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

Lectron Level 2 J1772 Charger (Wi-Fi, 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

Lectron Level 2 J1772 Charger (Wi-Fi, 40A) comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.5 vs 4.4). The gap is mostly about home EV owners who want 40A smart-charging at a reasonable price and don't need contractor-grade durability — read the strengths below before deciding.

Lectron Level 2 J1772 Charger (Wi-Fi, 40A)

Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Level 2 Portable EV Chargers

Lectron Level 2 J1772 Charger (Wi-Fi, 40A)

4.5

$350

The Lectron Level 2 WiFi 40A is the value smart-charger pick. 40A output and Wi-Fi smart features at a price meaningfully below the Grizzl-E Mini Connect and Webasto Go. The trade-offs are predictable: ETL vs UL certification, plastic vs aluminum enclosure, and a less extensive accessory kit. For most home users who want 40A speed and smart-charging app control, it hits the right price point.

Strengths

— 40A continuous output via NEMA 14-50P
— Wi-Fi-enabled smart features with app control
— Multiple plug-type adapters available separately

Watch-outs

— ETL certified rather than UL — slightly lesser safety credential
— Plastic enclosure feels less premium than the Grizzl-E Mini Connect's cast aluminum
— Lectron's customer service network is smaller than Webasto's

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Ranked #4 in Best Level 2 Portable EV Chargers

MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable

4.4

$270

The MUSTART 40A is the value 40A pick — it hits the same 9.6 kW output as the Grizzl-E Mini Connect and Lectron WiFi 40A for substantially less. The catch is no Wi-Fi smart features, which doesn't matter to users who'll just plug in and walk away. The 25 ft cable is genuinely useful — it's the longest in this lineup and means the outlet doesn't need to be next to the car. The on-device delay timer covers the off-peak-charging scenario without an app.

Strengths

— 40A output at the lowest price in the round-up's 40A tier
— Adjustable current settings (12A/16A/24A/32A/40A) for varied circuit support
— Delay timer for scheduling off-peak charging without app dependency

Watch-outs

— No Wi-Fi smart features like the Webasto Go, Grizzl-E Mini Connect, or Lectron WiFi 40A
— Plastic enclosure with ETL certification
— MUSTART's brand support is weaker than Webasto's or Grizzl-E's

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How they stack up

Lectron Level 2 J1772 Charger (Wi-Fi, 40A)

Best smart-charger value. Same 40A output as the Grizzl-E Mini Connect and MUSTART 40A at lower price. Loses to Grizzl-E on enclosure quality and adapter bundle. Same WiFi feature set as Webasto Go but at half the price.

MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable

Best 40A value. Same output as the Grizzl-E Mini Connect and Lectron WiFi 40A at lower price. No Wi-Fi like the three premium picks. Longest cable (25 ft). Plastic enclosure trails the Grizzl-E's cast aluminum and Webasto's submersible build.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Lectron Level 2 J1772 Charger (Wi-Fi, 40A)	MUSTART 40A Level 2 Portable
Max Amps	40A continuous	40A (adjustable 12-40A)
Plug	NEMA 14-50P	NEMA 14-50
Voltage	240V	240V
Connectivity	Wi-Fi	—
Certification	ETL	ETL listed
Max Power	9.6 kW	9.6 kW
Cable Length	16 ft	25 ft
Weather Rating	IP65	IP67 connector / IP54 control box
Display	—	LCD
Delay Timer	—	Yes (on-device)

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