Good to know: The Easee Home charging point is banned from sale in Sweden and the Netherlands.
Presentation of the two terminals: Wallbox Pulsar socket vs Easee
Charging capacity and plug type
The Pulsar Socket Wallbox and Easee Home are capable of supplying power ranging from 7.4 to 22 kW in single-phase. In three-phase, you can obtain a load capacity of 11 kW to 22 kW.
For example, if you want to recharge your Tesla Model 3 with one of its two charging stationsHere are the recharge times you'll get, depending on the wattage:
| Puissance de charge | Puissance acceptée par la Tesla Model 3 | Temps de recharge |
|---|---|---|
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3.7 kW
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3.7 kW
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9 hours and 19 minutes
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7.4 kW
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7.4 kW
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4 hours and 40 minutes
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11 kW
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11 kW
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3 hours and 08 minutes
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22 kW
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11 kW
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3 hours and 08 minutes
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To recharge, you need to use a type 2 cable to connect your charging point to your vehicle.
Connectivity : Wallbox Pulsar socket vs Easee
By purchasing a Pulsar socket Wallbox or an Easee, you can take advantage of an internet connection directly on your charge box. This connectivity will allow you to monitor your consumption and remaining recharge time in real time from your phone. It also allows you to adjust your settings and make regular updates.
La Wallbox Pulsar Socket offers a range of connectivity options, with the ability to connect via Wi-Fi, Ethernet, 4G or Bluetooth. This diversity gives you the flexibility to link your terminal to your smartphone.
As for Easee Home, it can also offer you practical connectivity options. You can get an internet connection via a eSIM or using your Wi-Fi. An eSIM is equivalent to a physical SIM found in our phones, but this one is virtual, so you don't have to insert anything into your box.
Last but not least, you can easily control these two recharging points using their mobile application. Wallbox and Easee. However, at present, the application dedicated to Easee's charging points is not optimal. It still has a number of problems that users have noticed.
Wallbox Pulsar Socket vs Easee: technical specifications
These two charging stations have a wide range of features, so we're going to compare the main ones, such as dimensions, protection ratings and even impact resistance, in a table to give you an overview.
| Caractérisques techniques | Wallbox Pulsar socket | Easee Home |
|---|---|---|
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Case dimensions
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204.3 x 313 x 142.5 mm
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256 × 193 × 106 mm
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Supported temperature
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-30°C to 40°C
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-30° to 50°C
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Weight
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2.5 kg
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1.5 kg
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Protection class
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IP55
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IP54
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Impact resistance
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IK10
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IK10
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Overload protection
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Yes
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Yes
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Wallbox Pulsar Socket vs Easee, which is the most reliable?
As we saw in the previous sections, the two terminals are similar in many respects. But is one terminal more reliable than the other?
La Wallbox Pulsar Socket has had more time to prove itself to thousands of users with a unanimous opinion on its performance. It comes more than highly recommended, with very good reviews on the Internet, and our experts strongly recommend it in terms of value for money. What's more, this brand of recharging solution is a pioneer in the recharging station market and has an excellent reputation. It also continues to develop advanced versions of its products, with regular software updates.
On the other hand, the Easee is still at the experimental stage in France, where it is not yet available in many homes. Fans of electric cars are also voicing their concerns about the reliability of this charging point on forums. What's more, an important piece of information about this charging unit is that it doesn't come with a blanking plate, so you'll need to get one before installing it. The blanking plate consists of flaps or shutters located inside the contacts of the type 2 socket. These remain closed by default and prevent access to the conductive parts of the socket when no cable is inserted in the box. However, to install this obturator, the installer must alter the appearance of your charging unit and therefore your manufacturer's warranty will no longer be valid.
The shutter is an important safety measure to prevent accidental contact with electrical parts from the plug when not in use. This will reduce the risk of electric shock, particularly for children who might push objects into the plug.
What's more, not having a shutter in your socket does not comply with the IRVE decree or the NFC15-100 standard. As a result of this non-compliance, your recharging point will will not be covered by home insurance, and will therefore have to pay any repair costs.
The IRVE decree regulates the installation of charging solutions in France. It guarantees the safety of users of charging stations in private and public places. The NFC15-100 standard aims to protect low-voltage electrical infrastructure by laying down strict rules for the design, installation and maintenance of charging stations.
