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Ranked #12 of 12 in Home EV Chargers

JuiceBox 40

The JuiceBox 40 ranks #12 of 12 home ev chargers with a score of 7.8 / 10. A legacy pioneer in connected charging with a strong 40-amp hardware platform, though software stability has lagged newer competitors.

Good for

  • Alexa smart home enthusiasts
  • Broad utility rebate eligibility
  • Generous 25-foot charging cord

Not for

  • Software purists seeking bug-free apps
  • Harsh subzero cold flexibility

Editor's analysis

Established hardware platform with voice assistant integration.

The JuiceBox 40 from Enel X was among the very first smart residential EVSEs to gain widespread utility adoption and rebate eligibility across North American power providers. Delivering 40 amps of power (9.6 kW) on a 50-amp circuit, it provides an estimated 30 miles of range per hour of charging. It includes a sturdy 25-foot cable, a built-in cable rack, and a security lock for outdoor mounting. The unit pairs with Amazon Alexa for voice commands and features an illuminated LED display indicating charging status. However, a major cloud migration in recent years caused app stability issues for some users, pulling down its reliability score relative to newer rivals from ChargePoint and Emporia.

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