Nice review. Good to know A2Z allows for one hand operation. I’ll be doing a similar comparison with Lectron vs. the official Tesla made Rivian adapter I just received. Also looking forward to sharing our Volvo supercharging experience.
Thanks - Nice nice demonstration of both adapters . I own each A2Z and Lectron and both work as shown with my Lyriq and Silverado. I have one in each vehicle for emergencies when I need to use a TSCN location. For the record on road trips I prefer to use other CPO locations because of the short cable tesla used for the Lyriq and faster charger speeds tesla cannot match for the Silverado.
I appreciate this feedback. I also try to use other networks first, primarily due to cost, and I know the Silverado can get much better speeds at other locations. Cheers!
Question. Why do people not talk about the lock mechanism when charging? It looks to me that the A2Z is fully secure and if the car is charging and does not disengage the adapter, you cannot pull out the Tesla NACS side either due to their ingenious design. Whereas the Lectron any idiot can walk up and push the release mechanism button below and pull out the live Tesla charging connection. Which would be tremendously dangerous as it could possibly arc and damage the adapter, plug , car or the person. One of my peeves with even L2 adapters is the inability to lock the NACS into the adapter without low tech stupid keys, most adapters without dumb metal bicycle style locks uses button which allow any person to unplug your EV from charging.
Thank you very much for this video. I have a question. I have a Honda prologue car. I registered from the tesla app as you said, but it only shows one charging station. Why can't I charge at other charging stations of tesla. But when I change my car to Rivian, all charging stations appear. I wonder if I change my car to Rivian, will it charge? Can you try that? Thank you
Unfortunately, the vehicle that you say you are in has to match The vehicle you were actually in. The app can tell the difference. I would love to see a screenshot of the difference between the Rivian and the Blazer EV.
Only certain stations work with the adapters. Use the map in the app, under “charge your non-Tesla” or look up superchargers on the Tesla site and turn off all the filters except “superchargers open to NACS”
Correct. However, almost all of the A2Z adapters are the typhoon pro. Which has no recall. Tesla themselves didn’t like the way the original typhoon locking system worked. There are no reported problems. They are simply trying to comply with Teslas specification requests. If you have a typhoon, you can trade it for a typhoon pro no charge
Thank you for the great video. This will truly help me in deciding which one to get for my Honda Prologue Elite. Even if I'm planning on only using other Networks first.
It’s a lot to think about. I like both adapters. I would recommend anyone get one, because there are definitely areas where these superchargers fill some pretty gaping holes in the infrastructure. Thanks for watching!
@@Aslash304 I just ordered the Lectron Vortex Adapter. I had planned a long road trip from Seattle to South Florida along route 90, to then head south, but at one point it looked impossible without the Tesla Network. Like you always say, "it's good to have options". Thank you once again for all the great videos and awesome info.
I enjoyed your videos as they're straightforward and informative. I just bought a Prologue and an Adapter. Upon installing the Tesla App, I saw that Prologue was also in the list on the app. Does that mean that the Supercharger will accept it? Fyi, I also added the Blazer Ev in the vehicle list on Tesla app.
The Lectron Vortex and the A2Z Typhoon Pro are the best available at the current time. Watch this review to decide which one you like best. The A2Z has a nice case. The Lectron Vortex seems to be more robust.
The adapter from GM (sold for GM vehicles) works well and is much more compact, therefore easier to store. It is however, more expensive. According to GM you connect it to the tesla plug first before plugging into the vehicle. To get it apart after unplugging from the vehicle takes 2 hands.
You can connect both of these to the charger first as well. And when you say “much more compact,” how much size are we talking about? Does the difference in footprint justify the extra cost? Finally, does the GM unit come with a carrying case?
@@Aslash304 4.75" L x 4" H x 2.5" W Weight 1lb 11.3oz. No carrying case. GM recommends connecting to Tesla plug first. Fits nicely in the center console front or rear compartment.. Extra cost justification up to individual. I think it's worth $225.
@@Aslash304 Try your local Chevy dealer parts department. If you do it on line it'll ask for make and model such as Chevy Blazer EV RS AWD, so it may be better to do it by phone or in person as I doubt they list the Honda. All else fails, let me know.
Nice review. Good to know A2Z allows for one hand operation.
I’ll be doing a similar comparison with Lectron vs. the official Tesla made Rivian adapter I just received.
Also looking forward to sharing our Volvo supercharging experience.
Looking forward to seeing your review!
Thanks - Nice nice demonstration of both adapters . I own each A2Z and Lectron and both work as shown with my Lyriq and Silverado. I have one in each vehicle for emergencies when I need to use a TSCN location. For the record on road trips I prefer to use other CPO locations because of the short cable tesla used for the Lyriq and faster charger speeds tesla cannot match for the Silverado.
I appreciate this feedback. I also try to use other networks first, primarily due to cost, and I know the Silverado can get much better speeds at other locations. Cheers!
Good Morning Adam and thank you for this video I am going to buy the A2Z adapter :)
Right on! Both are high quality. Thanks for watching!
Question. Why do people not talk about the lock mechanism when charging? It looks to me that the A2Z is fully secure and if the car is charging and does not disengage the adapter, you cannot pull out the Tesla NACS side either due to their ingenious design.
Whereas the Lectron any idiot can walk up and push the release mechanism button below and pull out the live Tesla charging connection. Which would be tremendously dangerous as it could possibly arc and damage the adapter, plug , car or the person.
