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Best Home EV Charger for Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 is the brand’s mass-market electric crossover SUV based on the MEB platform. The ID.4 is built from the ground up as a battery electric vehicle and has been on sale in the United States since 2021.
As of late 2022, VW is now producing ID.4s from the company’s plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee for the North American market. This means shorter wait times and more affordable prices. The US-built ID.4 has either a 62 kWh or 82 kWh battery pack.
The ID.4 uses an industry-standard J1772 / CCS connector combo for charging at home and on the road. US-spec cars are able to charge at 125 kW on level 3 public chargers, and up to 11 kW at home on Level 2. Full charging at home is expected to take between 7.5 and 11.5 hours depending on the charging station’s power.
Wallbox Pulsar Plus (40 and 48 Amp)
The Wallbox Pulsar Plus is our top pick for a charger with a compact and attractive design at just 7.8″ x 7.9″ x 3.9″ in dimensions.
Available in 40 and 48 amp versions, the Pulsar Plus can charge up to 8 times faster than Level 1 (110v) charging. The Wallbox unit features a 25 foot long cable, the maximum allowed length. The 48 amp version of the Pulsar Plus is able to deliver up to 11.5 kW of power, cutting down charge times to just a few hours rather than overnight. This is a great choice for VW ID.4 owners looking to take advantage of the full 11 kW charging capability.
Wallbox also works great for households with multiple EVs that need to be charged simultaneously. Two or more Wallbox chargers on the same circuit can communicate with each other and balance the available household power between chargers. See full review.
Specs
- 40 and 48 amp versions
- 25 foot long charge cable
- Indoor/Outdoor operation
- NEMA 14-50 outlet, or hardwired
- Wifi and Bluetooth connectivity
Pros
Compact design with clear indicator lights, myWallbox app companion app for control and charge monitoring
Cons
The app is rather basic compared to other chargers
Grizzl-E Level 2 EV Charger (40 Amp)
The Level 2 home charger from Grizzl-E is a compelling option for ID.4 owners looking for durability and value. It is a simple utilitarian design metal box with an LED indicator light and heavy-duty construction. Their basic version of the Grizzl-E has no screens or wifi connectivity options, just an industrial box with 40 amps of power delivery, which should translate to about 9 kW usable charging speed. Hardware dip switches inside the unit can be used to set lower amp loads for use on lower-power electric circuits.
Grizzl-E is based in Canada, so their products are designed to perform in extreme weather conditions. The operating temperature range is between -22F to 122F for outdoor usage.
This charger is available with either NEMA 14-50 or NEMA 06-50 wall connectors (check the SKU when ordering), and all variants can be hardwired by an electrician. See our full review here.
Specs
- 40 amps, or as low as 16
- 24-foot long charge cable
- Indoor/Outdoor operation
- NEMA 14-50, NEMA 06-50, or hardwired options
Pros
Good value, durable construction and materials, heavy duty charging cable, suitable for extreme climates
Cons
No smart features or app control
Electrify America Level 2 Charger (40 Amp)
You have probably heard of Electrify America, it is the company behind the largest public fast charging network in the US, behind Tesla’s Supercharger network. Electrify America has an excellent charging station for home too, delivering up to 40 amps. Your ID.4 likely comes with free charging credit from Electrify America upon purchase of the car.
Frequent users of Electrify America’s public network will appreciate the integration of this home charger with the Electrify America app. Using a single app for managing both home and public charging is the main competitive advantage of this home charger.
The EA home charging station is widely compatible with all EVs that support the standard J1772 charging connector. The 24-foot vehicle connector cable is thick and sturdy, suitable for indoor or outdoor usage. A well-rounded choice for ID.4 owners.
Specs
- Up to 40 amps, can be configured as low as 16 amps
- 24 foot long charge cable
- Indoor/Outdoor operation
- NEMA 14-50, or can be hardwired
- UL Listed
- Wifi Connectivity
Pros
Energy Star Certified and UL Listed, reputable brand and excellent customer support, one app for both public and home charging, 3 year warranty is confidence inspiring
Cons
The charger box is physically larger than most, at 15.75″ x 8.66″. The glossy black plastic shell is sturdy, but may not appeal to everyone’s tastes
Emporia Smart Level 2 EV Charger (48 Amp)
The Emporia home EV charger is easy to recommend if you already have other Emporia energy products in your home, as the app can control a variety of Emporia hardware. But this charging station is a compelling product by itself too. While cheaper than many competitors on the market, Emporia does not cut corners where it matters most.
