Summary table of the 10 best charging stations for 2023
| Models | Connected | Load shedding | Max. power | Unlocking with RFID badge | Consumption monitoring | Value for money /10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Wallbox Copper SB |
yes |
yes |
22 kW |
yes |
yes |
10/10 |
|
Circontrol eHome |
no |
yes |
22 kW |
no |
no |
10/10 |
|
Wall Connector Tesla |
yes |
no |
22 kW |
no |
no |
10/10 |
|
Green'up - leg - 059003 Legrand |
yes |
no |
4.6 kW |
no |
yes |
8/10 |
|
P30 Series A Keba |
yes |
yes |
7.4 kW |
yes (optional) |
yes |
7,5/10 |
|
P30 98137 b-series-Keba |
yes |
no |
22 kW |
yes |
yes |
8/10 |
|
eNext S - Circontrol |
yes |
yes |
7.4 kW |
no |
no |
8,5/10 |
|
EVlink Smart - Scheinder |
yes |
yes |
22 kW |
yes |
no |
8/10 |
|
Witty - XEV101 - Hager |
no |
yes (optional) |
7.4 kW |
yes (with option) |
no |
8,5/10 |
|
ELVI - Evbox |
yes |
yes |
22 kW |
yes |
yes |
8/10 |
The 10 best home charging stations on the market in 2023
Let's take a look at the 10 best charging stations we've selected for you, which are among the highest quality on the market.
We'd like to make it clear that we're not ranking the different terminals against each other, we're simply making a comparison.
1. The Copper SB Wallbox
We had to mention the Wallbox bollard; La Copper Wallbox, the Madrid-based brand, is indisputably the leader today in electric charging stations. The brand distinguishes itself from its from its competitors by offering hyper-connected solutions hyper-connected solutions such as :
- activate / deactivate remote load
- set charging power between 1.4 kW and 22 kW
- program charging at desired times (off-peak charging)
- view consumption history and total electricity costs
- configure dynamic load
The aim is to offer you intelligent recharging, to this end, Wallbox has developed its own application called "MyWallbox". which allows you to control your vehicle's charging on all your devices.
This charging station operates via Plug & Play or RFID card. In Plug & Play mode, as soon as you connect the cable to your vehicle and to the terminal, your charge starts. If you activate RFID mode on the Wallbox web portal, only the RFID cards supplied with the Wallbox will be able to activate charging.
With the Cooper SB, Wallbox has a bollard considered by many to be as THE best bollard on the market. Its hyper connectivity enables it to automatically adapt its power to the vehicle to which it is connected. Thanks to its application where you can choose the amperage, you can :
- choose your charging power. Single-phase power can be set from 0 to 7.4 kW, while three-phase power can be set from 7.4 kW to 22 kW,
- start, stop and schedule sessions via your smartphone. Just make sure you have a good Internet connection.
Eco-smart mode, which lets you recharge your electric car using only what the solar panels produce (or solar panels + the grid), all from your mobile app.
Of course, it complies with IK10 and IP54 standards, so you can outdoor installation. To find out how much it will cost, contact one of our IRVE experts.
2. Circontrol eHome
For a home terminal installation, you can opt for: the Circontrol eHome and here are its main features:
- the terminal is basic, simple and reliable. So there' s no connection, no Bluetooth, no wifi, no apps,
- the terminal features the Beon dynamic charging system,
- Plug & Play charging mode is integrated into the charging station, enabling you to simply connect the type 2 - type 2 cable from the charging station to your vehicle to start charging. There are no recognition restrictions,
- The LED light bar on the front of the charging stand lets you know the status of the charging station. Whenthe blue LED flashes , charging is in progress , and if the blue LED remains steady , charging is complete,
- the terminal housing is made of ABS plastic (IK10) for greater robustness and UV resistance. As a result, the terminal can be installed both indoors and outdoors,
- the terminal of charging station CARPLUG 's eHome T2S is not afraid of extreme weather conditions. It' s designed to allow you to wrapthe charging cable around the terminal when not in use. You can also opt for an optional cable holder, even more practical with its automatic hooking system,
- you can safely recharge your electric car in mode 3, thanks to its type 2S socket.
