The simplest route to Level 2: a rugged, no-app 40 A charger you plug in and use. Skip it if you want app control or more than 40 A.
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- 40 A Max output
- 24 ft Cable length
- No app (plug and charge) Connectivity
- 3 years Warranty
Pros
- Plug and charge with no app, account or Wi-Fi
- Cast-aluminum NEMA 4 enclosure for indoor or outdoor use
- NEMA 14-50 or 6-50 plug, removable for a hardwired install
- 16, 24, 32 or 40 A by internal switch for smaller circuits
- On the ENERGY STAR list (model GR1-14-24-PB)
Cons
- 40 A maximum, even hardwired
- No scheduling: use the car's own timer for off-peak rates
- Owners we read report early failures in 2021–22 and slow replacements
- Grizzl-E's Canadian store doesn't list it; we track only its US store
- Best for
- Drivers who schedule charging in the car and want a rugged, simple charger for a 50 A outlet their electrician has checked.
- Not for
- Anyone who wants app scheduling, energy tracking or utility programs that need a connected charger.
Our verdict
The Classic is the charger to buy if you just want to plug in and charge. There is no app, screen or network: it ships with a NEMA 14-50 or NEMA 6-50 plug and a 24 ft J1772 cable, and an internal DIP switch sets 40 A for a dedicated 50 A circuit, or 32, 24 or 16 A for 40, 30 or 20 A circuits. A licensed electrician can remove the plug for a hardwired connection; the manual says never to use an extension cord or adapter. For off-peak rates, schedule charging in the car.
The cast-aluminum NEMA 4 case is rated for indoor or outdoor use from -22°F to 122°F. The charger has its own ground-fault protection; where code requires GFCI at the outlet, the manual asks for a 20 mA GFCI breaker, since a 5 mA type can disrupt charging.
Owners we read report units lasting years outdoors, alongside a run of early failures in 2021–2022 and replacements that took weeks for some. The warranty is three years, or five as an option: a new unit within 60 days of purchase, a refurbished one after that. It is UL certified and Grizzl-E says it is certified for Canada, but its Canadian store doesn’t list the Classic, so we track only the US store.
Grizzl-E Classic 40A specs
- 40 A Max output
- 24 ft Cable length
- No app (plug and charge) Connectivity
- 3 years Warranty
Power
| Max output | 40 A |
|---|---|
| Max power | 9.6 kW |
| Current settings | 16, 24, 32 or 40 A by internal DIP switch |
Cable
| Cable length | 24 ft |
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Smart features
| Connectivity | No app (plug and charge) |
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| Load management | No |
| Power sharing | No |
Support
| Warranty | 3 years |
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Installation
| Breaker for full output | 50 A |
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| Max output when plugged in | 40 A |
Build
| Enclosure rating | NEMA 4 |
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| Rated down to | -22 °F |
Certification
| Safety listing | UL (file E510712) |
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| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
Manufacturer figures, checked 2 Nov 2026. — means not listed.
Where to buy the Grizzl-E Classic 40A
- Grizzl-E$299.99Go to Grizzl-E (opens in a new tab)
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Grizzl-E Classic 40A questions
Can the Grizzl-E Classic be hardwired?
Yes. It ships with a NEMA 14-50 or NEMA 6-50 plug, and the manual describes removing the plug for a hardwired connection, which a licensed electrician should make. It still charges at up to 40 A, on a dedicated 50 A circuit. The manual says never to run it through an extension cord or electrical adapter, and the warranty excludes them.
What breaker does the Grizzl-E Classic need?
A dedicated 50 A circuit for the factory 40 A setting. The manual pairs 40 A with a 50 A circuit, 32 A with 40 A, 24 A with 30 A and 16 A with 20 A, each on a double-pole breaker of the circuit rating. The current is changed with a DIP switch inside the front cover, with the power off at the breaker, so ask your electrician to set it.
Does the Grizzl-E Classic need a GFCI breaker?
Not for the charger’s sake: it has built-in ground-fault protection. Code may still require GFCI at the outlet; the 2023 NEC does for garage receptacles and for receptacles that supply EV charging equipment. In that case the manual asks for a 20 mA GFCI breaker, because a 5 mA type may disrupt charging. Your electrician follows the code adopted where you live.