You'll come across Peblar, Zaptec, Alfen and Easee in almost every EV charger shop. They all charge perfectly well. The differences lie in details that are important in some situations and not in others: a fixed cable or a socket, a MID meter, how load balancing is connected, charging with solar energy and the warranty.
Below we compare them, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. For clarity: we are a Zaptec Certified Partner, but we sell all four brands. And our basic principle remains that you'd rather buy a charger that suits you than the most expensive one.
- Fixed cable and a MID meter: Peblar Business, the one most often chosen with us.
- Fixed cable, no MID required and as affordable as possible: Peblar Home.
- Compact, and excellent for solar charging: Zaptec Go 2.
- Robust and business-like: Alfen.
- Compact, 5-year warranty and up to three chargers at one address: Easee Charge Max.
Table of Contents
- The comparison in one table
- Peblar Home and Business
- Zaptec Go 2
- Alfen
- Easee Charge Max
- Which one suits your situation?
- Three things people overlook
- Frequently asked questions
The comparison in one table
| Peblar Home | Peblar Business | Zaptec Go 2 | Alfen Single S-line | Easee Charge Max | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Netherlands (Eindhoven) | Netherlands (Eindhoven) | Norway | Netherlands (Almere) | Norway |
| Max. power | 11 kW | 22 kW | 22 kW | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Car connection | Fixed cable, 5 or 7.5 m | Fixed cable (5 or 7.5 m) or socket | Socket | Socket, or cable version | Socket |
| MID meter | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Load balancing via | HomeWizard P1 or CT clamps | HomeWizard P1 or CT clamps | Zaptec Sense P1 | Cable to the P1 port | Easee Equalizer P1 |
| Solar charging | Via HomeWizard P1 | Via HomeWizard P1 | Yes, with 1/3 phase switching | Via external system | Via Equalizer, with 1/3 phase switching |
| Connection | Wifi, ethernet | Wifi, ethernet, 4G | Wifi, 4G, bluetooth | Ethernet | Wifi, 4G, bluetooth |
| Factory warranty | 3 years | 3 years | 5 years | 2 years | 5 years |
| Price with us (1 November 2026) | from €619 | from €869 | from €759 | from €775 | €739 |
Prices from our webshop, price level 1 November 2026. The new Alfen Eve Single Plus, with display, RFID and 3-year warranty, is available from €1,205.
Peblar Home and Business: Dutch, with fixed cable
Peblar comes from Eindhoven and also makes its chargers in the Netherlands. They are sturdy, with an IP54 enclosure that can withstand the elements. You set them up via a web interface on your own network.
The Peblar Home is the affordable variant: 11 kW, always with a fixed cable, without a MID meter. It does include an energy meter that measures with up to 1% accuracy, so you can see exactly how much you charge. But that meter is not certified, so you cannot use it to claim expenses from your employer or receive a tax credit.
The Peblar Business does have a MID meter, charges up to 22 kW, has 4G and is available with a socket or with a fixed cable of 5 or 7.5 meters. It is the charger we sell most often, especially with a fixed cable.
You can set up load balancing and solar charging on both with a HomeWizard P1 Meter for €30, wirelessly via wifi. That is one of the most affordable solutions available. If you do not want to depend on wifi, it can also be done with CT clamps in the meter cupboard.
Less convenient: the Home does not have a MID meter or 4G, and for the socket version of the Business you need a separate charging cable. The factory warranty is 3 years, compared to 5 years for Zaptec and Easee.
View the Peblar Business with 7.5-meter cable, the Peblar Home or all Peblar chargers.
Zaptec Go 2: small and excellent for solar charging
The Zaptec Go 2 is the smallest of the bunch: 24 by 18 centimeters and 7.5 centimeters deep. It has a MID meter with a display, charges up to 22 kW and is connected via wifi and 4G. If your wifi is weak at the driveway, it will simply stay online.
What makes it excellent for solar panels is that it automatically switches between charging on one and three phases. With little sun, it charges on one phase from around 1.4 kW, and with plenty of sun on three phases. This way, more of your own electricity goes into the car. Load balancing runs via the Zaptec Sense P1.
The Go 2 has built-in 6 mA DC leakage current detection, a 5-year factory warranty, and the hardware is prepared for bidirectional charging. You can replace the front panel, and there are several colors, so it also suits a dark or a light facade.
Less convenient: the Go 2 only has a socket, so you need a separate charging cable (from €150, or the one from your car). Its predecessor, the Zaptec Go, is cheaper but does not have a MID meter.
View the Zaptec Go 2, the bundle with Sense P1 or everything from Zaptec.
Alfen: robust and business-like, from Almere
Alfen has been making equipment for the power grid for decades, and that shows. The chargers are somewhat larger and sturdier, with an IP55 enclosure, and you come across them often at businesses and parking lots.
The Alfen Single S-line is the compact home version, with a MID meter and up to 22 kW. It is available with a socket, or as a cable version where you choose the cable length yourself. The Pro-line additionally has a color display, an RFID reader and 4G. The new Eve Single Plus is the next generation: a more readable display, RFID, hardware prepared for bidirectional charging, and a 3-year warranty.
