Emporia Classic EV Charger

Award-Winning Performance You Can Trust

Experts agree: The Emporia Classic EV Charger sets the standard. 

Named the “Best Smart EV Home Charger” by MotorTrend, the “Best Overall Home EV Charger of 2024” by Good Housekeeping, and a “Best Home Charger” by NYTimes Wirecutter, it’s a proven choice for reliable and intelligent charging.

Fast, Dependable, and Built to Last

Say goodbye to range anxiety and slow overnight charging

The Classic charges your EV up to 9 times faster than a standard outlet, turning hours of charging into a quick evening routine. 

Durable and top-rated for indoor or outdoor installation

Built tough enough to handle any conditions, it’s the worry-free charging solution that ensures you’re always ready to go where life takes you.

A charger for every EV

No matter what you drive now or in the future, the Emporia Classic has you covered. It comes available with both the universal J1772 connector and the NACS (Tesla) connector, providing seamless charging for every electric vehicle.

Smart Features That Save You Money

Automated charging, automated savings

The Classic automatically charges during off-peak hours when electricity costs less, so you wake up to a full battery and lower energy bills.

Add the Vue Home Energy Monitor and we’ll manage Peak Demand and automatically charge with your excess solar power.

Easily see your monthly charging activity at a glance, visualize your charging days and costs, and navigate right to any day to see specific sessions.

Plus, get detailed information about individual charging sessions so you can know everything and understand what actions you can take to save money during your EV charging sessions.

The Emporia AI Energy Assistant analyzes your charging data to deliver instant, personalized insights. Ask questions the way you’d text a friend and get clear answers about costs, schedules, and energy savings.

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Is your electrical panel near its capacity? Instead of paying thousands for electrical upgrades, PowerSmart Load Management might be for you. It dynamically adjusts your charging speed to make sure your electrical panel never gets overloaded.

PowerSmart comes standard with the Emporia Pro, but can be added to the Emporia Classic for an extra cost. Get in touch with our team to learn more and get started.

Compare the Classic and Pro Chargers

Deciding between the Emporia Classic and Pro charger models? Here’s how they stack up:

The original award-winning level 2 EV charger. Reliable, safe, and smart charging for everyone.

Level 2 charging with no expensive electrical panel upgrade, plus extra energy management features.​

Emporia ClassicEmporia Pro
Price$429$599
Cable Length25'25'
InstallationNEMA Plug or HardwireNEMA Plug or Hardwire
Charging SpeedUp to 48AUp to 48A
Warranty Length3 Years3 Years
Smart Scheduling
Dynamic Load Management
Home Energy Monitoring
Solar Charging Integration
Peak Demand Management
ENERGY STAR Certified
NEMA Rated
UL Listed
Rear Entry Installation

Let us pick the right Emporia charger for you.

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Emporia Charger Selector

Usually printed on the main breaker switch at the top of your panel.

The Charger That Always Delivers

2,400+ reviews with a 4.7 average on Amazon

Get $100 towards your Emporia EV charger installation

When you purchase an Emporia EV charger, you get a $100 credit toward high-quality, professional installation when you book through our partner, Treehouse.

Frequently Asked Questions

What key tech specs should you know?

For complete specifications, view our Classic EV Charger spec sheet and installation guide. Here are some key specs at a glance:

  • Power Output: Up to 48 amps (hardwired) or 40 amps (NEMA 14-50 outlet)
  • Cable Length: 25 feet with remote holder
  • Connectors: Available with NACS (Tesla-style) and J1772 charging connectors
  • Rating: NEMA 4 rated for indoor or outdoor installation
  • Certifications: Energy Star rated and UL Certified
  • Warranty: 3 years

The Emporia Classic EV Charger costs $429, making it one of the most affordable level 2 chargers available.

The Classic EV Charger is perfect for everyday homeowners who want:

  • Fast, reliable charging for any electric vehicle
  • Smart scheduling and time of use management features
  • Additional smart energy management features when paired with the Vue Home Energy Monitor
  • An affordable, award-winning solution that’s easy to use
  • The flexibility of indoor or outdoor installation
  • Outstanding customer service and support

No problem. With our Intelligent Load Sharing feature, you can install multiple Emporia EV chargers (Classic or Pro, your choice) on the same circuit or sub-panel without expensive electrical upgrades. When one car is charging alone, it gets maximum power, and when multiple vehicles plug in, they share power to make sure all are ready when you need them.

This saves you thousands on installation costs while giving you the flexibility to add more charging as your household grows.

The Emporia Classic has earned impressive recognition from leading automotive and technology publications: