What's the best electric car home charger to get?

Charging and Infrastructure
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Anyone thought about going the DIY route? Seems like it could save some cash, but I also worry about potential issues down the line.

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Cost is important, but don’t forget safety! Every corner you cut could come back to bite you.

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LOL, imagine trying to install a charger and ending up with a transformer instead! Definitely worth leaving this to the pros if you’re unsure!

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I think I’m leaning towards professionals for this one. It’s crucial to get it right, especially with electrical work involved.

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It really varies! Most of the time, the actual installation is quick, but permits can take a while, depending on where you live.

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I recently got the ChargePoint Home Flex and love it! It’s super versatile with multiple power settings. Charges my car quickly and integrates well with their app. Highly recommended!

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Sounds great! I’ve heard good things about ChargePoint, but I’m also looking at the JuiceBox. Any opinions on that?

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I have the JuiceBox 40 and it’s been solid. Charges my car quickly and has WiFi connectivity for monitoring. However, I noticed it can get slightly noisy while charging.

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I’ve had the JuiceBox for a year now, and while I agree it’s good, some days it takes longer than expected to charge. Just my experience!

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I went with the Siemens VersiCharge and it’s been excellent! It works well for my Nissan Leaf and the installation was straightforward. Just wish it had a better app interface.

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That’s a bummer! App functionality is so important nowadays. How fast does it charge your Leaf?

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It charges my Leaf fully in about 5-6 hours on the standard setting. Not as fast as some others, but it’s been reliable overall.

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I’m curious if anyone has experience with the Wallbox Pulsar Plus. It looks compact but powerful. Would love to hear how it performs!

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I’ve seen that model! It seems to get a lot of hype. But is it really worth it?

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I’ve had the Wallbox Pulsar for a few months and it’s been great! Compact design and charges my car quickly. The app could be better, but it’s manageable.

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That’s a common theme across chargers! Is there a model that people think has the best app functionality?

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I’ve found that the ChargePoint app is the most user-friendly. You can schedule charging times, which helps with electricity rates. Very practical!

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I might lean towards that. Especially if I can save a few bucks on charging!