Level 2 Charger reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 513 Reddit reviews across 33 subreddits and 89 posts to rank the best Level 2 Charger brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/VWiD4Owners, r/BoltEV, r/Ioniq5, r/KiaEV9, r/electricvehicles. Top-rated brands include ChargePoint (4.4/5), Emporia (4.5/5), Grizzl-e (4.6/5).
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Reviews513
Subreddits33
Posts89
Brands68
Products39
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#1
ChargePoint
4.4
(106)
"I just ordered the Chargepoint home flex, supports up to 48amp charging."
"Of the 40/48amps available, I'd go Chargepoint Home Flex."
"Mine gave me a $300 credit for a specific charger (ChargePoint Flex) by signing up for their smart charge program."
"I bought the ChargePoint Home Flex because my utility requires it for the discounted overnight charging rate. It's worked great so far."
"Second the charge point Got it off Amazon for $540 shipped. No complaints."
"My ChargePoint Flex has been 100% dependable for almost 5 years now."
"My ChargePoint Flex has been 100% dependable for almost 5 years now."
"+1 ChargePoint Home Flex. Check with your electric company for perks, e.g. low rates for charging after 11a, rebates etc."
"ChargePoint Home Flex is generally the go-to proven L2 home EVSE."
"The homeflex has a replaceable plug/cable assembly if damaged or you need to switch types."
#2
Emporia
4.5
(88)
"Everyone's fave is the Emporia. after seeing this video, i got mine and i can see why."
"Got a Emporia as well in US. Works great, nice app, and good price"
"+1 for Emporia"
"I love my Emporia. Nice way to track charging in the app, set schedules, etc."
"I got their mini and it’s great. Build quality is awesome and it just works."
"I got their mini and it’s great. Build quality is awesome and it just works."
"Do not buy some cheap Chinese non-UL listed junk off Amazon. Get an EVSE from a reputable manufacturer. I recommend the Emporia."
"I like my Emporia. Its been 100% reliable over the last 18 months and I like how it pairs with my Vue home power monitoring."
"Emporia is the best bang for the buck!"
"I have an Emporia and it works great."
#3
Grizzl-e
4.6
(61)
"I bought the not-online idiot version of the Grizzl-E because I’m cheap. Works like a dream."
"Second Grizzl-e"
"Need it built like a tank? Grizzl-E"
"Grizzl-e is what I have, it’s a solid well built charger"
"Been very happy with the performance of the grizzl-e"
"If you have the ability to install a 100amp circuit for a 80am charger then the Grizzl-E 80amp would be my choice."
"Grizzl-E. And it’s made in Canada 😊"
"Grizzl-E or Flo. Both Canadian companies and they are known for building tough weather chargers."
"Gizzl-E and Emporia seem to be the other highly rated brands I typically see."
"Don’t entrust your life and home to cheap Chinese BS."
#4
Tesla
4.8
(36)
"This is what I installed and it has been great."
"Tesla universal unit is best."
"Tesla Universal so it'll work with both NACS and J1772."
"I’d buy the Tesla Universal Charger if you don’t want to go the 80A route."
"The Tesla Universal is a very good, future proof option."
"Tesla Universal Wall Connector is a superior product. Having more future proofing is always a good thing."
"I have the Tesla Universal Wall Connector. The one that is future-proofed like the electrician suggested."
"We installed a Tesla Universal charger. Unlike than the current CEO of Tesla it’s been flawless."
"Consider that one as that would future proof your EVSE since it has both NACS and J1772 capability."
"The Tesla Universal Wall Charger is hands down the best and most recommended."
#5
Wallbox
4.3
(23)
"I've had my Pulsar plus for 2+ years now and I think it's great."
"Wallbox is on a list. Get it, as it's very flexible."
"I have a Wallbox/Generac level 2+ installed and it works great."
"Plus one for wallbox. Getting extra Costco protection was the main thing I was looking for but app for the charger works well."
"Wallbox works great for me. Costco = USD500"
"Wallbox from Costco. Has been phenomenal and app is great for tracking cost and kW’s"
"I got a deal on wallbox via sams. Hardwired at 40 amps. No issues so far. Like the app."
"I got a Wallbox and really like it."
"I am using Wallbox for 3 months already, no issues so far."
"I have Wallbox"
#6
JuiceBox
4.0
(24)
"First was a hard wired juicebox 48A. The second is a 40a Autel maxicharge home with just a nema plug."
"Works great and provides more than enough capacity charging overnight."
"I would recommend checking with your local power company - mine sent me a L2 charger (Juicebox w/ wifi) for free."
"It's fine. Gets fine what I need done."
"I use the J+ BOOSTER 2 Portable EV and love how portable and bombproof it is."
"Just plugging in and changing and it has been solid for the year I've had it with no issues."
