Which home charging accessories do you recommend for the Nissan Ariya?

Question

I just got my Ariya last week and honestly im already so stressed out about the charging situation. The cable that came with the car is a total joke and it barely adds any miles overnight plus it keeps giving me this weird red fault light for no reason. I have a 60 mile commute starting at 7am every day here in New Jersey and im terrified im gonna wake up to a dead battery one of these mornings. I need to get a proper level 2 setup installed like yesterday but I have no idea which brands actually play nice with the Nissan software. My budget is around 600 bucks for the unit itself. Are you guys using the ChargePoint or should I just go with the Wallbox? I just need something reliable that wont fail on me...

PetanquePro · Accepted Answer

Late to the party but I've been very satisfied with the Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40 Amp Level 2. It works well. No complaints at all regarding its reliability. Quick tip: check your utility company in New Jersey for rebates. They often cover a large chunk of the hardware cost. It's a safe, methodical way to get a high-quality setup within your budget. Definitely worth looking into.

uoffrndmll · Answer

Unfortunately, the factory cable is a total paperweight because it only pulls 1.4kW. For a 60-mile commute, you need a 40-amp unit to hit 9.6kW speeds overnight. I had issues with Chargepoint software being buggy lately, so skip that. The Emporia Level 2 EV Charger 48 Amp UL Listed is way more reliable for sustained high-amperage charging and stays under your $600 budget.