ChargePoint vs. Grizzle-E | Which one is better? | EV America (2023)

To compare apples to apples, this article examines thehome charging flexand the Grizzl-E Smart side by side.

To make sure you get the best value out of your electric car and pay as little as possible to charge it, you need to "run" the system.

This means that your charging system must be able to schedule charging times to ensure power is delivered at the lowest possible cost. So you can take advantage of TOU (Time of Use) schemes from utility companies.

Grizzl-E Tier 2 EV Charger Series

Six models of the Grizzl-E EV home charger are available:

1. The classic Grizzl-E loader.
2. The Mini Grizzl-E charger.
3. The Grizzl-E smart charger.
4. The Extreme Edition Grizzl-E charger.
5. The special edition Grizzl-E charger
6. The Grizzl-E Duo charger.

The classic Grizzl-E loader

This is the base model of the series, which does not offer any of the SMART access features; however, it has all the single-vehicle cargo capabilities of the other models.

The Classic home EV charger comes with the following items:
1️⃣ 24ft soft cable
2️⃣ Mounting bracket and screws
3️⃣ Easy EV Estojo Plug
4️⃣ The home charger

The Mini Grizzl-E charger

At just 6.9" x 3.1" x 2.4", the Mini Grizzl-E is a versatile portable unit that accepts both 120 and 240 volt power sources.

The only limitation of the Mini Grizzl-E charger is that it has a maximum charging capacity of 9.6 kW.

The Mini model is supplied with the following elements:
1️⃣ Easy EV Estojo Plug
2️⃣ Soft transport case
3️⃣ The charging unit

Charger The Smart Grizzl-E

The Smart Grizzl-E home charging station has all the capabilities of the Classic model; however, it adds SMART functionality, which includes the features listed below.

• Wi-Fi connectivity.
• View system billing statistics.
• Set a schedule for charging times.
• The "smart" Grizzl-E charger system allows for integration into utility TOU (Time of Use) schemes which help reduce charging costs and help balance utility consumption load.
• The system allows you to control the Grizzl-E charger remotely.

The Grizzl-E Smart Charger comes with the following items:

• 24 foot soft cord
• mounting bracket and screws
• Easy EV Estojo plug.
• The charger.

The SMART Charger can be connected to any device using the Open Charging Point Protocol (OCPP), which communicates between the EV, the charging station, and a computer running OCPP 1.6J software.

The Smart system is available below:

The Grizzl-E Extreme Edition Charger

The Extreme Edition Grizzl-E Charger is designed for outdoor use and includes a camo paint scheme on the box and Easy EV Plug sleeve.

The special edition Grizzl-E charger

The special edition Grizzl-E Charger is designed in a sleek white casing.

The Grizzl-E charger duo

The Grizzl-E Duo Magazine is essentially two classic magazines in one box. The system can charge two electric vehicles simultaneously and provides up to 10 kW of charging current per vehicle.

The intelligent power system ensures that the maximum current available is shared with each vehicle.

The Grizzl-E Duo charger comes with the following items:
1️⃣ Two lengths of 24ft soft cable
2️⃣ Mounting bracket and screws
3️⃣ Two Easy EV Plug kits
4️⃣ The charger contains two systems housed in a single body

Specifications common to all Grizzl-E chargers

Key points to consider when purchasing the Grizzl-E Level 2 charger.

The Grizzl-E charging system has several features common to all models in the range, listed below.

1. The Grizzl-E charging system is fully compatible with all electric vehicles currently manufactured.
2. The Grizzl-E charger has adjustable power that includes the following amperages (16 amps, 24 amps, 32 amps, and 40 amps).
3. Assorted amplifiers provide up to 10kw of power.
4. The Grizzl-E system will accept power sources ranging from 20 amp, 30 amp, 40 amp, and 50 amp breakers.
5. At the lowest power setting (20 amp input, 16 amp output, 7.7 kW), the system provides enough charge to power an EV 10-12 miles for every hour of charging. When set to the maximum 40 amp setting (50 amps input, 40 amps output, 10kW), the system will provide enough charge for 28-30 miles per hour of charging.
6. The system is sold with two types of optional connectors,NEMA 14-50 and NEMA 60-50.
7. The Grizzl-E charger is housed in a waterproof aluminum case, so the system can be used both indoors and outdoors.
8. The system ships with 24 feet of cable, which is designed to remain flexible no matter how cold it gets.
9. The package includes a cable management system with a practical case to store the connector plug, keeping it clean and dry.
10. The charger requires a 208 volt to 240 volt power source. The Mini will accept 120v.
11. The systems are equipped with the following electronic protections: overcurrent, overvoltage, ground fault and overtemperature.
12. The warranty period for the different models ranges from 3 to 5 years.

