Head-to-head · Best Level 2 Portable EV Chargers

ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV Charger vs Lectron 40A J1772 Portable (Wi-Fi)

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Lectron 40A J1772 Portable (Wi-Fi) comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.4 vs 4.3). Lectron 40A J1772 Portable (Wi-Fi) is best for: Owners who want an at-a-glance LCD and optional app scheduling at a mid-range price, and whose home outlet is close enough that a 16-18 foot cord reaches. Read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #4 in Best Level 2 Portable EV Chargers

ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV Charger

4.3

2 sources$210as of Oct 17

The ELEGRP ECP24-40A0-01 is a 240 V, 40 A (9.6 kW) portable Level 2 charger with a NEMA 14-50 plug, a J1772 connector and a 25 ft cable. Jim's EV Adventures measured close to 10 kW going into a Chevrolet Bolt EUV, praised the adjustable 16-40 A current and long cable, and scored it 4.35 out of 5; Technically Jeff rated it 9.0 out of 10 for its solid 40 A charging, ETL certification and dual home and portable use. Both reviewers note it has no app or smart functionality. It suits drivers with a 14-50 outlet who want plain, full-speed charging and a long reach; anyone who wants app scheduling or energy tracking should look elsewhere.

Strengths

— Delivers full 40 A Level 2 charging; Jim's EV Adventures saw close to 10 kW on a Bolt EUV
— Charging current adjusts on the unit from 16 A to 40 A to suit smaller circuits
— 25 ft cable, one of the longer options at its price

Watch-outs

— No app or smart features; scheduling is limited to the on-unit delay timer
— Cable is a little stiff and the wall-mount plastic feels weak
— Technically Jeff rates the J1772 connector only average

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Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Level 2 Portable EV Chargers

Lectron 40A J1772 Portable (Wi-Fi)

4.4

2 sourcesall derived$250as of Oct 10

The Lectron 40A J1772 is a popular, affordable portable charger with a genuinely useful onboard LCD and, in the Wi-Fi version, app scheduling. TorqueNews called it a "fantastic value". The catches are a short cord and a documented tendency to throttle below 40A when it runs warm.

Strengths

— Full 40A / 9.6 kW output through a NEMA 14-50 plug
— Clear LCD display shows live amps, voltage, energy in kWh, charge time and temperature
— Wi-Fi version adds app monitoring and scheduling, with the app praised for simplicity

Watch-outs

— Cord is relatively short at 16-18 feet

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Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.

How they stack up

ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV Charger

Like the MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable and the Splitvolt 40A NEMA 14-50, the ELEGRP is a 40 A plug-in charger without smart features, but its 25 ft cable is its main selling point. Buyers who want app control should compare the Grizzl-E Mini Connect (40A) and the Lectron 40A J1772 Portable (Wi-Fi), whose connected features the ELEGRP lacks.

Lectron 40A J1772 Portable (Wi-Fi)

Splits the difference between the smart Grizzl-E Mini Connect and the bare-bones Splitvolt: it has an LCD and an optional Wi-Fi app like the Grizzl-E but a shorter cord than the MUSTART, and it throttles below its rated 40A when warm.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV Charger	Lectron 40A J1772 Portable (Wi-Fi)
Model	ECP24-40A0-01	—
Max Output	40 A / 9.6 kW at 240 V	40A / 9.6 kW
Adjustable Current	16-40 A	—
Plug	NEMA 14-50	NEMA 14-50
Connector	J1772	J1772
Cable Length	25 feet	16 ft
Weather Rating	IP67 (control box), IP57 (connector)	—
Item Weight	13.2 pounds	—
Display	—	LCD (amps, volts, kWh, temp)
Connectivity	—	Wi-Fi (Lectron app)
Certification	—	ETL, Energy Star, FCC; UL 2251 handle
Warranty	—	2-year

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