Emporia Classic EV Charger
#1 in 48 A and upFull review
A well-priced 48 A smart charger with a long cable and a weatherproof box. Good for most homes with enough panel capacity.
Amazon $449$449
The Emporia Classic EV Charger is the better level 2 EV charger overall, rated 4.7 to 3.6. The Emporia Classic EV Charger leads on value, smart features and weather rating. The Rivian Wall Charger wins on warranty. The Emporia Classic EV Charger costs $351 less ($449 vs $800).
Rivian Wall Charger
#11 in 48 A and upFull review
Rivian’s own 48 A wall charger, for Rivian owners who want the maker’s charger and a four-year warranty. Owners of other EVs get more for less elsewhere.
Rivian Gear Shop $800$800
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Emporia Classic EV Charger for value ($449 vs $800), smart features (app control, off-peak scheduling, load sharing vs app control) and weather rating (NEMA 4: rain, hose spray and dust vs NEMA 3R: rain and splashes).
- Choose the Rivian Wall Charger for warranty (4-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
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 | Emporia Classic EV Charger | Rivian Wall Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.7/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 90 $449 | 20 $800 |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 listed: UL 2594 (E528156) | 100 listed: UL 2594 (UL) |
| Smart features 15% | 100 app control, off-peak scheduling, load sharing | 40 app control |
| ENERGY STAR 10% | 100 ENERGY STAR certified | 100 ENERGY STAR certified |
| Weather rating 10% | 100 NEMA 4: rain, hose spray and dust | 60 NEMA 3R: rain and splashes |
| Cable 10% | 100 25 ft cable | 92 24 ft cable |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 75 4-year warranty |
Specifications
| Emporia Classic EV Charger | Rivian Wall Charger | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Maximum power | 48 A (11.5 kW) | 48 A (11.5 kW) |
| Adjustable current | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle plug | J1772 or Tesla (NACS) | J1772 or Tesla (NACS) |
| Cable length | 25 ft | 24 ft |
| Installation | Plug-in or hardwired (NEMA 14-50) | Hardwired |
| Smart features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Off-peak scheduling | Yes | - |
| Load sharing | Yes | - |
| OCPP (third-party networks) | - | Yes |
| Safety and build | ||
| Safety listing | UL 2594 (E528156) | UL 2594 (UL) |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | Yes |
| Weather rating | NEMA 4 | NEMA 3R |
| Lowest operating temperature | -22 °F | -22 °F |
| Dimensions | 12.6 x 9.06 x 3.39 in | 16.3 x 7.3 x 5.8 in |
| Weight | - | 24.2 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 4 years |