ChargePoint Home Flex
#9 in 48 A and upFull review
A proven, app-driven 50 A home charger with the choice of a J1772 or Tesla plug. Good for buyers who want flexible installation and off-peak scheduling from a big-name brand.
Amazon $549$549
The ChargePoint Home Flex is the better level 2 EV charger overall, rated 4.2 to 3.3. The ChargePoint Home Flex leads on value and ENERGY STAR. The Autel MaxiCharger 80A wins on warranty and cable. The ChargePoint Home Flex costs $520 less ($549 vs $1,069).
Autel MaxiCharger 80A
#17 in 48 A and upFull review
For owners of large-battery trucks or EVs with 19.2 kW onboard chargers who have the panel capacity for a 100 A circuit. Most cars can’t use more than 48 A, so a 48 A unit is the better buy for them.
Amazon $1,069$1,069
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the ChargePoint Home Flex for value ($549 vs $1,069) and ENERGY STAR (ENERGY STAR certified vs not ENERGY STAR certified).
- Choose the Autel MaxiCharger 80A for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and cable (25 ft cable vs 23 ft cable).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 48 A and up level 2 EV charger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ChargePoint Home Flex | Autel MaxiCharger 80A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 70 $549 | 0 $1,069 |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 listed: UL and cUL listed; UL 2594 | 100 listed: UL certified (CSA) |
| Smart features 15% | 70 app control, off-peak scheduling | 70 app control, off-peak scheduling |
| ENERGY STAR 10% | 100 ENERGY STAR certified | 0 not ENERGY STAR certified |
| Weather rating 10% | 60 NEMA 3R: rain and splashes | 50 weather rating not stated (neutral score used) |
| Cable 10% | 85 23 ft cable | 100 25 ft cable |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| ChargePoint Home Flex | Autel MaxiCharger 80A | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Maximum power | 50 A (12 kW) | 80 A (19.2 kW) |
| Adjustable current | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle plug | J1772 or Tesla (NACS) | J1772 |
| Cable length | 23 ft | 25 ft |
| Installation | Plug-in or hardwired (NEMA 6-50, NEMA 14-50) | Hardwired |
| Smart features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Off-peak scheduling | Yes | Yes |
| Safety and build | ||
| Safety listing | UL and cUL listed; UL 2594 | UL certified (CSA) |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | No |
| Weather rating | NEMA 3R | - |
| Lowest operating temperature | -22 °F | - |
| Dimensions | 11.19 x 7.06 x 7.07 in | 16 x 5 x 7 in |
| Weight | 13.8 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2019-09 | 2025-12 |