ELEGRP 40A Portable Level 2
#12 in Up to 40 AFull review
A sturdy budget 40 A portable charger with a timer and a two-year warranty, for non-Tesla EV owners with a NEMA 14-50 outlet.
Amazon $209.99$209.99
3.7/5
The cheapest way to get 40 A from a NEMA 14-50 outlet, with a timer and adjustable current. Best for budget buyers who accept an unlisted charger and a one-year warranty.
- 40 A (9.6 kW)Power
- J1772 or Tesla (NACS)Plug
- Plug-in (NEMA 14-50), portableInstall
- 25 ftCable
- schedulingSmart
- 1 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$176.98
Price checked October 22, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Costs well under $200 for full 40 A charging
- Delay timer starts charging at off-peak hours without an app
- Can be turned down to 10-32 A for smaller circuits
- 25 ft cable and a carry bag for trips
Cons
- No published UL or ETL listing for this model
- One-year warranty is short
- Not ENERGY STAR certified, so it may not qualify for utility rebates
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 number | EV-ACS4002U / EV-ACS4002T |
|---|---|
| Charging | |
| Maximum power | 40 A (9.6 kW) |
| Adjustable current | Yes |
| Vehicle plug | J1772 or Tesla (NACS) |
| Cable length | 25 ft |
| Installation | Plug-in (NEMA 14-50), portable |
| Smart features | |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| App | No |
| Off-peak scheduling | Yes |
| Load sharing | No |
| OCPP (third-party networks) | No |
| Safety and build | |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Weather rating | IP66 |
| Lowest operating temperature | -22 °F |
| Warranty | 1 years |
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