Lectron vs Grizzl-E at 40 amps
Both of these share the same max output current, 40 amps, so the decision rests on everything else. Lectron lists 5 models at this max output current in this database, and Grizzl-E lists 4; each brand is represented below by its cheapest model carrying a verified price, so neither side is a flattering pick. Prices checked August 22, 2026.
| Specification | Lectron Portable Level 2 J1772 Charger (40A) | Grizzl-E Alpha Classic (40A, touchscreen) |
|---|---|---|
| Verified price | $250 | $199 |
| Output power | 9.6 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max output current | 40 A | 40 A |
| Cable length | 16 ft | 24 ft |
| Connector | J1772 | J1772 |
| Product type | Level 2 | Level 2 |
| Form factor | Wall-mounted | Wall-mounted |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Enclosure | IP65 | NEMA 3R |
| Safety listing | Certified to UL 2594 and UL 2231 | UL Listed |
Where they actually differ
- Verified price: $250 against $199.
- Cable length: 16 ft against 24 ft.
- Warranty: 2 years against 1 year.
- Enclosure: IP65 against NEMA 3R.
- Safety listing: Certified to UL 2594 and UL 2231 against UL Listed.
On verified price the gap is $51, with the Grizzl-E model lower. Price moves; the specification above does not.
Nothing here is called best. The table states what each one publishes, verified against a primary source or left blank, and the choice is yours.
Where to buy
Buy the Lectron Portable Level 2 J1772 Charger (40A) from Lectron (opens in a new tab)
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Lectron and Grizzl-E questions
- Do the Lectron and the Grizzl-E perform the same?
- On max output current they are identical: both are 40 amps, which is why they are paired here. Every difference between them is in the table above, and there are 5 of them.
- Which one is cheaper?
- Grizzl-E Alpha Classic (40A, touchscreen) at $199, a gap of $51 as verified on August 22, 2026. That is a price read from a retailer listing, not a manufacturer list price.
- How were these two models chosen?
- Both brands are among the most listed at 40 amps in this database, and each is represented by its cheapest model carrying a verified price, so neither side is a flattering pick. Nothing here is ranked by commission and nothing is called best.
Prices and specifications verified August 22, 2026, and re-checked weekly after that. How these numbers are checked.
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