Load balancing at Alfen works via a cable to the P1 port of your smart meter. That works reliably, but there must be a data cable from the meter cupboard to the charger. If the charger is far from the meter cupboard, that is more work than a wireless dongle. Alfen chargers are set up with installation software from Alfen, so choose an installer who knows Alfen.
Less convenient: the S-line has a 2-year factory warranty, charging with solar surplus runs via an external energy management system, and you cannot adjust the settings yourself as easily as with Zaptec or Easee.
View the Alfen Single S-line, the Eve Single Plus or all Alfen chargers.
Easee Charge Max: compact, with a 5-year warranty
The Easee Charge Max comes from Norway, is small (26 by 19 centimeters) and weighs 1.6 kilos. It has a MID meter, charges up to 22 kW and is connected via wifi and a built-in 4G SIM card, without a subscription.
Convenient: the circuit breaker protection is in the charger itself, including 6 mA DC detection. A standard circuit breaker is then sufficient in the meter cupboard. And at one address you can install up to three Easee chargers that distribute the power among themselves. Convenient if a second electric car is added.
Load balancing with your smart meter and charging with solar energy run via the Easee Equalizer P1 (€119). With the Equalizer, the Charge Max can also automatically switch between 1- and 3-phase when charging with solar energy.
Less convenient: only a socket, so a separate charging cable is needed, and the Equalizer is more expensive than a P1 dongle from HomeWizard. The Charge Max is only available in black and white.
View the Easee Charge Max, the Equalizer P1 or everything from Easee.
Which one suits your situation?
| Your situation | Our choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Lease car or ERE, and you want a fixed cable | Peblar Business with 5 or 7.5 m cable | MID meter, fixed cable, load balancing for €30 |
| Solar panels, and the car is often at home during the day | Zaptec Go 2 with Sense P1 | Switches between 1- and 3-phase, so it also charges with little sun |
| As affordable as possible, no MID required | Peblar Home 11 kW | Fixed cable, from €619 |
| Two electric cars at one address | Two Easee Charge Max's or two Zaptec Go 2's | Together distribute the power of your connection |
| Business premises, VvE or parking lot | Alfen Pro-line or Eve Single Plus | Robust, with RFID and widely supported by back offices |
| Solar panels with a Fronius or Enphase inverter | Fronius Wattpilot or Enphase EV Charger 2 | Works together with your existing energy system |
Still unsure between two models? With the selection guide you'll be further along in three questions, or just call us.
Three things people overlook
- A socket means an extra cable. A charging station with a socket may seem cheaper, but if you didn't receive a usable charging cable with your car, you'll have to pay an additional €150 to €230. Also pay attention to the cable itself: with a single-phase cable, you can charge at a maximum of 7.4 kW. You can find separate cables in our charging cables collection.
- You cannot retroactively install a MID meter. Are you currently driving a private car, but is there a chance you'll get a company car in a few years? Then choose a model with a MID meter now. The difference is around €150 to €250.
- How load balancing is connected. A wireless P1 dongle is easy if your fuse box is far from the charging station. A wired solution, such as with Alfen or with CT clamps, does not depend on Wi-Fi. Both are fine, but it does determine what the installer has to do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which brand of charging station is best?
There is no single best brand. If you want a fixed cable and a MID meter, the Peblar Business is a strong choice. If you have solar panels and your car is often at home during the day, the Zaptec Go 2 is interesting due to phase switching.
Do these charging stations work with every electric car?
Yes. All four use the Type 2 connection that is standard in Europe.
Which of these charging stations are suitable for ERE and declaration?
The models with a MID meter: Peblar Business, Zaptec Go 2, Alfen S-line, Pro-line and Eve Single Plus, and the Easee Charge Max. The Peblar Home and the first Zaptec Go do not have a MID meter. If you have doubts about your own charging station, take the free ERE check.
Does the Zaptec Go 2 have a fixed cable?
No, only a socket. If you want a fixed cable, look at Peblar, the cable versions of Alfen or Fronius. All charging stations with a fixed cable are grouped together in the charging stations with fixed cable collection.
Will I have to pay to have another charging station installed later?
Usually not entirely. The circuit in the fuse box and the cable often remain usable, so installing a different charging station is less work than the initial installation.
Still have doubts?
Call or email us with your car, your connection, and how you park. You'll get an installer on the line, not a call center.
Sources
- Peblar – Product brochure and specifications (NL)
- Peblar – AC charger technical specifications (EN)
- Zaptec – Introduction to the Zaptec Go 2
- Alfen – Plus charging station brochure (EN)
- ANWB – Alfen Eve Single Pro-line review
- Easee – Charge Max brochure (NL)
About RegeljeLaadpaal
RegeljeLaadpaal is a webshop and installation company for charging stations in Sneek, and a Zaptec Certified Partner. We sell Peblar, Zaptec, Alfen, Easee and more, and install in the northern and central Netherlands. Feel free to ask for advice.