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

Grizzl-E Mini Connect (40A) 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.

The short answer

Grizzl-E Mini Connect (40A) comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.8 vs 4.3). The gap is mostly about Drivers who want one charger that works as a permanent home unit and a travel charger, and who value rugged build and smart scheduling over a low price. — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Level 2 Portable EV Chargers

Grizzl-E Mini Connect (40A)

4.8

$899as of Jun 7

The Grizzl-E Mini Connect is the standout portable Level 2 charger, earning the highest score State of Charge had ever awarded (5.0 stars) and a perfect 5/5 from EVChargingStations. It pairs a crush-tested NEMA 4X aluminum body with Wi-Fi scheduling, adjustable 7-40A output and a carry case full of plug adapters. The lack of a display and its higher price are the only real knocks.

Strengths

— Earned the highest score State of Charge had ever given a charger (5.0 stars / 104 points)
— Rugged NEMA 4X cast-aluminum enclosure that survived cold, heat, water-intrusion and a crush test
— Wi-Fi connected with the Grizzl-E Connect app for scheduling and energy monitoring

Watch-outs

— No display screen for at-a-glance charging data
— J1772 connector lacks the rubberized grip of pricier units
— Not yet Energy Star certified

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Ranked #2 in Best Level 2 Portable EV Chargers

MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable

4.3

$239.99as of Jun 7

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. ElectricVehicleGeek scored it 8.3/10, EV Adept buyers rate it 4/5 and Technically Jeff called it a solid charger worth considering under $300. 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
— Long 25-foot J1772 cable, among the longest in this group
— Adjustable current (15/25/40A) for use on smaller circuits

Watch-outs

— Some buyers and electrical inspectors have flagged questionable certification marks
— 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

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How they stack up

Grizzl-E Mini Connect (40A)

The most rugged and feature-complete pick, with Wi-Fi and adjustable output the bare-bones Splitvolt lacks; it costs more than the MUSTART, Lectron and Splitvolt units but it is the only one here that is both crush-tested and app-connected.

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

Spec	Grizzl-E Mini Connect (40A)	MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable
Max Output	40A / 9.6 kW	40A / 9.6 kW
Adjustable Amperage	7-40A	15 / 25 / 40A
Cable Length	25 ft	25 ft
Plug	NEMA 14-50 (4 adapters incl.)	NEMA 14-50
Enclosure	NEMA 4X cast aluminum	IP65 box / IP67 connector
Connectivity	Wi-Fi (Grizzl-E Connect app)	None
Connector	J1772	J1772
Certification	UL Certified	—
Warranty	—	2-year

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