Upgrade the OEM unit for about $332.
Good: low price, portable, easy to make adapters to fit different plugs, only requires 20 amp circuit(full 16a charging). Level 1, 240v upgrade only needs 15a circuit(12a charging). Truly universal charging that works on both 120v and 240v.
Bad: Must sent it in so no charging a couple days(mine took 8), could be an issue at end of lease but I think they will exchange for an original at no cost. Does not lend itself that good for permanent mount although some do and are happy.
http://evseupgrade.com/?2
AV
http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=614
Full service and warranty with installation services. Very reliable. Has holster.
Somewhat expensive especially the install. Available on ebay for self install or your own electrician.
Seems bulky and protrudes a bit more than needed from the wall.
Requires 40 amp circuit. Rated for outdoor use.
Standard is 18' cord but 25' cord seems to be available on request.
Look for this one on ebay for about $625 May have sold out at this time (Jan/2012)
SPX $950 + shipping
https://homecharging.spx.com/portal/Display.aspx?id=11&menu=8
http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=1442
Portable and does have a mounting system but no cord hook. Adjustable to be usable on 15, 20, 30 & 40 amp circuits. Pigtail can be swapped to match the outlet you have. Adapters can be made for adapting to different plugs on the road.
Some report issues with not charging when Leaf timer is used. Appears to be when only end time is set Leaf does not charge.
Rated for outdoor use.
Leviton 160
http://www.leviton.com/OA_HTML/ProductDetail.jsp?partnumber=EVB22-3PM§ion=37741&minisite=10251
http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=822
Available at Home Depot for $999. Available elsewhere ~$900 shipped, no tax.
http://www.garrett-smarthome.com/search.php?pg=1&stext=leviton+160&sprice=&stype=&scat=
Mounting kit probably not needed unless you will be moving this item frequently. Mounting plate is included.
Only requires 20 amp circuit. Limited to 16 amp to vehicle which will charge current leaf at full speed. Future Leaf or other cars may accept more power in the future. It will still charge all just fine just at the 16 amp rate.
Semi portable with plug in pigtail. Wall plate mount would allow easy removal to a different location. Rated for outdoor use.
Seems a bit of an industrial look with the blue metal box. But fairly compact and low profile. Mounting plate has cord hook but no holster.
Some say mounting plate not needed, just bolt it to the wall. Mount plate may add portability.
Leviton Evr-Green 320
List is $1,495 for 25' cord and $1,395 for an 18' cord. Only NEMA 6-50 plug in available. No J-plug holster.
http://www.leviton.com/OA_HTML/SectionDisplay.jsp?section=37741&minisite=10251
Schneider $799 shipped from Home Depot. Ordered mine today (9/23) HD says back ordered but they are now allowing the purchase.
http://products.schneider-electric....ons/indoor-electric-vehicle-charging-station/
http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc...gId=-1&keyword=electric+vehicle&storeId=10051
http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=2630
Designed for hardwire only. Although it would seem you could put a cord on it. (I did)
Indoor use only. Although there is an outdoor unit available for more money as part of the commercial applications.
Requires 40 amp circuit. 18' cord. Best looking, low profile. Cord hook looks basic and no holster. Cord hook is painted steel and very strong.
Works with ALL Leaf timer settings. Has delay timer and length of charging indicator. Schneider delay works with Leaf timers.
GE Wattstation
http://www.geindustrial.com/cwc/Dis...pnlid=8&famid=9404&catid=6061&id=WS-WallMount
http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=770
http://www.homedepot.com/Tools-Hard...splay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
Should be available soon at Lowes.com. Rumor is a couple stores have a few on display. Price $1,000 when found in store.
Looks like $999 shipped from Home Depot.com $750 + shipping from
http://store.ontility.com/products/ev-charging-stations.htm
Available in different colors. Seems bulky large and more profile at 6" deep. Very nice looking if you have the wall space.
Requires 40 amp circuit, has a nice holster. Outdoor rated. Cord is just 16'
Has an OFF mode to draw zero power when not in use
HomeDepot states "limited lifetime warranty"
As of 6-25-2012 a few reports of damage to the Leaf charger (diode?) and hearsay is the Nissan is working with GE for fix.
Siemens Versicharge 30A Black Bottom Fed Electric Vehicle Charger
http://www.homedepot.com/Tools-Hard...splay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&storeId=10051
http://w3.usa.siemens.com/powerdist...ricvehicle/versicharge/Pages/versicharge.aspx
Price $999 at home Depot. 30a & 70a models available.
30a model can be dialed down for circuits less than 40 amps. 7.2 to 1.8 kW
Nice holster. Includes 20' charging cable and delay timer.
Legrand/Pass and Seymour
http://www.homedepot.com/Tools-Hard...splay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
http://www.legrand.us/passandseymour/ev-chargers.aspx
Good price at $750. Nice coiled cord if that works for you. Have not seen this cord except on Voltec that is not available for Leaf owners.
Nice holster. This could give Schneider some competition. Cord listed at 24' is longest available but I would question if it was practical to streatch the cord out fully.
This one is just 16 amps similar to Leviton 160. Great alternative if limited main power is available.
Clippercreek
http://www.clippercreek.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=85&Itemid=212
Looks portable but instructions indicate permanent mount. Different models for 15amp, 20amp & 25 amp circuits.
$995 on the website, outdoor rated. Cord length not specified.
Probably some others
I use Schnieder virtually every day, works perfect since about Sept 2011.
EVSEUpgrade in use as needed V1 (12 amp) modified about Oct 2011.
Once a week I use Leviton 160, works perfect since June 2012.
There are individual threads on each with more details.