How to choose your EV charger

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How to choose your home EV charger

A quick guide from ChargePapa to help you pick the right wallbox or portable charger for your car, home power, and budget.

Type 1 / Type 2 7.4 / 11 / 22 kW RFID / App / OCPP Load Management
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Step 1

1) Plug standard: Type 1 or Type 2?

Check your car’s inlet. North America & Japan usually use Type 1 (J1772). Most of Europe uses Type 2. If you own multiple cars, match the most common plug, or choose a socketed wallbox and add the right cable.

Step 2

1) Plug standard: Type 1 or Type 2?

Check your car’s inlet. North America & Japan usually use Type 1 (J1772). Most of Europe uses Type 2. If you own multiple cars, match the most common plug, or choose a socketed wallbox and add the right cable.

Step 3

1) Plug standard: Type 1 or Type 2?

Check your car’s inlet. North America & Japan usually use Type 1 (J1772). Most of Europe uses Type 2. If you own multiple cars, match the most common plug, or choose a socketed wallbox and add the right cable.

Step 4

1) Plug standard: Type 1 or Type 2?

Check your car’s inlet. North America & Japan usually use Type 1 (J1772). Most of Europe uses Type 2. If you own multiple cars, match the most common plug, or choose a socketed wallbox and add the right cable.

Step 5

1) Plug standard: Type 1 or Type 2?

Check your car’s inlet. North America & Japan usually use Type 1 (J1772). Most of Europe uses Type 2. If you own multiple cars, match the most common plug, or choose a socketed wallbox and add the right cable.

Step 6

1) Plug standard: Type 1 or Type 2?

Check your car’s inlet. North America & Japan usually use Type 1 (J1772). Most of Europe uses Type 2. If you own multiple cars, match the most common plug, or choose a socketed wallbox and add the right cable.

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FAQ

Does my car support 22 kW AC?

Only some models support 22 kW AC. Many EVs are limited to 7.4 or 11 kW onboard. Check your car specs or ask ChargePapa.