ChargePoint Home Flex vs Emporia EV Charger Level 2
Power, connector, cable, smart features, and price — side by side.
ChargePoint Home Flex
$599
vs
Emporia EV Charger Level 2
$429
The verdict at a glance
- ChargePoint Home Flex charges faster — up to 12 kW.
- Emporia EV Charger Level 2 costs less, starting at $429.
Full spec comparison
Spec
ChargePoint Home Flex
Emporia EV Charger Level 2
Max power
12 kW
11.5 kW
Amperage
50A
48A
Voltage
240V
240V
Connector
J1772
J1772
Cable length
23 ft
24 ft
Installation
Both
Both
Outdoor rating
NEMA 3R
NEMA 4
OCPP support
No
No
Smart features
4
4
Starting price
$599
$429
Pros and cons
ChargePoint Home Flex
- + Adjustable from 16A to 50A
- + Plug-in or hardwired
- + Access to ChargePoint network app
- + NEMA 3R outdoor rated
- – Some firmware updates have introduced bugs
- – App pushes paid subscription
Emporia EV Charger Level 2
- + Among the most affordable 48A chargers
- + Integrates with Emporia Vue energy monitor
- + Solar matching
- + Tax credit eligible
- – Newer brand vs incumbents
- – Customer support has had inconsistent reviews
Common questions
Which is faster, the Home Flex or the EV Charger Level 2?
ChargePoint Home Flex peaks at 12 kW on a 240V circuit, versus 11.5 kW for the other.
Which is cheaper?
Emporia EV Charger Level 2 has the lower street price at $429.
Does either support OCPP?
Neither supports OCPP. If you need commercial-network compatibility, look elsewhere.