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ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV Charger vs MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable

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

ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV Charger is the only one of the two with a published score (4.3); MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable has none, so this is not a close call so much as an unmeasured one. ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV Charger is best for: drivers with a 14-50 outlet who want full-speed 40 A charging and a long 25 ft cable without smart features. Read the strengths below before deciding.

ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV Charger
Higher ratedRanked #4 in Best Level 2 Portable EV Chargers
ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV Charger
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
$210 · Check Price on AmazonFull review →
MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable
Ranked #5 in Best Level 2 Portable EV Chargers
MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable
Unrated2 sources$179as of Oct 10

The MUSTART 40A is a long-running, widely-sold portable Level 2 charger that delivers the full 9.6 kW with a generous 25-foot cable for a moderate price. The main cautions are reports of inconsistent safety certifications and the lack of smart features.

Strengths
  • — Full 40A / 9.6 kW output, about 2.5x faster than a 16A Level 2 charger
  • — IP65 control box and IP67 connector with lightning, overvoltage, overheat and overcurrent protection
  • — Lower price than the Grizzl-E Mini Connect while charging at the same 40A
Watch-outs
  • — No Wi-Fi or app, and no scheduling on the base portable model
  • — A minority of users report J-plug or charging-port issues over time
$179 · Buy at mustartpower.comFull review →

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.

MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable

A value alternative to the Grizzl-E Mini Connect with the same 40A output and an equally long 25-foot cable, but no Wi-Fi or app; it costs more than the Splitvolt but offers a longer cord and adjustable current.

Specs side-by-side

SpecELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2 EV ChargerMUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable
ModelECP24-40A0-01—
Max Output40 A / 9.6 kW at 240 V40A / 9.6 kW
Adjustable Current16-40 A—
PlugNEMA 14-50NEMA 14-50
ConnectorJ1772J1772
Cable Length25 feet25 ft
Weather RatingIP67 (control box), IP57 (connector)—
Item Weight13.2 pounds—
Adjustable Amperage—16 / 20 / 24 / 32 / 40A
Enclosure—IP65 box / IP67 connector
Connectivity—None
Warranty—2-year
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