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.
Full review
Full 40 A charging, adjustable down to 16 A
Jim's EV Adventures plugged the ELEGRP into a Chevrolet Bolt EUV and watched it ramp to about 9.8 kW, with 247 V and 40 A at the unit; a 28.73 kWh session cost him $3.62 at his local rate. He also charged a Hyundai Ioniq 5 on a 40 A circuit with the unit set to 32 A, and singled out the adjustable current, which can be dialled from 16 A to 40 A on the box itself to suit a 30 A circuit or an older outlet. Technically Jeff likewise reports that the charger worked very well with no issues and lists solid 40 A charging among its pros.
A long cable and weatherproof build for home or travel
The 25 ft cable is the headline physical feature: Jim's EV Adventures calls it one of the longer options in this price range and scored cable length five stars. He found the build surprisingly solid for the price, with a compact control box, a thick cable and a padded carrying bag for road trips. The box is IP67 rated and the connector IP57, and the unit is ETL listed with protection against overcurrent, over- and undervoltage, ground faults and overheating. A colour LED screen shows voltage, current, power, energy delivered and temperature, and a holster-style wall mount holds both the control box and the handle. Technically Jeff highlights the same home-plus-portable flexibility.
No app, and some cheaper-feeling details
The trade-off is features. Jim's EV Adventures states plainly that the charger has no app, scored its advanced features three stars, and relies on the on-unit 1-12 hour delay timer for off-peak charging; Technically Jeff lists no smart functionality as a con and rates the J1772 connector only average. Jim also marked down the cable as a little stiff and the mounting hardware because the plastic is a little weak. He still recommended it, citing its ETL certification and safety, and Technically Jeff calls it affordable. For drivers who schedule charging through the car, the missing app matters little.
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
- +ETL certified with IP67 control box, plus a built-in 1-12 hour delay timer
- +Works as both a home and a portable charger, per Technically Jeff
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
How it compares
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.
Rating sources
Counts as 4.19/5 in our score — this publisher's 14 scores on the site average 4.46, so its scores are adjusted down to compare fairly with other publishers.
“Overall, 4.35 out of five stars. Would I recommend this? Yes, I would recommend this because it is an ETL certified and safe charger.”
Counts as 4.45/5 in our score — this publisher's 1 scores on the site average 4.50, so its scores are adjusted down to compare fairly with other publishers.
“9.0 / 10 Overall ... Cons Average J1772 Connector No Smart Functionality”
Our 4.3 score is the average of these published ratings, each adjusted for how strictly its publisher scores. More about methodology.