"I bought a juice box at Costco for 500 or 600."
"I've got a 48 amp JuiceBox for my PacHy. I bought it in 2017."
"I’ve had a 40A juicebox for 6-7 years and only had to reset it once."
"I bought a JuiceBox 40 for my Chevy Bolt because that car only came with a Level 1. Now that I have a Leaf, I still prefer it over the stock EVSE because the app gives usage data."
#7
ChargePoint Home Flex
4.8
(18)
"Chargepoint units seem to be on sale both on Amazon and direct."
"30 A is my recommendation for most anyone and everyone."
"User recommendations include: ChargePoint Home Flex, Emporia, Tesla Mobile Connector, Tesla Wall Connector, or Grizzl-e."
"The Autel has great reviews too."
"State of Charge has the answer to any question you could possibly have about EVSEs."
"The charge point home flex has been great, no issues for the 2 years we've had it."
"They have both been rock solid for 3 years, I'm quite happy with them."
"Another vote for the Chargepoint HomeFlex."
"ChargePoint home flex owner here. No issues at all."
"ChargePoint Home Flex 50Amp. Hook it up to a 80Amp breaker and get full 50Amp/11kw charge speed."
#8
Clipper Creek
4.7
(15)
"I have clipper creek and it’s a beast."
"Both the unit and the company are excellent."
"The ID4 can charge up to 11kW on AC (level 2). So to take full advantage of that you need at least a 48 amp charger like a clipper Creek HCS-60."
"Clipper Creek is essentially the gold standard for EVSE."
"Clipper Creek is the only way to go."
"I love my clippercreek charger."
"Clipper Creek. Everything else is just a toy."
"I'd go towards ClipperCreek for a commercial setting."
"Clipper Creek is the gold standard for a Level 2 charger."
"I shopped a bit myself and ended up with a Clipper Creek solution."
#9
ChargePoint Flex
4.5
(12)
"It has been solid."
"Chargepoint Flex for me. $600 on amazon after tax."
"I have had the Chargepoint Flex for years. Easy to use and has held up quite well."
"I use a ChargePoint Flex and it works for my Ioniq 5 and my Wrangler 4xe."
"I will 2nd the ChargePoint Flex if you are looking for a wifi capable smart charger."
"I have been very pleased with my ChargePoint Flex."
"Chargepoint flex seems to get consistently good reviews."
"So far I like that model, and it charges the car at about 35 miles and hour."
"I have a chargepoint flex. Works great."
"No complaints with my chargepoint flex so far. Lots of options."
#10
ClipperCreek
4.8
(11)
"It’s bulletproof."
"Have never had an issue."
"I have one of their chargers in my garage and it has been great!"
"We went with the Clippercreek unit since we got a $500 rebate from our local utility."
"After cheaping out on the $200 Amazon item I made the right decision and bought a clipper creek."
"Good ones include Clipper Creek, Grizzl-E (made in Canada), Electrify America, and the one I have, Emporia Energy."
"Check out Clipper Creek chargers, they've been in the business a long time and stand by their products."
"I’ve had this Clipper Creek for over 5 years. Had an issue once, customer service is Nordstrom level."
"Nine years old and completely trouble free."
"ClipperCreek 32amp unit is 50% off right now ($324) if you're looking for a wall mounted charger."
#11
Grizzl-E
4.7
(10)
"I have a grizzl-e classic and it’s perfect."
"I bought a grizzl-e mini charger they have other models depending on your needs."
"Canadian made, built well, simple and reliable."
"It has worked for me."
"Grizzl-E has been great for me. No issues in 2 years"
"Grizzl-e Avalanche - it’s white and works flawlessy."
"I bought (for the car I don’t have yet) a Grizzl-e Classic. It’s well built, UL approved and not crazy expensive."
"I'm also happy with my Grizzl-e classic."
"I also have the grizzle classic. Hard to beat a dumb, robust, made in Canada charger!"
"I have been keeping an eye out on this one… says coming soon."
#12
Autel
4.2
(9)
"I have a Autel 60A and it is mounted outside and works great."
"I have an Autel MaxiCharger and have not had any issues with it at all."
"Found an Autel for a great price on Slickdeals. Been working great for 3 months now."
"I did a lot of research about which charger to choose and went with the Autel."
"It's great charger with all the normal features plus fancier stuff."
"Just had an Autel installed yesterday! It seems like a good unit despite being a bit bulky."
"I have an Autel and it’s great."
"I have an Autel which I got because it has an ethernet port in it as well as wifi."
"Autel has treated me very well and is an excellent value."
#13
Wallbox Pulsar Plus
4.6
(8)
"Works great for me."
"Wallbox Pulsar Plus."
"Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48A is a great EVSE."
