Most portable EV chargers make you choose: a cheap Level 1 unit that trickles 3–5 miles of range per hour, or a Level 2 unit that needs a 240V outlet you may not have. The EVDANCE Level 1 & 2 does both — it ships with two plug heads, so the same charger runs from a standard household socket or a 240V outlet. At around $150, that flexibility is the reason to consider it.
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The Short Verdict
Good buy if you do not have a 240V outlet yet, live in an apartment, or want a charger that travels. Wrong buy if you want maximum charging speed — at 16A it adds roughly 10–12 miles of range per hour, about a third of what a 40A unit delivers.
EVDANCE sells this in a J1772 version (BMW, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Chevrolet and most non-Tesla EVs) and a NACS/Tesla version (Model 3, Y, S, X, Cybertruck, plus newer NACS-equipped Fords, Rivians and GM EVs). Check your car’s charge port and select the matching version — ordering the wrong connector is the most common reason these get returned.
What You Get
- Dual voltage — NEMA 5-15 (120V) and NEMA 6-20 (240V) plug heads included
- 25-foot cable — longer than many competitors
- LED display showing charge status and fault codes
- IP66 weather rating, operating range -22°F to 122°F
- Carrying bag included — it is genuinely designed to travel
- 30-day returns, 1-year warranty
Charging Speed — Be Realistic
This is the trade-off. At 240V/16A you get roughly 10–12 miles of range per hour. Overnight that is enough to cover a typical commute several times over, but it will not refill a large depleted battery quickly. On a standard 120V outlet it drops to Level 1 speeds — about 3–5 miles per hour, which is emergency/top-up territory.
If you have a 240V outlet and want speed, a 40A unit is roughly three times faster. See our portable EV charger comparison.
Certification — Check Your Model
EVDANCE lists this model as certified to UL 2594/2251. Worth knowing: certification varies across their range — independent reviewers have reported that EVDANCE’s 40A model lacks UL/ETL listing. On a device drawing high current for hours, listing matters, so confirm it on the exact model number you order rather than assuming it applies brand-wide.
Owner Feedback
Reported experience is generally positive: reliable operation on standard 120V outlets without overheating, heavy-duty cable and solid connectors, and plug-and-play setup. EVDANCE holds roughly a 4-star rating on Trustpilot. The recurring criticisms are the ones you would expect — charging speed for high-mileage drivers, and the general point that a portable unit is easier to steal than a hardwired wall box.
Who Should Buy It
- No 240V outlet yet — start at Level 1 today, step up later without rebuying
- Apartment or condo drivers without dedicated charging
- Anyone wanting a travel backup for hotels, family visits or road trips
- Plug-in hybrid owners — smaller batteries make 16A perfectly adequate
Skip it if: you have a 240V outlet and want the fastest possible home charging.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does the EVDANCE charge?
About 10–12 miles of range per hour at 240V/16A, and roughly 3–5 miles per hour on a standard 120V household outlet.
Does it work with a Tesla?
Yes, if you order the NACS version. There is also a J1772 version for non-Tesla EVs — choose the one matching your car’s charge port.
Can I use it outdoors?
It carries an IP66 rating and operates from -22°F to 122°F. Keep the outlet connection itself dry and off the ground.
Is it UL certified?
EVDANCE lists this model as certified to UL 2594/2251. Certification differs across their range, so verify on the specific model you buy.
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