Our pick for Canadian J1772 drivers: the only portable here with a stated Canadian mark (CSA), with 120 V and 240 V adapters and 6 to 40 A set in an app.
Updated
- 40 A Max output
- 22 ft Cable length
- 2 years Warranty
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity
Pros
- Swappable NEMA 5-15 (12 A) and NEMA 14-50 (40 A) adapters
- Current set from 6 to 40 A in the Pion Power app (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi)
- Pion states CSA certification; the manual lists CSA C22.2 No. 280
- NEMA 4 (IP66) box, 22 ft cable, rated from -22 to 122 °F
- Heat sensors in box and adapter cut current at 149 °F (65 °C)
Cons
- We track only Pion's Canadian store; no US seller yet
- Manual gives no breaker size for each current setting
- The app's Wi-Fi link works only on 2.4 GHz networks
- Two-year warranty, for the original buyer only
- Best for
- Canadian J1772 drivers who want one cord for a 120 V outlet and a NEMA 14-50, with the option to turn the current down in an app.
- Not for
- NACS-port cars (Pion sells a separate NACS version), and US buyers who want a US seller: we track only Pion's Canadian store.
Our verdict
For a J1772 car in Canada, this is the portable charger we'd look at first. Pion states CSA certification, and the manual lists the Canadian EVSE standards alongside the UL ones: it's the only portable on this site whose maker states a Canadian mark. Two adapters clip onto the control box: a NEMA 5-15 for a 120 V outlet (12 A, 1.4 kW) and a NEMA 14-50 for a 240 V outlet (40 A, 9.6 kW).
Pion says the current can be set anywhere from 6 to 40 A in its app, which helps on a shared or smaller circuit, over Bluetooth or a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi link that adds remote start, schedules and charge history. The NEMA 4 (IP66) box is rated from -22 to 122 °F, the cable reaches 22 ft, and heat sensors cut the current at 149 °F (65 °C) and stop charging at 176 °F (80 °C).
The catches: the manual gives no breaker size for each setting, so have a licensed electrician confirm the circuit, and the warranty is two years for the original buyer. The manual wants the adapter plugged straight into a sound, grounded outlet: no extension cords, power strips, conversion plugs or private generators. We track it only in Pion's Canadian store, and NACS drivers need Pion's separate NACS version.
Pion Power Flex-AC Elite 40 A Portable Level 2 EV Charger (J1772) specs
- 40 A Max output
- 22 ft Cable length
- 2 years Warranty
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity
Power
| Max output | 40 A |
|---|---|
| Max power | 9.6 kW |
| Current settings | 6–40 A, set in the Pion Power app; 12 A on the NEMA 5-15 adapter |
Cable
| Cable length | 22 ft |
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Installation
| Input voltage | 120 V or 240 V AC |
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Build
| Weight | not listed |
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| Enclosure rating | NEMA 4 (IP66) |
| Rated down to | -22 °F |
Support
| Warranty | 2 years |
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Smart features
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth |
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Certification
| Safety listing | CSA |
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| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
Manufacturer figures, checked 2 Nov 2026. — means not listed.
Where to buy the Pion Power Flex-AC Elite 40 A Portable Level 2 EV Charger (J1772)
No US price yet. Switch region in the header for Canada prices.
- Pion PowerCA$319.99Go to Pion Power (opens in a new tab)
Prices and stock change; the retailer’s page is always the final word.
Pion Power Flex-AC Elite 40 A Portable Level 2 EV Charger (J1772) questions
Can I use the Pion Flex-AC Elite with an extension cord or a generator?
No. The manual says to plug the supplied adapter straight into the outlet, with no extension cord, multi-outlet adapter, conversion plug or power strip, and not to use a private generator. It also asks for a grounded outlet in good condition, with the adapter prongs pushed fully in, since a loose fit can overheat.
What does a red light with seven flashes mean?
Adapter overheating, according to the manual. Check the adapter is pushed fully into the outlet, and have a worn outlet replaced by an electrician. Eight or nine red flashes point to the connector or the control box overheating instead: let it cool. Contact Pion if the fault keeps coming back.
Does it need 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi?
Only for Wi-Fi: the manual says the app's network setup works with 2.4 GHz networks only. You don't need Wi-Fi to charge. Bluetooth pairing in the Pion Power app sets the current and schedules, and direct charging needs no app at all: fit the adapter, plug it in and connect the car.