Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3) vs Grizzl-E Classic

Power, connector, cable, smart features, and price — side by side.

Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3)

$475

vs

Grizzl-E Classic

$300

The verdict at a glance

  • Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3) charges faster — up to 11.5 kW.
  • Grizzl-E Classic costs less, starting at $300.
  • Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3) has the richer smart-feature set (WiFi, app, scheduling, etc.).

Full spec comparison

Spec
Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3)
Grizzl-E Classic
Max power
11.5 kW
9.6 kW
Amperage
48A
40A
Voltage
240V
240V
Connector
NACS
J1772
Cable length
24 ft
24 ft
Installation
Hardwired
Plug-in
Outdoor rating
NEMA 3R
NEMA 4X
OCPP support
No
No
Smart features
4
0
Starting price
$475
$300

Pros and cons

Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3)

  • + Sleek design
  • + Native Tesla integration
  • + Power-sharing across multiple units
  • + Premium build quality
  • – Hardwired only
  • – NACS connector requires adapter for non-Tesla EVs

Grizzl-E Classic

  • + Outdoor-rated NEMA 4 enclosure
  • + Made in Canada
  • + No app required — just charge
  • + Lifetime warranty
  • – No WiFi or scheduling
  • – No remote diagnostics
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Common questions

Which is faster, the Wall Connector (Gen 3) or the Classic?

Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3) peaks at 11.5 kW on a 240V circuit, versus 9.6 kW for the other.

Which is cheaper?

Grizzl-E Classic has the lower street price at $300.

Does either support OCPP?

Neither supports OCPP. If you need commercial-network compatibility, look elsewhere.