Rewards program showdown
Get paid to charge at home: which program wins?
WattsApp, DashSharing and Grizzl-E Club compared on reward rate, upfront cost, chargers and payouts. Details checked October 2026.
The six chargers at a glance
Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3)~$815 CAD · you buy it, not refundedEarns 21¢/kWhWattsApp · Works with any EV
Tesla Universal Wall Connector$945 CAD · you buy it, not refundedEarns 21¢/kWhDashSharing · Low upfront
DashSharing Standard (40A)$350 CAD · refundable depositEarns 3¢, then 11¢/kWhDashSharing · Faster
DashSharing Ultra (48A)$599 CAD · refundable depositEarns 3¢, then 11¢/kWhGrizzl-E Club · Lowest barrier
Grizzl-E Classic Connect 40A$100 CAD · refundable deposit (Essentials)Earns 3¢ rising to 10¢/kWhGrizzl-E Club · Fast
Grizzl-E Ultimate 48A$100 CAD · refundable deposit (Essentials)Earns 3¢ rising to 10¢/kWhCharger photos are the providers' own product images, shown for identification.
Charger-by-charger comparison
| Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3) | Tesla Universal Wall Connector | DashSharing Standard (40A) | DashSharing Ultra (48A) | Grizzl-E Classic Connect 40A | Grizzl-E Ultimate 48A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rewards program | WattsApp | WattsApp | DashSharing | DashSharing | Grizzl-E Club | Grizzl-E Club |
| Upfront cost (CAD) | ~$815 you buy it, not refunded | $945 you buy it, not refunded | $350 refundable deposit | $599 refundable deposit | ★ Best in row$100 refundable deposit (Essentials) | ★ Best in row$100 refundable deposit (Essentials) |
| Reward rate | ★ Best in row21¢/kWh | ★ Best in row21¢/kWh | 3¢, then 11¢/kWh | 3¢, then 11¢/kWh | 3¢ rising to 10¢/kWh | 3¢ rising to 10¢/kWh |
| Power | ★ Best in row48A / 11.5 kW | ★ Best in row48A / 11.5 kW | 40A / about 9.6 kW | ★ Best in row48A / about 11.5 kW | 40A / about 9.6 kW | ★ Best in row48A / about 11.5 kW |
| Plug | NACS | ★ Best in rowNACS + built-in J1772 adapter | J1772 or NACS (your choice) | J1772 or NACS (your choice) | J1772 or NACS | J1772 or NACS |
| Cable | ★ Best in row24 ft (7.3 m) | ★ Best in row24 ft (7.3 m) | 18 ft | 18 ft | See manufacturer spec sheet | See manufacturer spec sheet |
| Install type | Hardwired | Hardwired | Electrician install | Electrician install (60A breaker) | Plug-in (NEMA 14-50) | Hardwired |
| Smart features | Wi-Fi, Tesla app, power management | ★ Best in rowWi-Fi, Tesla app, power management, over-the-air updates | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, OCPP 1.6J | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, OCPP 1.6J | Wi-Fi, Grizzl-E Connect app | Wi-Fi, Grizzl-E Connect app |
| Warranty | 4 years (residential) | 4 years (residential) | ★ Best in rowLifetime while a member | ★ Best in rowLifetime while a member | Lifetime while a member | ★ Best in row3 years, lifetime while a member |
| Weather | Indoor / outdoor | Indoor / outdoor | NEMA 3R, outdoor rated | NEMA 3R, outdoor rated | Built for Canadian winters | Indoor / outdoor, made in Canada |
| Who owns it | ★ Best in rowYou own it from day one | ★ Best in rowYou own it from day one | DashSharing owns it until 1,500 kWh, then $50 buyout | DashSharing owns it until 1,500 kWh, then $50 buyout | Essentials: United Chargers supplies it. Buy it and you own it | Essentials: United Chargers supplies it. Buy it and you own it |
| Best for | Tesla and NACS vehicles, highest earnings | Non-Tesla EVs and mixed households | Everyday drivers who want a small deposit | Heavy drivers with a 60A circuit | Lowest cost to start, long-term charging | Fast charging for a $100 deposit |
| Our rating: Speed | ||||||
| Our rating: Earnings | ||||||
| Our rating: Low upfront cost |
Specs and prices come from each provider's public listings and change by model and region. Ratings are our editorial opinion. Always check the exact model's spec sheet.
Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3)
~$815 CAD · you buy it, not refunded · earns 21¢/kWh
What we like
- Highest published reward rate of the three programs
- You own the charger outright, with no deposit or return rules
- Fast 48A charging and a long 24 ft cable
- Works with Tesla and other NACS vehicles directly
Watch out for
- Highest upfront cost of the group
- NACS plug only: J1772 / CCS1 vehicles need an adapter (or the Universal model)
- Must be linked to a Tesla account to earn
Our verdict: The best charger for earning if your vehicle uses NACS. You pay more once, then keep every dollar of the top rate.
See WattsApp →Tesla Universal Wall Connector
$945 CAD · you buy it, not refunded · earns 21¢/kWh
What we like
- One charger for NACS and J1772 / CCS1 vehicles
- Same top WattsApp rate as the Gen 3
- Integrated J1772 adapter, so no loose adapter to lose
- Future-proof if you change vehicles
Watch out for
- Costs about $130 more than the Gen 3
- Tesla lists it as out of stock and for Tesla owners only while supplies are limited, so availability needs checking
- Must be linked to a Tesla account to earn
Our verdict: The right pick for a Hyundai, Kia, Ford, GM or any other J1772 vehicle that wants the WattsApp rate. Confirm stock before you commit.
See on Tesla Canada →DashSharing Standard (40A)
$350 CAD · refundable deposit · earns 3¢, then 11¢/kWh
What we like
- Deposit comes back at 1,500 kWh
- Choose a J1772 or NACS cable
- Lifetime warranty while you are a member
- Rate rises to 11¢/kWh after the milestone
Watch out for
- Only 3¢/kWh until you reach 1,500 kWh
- You must return it if you leave before 1,500 kWh ($650 replacement fee if you do not)
- Charger locks after 20 offline sessions
Our verdict: A sensible middle path: small risk up front, and decent earnings once you pass 1,500 kWh.
See DashSharing →DashSharing Ultra (48A)
$599 CAD · refundable deposit · earns 3¢, then 11¢/kWh
What we like
- 20% faster than the Standard model
- Same 11¢/kWh rate after 1,500 kWh
- Deposit is refunded at the milestone
- Lifetime warranty while a member
Watch out for
- Larger deposit ($599) is tied up until 1,500 kWh
- Needs a 60A breaker and a panel with room
- Same return rules if you leave early ($750 replacement fee)
Our verdict: Worth it only if your vehicle can use 48A and your panel supports it. Many EVs charge no faster than 40A, so check first.
See DashSharing Ultra →Grizzl-E Classic Connect 40A
$100 CAD · refundable deposit (Essentials) · earns 3¢ rising to 10¢/kWh
What we like
- Only $100 deposit, refunded after your first connected session
- Canadian-made hardware
- No membership fee
- Rate never drops once you reach a tier
Watch out for
- Slowest earnings: starts at 3¢ and climbs 1¢ per 5,000 kWh
- Thanksgiving Bonus (+5¢) is for members who own their charger, not Essentials
- Sessions that do not upload are not credited
Our verdict: The easiest way in. Earnings are modest in the early years, so it suits patient, high-kWh households.
See Grizzl-E Club →Grizzl-E Ultimate 48A
$100 CAD · refundable deposit (Essentials) · earns 3¢ rising to 10¢/kWh
What we like
- 48A charging for just a $100 refundable deposit
- Canadian-made hardware
- Own it outright and unlock the Thanksgiving Bonus (up to 15¢ total)
- Lifetime warranty while a member
Watch out for
- Same slow-climbing rate ladder as the Classic
- Hardwired install with a 60A breaker
- Outright purchase price is higher than a deposit (US list US$479.99)
Our verdict: The best value for speed if you want a nearly free fast charger. You trade away earnings for a tiny deposit.
