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What is the difference between a home charging pile and a portable charger?

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GabrielRose

08/26/25 3:16am

Home charging piles and portable chargers differ in the following ways: Portable charging: Portable chargers use built-in chargers that operate on household electricity (220V), with limited input power. They are typically used for home charging when the electric vehicle is not in urgent need, allowing users to take advantage of off-peak electricity hours to reduce charging costs. A more significant advantage is the ability to perform deep charging on the battery, improving charge-discharge efficiency and extending battery life. Charging pile: On the other hand, charging piles are DC charging piles, fixedly installed outside the electric vehicle and connected to the AC grid using three-phase alternating current (380V) at 50Hz frequency. They output adjustable direct current to directly charge the electric vehicle's power battery.

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Fritz

09/08/25 3:41am

As an electric vehicle owner, I often get asked about the difference between home charging stations and portable chargers. A home charging station is a fixed installation in parking spaces or garages, typically with power ranging from 7kW to 22kW, offering much faster charging speeds. For example, my car can be fully charged in 5-6 hours. However, it requires professional electrician installation, approval from property management, and drilling for wiring, making the process a bit cumbersome. Portable chargers are much more convenient - you can buy one and carry it in your car. They have lower power, around 1.8kW to 3.6kW, and can be plugged into a standard household socket for immediate charging, but the speed is slower. I once tried charging my car fully with one, and it took over 15 hours, which was too time-consuming. If you drive daily for commuting like I do, a home charging station is definitely more practical, while a portable charger is handy for occasional trips. In summary, home charging stations are suitable for regular household users with high charging efficiency, while portable chargers are like spare tires - flexible but not practical for daily use. I recommend trying a portable charger first before considering installing a fixed station.

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