Why a $10 power strip with eight outlets is becoming a home charging essential
Eight-outlet surge protector with USB ports is drawing HuffPost readers’ attention after Prime Day, with a five-foot cord now under $10 and features that streamline cables and charging.
A budget-friendly surge protector with eight outlets and built-in USB charging ports is drawing renewed attention from HuffPost readers after this year’s Prime Day. The five-foot version is currently discounted about 23%, bringing the price to under $10, according to HuffPost’s shopping coverage.
The strip delivers eight standard outlets plus two USB-A ports and two USB-C ports, enabling as many as 12 devices to be charged from a single unit. Its square, low-profile design allows access from three sides, and the outlets are widely spaced to accommodate larger adapters.
Reviewers say the unit helps keep cords organized and reduces clutter. One shopper wrote, 'I used to always have to hunt for adapters, but now with this, I have everything in one place. It’s totally worth it!' Another said, 'It makes plugging in different devices much easier—very practical and well thought out.'
Beyond its outlets, the surge protector includes built-in protection that guards devices against power spikes. The strip has an on/off switch to cut power to all devices at once, and a braided, cloth-covered cord designed to resist overheating and look nicer in home spaces. Some users report mounting the strip on a wall using built-in holes, while others keep it on a table or behind furniture to keep cables out of sight. The brand notes the USB inputs offer fast charging, which reviewers corroborate.
Customers say the product has led them to buy one for multiple rooms, garages and kitchens, noting it helps concentrate charging in a single station and reduces the number of loose cords around the house.
This surge-protector surge and its popularity are part of HuffPost’s broader tech coverage on affordable, practical devices. In related shopping notes, the team highlighted other under-$40 buys, including Amazon Kasa smart plugs, a three-in-one Apple charger, and a universal travel adapter.
The rising interest in affordable charging hubs points to a broader consumer demand for simple, space-saving solutions that fit into busy homes and travel lives. As more devices proliferate, buyers appear to value reliable protection, versatility and tidy cable management in a single, budget-friendly package.