JuiceBox 40 Review
The JuiceBox 40 was once one of the most popular home EV chargers. In 2024, Enel X Way closed its U.S. and Canada EV charging business, ending app support. We do not recommend buying one new today.
Kern EV Pros Rating — existing owners only
Important: JuiceBox smart features are no longer functional in the U.S. and Canada
Enel X Way announced the closure of its U.S./Canada EV charging business in 2024. The JuiceBox hardware physically charges vehicles, but scheduling, app monitoring, energy history, and all cloud-based smart features are unavailable. NHTSA also opened a preliminary safety evaluation following reports of fires and electrical malfunctions. We do not recommend purchasing a JuiceBox 40 new today.
Our Verdict
The JuiceBox 40 was a genuinely good charger in its prime — 40A, Wi-Fi connected, energy monitoring, and a polished app that made it a top recommendation for years. None of that matters for a new purchase today.
Enel X Way's exit from the North American EV charging market in 2024 took the smart features with it. The unit physically passes electricity to a vehicle's onboard charger via J1772 — that still works — but it is now effectively a dumb charger that happens to have unresponsive app buttons. There is no active warranty service, no software updates, and no customer support infrastructure in the U.S. or Canada.
Additionally, NHTSA opened a preliminary evaluation into certain JuiceBox residential chargers following complaints about fires and electrical malfunctions. No completed recall has been issued, but a safety investigation attached to a product with no manufacturer support is a serious concern.
Our recommendation: if you already own one and it's working without issues, continue using it as a basic charger. Have an electrician inspect the installation for any signs of overheating. When you're ready to upgrade, the Emporia EV Charger or ChargePoint Home Flex are the logical replacements.
Current Scores
Recommended Alternatives
Every one of these actively-supported chargers outperforms the JuiceBox today.
Pros & Cons — Today
Limited Pros (Existing Owners)
- Historically popular with a large installed base
- Still physically charges vehicles if the unit works
- 40A J1772 connector works with all major non-Tesla EVs
- May be available at very low prices second-hand or clearance
Significant Cons
- Enel X Way shut down its U.S./Canada EV charging business in 2024
- Smart app features (scheduling, history, energy tracking) are unavailable or unreliable
- NHTSA opened a preliminary safety evaluation after reports of fires and electrical malfunctions
- No active brand support, warranty service, or software updates
- Significantly worse value than any current new charger option
Specifications (Legacy)
JuiceBox 40 FAQ
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