Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 50A
#3 in 48 A and upFull review
A well-built 50 A smart charger with wired Ethernet as a backup to Wi-Fi, for big-battery EV owners who can hardwire it.
Amazon $499$499
The Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 50A rates 4.5 among 48 A and up level 2 EV chargers; the Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 40A rates 4.0 among up to 40 A ones. The Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 50A costs $60 less ($499 vs $559).
Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 40A
#6 in Up to 40 AFull review
A solid 40 A plug-in smart charger with an unusually wide temperature range, for drivers in very cold climates who already have a 50 A outlet.
Autel Energy $559$559
Prices were last checked October 22, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (48 A and up and up to 40 A), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 50A | Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 40A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 80 $499 | 38 $559 |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 listed: UL 2594, UL 2231-1, UL 2231-2, CSA C22.2 (CSA) | 100 listed: UL 2594, UL 2231-1, UL 2231-2, CSA C22.2 (CSA) |
| Smart features 15% | 70 app control, off-peak scheduling | 70 app control, off-peak scheduling |
| ENERGY STAR 10% | 100 ENERGY STAR certified | 100 ENERGY STAR certified |
| Weather rating 10% | 100 NEMA 4: rain, hose spray and dust | 100 NEMA 4: rain, hose spray and dust |
| Cable 10% | 100 25 ft cable | 100 25 ft cable |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 50A | Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 40A | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Maximum power | 50 A (12 kW) | 40 A (9.6 kW) |
| Adjustable current | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle plug | J1772 | J1772 |
| Cable length | 25 ft | 25 ft |
| Installation | Hardwired | Plug-in (NEMA 14-50, NEMA 6-50) |
| Smart features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Off-peak scheduling | Yes | Yes |
| Safety and build | ||
| Safety listing | UL 2594, UL 2231-1, UL 2231-2, CSA C22.2 (CSA) | UL 2594, UL 2231-1, UL 2231-2, CSA C22.2 (CSA) |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | Yes |
| Weather rating | NEMA 4 | NEMA 4 |
| Lowest operating temperature | -40 °F | -40 °F |
| Dimensions | 13.23 x 7.36 x 3.35 in | 13.23 x 7.36 x 3.35 in |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |