Charge your EV efficiently with smart technology.
Grade: C — Score: 65/100
The Enphase IQ EV Charger 2 utilizes advanced technology to provide efficient charging for electric vehicles, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of EV models. It features a compact design and can deliver up to 40 amps of power, allowing for faster charging times compared to standard chargers.
With an intuitive mobile app, users can monitor charging status, schedule charging sessions, and manage energy consumption effectively. The charger integrates seamlessly with Enphase solar systems, enabling users to charge their vehicles using clean, renewable energy generated from their solar panels.
While the IQ EV Charger 2 is designed for ease of use, potential risks include the need for professional installation and the requirement of a compatible electrical system. Users should also consider the availability of local incentives for EV charging installations and the overall cost of ownership.
IQ EV Charger 2 (9.6 kW, NEMA 14-50 plug): $999
IQ EV Charger 2 (11.5 kW, hardwired): $1,124
IQ EV Charger 2 (17.7 kW, hardwired): $2,124 (pre-order)
IQ EV Charger 2 (22.1 kW, hardwired): $2,374 (pre-order)
Consider switching to ChargePoint Home Flex: ChargePoint offers a similar level of smart features and flexibility in charging options.
Yes. The IQ EV Charger 2 functions as a standalone smart Level 2 EVSE without any solar equipment. You get Wi-Fi app control, scheduling, revenue-grade metering, and RFID access control. The solar-specific features (excess solar charging, dynamic load balancing, Storm Guard) require an Enphase Energy System with IQ Gateway and consumption CTs. Without the Enphase ecosystem, it works like any premium smart charger.
Yes. The charger is available with either a J1772 or NACS (J3400) connector, and the cables are field-replaceable. Tesla vehicles with NACS ports connect directly to the NACS model. Older Tesla models with proprietary ports work via a J1772-to-Tesla adapter. All IQ EV Charger 2 models deliver up to 48A on standard residential configurations, providing roughly 34-40 miles of range per hour for most Tesla models.
The ChargePoint Home Flex delivers 50A/12 kW at $599-$639, while the Enphase IQ EV Charger 2 provides 48A/11.5 kW at $1,124 (hardwired) or $999 (plug-in). ChargePoint's advantage is its unified app covering 250,000+ public stations and Alexa integration. Enphase's advantages are a 5-year warranty (vs. ChargePoint's 3-year), a built-in revenue-grade meter for rebate eligibility, OCPP 2.0.1 compliance on higher models, and native solar integration when paired with an Enphase system.
Not yet, but it is designed for it. The charger is compliant with ISO 15118-2 and ISO 15118-20, the standards required for AC bidirectional charging (vehicle-to-home/V2H). Enphase has stated plans to enable V2H functionality via a future firmware update. The hardware supports it, but the feature depends on both the Enphase software release and the EV manufacturer enabling bidirectional capability in their vehicles.
Yes, when connected to an Enphase Energy System. The dynamic load balancing feature monitors total home consumption through the IQ Gateway and adjusts EV charging current in 1A increments to stay within your panel's capacity. If your home AC kicks on or other large loads activate, the charger automatically reduces EV power. This can eliminate the need for a panel upgrade from 100A to 200A service, which typically costs $1,500-$3,500.
The IQ EV Charger 2 adds several features over the gen-1 models. It includes ISO 15118 compliance for future bidirectional charging, OCPP 2.0.1 support on higher-power models, optional cellular connectivity (4G LTE with 5-year data plan), RFID access control, and a revenue-grade meter (plus/minus 1% accuracy). It also supports field-replaceable connector cables (swap between J1772 and NACS). The gen-1 IQ 40/50/60/80 models remain available in the Enphase Store at $779-$1,600.
Solar charging speed depends on your array size and current home consumption. The charger tracks real-time excess solar production and adjusts current in 1A increments. On a sunny day with a 10 kW solar system and low home consumption, the charger could deliver the full 48A (11.5 kW). On partly cloudy days, it ramps up and down to follow available solar. One Automotive Addicts reviewer reported achieving full free charges during high-production days, with the charger automatically switching to battery or grid power as solar dropped.
The IQ EV Charger 2 qualifies for the federal Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit (Section 30C), which covers 30% of purchase and installation costs up to $1,000 through 2032. The built-in revenue-grade meter (plus/minus 1% accuracy) provides the billing-quality data many utilities require for EV charger rebate programs. Specific rebate amounts vary by utility and state. The Enphase website has a local incentives search tool at enphase.com/homeowners/iq-ev-charger-2 under the Incentives tab.
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