3. Wall Connector Tesla
The Tesla Wall Connector is a charging station for electric vehicles manufactured by Tesla. It is designed to be installed in homes and businesses to provide a fast, efficient recharging solution for owners of Tesla and other compatible electric vehicles.
Here are the most important features of the Wall Connector:
- the terminal is capable of charging up to 80 amps. This means charging up to four times faster than with a standard household socket,
- It is equipped with WiFi connectivity, enabling users to monitor and control their vehicle's charging remotely via a mobile application.
The Tesla Wall Connector is a practical, essential accessory for electric car owners who want fast, reliable charging at home or at work.
4. Green'up - Leg - 059003 Legrand
Bonus mention for Legrand's Green'up. Legrand is a brand that has specialized in electrical equipment since 1919, and is particularly active in electrical installations for buildings. In other words, it's a big name in the field. This model is therefore part of its best-known range, Green'up. About the bollard's features :
- It is connected to a single-phase supply and delivers currents ranging from 3.7 to 4.6 kW,
- it enables type 2 and type 3 recharging, which are currently the most widely used recharging modes (type 1 being the mode used for reinforced sockets),
- It can be configured via Bluetooth, and you can control it using the app available on tablet and phone,
- the bollard is compatible with all electric vehicles without any problem, but it doesn't meet the standards required for outdoor use (IP44 and IK08), so you'll need to connect it indoors,
- for its price, this one is worth €1,269.
5. P30 Series A charging station - KEBA
Keba, one of the market leaders with over 250,000 wallboxes sold by April 2021was a natural choice for this ranking. The Austrian brand works in areas linked to sustainable development. To this end, it has been developing and producing its own charging stations since 2009. Let's take a look at the charging station itself:
- It also uses RFID for connectivity,
- it has an energy meter to measure your electricity consumption, so you can use it to make adjustments if you're using too much or too little,
- it is compatible with type 2 sockets and delivers 7.4 kW of power,
- The terminal is available from €1,089 incl. VAT.
6. P30 charging station 98137 b-series - KEBA
Continuing with the Austrian brand, we present you with the P30 98137 charging point. Like its sister, it uses the RFID system for connectivity connectivity and is compatible with type 2 sockets. It can be connected to single- or three-phase current, and is capable of delivering power up to 22 kW. Prices start at 1 170 € INCL. VAT.
7. eNext S wallbox terminal - CIRCONTROL
Circontrol is a Spanish company specializing in electric charging charging stations. It also develops environmentally-friendly mobility solutions. About Circontrol :
- is compatible with the ADVENIR PROGRAM. It allows you to recharge your vehicle without having to make manual manual contact with the terminal, as it is equipped with Bluetooth,
- It also delivers a not inconsiderable 7.4 kW of charging power,
- It plugs into a type 2 socket and is available at a list price of €724 incl. VAT.
8. EVlink Smart charging station - SCHNEIDER
One of the few charging stations from a French company to feature in this ranking the EVlink Smart Wallbox from Schneider. Background Schneider is one of the world leaders in the electrical sector. Today, the group is expanding its catalog, focusing on electrical and professional electrical solutions. As you'd expect, its catalogue its catalog includes charging stations, one of which we're particularly interested in of particular interest to us: the EVlink Smart.
Displayed at a list price of €1,800, this terminal is recognized on several counts:
- Its high resistance makes it ideal for outdoor installation,
- the bollard complies with IP55 and IK10 standards, making it particularly resistant to heavy rain and impact,
- for connectivity, it uses RFID technology. It can be connected to both single-phase and three-phase current, and delivers 22 kW of power.
9. Witty charging station - XEV101 - HAGER
Here's a bollard from Germany! Hager has always specialized in electrical solutions, and is one of the market leaders in theinstallation of charging stations for bothprofessional and private use. Their reputation has earned them a partnership with the famous carmaker Audi, to develop charging solutions and electrical systems for their range of electric vehicles. As far as charging stations are concerned, Hager has launched its Witty range, which includes charging stations with a single reinforced socket.
