Rivian PT00261633 vs Wallbox PULSAR PLUS NA (PUP2-U-1-6-C-002)
Two of the level 2 home ev chargers in our best level 2 home ev chargers, ranked on official energy star specs comparison, lined up spec by spec. Every figure comes from the manufacturer pages linked below, and the scores use the same published formula as the full ranking.
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Best for: Official Level 2, 11.52 kW, 29 ft official cord
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Rivian PT00261633 | Wallbox PULSAR PLUS NA (PUP2-U-1-6-C-002) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official maximum output powerThe official maximum output power published on the ENERGY STAR certified AC-output EVSE record, in kilowatts. It is the certified nameplate figure, not a charging speed we measured at a vehicle. In this category the reference range is 1.8 kW to 11.52 kW, which covers official Level 2 nameplate figures up to 48 A at 240 V. Official figures above 11.52 kW are not expected here. | 11.52 kW | 11.52 kW | 30% |
| Official maximum output cord lengthThe official maximum output cord length published on the ENERGY STAR record, in feet. A record of 0 ft is shown as 0 ft and usually means the certified unit is an inlet or socket without a factory cable. We do not guess a cable length from retailer listings. Official lengths above 30 ft are clamped at the 30 ft reference best. | 29 ft | 24 ft | 25% |
| Official no-vehicle-mode input powerThe official no-vehicle-mode input power published on the ENERGY STAR record, in watts. Lower official standby power is better. This is a certified laboratory figure for the charger when no vehicle is connected, not a bill we measured at a house panel. | 3.29 W | 0.96 W | 25% |
| Official network capabilityOfficial network capability on the ENERGY STAR record, recorded as yes or no when the field is filled in. This is the certified network-capability flag, not a test of the maker's app. If the field is blank it is shown as Not listed. | Yes | Yes | 20% |
| Official ENERGY STAR unique ID | 2401687 | 2502091 | info |
| Official model number | PT00261633 | PUP2-U-1-6-C-002 | info |
| Also certified under official model numbers | PT00340197; PT00401761 | PUP2-0-1-5-N-002; PUP2-0-1-5-N-**2; PUP2-0-1-6-C-002; PUP2-0-1-6-C-**2; PUP2-U-1-5-N-002; PUP2-U-1-5-N-**2; PUP2-U-1-6-C-002; PUP2-U-1-6-C-**2 | info |
| Official product type | Level 2 | Level 2 | info |
| Official nameplate output current | 48 A | 48 A | info |
| Official input voltage | 240 V | 240 V | info |
| Official number of outputs | 1 | 1 | info |
| Official output cord gauge | 8 AWG | 10 AWG | info |
| Official ENERGY STAR connected capable | No | No | info |
| Official auxiliary features | Not listed | Not listed | info |
| Official product features | Not listed | Not listed | info |
| Official network connection types | Wi-Fi or Gigabit Ethernet | Wi-Fi or Gigabit Ethernet | info |
| Official ENERGY STAR date certified | 09/19/2022 | 10/03/2023 | info |
| PlugPick score | 9.3/10 | 9.2/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Rivian PT00261633
Better published figure on: Official maximum output cord length.
What we like
- Official ENERGY STAR record lists 11.52 kW maximum output power.
- Official ENERGY STAR record lists a 29 ft maximum output cord.
- Official ENERGY STAR record lists network capability.
Watch out for
- The ENERGY STAR record does not list the vehicle connector (J1772 or NACS) or whether the unit is hardwired or plug-in.
Wallbox PULSAR PLUS NA (PUP2-U-1-6-C-002)
Better published figure on: Official no-vehicle-mode input power.
What we like
- Official ENERGY STAR record lists 11.52 kW maximum output power.
- Official ENERGY STAR record lists a 24 ft maximum output cord.
- Official ENERGY STAR record lists network capability.
- Official no-vehicle-mode input power is 0.96 W.
Watch out for
- The ENERGY STAR record does not list the vehicle connector (J1772 or NACS) or whether the unit is hardwired or plug-in.
Verdict
On published specs, the Rivian PT00261633 scores higher (9.3 vs 9.2). Specs don't capture sound character or feel, so weigh the pros and cons above too.
- Choose the Rivian PT00261633 if this sounds like you: official Level 2, 11.52 kW, 29 ft official cord.
- Choose the Wallbox PULSAR PLUS NA (PUP2-U-1-6-C-002) if this sounds like you: official Level 2, 11.52 kW, 24 ft official cord.
- Rivian PT00261633: ENERGY STAR Certified Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment — AC-Output (pd_id 2401687)
- Rivian PT00261633: ENERGY STAR Product Finder (AC-output EVSE)
- Wallbox PULSAR PLUS NA (PUP2-U-1-6-C-002): ENERGY STAR Certified Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment — AC-Output (pd_id 2502091)
- Wallbox PULSAR PLUS NA (PUP2-U-1-6-C-002): ENERGY STAR Product Finder (AC-output EVSE)
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