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2022-2024 Nissan

Best EV Chargers for the Nissan LEAF

Compare 18 home chargers ranked by compatibility, charging speed, and value for your LEAF.

Battery

40 kWh

37.5 kWh usable

Range

149 mi

EPA estimated

Onboard Charger

6.6 kW

28A max

Connector

J1772

Standard J1772

Top Chargers for Your LEAF

Ranked by compatibility score, charging speed, and value

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Emporia Smart Charger

Emporia

Emporia Smart Charger

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr8/10

$449ENERGY STAR

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Enel X JuiceBox 40

Enel X

Enel X JuiceBox 40

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr8/10

$649ENERGY STAR

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Wallbox Pulsar Plus

Wallbox

Wallbox Pulsar Plus

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr8/10

$649ENERGY STAR

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Autel MaxiCharger

Autel

Autel MaxiCharger

6.6 kWJ1772+NACS~25 mi/hr8/10

$659ENERGY STAR

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

ChargePoint Home Flex

ChargePoint

ChargePoint Home Flex

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr9/10

$699ENERGY STAR

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Enel X JuiceBox 48

Enel X

Enel X JuiceBox 48

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr8/10

$699ENERGY STAR

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Enphase IQ EV Charger

Enphase

Enphase IQ EV Charger

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr8/10

$1,299ENERGY STAR

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Tesla Universal Wall Connector

Tesla

Tesla Universal Wall Connector

6.6 kWJ1772+NACS~25 mi/hr9/10

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Leviton Level 2 Smart Charger

Leviton

Leviton Level 2 Smart Charger

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr7/10

$549ENERGY STAR

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Grizzl-E Classic

Grizzl-E

Grizzl-E Classic

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr8/10

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Electrify Home PowerBuddy

Electrify Home

Electrify Home PowerBuddy

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr7/10

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Clipper Creek HCS-40

Clipper Creek

Clipper Creek HCS-40

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr7/10

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Blink HQ 150

Blink

Blink HQ 150

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr7/10

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Grizzl-E Duo

Grizzl-E

Grizzl-E Duo

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr7/10

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Lectron V-Box

Lectron

Lectron V-Box

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr7/10

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Siemens VersiCharge

Siemens

Siemens VersiCharge

6.6 kWJ1772~25 mi/hr7/10

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 mi

Tesla Wall Connector

Tesla

Tesla Wall Connector

6.6 kWNACS~25 mi/hr9/10

3.4h to 80%5.7h to 100%Overnight: +149 miAdapter needed

TurnOnGreen LCS-20P

TurnOnGreen

TurnOnGreen LCS-20P

3.8 kWJ1772~14 mi/hr6/10

5.9h to 80%9.9h to 100%Overnight: +113 mi

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Charging Speed Comparison

How each charger performs with the Nissan LEAF (6.6 kW onboard charger)

Charger	Effective kW	Miles/Hour	0-100%	20-80%	Overnight
Tesla Wall Connector	6.6 kW	~25 mi	5.7h	3.4h	149 mi
Tesla Universal Wall Connector	6.6 kW	~25 mi	5.7h	3.4h	149 mi
ChargePoint Home Flex	6.6 kW	~25 mi	5.7h	3.4h	149 mi
Emporia Smart Charger	6.6 kW	~25 mi	5.7h	3.4h	149 mi
Enel X JuiceBox 40	6.6 kW	~25 mi	5.7h	3.4h	149 mi
Grizzl-E Classic	6.6 kW	~25 mi	5.7h	3.4h	149 mi
Wallbox Pulsar Plus	6.6 kW	~25 mi	5.7h	3.4h	149 mi
Autel MaxiCharger	6.6 kW	~25 mi	5.7h	3.4h	149 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to charge a LEAF at home?

With the top-rated Emporia Smart Charger delivering 6.6 kW, a Nissan LEAF charges from 20% to 80% in about 3.4 hours and from 0% to 100% in approximately 5.7 hours. That adds roughly 25 miles of range per hour. Overnight (8 hours), you can recover up to 149 miles of range.

What connector does the LEAF use?

The Nissan LEAF uses a standard J1772 connector for Level 2 AC home charging. All J1772 home chargers are directly compatible without any adapter.

What is the best budget charger for the LEAF?

The TurnOnGreen LCS-20P at $329 offers strong value with a compatibility score of 67/100. It delivers 3.8 kW effective power to the LEAF, adding about 14 miles of range per hour.

What size breaker do I need for the LEAF?

The LEAF has a 6.6 kW / 28A onboard charger. For maximum charging speed, install a charger on a 40A dedicated circuit (the NEC 80% rule requires the breaker to be 125% of the continuous load). A 240V NEMA 14-50 outlet on a 50A breaker works for most EVs.

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