As far as the XEV101 model from this same range is concerned, it's a very simplistic bollard, but no less high quality, and here's why:
- it is a wall-mounted terminal that connects to a single-phase current
- The XEV101 has a lockable type 2 socket. It has no connectivity system, however, but features a "delayed start" mode that lets you charge your vehicle during off-peak hours, so you pay less for your recharge.
You can purchase it for €950 incl. VAT.
10. ELVI wallbox charging station - EVBOX
Based in Amsterdam, EVBOX is one of the leaders in the charging station sector (its speciality). It has a strong presence in France, notably in Bordeaux, where it has deployed its development and production site for accelerated charging stations, which is now its spearhead.
With its ELVI charging station, EVBOX offers a top-of-the-range charging station that will appeal to the widest possible range of users. Displayed at a list price of €910, here's what this charging point reveals:
- from 2.3 to 22 kW,
- adapted to all electric vehicle users,
- a terminal compatible with the type 2 socket,
- access information on your electric vehicle's charging status thanks to its Wifi connectivity
Criteria to take into account when installing your charging station.
Your routes
One of the most important criteria doesn't directly concern the charging station, but rather the use you make of your vehicle. If you use your electric vehicle mainly for short, everyday journeys.
Running errands, commuting the average 25 km to workpicking up a baguette from a local bakery, going to the gym, etc. In this case, a simple reinforced single-phase plug with a power rating of 3.2 kW will do the trick. This is all the more true if your workplace is equipped with charging stations for employees.
However, you need to know how much power in kW your vehicle needs to be recharged, and whether you only need alternating current or also direct current(fast charging).
Not all electric vehicles accept the same charging power. So don't choose a charging station that provides higher charging power, and is probably more expensive, than your vehicle can handle.
To find out more : How much recharging power for your electric car?
Protection standards
Depending on where you install your charging station, you'll need one that meets a number of criteria and protection standards.
This is specifically for you if you want to install an outdoor charging station. When we talk about electronic devices and the outdoors, we inevitably think of the risks associated with rain. As we all know, water and electricity don't mix. That's why it's so important to choose a charging station that meets IP54 and IK10 standards.
The IP54 standard protects electrical equipment from dust and liquid splashes.
The IK10 standard corresponds to equipment with a shock resistance of 20 joules or to a falling element. This equipment is resistant to impacts of up to 5 kg and 0.4 m in height.
Connectors
The criterion I'm about to talk about is a selection criterion that will depend essentially on your tastes, and secondarily on your needs and means.
Connectivity is an increasingly important part of our daily lives.
Connected bollards are an expensive but important investment that pays off in the long term. To this end, the following functions are provided with these bollards:
- Track your electricity consumption
- Set and configure the terminal to charge only during off-peak hours
- Block foreign users from recharging
- Connection to your photovoltaic system (Eco smart on WallBoxes)
- Choose the power in kW delivered by the terminal
- Resell the charge on your terminal if its use can be shared (B2B, B2C, C2C resale prohibited).
You can track your consumption in real time using the applications linked to the terminals. And a host of other features that will be unique to each terminal.
Charging stations with load shedding
Load shedding is an option available on some charging stations. It allows your charging station to adapt to your home's consumption in real time, to prevent your fuses from blowing.
For example, if you're on a single-phase system with a 9 kVA contract power and your home consumes 4 kVA of the 9 kVA, you're left with 5 kVA. On single-phase, a recharging point draws 7.4 kW (equal to 7.4 kVA), so without your load shedding, the fuses will blow. With load shedding, the recharging point will draw 5 kW.
Among other things, it becomes necessary on certain installations where the subscribed power is insufficient to support the consumption of the bollard. is insufficient to support the terminal's consumption. If you and don't install it, you run the risk of your installation regularly that your installation regularly switches off, which can become very uncomfortable or even make it virtually impossible to use your hydrant.
Now you've got everything you need to make your choice! We've detailed the criteria you need to take into account before unveiling the top 10 best charging stations on the market in 2023! Now it's up to you!
If you have any further questions about your project, whether as a private individual or a professional, don't hesitate to contact our experts! They'll help you manage your project.
