Bosch Standard Charger 4A vs Bafang 42V 3A Charger
Comparison 2026 — E-bike Chargers
Reviewed by Maarten de Vries
Head of E-bike Reviews
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Bosch Standard Charger 4A edges out the Bafang 42V 3A Charger with an overall score of 88/100 against 76/100. It scores particularly well on charging speed (78/100) and compatibility (96/100), making it the better all-round pick in E-bike Chargers.
The Bafang 42V 3A Charger remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €45.00 versus €89.00.
Charging speed winner
Bosch Standard Charger 4A
6% higher than its rival
Value winner
Bafang 42V 3A Charger
10% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Bosch Standard Charger 4A | Bafang 42V 3A Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €89.00 | €45.00+98% |
| Rating | ★4.7 (3,120) | ★4.3 (890) |
| Overall | 88/100+16% | 76/100 |
| Charging | ||
| Charging current | 4 A+33% | 3 A |
| Output voltage | 36 V | 42 V (laad) / 36 V (nominaal)+17% |
| Power | 144 W+14% | 126 W |
| Charge time 500 Wh (0-100%) | ± 4,5 uur | — |
| Weight | 800 g | 500 g+60% |
| Charge time 468 Wh (0-100%) | — | ± 5 uur |
| Compatibility | ||
| Battery type | Bosch PowerPack / PowerTube Classic+ | — |
| Capacities | 300 / 400 / 500 / 625 Wh | — |
| Motors | Active, Performance, Performance CX (2014-2021) | — |
| Smart System | Nee / No | — |
| Systems | — | Bafang BBS01 / BBS02 / BBSHD, generieke 36V li-ion |
| Connector | — | DC barrel 5.5x2.1mm of XLR-3 |
| Not compatible | — | Bosch / Shimano STEPS / Brose / Yamaha |
| Certification | — | CE (let op grijze import) |
Pros and cons
Bosch Standard Charger 4A
Pros
- Compatible with every Bosch battery since 2014 (PowerPack and PowerTube 300-625 Wh)
- Active cooling with a whisper-quiet fan — fine for charging in an apartment
- 4A charges a 500 Wh pack to full in roughly 4.5 hours
- Genuine Bosch 2-year warranty and a worldwide dealer network
Cons
- At 800 grams with a fixed mains cable it is too heavy to carry in a pannier daily
- No charge indicator on the charger itself — you have to check the e-bike display
Bafang 42V 3A Charger
Pros
- Works with nearly every 36V (42V charging) battery with a DC plug — BBS01/02/HD, Unit, Ansmann
- Very affordable — roughly half the price of a genuine Bosch charger
- Charges a 36V 13Ah (468 Wh) battery in about 5 hours
- Compact and light enough (500 g) for occasional travel
Cons
- Build quality is generic — no active cooling and a simple plastic housing
- Not intended for Bosch, Shimano or Brose systems with data communication
Where to buy
Bosch Standard Charger 4A
Amazon.nl
€89.00Shop on Amazon.nl
Bafang 42V 3A Charger
Amazon.nl
€45.00Shop on Amazon.nl
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