Emporia Classic EV Charger

Last updated: October 22, 2026

Emporia Classic EV Charger
4.7/5#1 of 12 in 48 A and up EV chargers
4.7

A well-priced 48 A smart charger with a long cable and a weatherproof box. Good for most homes with enough panel capacity.

  • 48 A (11.5 kW)Power
  • J1772 or Tesla (NACS)Plug
  • Plug-in or hardwired (NEMA 14-50)Install
  • 25 ftCable
  • Wi-Fi, app, scheduling, load sharingSmart
  • 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$449

Price checked October 22, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Long 25 ft cable reaches a car parked on either side of the garage
  • App schedules charging for off-peak rates and tracks the cost of each charge
  • Watertight NEMA 4 box for outdoor walls
  • Plug-in or hardwired, J1772 or Tesla plug
  • ENERGY STAR certified at a mid-range price
Cons
  • Panel load management costs extra and needs Emporia’s energy monitor
  • Plug-in version tops out at 40 A
  • Weight not published

How it scores

The rating comes from 7 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model numberEMEVSE1
Charging
Maximum power48 A (11.5 kW)
Adjustable currentYes
Vehicle plugJ1772 or Tesla (NACS)
Cable length25 ft
InstallationPlug-in or hardwired (NEMA 14-50)
Smart features
Wi-FiYes
AppYes
Off-peak schedulingYes
Load sharingYes
Safety and build
Safety listingUL 2594 (E528156)
ENERGY STARYes
Weather ratingNEMA 4
Lowest operating temperature-22 °F
Dimensions12.6 x 9.06 x 3.39 in
Warranty3 years

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