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 3.8. The Emporia Classic EV Charger leads on value, ENERGY STAR and weather rating. The Tesla Universal Wall Connector wins on warranty. The Emporia Classic EV Charger costs $211 less ($449 vs $660).
Tesla Universal Wall Connector
#10 in 48 A and upFull review
Tesla’s 48 A wall charger with a built-in J1772 adapter, for households with a Tesla and another EV. Buy it from Tesla rather than a marked-up reseller.
Tesla $660$660
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 $660), ENERGY STAR (ENERGY STAR certified vs not ENERGY STAR certified) and weather rating (NEMA 4: rain, hose spray and dust vs NEMA 3R: rain and splashes).
- Choose the Tesla Universal Wall Connector 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 | Tesla Universal Wall Connector |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.7/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 90 $449 | 48 $660 |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 listed: UL 2594 (E528156) | 100 listed: UL 2594 (cULus E351001) |
| Smart features 15% | 100 app control, off-peak scheduling, load sharing | 100 app control, off-peak scheduling, load sharing |
| ENERGY STAR 10% | 100 ENERGY STAR certified | 0 not 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 | Tesla Universal Wall Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Maximum power | 48 A (11.5 kW) | 48 A (11.5 kW) |
| Adjustable current | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle plug | J1772 or Tesla (NACS) | Tesla (NACS) or J1772 |
| 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 | Yes |
| Load sharing | Yes | Yes |
| Safety and build | ||
| Safety listing | UL 2594 (E528156) | UL 2594 (cULus E351001) |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | No |
| Weather rating | NEMA 4 | NEMA 3R, IP54 |
| Lowest operating temperature | -22 °F | -22 °F |
| Dimensions | 12.6 x 9.06 x 3.39 in | 13.6 x 6.1 x 5.9 in |
| Weight | - | 13 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 4 years |