See Grizzl-E Ultimate →The programs themselves, compared
All three are funded by Canada's Clean Fuel Regulations credit market. The difference is how much they pay, what you put down, and who owns the charger.
| WattsApp★ Our pick | DashSharing | Grizzl-E Club | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reward rate | ★ Best in row21 points per kWh = 21¢/kWh from the first kWh (100 points = $1). That is 3 base + 3 Triple Play + 15 ongoing bonus. Without the Triple Play pick it is 18 points. | 3¢/kWh until 1,500 kWh, then 11¢/kWh on everything after. The $45 earned at 3¢ is credited when you hit the milestone. | Essentials: starts at 3¢, +1¢ every 5,000 kWh, up to 10¢. Own or convert: starts at 5¢ up to 10¢, plus a 5¢ Thanksgiving Bonus (up to 15¢ total). |
| Upfront cost | Full price of a Tesla Wall Connector: about $815 (Gen 3) or $945 (Universal). | Refundable deposit: $350 (Standard 40A) or $599 (Ultra 48A). Promotional discounts may apply. | ★ Best in row$100 refundable deposit (Essentials). Or buy or convert a Grizzl-E you already own at no program cost. |
| Who owns the charger | ★ Best in rowYou own the charger from day one. | DashSharing owns it until 1,500 kWh. Then keep it for a $50 buyout. | Essentials: United Chargers supplies it while you are a member. Purchased or converted: you own it. |
| Deposit / refund | Nothing to refund. It is yours. | Deposit refunded once you reach 1,500 kWh of eligible charging. | Deposit refunded after your first completed connected charging session. |
| Lock-in / exit rules | ★ Best in rowNone. Leave any time and keep your charger. | Leave before 1,500 kWh and you must return the charger within 14 days, or pay $650 (Standard) / $750 (Ultra). | Warranty and support last as long as your membership is active. No membership fee. |
| How you get paid | Points redeemed by Interac e-Transfer. Minimum 10,000 points ($100). Points do not expire. Supercharging reimbursements are paid monthly on request. | ★ Best in rowDirect deposit on the 1st of each month once your balance reaches $100. | ★ Best in rowEFT, minimum $10, once a month. Thanksgiving Bonus converts to cash on Oct 1, 2027. |
| Extras | ★ Best in rowUp to $25/month Supercharging reimbursement in summer (June to August) and optionally winter (January to March): up to $150 a year. $10 per referral. Optional prize draws. | Lifetime warranty and support while a member. No monthly fees today. | No membership fee. 1¢/kWh on charging by members you refer. |
| Vehicles | Vehicle-agnostic. A Tesla vehicle is not required, but the Wall Connector must be linked to a Tesla account. | All EVs sold in North America (pick a J1772 or NACS cable). | All EVs with a J1772 or NACS port. |
| Eligible chargers | Tesla Wall Connector Gen 3 or Tesla Universal Wall Connector only. | DashSharing Standard (40A) and Ultra (48A). | Classic Connect 40A, Mini Connect 40A, Ultimate 48A (Essentials). Ultimate 80A and Duo Connect 40A if you buy. |
| Best for | People who want the highest earnings and a charger they own. | People who want a small deposit and charge a lot. | People who want to start for almost nothing and earn over many years. |
| Our rating: Earnings | |||
| Our rating: Low upfront cost | |||
| Our rating: Simplicity |
What could you earn in year one?
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Illustration only. Based on each provider's published rates as of October 2026, assuming all kWh are eligible and you start at zero lifetime kWh. Rates, bonuses and rules can change, and points-based rewards are paid out on each provider's own schedule. Earnings are not guaranteed.
★ Our recommendation
WattsApp with a Tesla Wall Connector
If you want to get paid the most for charging at home, we recommend WattsApp. It pays 21¢ per kWh from the very first kWh, while DashSharing and Grizzl-E Club start at 3¢ to 5¢ and take thousands of kWh to climb. At 5,000 kWh a year, that is about $1,050 versus roughly $430 (DashSharing) or $150 to $250 (Grizzl-E Club).