"Haven't had any issues with it yet."
"I have a Wallbox Pulsar Plus and it’s been great."
"No complaints about my Wallbox Pulsar Plus."
"I snagged a wallbox pulsar plus (40 amp) when they were on sale at costco."
"If you will be installing it in a public place that cannot be monitored, I would skip the Tesla charger and go with something like the WallBox Pulsar Plus."
#14
Duosida
4.3
(6)
"16A Duosida is all the Volt needs, and can utilize anyways."
"I've had it a couple of years without issue."
"The brand name is Duosida. Amazon has an updated version of it for $219.99 and it has the specs you mentioned, including an IP55 rating."
"Search function. Duosida."
"Cheapest no frills but reliable: Duosida."
"I bought a Duosida and it's worked great for me."
#15
Lectron
3.8
(5)
"I used the lectron Tesla to J1772 adapter with the Tesla destination charger."
"It's been holding up fine the whole year I've had it."
"I just picked up one of these since the plug in my garage is a 6-20p."
"I bought a cheap Lecrton one more than two years ago when I bought my first EV and it's still going strong."
"The Lectron is fine, the Tesla Tap if just better."
#16
JuiceBox 40
4.3
(4)
"If you are a Costco member I'd get the Juicebox 40 from them."
"I have the JuiceBox 40 and it works perfectly."
"I'd go with the JuiceBox 40 assuming you have a 50amp circuit."
"Finally opted for the Juicebox 40 plug in."
#17
Tesla Universal Wall Connector
4.7
(3)
"I highly recommend the Tesla Universal Wall Connector."
"The Tesla Universal Wall Connector is future-proof and therefore the best choice."
"I got the Tesla Universal Wall Connector. So far it’s been great."
#18
MUSTART
4.7
(3)
"I've been using a Mustart charger from amazon since I had my volt going back 5 plus years."
"We've had zero problems with our MUSTART portable cable."
"I bought a Mustart on Amazon two years ago for less than $300 and have never looked back. It’s a no frills charger that gets the job done."
#19
Flo
4.3
(3)
"I bought the FLO charger."
"Flo's would let you see your home energy consumption direct in their same app."
"Take a look at the Flo chargers. Canadian made and certified down to -40."
#20
Level 2 Charger
4.3
(3)
"Definitely upgrade. Level 2 chargers start at 30 amps and go up from there."
"Level 2 Chargers are really just fancy wires for getting power to the actual onboard charger in the car."
"I just plug my existing charger into a 240V outlet."
#21
OpenEVSE
4.3
(3)
"Not expensive, very rugged and high quality, full featured."
"I bought mine at Open evse when I got it in 2018 I bought one that was 40 amp capable. Have not had a problem with it, I installed it myself."
"I just got a 2020 Bolt as well and went with the OpenEVSE. I like how all of the features are customizable."
#22
Amazon
4.3
(3)
"I got a $330 charger off Amazon. Plugs into a 10-50 socket. It’s awesome."
"It's portable so it can go with me on long trips."
"I bought the cheapest 32A charger that had 1 day shipping on Amazon."
#23
Grizzl
5.0
(2)
"I have been using this one and it's been working great. It comes with several adapters was well."
"I use a grizzle charger for my id4, not smart but is super solid and just works great."
#24
ChargePoint 50A
5.0
(2)
"I have a ChargePoint 50A, installed when we got our Pachy about 3 years ago."
"I use a ChargePoint 50A for both our Leaf and our PacHy, works great."
#25
EVSE
4.5
(2)
"If you drive fewer than 100 miles per day, then I recommend just running the stock EVSE at 240vac."
"Leviton EVSEs are legit UL listed products, but maybe a little overpriced."
#26
Home Flex
4.5
(2)
"I’ve owned 3 of these... The Home Flex is excellent."
"Love my HomeFlex."
#27
Grizzl E
4.5
(2)
"The Grizzl E is very well rated and Amazon actually has used ones for $296 or new for $80 more."
"The Grizzl is Type 1 (SAE J1772) connector, does the NX uses Type 1?"
#28
JuiceBox 40 Pro
4.5
(2)
"Juicebox 40 pro is easily the best one out there."
"I've been happy with my JuiceBox-40 Pro."
#29
Xcel
4.5
(2)
"I used the xcel lease program to install two chargers and lease them and it was a fantastic experience."
"The charger is like $700 and Xcel is charging (for me) $16/mo to rent the charger."
#30
Primecomtech
4.5
(2)
"Primecomtech has a charger that will work for you."
"I've been using a 40A unit from primecomtech for several years and it's been fine."
#31
EVDuty
4.5
(2)
"I have an EVDuty and really like it."
"I really enjoy it despite that!"
#32
ChargePoint Home
4.0
(2)
"I have the ChargePoint Home which was pretty pricey."
