Emporia EMEVSE1 vs Wallbox PULSAR PLUS NA
A spec-only comparison using ENERGY STAR certification data. We have not tested either charger; price, app quality, warranty and build quality are not covered.
- Power: both are rated 11.52 kW (48 A), so charging speed is the same on paper.
- Standby: the Wallbox PULSAR PLUS NA draws less with no car connected (0.96 vs 2.81 W), at most about $2.97/yr less (estimate).
- Reach: the Emporia EMEVSE1 has the longer listed cord (25 vs 24 ft).
| Emporia EMEVSE1 | Wallbox PULSAR PLUS NA | |
|---|---|---|
| Max output | 11.52 kW | 11.52 kW |
| Max current | 48 A | 48 A |
| Typical breaker (est.) | 60 A | 60 A |
| Type | Level 2 | Level 2 |
| Outputs | 1 | 1 |
| Cord length | 25 ft | 24 ft |
| Cord gauge | 6 | 10 |
| Network | Yes | Yes |
| Protocol | Wi-Fi or Gigabit Ethernet | Wi-Fi or Gigabit Ethernet |
| Standby (no vehicle) | 2.81 W | 0.96 W |
| Idle (car connected) | 5.03 W | 14.18 W |
| Loss at full current | 136.72 W | 297.3 W |
| Max standby cost/yr (est.) | $4.51 | $1.54 |
| Features | — | — |
| Certified | 2022-05-31 | 2023-10-03 |
| Source | ENERGY STAR record 2397026 | ENERGY STAR record 2502091 |
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