The real advantage of the Home Flex comes from its supreme cost tracking capability. It is worth noting that the ChargePoint vehicle database is not nearly as extensive or up-to-date as the Juice Box offerings, however. If you’re so inclined, you can also view charge-rate graphs, charge time records, and even total energy output utilized for a given charge. Owners can register the type of EV they own within the app, which allows for accurate battery percentage figures and mileage tracking based on EPA mileage ratings. The Home Flex unit we tested even utilizes the same ChargePoint app that customers already use to access the public network. Output Capacity: 40/32 amps (9.6/7.7 kW)ĬhargePoint is probably best known for its extensive public charging network, but the company does offer some Level 2 electric car chargers for home use.There’s also no way to accurately track your vehicle’s efficiency without unplugging the charger after every use, which might prove annoying. Now it is worth noting that our test unit didn’t come with any instructions, but we wager most people will figure things out. You can also adjust the current limit between 10, 13, 16, or 32 amps, allowing you to match your home’s circuit output. That said, the Lectron does feature an easy to read LED screen, which displays helpful information like voltage, amperage, charge time, energy usage, and temperature. The savings presented by the Lectron don’t come without some trade-offs compared to the pricier offerings, evident by the lack of mounting hardware or wifi connectivity. The company actually offers an even more affordable 16-amp variant, as well as a slightly pricier but higher-output 40-amp home charger. The Lectron is the most affordable Level 2 charger we tested, with a list price of just $319.99. For just under $700, it’s pretty hard to fault this home electric vehicle charger. Furthermore, the charger comes with a 3-year limited warranty.
The JuiceBox charger is also backed by an extensive vehicle database that is constantly brought up-to-date with new models, ensuring owners don’t face any trouble getting the most out of their EV charger regardless of what vehicle they drive. JuiceBox also offers this charger in a cheaper 32-amp variant, as well as a higher output 48-amp model (which ties the Tesla Wall Connector as the highest output charger on this list). The ChargePoint is significantly pricier, however. That said, the ChargePoint unit down the list is able to access live utility pricing information to help you maximize off-peak hours. These include items like virtual charge monitoring and remote control of the charger itself, as well as the ability to personalized charging schedules. While not the most expensive offering, the JuiceBox packs a ton of helpful features thanks to its integrated wifi-connectivity.
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