KENI EV charger: every feature explained

Most home EV chargers look alike. What matters day to day is in the details: how much power the charger can actually deliver, how it adapts to your electrical panel, how it behaves at −25 °C and what the app lets you do.

This guide walks through the features of KENI Level 2 chargers one by one, in 48A and 80A, with a J1772 or NACS connector, and explains what each one does for you in practice.

The KENI lineup at a glance

Model	Connector	Maximum power	Best for
KENI 48A J1772	SAE J1772	48A / 11.5 kW	Most battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles
KENI 48A NACS	NACS (SAE J3400)	48A / 11.5 kW	Tesla and NACS-port vehicles
KENI 80A J1772	SAE J1772	80A / 19.2 kW	Vehicles that accept high AC power, with an installation that supports it
KENI 80A NACS	NACS (SAE J3400)	80A / 19.2 kW	NACS vehicles that accept high AC power

Real charging speed also depends on your vehicle’s onboard charger: a charger more powerful than what the car accepts will not charge it any faster.

1. Adjustable current to match your electrical panel

Not every home has the same spare electrical capacity. KENI 48A chargers let you set the current from 6 to 48A, so your electrician can choose the value that fits the installed circuit and your service capacity, without changing chargers.

The 48A model is preconfigured for a 60A circuit. 80A models require a larger dedicated circuit: always have an electrician confirm your panel capacity before you choose.

If your panel is already heavily loaded, the KENI smart current sensor measures your home’s power use in real time and adjusts charging to avoid overloading your electrical service.

2. J1772 or NACS: your vehicle’s connector

Every model is available with a J1772 connector, the most common in North America, or a NACS connector, used by Tesla and a growing number of new models. The right choice depends on your vehicle’s AC charging port. An adapter lets you charge a vehicle with a different port.

To choose with confidence, read our guide J1772 or NACS charger: which one should you choose?

3. A connected charger: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and app

KENI chargers connect to the KENI app over Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz) or Bluetooth. With the app, you can:

• track your charging sessions and energy use in kWh;
• schedule charging overnight or outside peak periods;
• set the charger’s current limit;
• manage access to the charger and its connected features.

In Quebec, a connected charger is also a requirement for Écorecharge financial assistance for chargers acquired since April 1, 2026, provided the model appears on the official list of eligible chargers. All the details are in our article on the Écorecharge grant.

4. RFID and Plug & Charge: simple or secure, your choice

The charger can start automatically as soon as you plug in your vehicle, in Plug & Charge mode. If your charger is installed outdoors or in a shared parking area, you can instead require the included RFID card to start charging and prevent unauthorized use.

For multi-unit buildings and businesses, KENI chargers also support the OCPP 1.6J protocol, which lets them connect to a charging management platform. See our article What is an OCPP charger?

5. Built for Canadian winters

An outdoor charger in Canada has to handle snow, freezing rain and deep cold. KENI chargers offer:

• a NEMA 4 / IP65 enclosure for indoor or outdoor installation, protected against rain, snow and dust;
• an operating temperature of −30 °C to 50 °C;
• a 7 m cable designed to stay flexible down to −40 °C, so it is easy to handle even in extreme cold;
• an integrated holster to store the plug and protect the connector.

6. Safety and certifications

A Level 2 charger stays connected to a 240 V circuit around the clock. Safety should never be a compromise. KENI chargers include:

• ground fault protection (CCID 20);
• overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent and overheating protection;
• improper grounding detection.

They are cETLus certified (Intertek) to UL 2594 and CSA C22.2 No. 280, and carry the ENERGY STAR and FCC marks.

7. Wall or pedestal installation

KENI chargers are hardwired to your electrical panel, and a wall-mount bracket is included. If there is no wall near your parking spot, the KENI pedestal stand lets you install the charger in a driveway, a yard or a multi-unit parking lot.

Installation must be done by a qualified electrician, who will check panel capacity, circuit sizing and local requirements. Need help? Find an installer.

8. The KENI Privilege Club

Illustration. Amounts shown are fictitious.

When you connect your charger to the KENI app, you join the KENI Privilege Club. Eligible members receive $0.13 per eligible kWh recorded by their connected charger, starting January 1, 2027. The Club also includes a warranty of up to 7 years (labour excluded), subject to the program terms.

Rewards depend on the eligible energy actually recorded and the terms in effect: they are not guaranteed income. To understand how home charging relates to carbon credits, read EV charging carbon credits in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Is the KENI charger compatible with my vehicle?

Choose the connector that matches your vehicle’s AC charging port: J1772 for most battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, NACS for Tesla and NACS-port vehicles. With the right adapter, a vehicle can also charge on a charger with a different connector.

Should I choose a 48A or an 80A charger?

For most homes, the 48A (11.5 kW) is enough, since many vehicles limit their own AC charging power. The 80A (19.2 kW) is useful if your vehicle accepts high AC power and your electrical installation supports it.

Can I install the charger outdoors?

Yes. The NEMA 4 / IP65 enclosure allows indoor or outdoor installation, and the charger operates from −30 °C to 50 °C.

Does the charger work without Wi-Fi?

Yes, in Plug & Charge mode. A connection is needed to use the app features and to take part in the KENI Privilege Club.

What is the warranty?

The standard warranty is 3 years. Eligible KENI Privilege Club members get a warranty of up to 7 years, labour excluded, subject to the program terms.

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Sources
KENI charger spec sheets: 48A J1772, 48A NACS, 80A J1772, 80A NACS
Government of Quebec, Choosing an eligible home charging station