Wallbox
ActiveOverview
Wallbox is a provider of smart electric vehicle charging and energy management solutions, designing, manufacturing, and distributing chargers for residential, business, and public use. The company operates in Europe-Middle East Asia, North America, and Asia-Pacific segments, with products sold in over 67 countries and software platforms like myWallbox, Electromaps, and Sirius for charger management and energy integration.
History
Wallbox was founded in 2015 in Barcelona, Spain, by Enric Asunción and Eduard Castañeda, initially as Wall Box Chargers.12 Key milestones include winning first place at South Summit in 2017 and third at Startup World Cup in 2018, launching the bidirectional Quasar charger in 2019, and merging with Kensington Capital Acquisition Corp. II in 2021 to list on NYSE as WBX.13 In 2023, it acquired ABL GmbH, a German smart charging company, for €15 million.1
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Pulsar Plus (home AC charger) | Residential Level 2 smart charger | $600 - $900 |
| Commander 2 (business AC charger) | Commercial semi-public Level 2 charger | $800 - $1,200 |
| Copper SB (outdoor AC charger) | Durable business pedestal charger | $1,000 - $1,500 |
| Supernova (DC fast charger) | Public high-power DC fast charging | $10,000 - $20,000 |
| Quasar (bidirectional charger) | Residential bidirectional V2H/V2G | $5,000 - $8,000 |
Manufacturing
Products are manufactured in Spain and China through a vertically integrated model that supports short development cycles.3 Plans existed to add a U.S. facility in 2022, though current status is unspecified.3
Notable Products
- Quasar - World's first bidirectional residential charger for vehicle-to-home energy flow, launched 2019.
- Pulsar Plus - Popular Level 2 AC smart charger for home use with app integration.
- Supernova - DC fast charger for public applications, deployed in large-scale networks.
- Commander 2 - Level 2 AC charger designed for business and semi-public parking.
- Copper SB - Rugged outdoor AC charger for commercial environments.
Reputation
Wallbox is recognized by professionals for innovative products like the award-winning Quasar and Supernova, with strengths in smart energy management software and global reach.13 Enthusiasts appreciate its design awards and early adoption of bidirectional charging.1 Criticisms may stem from its public listing status, with stock volatility noted in market data, though operational growth continues via acquisitions like ABL.12