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So I just got my Lexus RZ last week and honestly Im so incredibly excited about this car, it drives like absolute heaven and the cabin is so quiet. But my god the charging setup I have right now is making me want to pull my hair out. The cheap portable charger I bought off Amazon keeps overheating and throwing error codes after like twenty minutes of charging, and the cord is so stiff it feels like trying to bend a frozen pipe. Im totally fed up with it and need to find a proper Level 2 home charger before I lose my mind. I just want to plug it in and not worry if my car is actually charging or if it shut off after I went to bed.
I really want to get this sorted out by next weekend because we have a big road trip planned and I need a reliable setup at home. Here is what I am dealing with and what I actually need:
- Budget is around 500 to 700 dollars but I can go a bit higher if it is truly worth it for something durable
- Location is Seattle so it has to be weatherproof since my carport gets pretty wet when it rains sideways
- Cable length needs to be at least 25 feet because of how I have to park in my driveway
- I really want something smart that lets me schedule charging during off peak hours through an app because our local utility rates are crazy during the day
Has anyone found a charger that works perfectly with the RZ? I heard some chargers have issues communicating with the Lexus software and I really dont want to buy another dud. I just want something reliable that wont give me anxiety every night. Let me know what you guys are using...
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19/06/2026 8:35 pm
To add to the point above, I would suggest looking at the ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 EV Charger 16 to 50 Amp vs the Emporia Level 2 EV Charger 48 Amp. The ChargePoint is bulletproof in wet weather but pricey. The Emporia is much cheaper and the app is great for scheduling, but just be careful with the cord in winter since it gets kinda stiff...
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19/06/2026 9:10 pm
Late to the party but check out the Autel MaxiCharger Home Smart Electric Vehicle EV Charger 40 Amp NEMA 14-50. Safety-wise, it is UL-listed and has solid thermal protection so it wont overheat like cheap Amazon junk. The 25-foot cable stays flexible in the cold, and the unit is fully weatherproof. It is usually under 500 bucks, which saves you cash while still offering great app scheduling for off-peak rates.
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19/06/2026 7:35 pm
Honestly, I had high hopes for my old setup but it was not as good as expected and the cable got stiff as a board. Unfortunately, it also had communication issues with the Lexus software. Instead, I switched to this and it has been flawless in the Seattle rain:
- Wallbox Pulsar Plus Level 2 EV Charger 40 Amp 25-Foot Cable The app scheduling actually works with the RZ and the cord is super flexible.
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19/06/2026 7:45 pm
Just catching up on this. I went through a major headache with my EV charger before finding a setup I'm super happy with now. To help narrow it down:
- Are you planning to hardwire the unit, or do you already have a NEMA 14-50 outlet?
- Do you need to share power with another EV down the road? Those details kinda change which route you should go.