")
 
 	conn, err := modbus.NewConnection(uri, device, comset, baudrate, modbus.RtuFormat, slaveID)
@@ -52,7 +53,7 @@ func NewSimpleEVSE(uri, device, comset string, baudrate int, rtu bool, slaveID u
 	conn.Logger(log.TRACE)
 	conn.Delay(200 * time.Millisecond)
 
-	evse := &SimpleEVSE{
+	evse := &EvseDIN{
 		conn:    conn,
 		current: 6, // assume min current
 	}
@@ -61,7 +62,7 @@ func NewSimpleEVSE(uri, device, comset string, baudrate int, rtu bool, slaveID u
 }
 
 // Status implements the api.Charger interface
-func (evse *SimpleEVSE) Status() (api.ChargeStatus, error) {
+func (evse *EvseDIN) Status() (api.ChargeStatus, error) {
 	b, err := evse.conn.ReadHoldingRegisters(evseRegVehicleStatus, 1)
 	if err != nil {
 		return api.StatusNone, err
@@ -84,7 +85,7 @@ func (evse *SimpleEVSE) Status() (api.ChargeStatus, error) {
 }
 
 // Enabled implements the api.Charger interface
-func (evse *SimpleEVSE) Enabled() (bool, error) {
+func (evse *EvseDIN) Enabled() (bool, error) {
 	b, err := evse.conn.ReadHoldingRegisters(evseRegAmpsConfig, 1)
 	if err != nil {
 		return false, err
@@ -99,7 +100,7 @@ func (evse *SimpleEVSE) Enabled() (bool, error) {
 }
 
 // Enable implements the api.Charger interface
-func (evse *SimpleEVSE) Enable(enable bool) error {
+func (evse *EvseDIN) Enable(enable bool) error {
 	b := []byte{0, 0}
 
 	if enable {
@@ -112,7 +113,7 @@ func (evse *SimpleEVSE) Enable(enable bool) error {
 }
 
 // MaxCurrent implements the api.Charger interface
-func (evse *SimpleEVSE) MaxCurrent(current int64) error {
+func (evse *EvseDIN) MaxCurrent(current int64) error {
 	b := []byte{0, byte(current)}
 
 	_, err := evse.conn.WriteMultipleRegisters(evseRegAmpsConfig, 1, b)
diff --git a/templates/definition/charger/evsedin.yaml b/templates/definition/charger/evsedin.yaml
index 5b0eb753b..9656c5a1b 100644
--- a/templates/definition/charger/evsedin.yaml
+++ b/templates/definition/charger/evsedin.yaml
@@ -5,5 +5,5 @@ params:
 - name: modbus
   choice: ["rs485"]
 render: |
-  type: simpleevse
+  type: evsedin
   {{include "modbus" .}}