Banned from sale in several countries
The Swedish Electrical Safety Authority (ESV), also known as the Elsäkerhetsverket has written a report in which it bans the sale of Easee charging points in Sweden and the Netherlands until a new decision is taken by the ESV.
This decision is due to the earth leakage protection present in the charging box, which is done electronically (by software) and not physically (electromechanically). However, the recharging solution brand did not document this as it should have in the documentation on their recharging point.
Earth leakage is an electrical problem that can occur when recharging your electric car if you have no protection. This problem leads to a deliberate loss of electrical current to earth. This can be dangerous, as users can receive electric shocks by touching a metal part on the charging point, or damage the equipment or the vehicle.
This decision is not final, and the ESV is currently reviewing its decision on the basis of a new report sent to it by Easee. If you would like to find out more about this sales ban, Easee has published a press release explaining the problems encountered and the future of their charging points.
Our findings
We can see that the Wallbox Pulsar Socket is the obvious choice when it comes to installing a reliable and safe recharging solution for your home. Its reputation and value for money make it the best option to consider if you want to buy a connected charging point. What's more, there's a slight difference in price between the Wallbox and the Easee. However, the lower cost of the Norwegian brand is the price of a non-compliant and potentially dangerous charging point for your daily charging.
Wallbox Pulsar Socket vs Easee: their prices
The price of charging solutions varies according to the model and the options you add, such as load shedding. This option is important because it ensures that the fuses don't blow when you recharge your electric vehicle, count 120 euros if you have single-phase or 196 if you have a three-phase supply. As a reminder, load shedding is not linked to the charging point; it requires installation. It must also be indicated on a single line on your installation estimate.
Concerning our two charging stationsthe Wallbox Pulsar Socket is €920, then you need to add load shedding if you wish and the installation cost of €450 excluding VAT (VAT is 5.5 %).
If you install the Pulsar Socket Wallbox in single-phase, we have : 920 + 120.60 + 474.25 = €1514.85 INCL. TAX
The calculation for Easee Home is as follows: 890 € + 120.60 + 474.25 = 1484.85 € INCL. VAT
Please note that the above prices are estimates only. The cost of your installation will vary according to the distance between your meter and your terminal, the power delivered and the options chosen.
The government has introduced a scheme to make the installation of charging points a little more affordable. You can get a tax credit of €500. This amount will be deducted from your tax for year N + 1.
| Modèle | Prix de la borne | Option de délestage | Installation HT (5,5 % de TVA) | Prix total | Prix après déduction du crédit d'impôts de 500 € |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Wallbox Pulsar Socket
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920 €
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120.60 single-phase / €196.60 three-phase
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450 excluding VAT (€474.25 with VAT 5.5 %)
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1514,85 €
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1014,85 €
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Easee Home
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890 €
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120.60 single-phase / €196.60 three-phase
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450 excluding VAT (€474.25 with VAT 5.5 %)
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1484,85 €
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1184,85 €
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As mentioned above, this slight price difference may be due to the fact that the Easee Home is not approved and does not meet IRVE and NFC15-100 standards.
Wallbox Pulsar Socket vs Easee: comparison table
Here is a summary table to help you compare the two. charging stations Wallbox Pulsar Socket and Easee Home.
| Modèle | Prix total de la borne (après déduction du crédit d'impôts) | Indice de protection | Puissance de charge | Connectivité | Câble |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Wallbox Pulsar Socket
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1014,85 €
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IP55 / IK10
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7.4 kW to 22 kW
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Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
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Type 2
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Easee Home
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1184,25 €
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IP54 / IK10
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3.7 kW to 22 kW
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eSIM, Wi-Fi
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Type 2
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Conclusion
All in all, there are no major differences between the Pulsar Socket Wallbox and the Easee, apart from their appearance. However, it's important to note that the Easee Home has encountered problems on the Swedish and Dutch markets with earth leaks. Once the technical details have been resolved, this charging point will become an interesting option.
For the moment, if you're looking for a recharging solution that has already proved its worth with electric car drivers, we recommend the Pulsar Socket Wallbox. Reliable and popular, it will be an excellent choice. What's more, with only a small difference in price between these two charging points, it's best to opt for the one that offers better value for money and has a proven track record.
For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact our expert advisers. Beev is at your disposal.
If you would like to find out more aboutsupport for the installation of charging points for private customers in 2024For more information, see our article on this subject.
