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Anker
The modern power strip—USB ports built in, no separate chargers needed. Charge laptop, phone, tablet from one compact unit. Perfect for desk or nightstand.
2
2 (12W each)
1 (30W)
5ft
| Product | Rating | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Strip with USB Best Anker | 4.8 | $30 | View |
 12-Outlet Surge Protector Belkin | 4.6 | $45 | View |
 6-Outlet Wall Tap Surge Protector Value Tripp Lite | 4.5 | $15 | View |
 Travel Power Strip with USB NTONPOWER | 4.5 | $19 | View |
 6-Outlet Surge Protector Amazon Basics | 4.4 | $12 | View |
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Anker
The modern power strip—USB ports built in, no separate chargers needed. Charge laptop, phone, tablet from one compact unit. Perfect for desk or nightstand.
2
2 (12W each)
1 (30W)
5ft
Belkin
The entertainment center surge protector. Twelve outlets handle TV, gaming console, streaming boxes, and more. 4320 joules protects expensive electronics from power spikes.
12
4320
8ft
AC + coax + phone
Tripp Lite
Plug directly into wall outlet, instant six outlets. No cord clutter, no floor space. Lower surge protection than strips, but fine for basic electronics.
6
540
Wall tap
Protection LED
NTONPOWER
The hotel room solution. Compact enough for any bag, enough outlets for all your devices. That one outlet behind the hotel nightstand becomes sufficient.
3
3
3ft (wrapped)
Pocket-sized
Amazon Basics
The basic power strip that works. Six outlets, surge protection, reasonable cord length. Nothing fancy, nothing to complain about, under fifteen bucks.
6
790
6ft
Protection LED
Most surge protectors have an indicator light labeled "Protected" or similar. If it's off or red, protection may be exhausted. Some have audible alarms. When in doubt, replace—surge protectors are cheap compared to equipment damage.
Check amperage ratings. Most strips handle 15 amps total. Space heaters, air conditioners, and high-draw tools should plug directly into wall outlets. Overloading strips is a fire hazard.
Direct lightning strikes overwhelm any consumer surge protector. Surge protectors handle everyday power fluctuations and minor surges. For serious lightning areas, unplug during storms or invest in whole-house surge protection.
Wide spacing accommodates power brick chargers without blocking adjacent outlets. Strips with alternating wide/standard spacing are more practical. This is worth checking before purchase—blocked outlets are frustrating.
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