ChargePoint Flexible Home Charger

1. A single model is available, which can be configured by the installing electrician for a range of power levels.
2. Available levels are 16 amps, 24 amps, 32 amps, 40 amps, and 38 amps.
3. Watt rating ranges from 3.8 kW to 12 kW depending on the amplifier rating selected at installation.
4. At its highest rating, the system will provide enough charge to add 37 miles of range per hour of charge.
5. Three types of connectors are available: NEMA 6-50, NEMA 14-50, and hardwired options.
6. As with the Grizzl-E charger, the device can charge all electric vehicles.
7. Ohome charging flexThe charger is a SMART system with a free downloadable smartphone app.
8. Smart components provide functionality to monitor charging progress and adjust charging speed.
9. The system can also be integrated with SMART home virtual assistants (Alexa, Google Home or SIRI).
10. ChargePoint has the built-in ability to schedule charging sessions that start as soon as the cost of the power supply drops and stop when the cost increases.
11. The ChargePoint system has TOU (Use time) allowing you to deliver cost savings while helping to balance utility power loads.
12. A 23-foot charging cable is provided.
13. The system can be used indoors and outdoors.

Common Features: Grizzl-E vs ChargePoint

Here are the Grizzl-E vs. ChargePoint charging systems have one thing in common.

1. The main models of the Grizzl-E and ChargePoint systems require a 240 volt power source.
2. Both systems can be configured for a maximum output of 40 amps.
3. Both systems will accept an input current of 50 amps.
4. Both products ship with wall accessories that include cable management.
5. SMART Grizzl-E and ChargePoint systems have TOU capabilities.
6. Both systems are compatible with currently manufactured electric vehicles.
7. Both systems ship with over 22 feet of cable.
8. Both systems are designed to qualify for thefederal alternative fuels infrastructure taxCredit, which provides a tax credit of 30% of the cost of the charger.

Diferencias notables: Grizzl-E Smart vs ChargePoint

The differences between the two chargers are listed below.

1. The Grizzl-E system can be plugged into a standard NEMA 6-50 or 14-50R outlet. The ChargePoint system has the added benefit of being plugged in or hardwired (accessory must be installed by a qualified electrician).
2. The “Mini” Grizzl-E can run on 120 and 240 volts and can be plugged into any standard electrical outlet.
3. The Grizzl-E amp's rating is user adjustable, while the ChargePoint system requires an electrician to change the amp's settings.
4. ChargePoint offers an app for smartphones.
5. The Cost: Grizzl-E models retail for between $395.00 (Classic), $475.00 (Smart) and $799.00 (Duo), while the ChargePoint system retails for $749.00.
6. The Grizzl-E system's highest power rating is 10 kW, while ChargePoint's highest rating is 12 kW.
7. At its highest rating, the ChargePoint system will provide 37 miles of range per hour of charging, compared to 30 miles with the Grizzl-E charger.

Verdicto final: Grizzle-E vs. Grizzle-Ehome charging flex

The ChargePoint system has added features including a mobile app on any smartphone and a nominally faster charge rate.

The Grizzl-E Tier 2 EV Charger offers several charger models, ranging from a single base unit, a smart charger to a dual charging system priced very similar to a single ChargePoint vehicle.

Both charging systems provide a stable and capable method of charging an electric vehicle. The Grizzl-E SMART EV charger is 40% cheaper than the ChargePoint device.

The Grizzl-E duo charger is only $50.00 more than the ChargePoint system and can charge two vehicles simultaneously.

Ultimately, the deciding factor will be cost. The Grizzl-E is by far the best value charger on the market today. Although many industry experts consider the ChargePoint to be the best overall home charger in terms of features and quality.