One of my peeves with even L2 adapters is the inability to lock the NACS into the adapter without low tech stupid keys, most adapters without dumb metal bicycle style locks uses button which allow any person to unplug your EV from charging.
I like the design of the A2Z very much. It’s smart and simple.
does the door open ding never stop?
If the car is on and the door is open, the ding never stops.
I saw a couple reviews of the Typhoon Pro, of the adapter getting hot during charging. Have you experienced either one getting hot during charging?
Have not. When it’s warm out, pretty much every handle gets hot.
Confirmed that both adapters work with Polestar.
Excellent!
Thank you very much for this video. I have a question. I have a Honda prologue car. I registered from the tesla app as you said, but it only shows one charging station. Why can't I charge at other charging stations of tesla. But when I change my car to Rivian, all charging stations appear. I wonder if I change my car to Rivian, will it charge? Can you try that? Thank you
Unfortunately, the vehicle that you say you are in has to match The vehicle you were actually in. The app can tell the difference. I would love to see a screenshot of the difference between the Rivian and the Blazer EV.
so you're not supposed to plug in the cable first and then go into the app?
You can. I’ve tried it both ways
Coming from Tesla to a Chevy blazer Ev,will this work on all of the Tesla stations or just certain ones?
I already have the Tesla app.
Only certain stations work with the adapters. Use the map in the app, under “charge your non-Tesla” or look up superchargers on the Tesla site and turn off all the filters except “superchargers open to NACS”
@ thanks
i have lectron adapter for my honda prologue. i usually connect the supercharger to the adapter first then connect to the car.
I have tried this. It is easier to do overall.
The A2Z typhoon adapter has a recall coming for it soon. Not sure what the problem is.
Correct. However, almost all of the A2Z adapters are the typhoon pro. Which has no recall. Tesla themselves didn’t like the way the original typhoon locking system worked. There are no reported problems. They are simply trying to comply with Teslas specification requests. If you have a typhoon, you can trade it for a typhoon pro no charge
I got the lectron did i make a good choice
@@elioquen5689 it’s the most popular and has had multiple iterations. Ford is also using it as an official adapter. Definitely a good choice
Thank you for the great video. This will truly help me in deciding which one to get for my Honda Prologue Elite. Even if I'm planning on only using other Networks first.
It’s a lot to think about. I like both adapters. I would recommend anyone get one, because there are definitely areas where these superchargers fill some pretty gaping holes in the infrastructure. Thanks for watching!
@@Aslash304 I just ordered the Lectron Vortex Adapter. I had planned a long road trip from Seattle to South Florida along route 90, to then head south, but at one point it looked impossible without the Tesla Network. Like you always say, "it's good to have options". Thank you once again for all the great videos and awesome info.
@@mpgolfzen great choice!
@@Aslash304 thanks!
Fortunately I rarely use one of my hands for filming while charging.
Since there is no test to show ease of use, I thought it would be valuable to illustrate that one can be operated more easily with one hand.
@ I thought it was a fine test. I am just glad to have both hands available.
Hi Adam, I got A2Z typhoon. I m not getting more than 35KWH of energy. Is there something I have to do with the settings or any other suggestions?
What’s your state of charge?
@@Aslash304 16%
@@utkarsh9797 did you do a full charge? How long did you let it charge?
@@Aslash304 Yes till 80%, it took 2 hrs.
@@utkarsh9797 what was outside temp?
I enjoyed your videos as they're straightforward and informative. I just bought a Prologue and an Adapter. Upon installing the Tesla App, I saw that Prologue was also in the list on the app. Does that mean that the Supercharger will accept it? Fyi, I also added the Blazer Ev in the vehicle list on Tesla app.
It’s a complex answer. This video addresses it right at the beginning th-cam.com/video/xA7HXHhR8LA/w-d-xo.htmlsi=7-ner4th6eFhLYFU
Hi Sir,I am new to this ev charging on Tesla superchargers so what adapters do you recommend for Volvo xc40 recharge
The Lectron Vortex and the A2Z Typhoon Pro are the best available at the current time. Watch this review to decide which one you like best. The A2Z has a nice case. The Lectron Vortex seems to be more robust.
Thanks for the fast response.
Will these function as a Tesla wall connector to J1772 adaptor if connected to a wall connector and not to a Supercharger?
No. Fast Charging is DC. Home Charging is AC. This is what I use: a.co/d/aGIuJND
No, this is for DC charging only.
The adapter from GM (sold for GM vehicles) works well and is much more compact, therefore easier to store. It is however, more expensive. According to GM you connect it to the tesla plug first before plugging into the vehicle. To get it apart after unplugging from the vehicle takes 2 hands.
You can connect both of these to the charger first as well. And when you say “much more compact,” how much size are we talking about? Does the difference in footprint justify the extra cost? Finally, does the GM unit come with a carrying case?
@@Aslash304 4.75" L x 4" H x 2.5" W Weight 1lb 11.3oz. No carrying case. GM recommends connecting to Tesla plug first. Fits nicely in the center console front or rear compartment.. Extra cost justification up to individual. I think it's worth $225.
@@phill6885And how do I get one for my Honda?
@@Aslash304 Try your local Chevy dealer parts department. If you do it on line it'll ask for make and model such as Chevy Blazer EV RS AWD, so it may be better to do it by phone or in person as I doubt they list the Honda. All else fails, let me know.
@@phill6885 you need a VIN. It was rhetorical.