"The Chargepoint home. It works well too, no issues."
#33
Generic Level 2 Charger
4.0
(2)
"It's only 32amp, but it's portable if you need to move it around."
"I've been very happy with this one, and it is quite affordable"
#34
AxFast
4.0
(2)
"We use this AxFast charger from Costco and a Neocharge splitter designed for this exact application."
"I got this AxFast charger from Costco. It's hanging from a nail next to a 240v outlet in my garage."
#35
Siemens VersiCharge
3.0
(2)
"I chose it because it had great reviews and have had it now, 4 years."
"It has a HUGE bug (in my opinion)."
#36
Grizzl-E Level 2 Charger
5.0
(1)
"Https://grizzl-e.com/"
#37
ChargePoint Charger
5.0
(1)
"A costal city I visit has free ChargePoints installed in public parking lots."
#38
Orange Outlet
5.0
(1)
"The 240V 20A product is an excellent fit."
#39
Ford
5.0
(1)
"Get the ford one - you can monitor and get the charging statistics in the same Ford pass app."
#40
Easee
5.0
(1)
"Which country? I can recommend easee if in Sweden, Norway, Germany and maybe some more by now."
#41
Tesla Wallcharger
5.0
(1)
"We have a Tesla Wallcharger with an adapter. 50amp fuse. It charges the 90 in about 1hr 45 min from empty."
#42
Juice Box 60A
5.0
(1)
"I had a 60A juice box (Enel-x) for my 2012 Ford Fusion Energy, still using it today."
#43
Tesla Gen 2 UMC
5.0
(1)
"The Tesla Gen 2 UMC is extremely versatile and you can change out the plugs depending on what you need."
#44
ReVolt Energy
5.0
(1)
"My Chicago condo is going with a ReVolt Energy solution because it ticked the most requirements and was the most cost effective."
#45
No Name
5.0
(1)
"I have no name charger from Amazon... 30,000 miles on it, no complaints."
#46
JuiceBox Pro
5.0
(1)
"I have a JuiceBox Pro 40 and am very happy with it."
#47
Wolfbox
5.0
(1)
"I have Wolfbox hardwired. Hardwired is one less failure point."
#48
LEFANEV Level 2 Charger
5.0
(1)
"I use this 'travel' charger."
#49
Clipper Creek HCS-40
5.0
(1)
"I have a Clipper Creek HCS-40. Works like a charm."
#50
Tesla Wall Charger
4.0
(1)
"Level 2 EVSE is not something one should try to save a few buck on."
#51
Amazon Level 2 Charger
4.0
(1)
"350 dollars on Amazon. There are faster lvl 2 chargers for 600...but it's a fairly small difference."
#52
Tcharge
4.0
(1)
"I bought Tcharge, it is a great value for the money"
#53
OEM EVSE
4.0
(1)
"I use the EVSE that came with my '22 Bolt EUV on my 50amp outlet. No reason to pay for another."
#54
AxFAST
4.0
(1)
"I use this charger indoors but it is waterproof and on sale and has Costco’s guarantee."
#55
Aerovironment
4.0
(1)
"I have an Aerovironment EVSE RS. Came with my '17 Bolt from the previous owner."
#56
Juice Box
4.0
(1)
"I bought a juice box at Costco for 500 or 600."
#57
Zencar
4.0
(1)
"Zencar or grizze."
#58
Chargepoint, Clipper Creek, Juicebox, Siemens, Blink, Electrify America
4.0
(1)
"Chargepoint, Clipper Creek, Juicebox, Siemens, Blink, Electrify America are your 'name brands'."
#59
Blink
4.0
(1)
"I would get a Blink on line thru online Amazon as they have 300 Blink credit bringing cost down quite a bit."
#60
Splitvolt
4.0
(1)
"Splitvolt makes a decent one that's plug & play."
#61
Chevy Bolt EUV EVSE
4.0
(1)
"Get the Chevy Bolt EUV evse, it is dual voltage with removable plugs."
#62
Nissan Stock Charger
4.0
(1)
"It is basic level 2 , 240V gets the job done for us every time"
#63
Blink Blink-60
4.0
(1)
"I went with the least expensive option on Amazon that could be securely bolted to the outside of my house."
#64
Grizzl-E Classic
4.0
(1)
"Check this one out. Mine is on order."
#65
goplug
4.0
(1)
"Goplug is a great option @ $449."
#66
Morec EVSE
4.0
(1)
"Honestly we’ve been pretty dang pleased with our Morec EVSE charger."
#67
HCS60
3.0
(1)
"I bought the HCS60 but I expected a charge timer too so…"
#68
Leviton
2.0
(1)
"I would also not cheap out on the replacement, you can find out on google that the Leviton ports can melt."
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