IYILO Level 2 EV charger review: Record-breaking scores at a budget price

A brand-new electric vehicle (EV) charger company walks into a room full of well-established competitors and claims it has built the safest home charger on the market. Sounds like the setup to a punchline, right?

Not for IYILO.

EV charging expert and EnergySage partner Tom Moloughney put the IYILO Level 2 charger through his rigorous ChargerRater evaluation. The IYILO passed with flying colors, scoring 103 out of 100—the highest rating Tom has ever awarded. That's not a typo: The charger broke his scoring system.

We’ll explain why it earned that score, what you should know before buying, and whether it belongs in your garage.

The IYILO Level 2 is a Wi-Fi-connected smart charger available in 40-amp and 48-amp versions, with both J1772 and NACS (J3400) connector options. The 48-amp model is UL-listed, Energy Star certified, and backed by a standard three-year warranty.

EnergySage partnered with Tom Moloughney to evaluate the IYILO Level 2 using his ChargerRater, a 100-point system that grades home EV chargers across four categories: cost and value, power and construction, testing, and intelligence.

The IYILO's weakest showing came in the testing category, while its strongest marks came from intelligence. When the final score was tallied, the IYILO earned an unprecedented 103 points, or 5.15 stars out of 5. Tom described himself as "genuinely stunned."

IYILO Level 2 vs. other popular home EV chargers

You want serious charging power at a low price

At $339 for the 48-amp hardwired model, the IYILO undercuts most comparable chargers by a wide margin. The ChargePoint Home Flex starts at $549, and the Emporia Pro at $599—both excellent chargers, but both are more expensive for similar output. If your priority is maximum charging speed at the lowest possible price, the IYILO is hard to argue against.

You live somewhere with extreme weather (harsh winters or hot summers)

No one wants to deal with a stiff, unmanageable cable on a 10°F January morning. Fortunately, the IYILO's cable stayed pliable and easy to coil after more than 24 hours at -11.5°F, making it one of the best cold-weather performers Tom has tested.

It also offers extra protection when temperatures swing in the other direction. Plug-in models include a built-in NTC heat sensor that detects excessive heat at the outlet and automatically reduces charging power or shuts the charger down if needed. The IYILO is the first charger Tom has tested with this type of temperature-monitoring system built directly into the plug.

You want smarter charging without a complicated setup

Tom noted that pairing the charger with the IYILO app took just a couple of minutes, which is faster than most smart chargers he's reviewed. Once connected, you can track line voltage, charging current, power output, session duration, energy delivered, session cost, and plug and connector temperatures in real time. You can also schedule charging to run during off-peak electricity hours, set up RFID card access for authorized users, and review detailed charging history.

You want a charger from a proven brand with years of history

This charger is IYILO’s very first product. That's exciting, but it also means there's no long-term track record to draw on. For buyers who feel more comfortable with a brand that's been around for years, established options like the ChargePoint Home Flex or Tesla Wall Connector may offer more peace of mind. Tom's testing evaluates performance, not longevity. Durability over time is something only years in the field can truly validate.

You want a metal enclosure

The IYILO's NEMA 4 rating means it's weatherproofed and built to handle the elements. But the housing itself is plastic—a choice that keeps costs down but may feel less robust than the metal enclosures used by some competitors. For buyers who prioritize build quality or are installing in a particularly demanding environment, the Grizzl-E Ultimate is known for its rugged metal construction.

A brand-new company earning the highest ChargerRater score in the history of Tom Moloughney's testing is not a small thing. The IYILO Level 2 EV charger backs up its bold safety claims with a first-of-its-kind plug heat sensor, delivers outstanding cold-weather performance, offers a fast, functional app, and does all of it at a price that undercuts the established competition by $200.

That said, any brand launching its first product carries some inherent uncertainty about long-term support. But on the merits of what can be tested and measured today, the IYILO makes a compelling case.

And remember: The charger's sticker price is only part of the equation. Installation costs vary based on your panel, wiring distance, and local labor rates. Getting quotes from licensed electricians and checking for available incentives in your area is always a smart step before making your final decision.