- You own the charger from day one: no deposit tied up, no return rules, no lock-in.
- Up to $150 a year in Supercharging reimbursements on top of home-charging rewards.
- Our installers are Tesla Certified and set you up with WattsApp step by step.
- Get a $10 Tim Hortons gift card from EV Install Pro when we install your Tesla charger and sign you up.
- Not a Tesla driver? The Universal Wall Connector charges NACS and J1772 / CCS1 vehicles.
The honest tradeoff: WattsApp costs the most upfront (about $815 for the Gen 3 or $945 for the Universal, plus installation). At 5,000 kWh a year the charger could pay for itself in under a year, but only if rates hold. Rates can change, and nothing here is guaranteed. If a refundable deposit matters more to you than the top rate, DashSharing is our second choice.
How to choose
Upfront money
Can you spend $815 to $945 on a charger? If not, a refundable deposit program (DashSharing, Grizzl-E Club) gets you started for $100 to $599.
How much you charge
Programs pay per kWh. A household charging 8,000 kWh a year earns far more from a high rate than from a low one.
Your vehicle's plug
NACS vehicles plug straight into a Gen 3. J1772 / CCS1 vehicles want the Universal, or a program charger with a J1772 cable.
Your panel
A 48A charger needs a 60A breaker. Tight panels may need smart load management. We assess your panel on every visit.
Lock-in
Owning your charger (WattsApp) means no return rules. Loaned chargers come with conditions if you leave or move early.
Certification
Ontario inspections need a recognised mark (cUL, cETL or CSA). We check before we install.
See what an install costs on our Markham pricing page, the rebates guide, our installation guide and the home charger comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Which program pays the most?
On published rates, WattsApp pays the most: 21¢/kWh from the first kWh. DashSharing reaches 11¢/kWh after 1,500 kWh. Grizzl-E Club tops out at 10¢/kWh, or up to 15¢/kWh for members who own their charger and collect the Thanksgiving Bonus. The tradeoff is upfront cost: WattsApp needs a charger you buy, while DashSharing and Grizzl-E Club lend you one for a refundable deposit.
Can I be in more than one program with the same charger?
Generally no. These programs all claim the same Clean Fuel Regulations credits, so a charger should only be enrolled in one at a time. Check each provider's terms before switching.
Do I need a Tesla to use WattsApp?
WattsApp says its program is vehicle-agnostic. What you need is an eligible Tesla Wall Connector (Gen 3 or Universal) linked to a Tesla account. Always confirm eligibility with WattsApp before buying a charger.
Will a Tesla charger work on my non-Tesla EV?
The Tesla Universal Wall Connector has a built-in J1772 adapter, so it charges NACS and J1772 / CCS1 vehicles. The Gen 3 Wall Connector is NACS only, so a J1772 vehicle needs an adapter.
Is the money guaranteed?
No. These programs are funded by Clean Fuel Regulations credit markets, and every provider can change rates. Treat the numbers as estimates, not guaranteed income.
Do you install these chargers?
Yes. Our ESA-licensed electricians install Level 2 chargers across Markham and York Region, including the chargers shown on this page. Installation is separate from the program deposit or charger cost.
Disclosure: EV Install Pro Markham has a partnership with WattsApp and offers a $10 Tim Hortons gift card to customers whose Tesla charger we install and who sign up. We are not affiliated with DashSharing, United Chargers (Grizzl-E) or Tesla. Product names and images belong to their owners and are shown for identification.
Rates, deposits and terms are taken from each provider's public pages as of October 2026 and change often. Dollar amounts are CAD unless noted. Earnings are estimates and are not guaranteed. Always confirm current terms with the provider before enrolling or buying a charger. Sources: WattsApp, DashSharing FAQ, DashSharing chargers, Grizzl-E Club, ChargeClub: Grizzl-E, ChargeClub: WattsApp, Tesla Canada.
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