Tested: Best EV chargers for 2024
To maximize the benefits of EV ownership, it’s essential to have high-voltage charging equipment at home. Further down the page you can find our most popular EV chargers.
Okay so you bought your first electric vehicle? Now what? There are a huge number of ways in which EV vehicle ownership will be drastically different from a petrol vehicle.
Trust me when I tell you, you will want to be charging at home as much as possible. In my opinion, the best time to charge your vehicle is while you’re asleep. You won’t notice the charging process, and it’s great to wake up to a fully charged battery, Now that you’ve had the introduction, you’re probably eager to find out which chargers are the best, right?
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ABB Terra AC 6AGC082152 EV-Charger
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Ev charging at home
EV charging has multiple levels, Level 1 is the oldest form of EV charging and is widely deprecated whereas Level 2/3 are widely used you can find out more information on these levels here
- Level 1: Uses 120-volt AC electricity to charge (i.e., a standard household outlet) with an output of roughly 1 kilowatt. Takes days to charge and very outdated.
- Level 2: Uses 240-volt AC electricity to charge with outputs generally between 6 and 19 kilowatts. Can charge an EV with a modestly sized battery overnight. Our most popular solution.
- Level 3/DC Fast-Charger: Uses 400- or 800-volt DC electricity to charge with output ranging from 50 to 350 kilowatts. Can charge an EV’s battery from 10 to 90 percent in as little as a half-hour.
How we tested EV chargers
When I put this journey together, I followed the path any new EV owner would. I asked myself the same questions I had when I first purchased an EV.Questions such as “I need to know fast it will charge” or “How long does the charge ACTUALLY last” Today, my personal car is a Tesla Model Y, which makes it the perfect test vehicle for this study.
The charging solutions I mentioned above address the main concerns of EV owners: flexibility and ease of use. While knowing the technical specifications of each charger is valuable, it’s essential to relate these specs to real-world use. In my opinion, the best time to charge an EV is while you’re asleep. You won’t notice the vehicle charging, and you’ll start each day with a full battery.
What are various types of EV chargers?
Charging capability is categorized into three tiers. Level 1 and Level 2 use 120-volt and 240-volt AC electricity, respectively, which is what your house is wired for.
Level 3, also called DC fast-charging, is high-voltage (400 to 800 volts) DC charging that takes place at a dedicated public EV charger and charges far faster.
Wiring my house to charge a EV and what's the cost?
A good middle ground is a 40- or 50-amp circuit, which will be able to charge most EVs overnight. EV charging equipment can either connect via a plug or be hardwired into your home’s electricity.
We suggest going with a14-50 outlet; that way the charging equipment simply plugs into an outlet, similar to any other household device. If you move, you can unplug your pricey EV charging equipment and take it with you, or you can easily switch to another unit in the future. Plus, when you’re not charging, that outlet could also be used for other 240-volt needs, such as an electric heater or a welder.
Does the charging system cope with the heat of Dubai?
Yes, absolutely! Charging equipment can handle outside temperatures of 50-60°C with ease. Just like your home’s electricity continues to work in extreme heat, electric chargers are designed to function reliably even in the high temperatures typical of Dubai. They are built to operate safely well above the temperatures you’ll encounter here. You can find a ton of information on dubizzle regarding EV charger adoption in Dubai.
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Why trust us?
I am proud to work at Shamsplug, the leading supplier of EV charging solutions in Dubai. Beyond our position as industry leaders, we are passionate EV enthusiasts who have been driving a diverse range of electric vehicles since 2014. This hands-on experience has given us a deep understanding of the EV world. As a result, I am very well-versed in the nuances and developments within the electric vehicle sector, If you want to read more about the rest of the team or simply learn about the business visit our about us page.
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