We really liked the high power output (48 amps hardwired, 40 amps over NEMA 14-50), and the highly durable single-piece metal charge cord holder. Most competing brands throw in a cheap plastic cord holder into the box. Installation and app configuration was relatively easy as well. You can see our full review here.
Specs
- Up to 48 amps, when hardwired
- 24 foot long cable
- Indoor/Outdoor operation
- NEMA 14-50 outlet or hardwired
Pros
Lower cost than competitors, up to 48 amps of power, app connectivity and scheduling, really good metal charge plug holder, the installation was easy
Cons
The charge cord is shorter than the competition, the charger casing is made from plastic
JuiceBox 40 Smart from Enel-X (40 Amp)
JuiceBox 40 from Enel-X is a popular home charger and a good choice for ID.4 owners. This smart charger is priced in the middle of the pack and offers competitive 40 amp charging performance and smart scheduling/monitoring options via a companion smartphone app. Users are also able to control charging via Google Home and Amazon Alexa voice assistant.
DIY installers will be pleased with the easy mounting instructions of the JuiceBox charger, there is just one simple wall bracket that needs to be attached to your wall. The charger can also be locked with an included key to the bracket, so the JuiceBox can not be easily removed and stolen from your wall. This is a nice feature for chargers mounted outside or in apartment complex parking lots.
When ordering, check between NEMA 14-50 plug-in version or the hardwired version for a cleaner look.
Specs
- Up to 40 amps
- 25 foot charge cable
- Indoor/Outdoor operation
- NEMA 14-50 and hardwired variants
- 3 year warranty
Pros
Key locking to the bracket, UL Listed, Energy Star certification, Wi-Fi connectivity and charging scheduling, integrated cord holder, simple installation
Cons
Some users reported finicky Wi-Fi performance (but there have been several software updates since), and the charging cable is less pliable in cold weather than competitors
Lectron 240V (40 Amp)
Lectron makes a ton of models, but this specific 40 amp charger is our favorite budget pick. Competitively priced and often on sale, this charger is small and portable. But unlike most travel charging adapters, the 40 amp Lectron could be your main home charger.
There are no apps or connectivity options, but the always-on display shows you critical information about the charging session such as current, voltage, temperature, and charge time. Most new EVs allow you to schedule charging sessions from their infotainment system anyway.
Downsides? The warranty is only one year, and this charger is not suitable for frequent outdoor use (especially not in extreme climates) Our full Lectron review.
Specs
- 40 amps
- 18 foot long charge cable
- Indoor operation
- NEMA 14-50 plug, no hardwiring
Pros
Great power output for a budget charger, more portable than wall-mounted chargers, always on display with charge stats
Cons
Not really suitable for outdoor operation, Lectron customer service does not have a great reputation and shorter warranty than premium brands
VW ID.4 Charging Fast Facts
| EV Charging Connector | J1772 / CCS |
| Battery Capacity | 62 – 82 kWh |
| Level 2 Charging Power | 7 – 11 kW |
| Level 2 Max Amps | 32 – 48 A |
| Level 2 [20-80%] Charge Time | ~5 Hours |
| Level 3 Peak Power | 125 kW |
Level 3 DC Charging Curve
Frequently Asked Questions about charging the Volkswagen ID.4
The VW ID.4 comes with a Level 1 (110v) charging cable. This is only good for adding about 3 miles of range to the car per hour. So if you drive your ID.4 more than 20-30 miles per day, you will definitely benefit from installing a home Level 2 EV charger.
US spec ID.4s do not have heat pumps, an electric resistance heater element is used instead to keep the cabin warm. But Canadian spec cars have it as standard equipment, because of harsher climates. (But the ID.4 is also a lot more expensive in Canada)
No, not yet. Tesla has announced plans to let non-Teslas charge on the Supercharger network, but it is not widely available yet. Tesla is expected to open Supercharging stations to other brands later in 2023. Electrify America is the largest competing network of fast chargers in the USA for ID.4 drivers.
ID.4s with a smaller battery can charge at 7.2 kW on level 2 at home and 110 kW at public fast chargers. The cars with the larger battery can charge at 11 kW at home, and up to 125 kW on level 3.
VW recommends charging up to 80% for day-to-day driving and only charging up to 100% just immediately before taking a longer trip. It is perfectly fine to use the entire battery capacity of any EV, as long as the battery does not spend prolonged amounts of time near 0% or 100% state of charge. This article has more in-depth information about battery maintenance.
The charging plug is located in the rear right corner of the vehicle. The same as fuel doors on contemporary VW gas cars. 
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