Recommendations for home charger?

[Vegoelectric]

I'd say don't go crazy for now if interested in a future Rivian bidirectional V2H charger they said will come. Using a simple Juicebox here for now with a NEMA 14-50 plug.

I agree with this. Wait for Rivian bidirectional. Also have a Juicebox on a 14-50. Check your local utility company, ours was free after installation and first use. PG&E with Sonoma Clean Power is what I have. If you are thinking of getting a bidirectional in the future, having the plug in/not hardwire may make it easier to sell later I think. The supplied Rivian 14-50 charger is a 32amp I believe (slightly slower), so if you can't get a free one I'd wait for V2H and use what you have while you wait.

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[marffeus]

What's the advantage of a bidirectional charger?

 

[logan]

We initially went with just installing a 14-50 outlet in a convenient location and using the portable charger for her Telsa. Before I got the Rivian I added a Clipper Creek / Enphase dual charger plugged into that. It is only 42A- max for 14-50- but it provides the convenience that we can hook up both vehicles before going to bed and it splits the amps until one is full and then charges the other at the maximum. Very convenient.

Anyway, I suppose my suggestions would boil down to two. 1) do you plan to have multiple EVs then maybe a dual charger makes sense 2) would you rather hardwire a specific charger on a >50A circuit or just do a 14-50 and have options.

 

[tgo10000]

We have a couple Wallboxes and I had a ChargePoint flex, nothing wrong with ChargePoint but didn’t like the UI and lack of multiple users without sharing an account. Wallbox also allows loading sharing if you need that in the future. If you don’t care about the smart features, clipper creek is rock solid have used at Rivian SC and hotels.

 

[kozak79]

I really like the ChargePoint Flex. It qualifies for off-peak charging in my area. The app gives a lot of data, like how much each home charge costs, etc.

 

[HaveBlue]

Another thing to consider is Autel if the charger is potentially available to others and you want to bill them. I think they are one of the few to offer that feature.

 

[CaptRat]

I received a Rivian EVSE but before I could get it installed I came across a private sale on two Wallbox Pulsar Plus EVSEs. I had them installed as load share, one in the garage and one outside. The load share feature is really the only reason I went with the Wallbox over the Rivian.

OP, if you're interested, I have my NIB, unopened Rivian EVSE for sale in the Market forum.

 

[defcon888]

Would love to just get the Rivian, but $800 just seems crazy given the prices of other well reviewed chargers.

this is my first ev so would love to know if you all have a recommendation. Thx!

We bought a LECTRON 32a for a 14-50 plug for our RAV4 Prime 2 years ago. It has been outside 24/7 - 365 through rain, hail, a little snow (we don't live in a snowy area but will get some every now and then), and it has worked flawlessly. It has charged our RAV4 Prime our Volvo XC40 Recharge (sold it) and now our R1T and works amazing. It is only a 32a so it gives us about 16 miles or charge per hour which for us is perfectly fine since we charge overnight and we are at 80% the next morning.

 

[Stack]

Don't use this with the R1T and an Lectron adaptor, it will fry your R1T, I'm living this nightmare now.

Tesla makes a great charger! I have the Tesla J1772 Wall Connector. It's a 48amp charger that's compact and sleek.

Available from Amazon and Best Buy as well. J1772 Wall Connector https://shop.tesla.com/product/j1772-wall-connector?sku=1509549-02-B

 

[MIG]

The Autel Maxicharger has lots of features and is a solid performer. Under $500 if you have Amazon Prime.

 

[240vPlug]

Don't use this with the R1T and an Lectron adaptor, it will fry your R1T, I'm living this nightmare now.

No adapter required for the J1772 Tesla Wall Connector. This unit has a J1772 plug (not the NACS plug that comes on the standard TWC).

I read about your issue briefly....yeah that's not good. Shouldn't have happened. I definitely wouldn't recommend adapters for permanent home charging. As your issue highlights it's another failure point.

 

[LL75]

Another rec for Emporia charger! Worked and looked great so far. Can't beat the price either

 

[tylerdurden03]

Is there any estimated timeline for bidirectional? I would guess its not a high priority but hope I am wrong…

 

[240vPlug]

I don't recall any dates. Installing V2G at your home can get expensive. Will be interesting to see what it's able to do.

 

[Karen]

We have a Rivian Wall charger (hardwired) and a Grizzl-e level 2. both work great. The Grizzl-e is a plug in, so can move with us. Using a 14-50 plug (comes in 2 plug types). Just found out FPL Florida Power & Light) is offering a 'free' charger for just $39/mo. and unlimited charging if you charge nights and weekends.

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