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AmazonBasics 3 Outlet Surge Protector with 2 USB Ports
Last Updated: June 20, 2021 (Refresh Now)
8.5
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
994
Old Reviews
575
Unverified
91
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2
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB
LED
TYPE
Review Analysis - 328 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Connectivity
66plug, outlet, usb ports, outlets, plugs
+85%
-15%
" ... Expands your existing outlet and adds USB charge ports. ... "
" ... The USB ports allow me to charge de3vikces, beside giving me extra outlets to plug in a radio or clock in an area where I have limited access to outlets. ... "
" ... We kept fighting over who had the "cord" and the "box" to recharge our various USB devices -- tablets, phones, etc . ... "
" ... This is my 2nd 3 outlet surge protector to purchase. ... "
" ... My restaurant has added a delivery service, so i have two tablets from food delivery companies, so i need more socket and USB ports , this one perfectly solved my problem , very helpful. ... "
" ... This plug works perfectly. ... "
" ... Very easy to you and set up I like that it has USB ports ... "
" ... The electrical outlets work fine. ... "
Connectivity / Ports
61plug, outlet, usb ports, outlets, plugs
+84%
-16%
" ... Love the USB charge ports. ... "
" ... I love the USB ports. ... "
" ... As we only had 2 plug ins in our stateroom. ... And with a teenager along we needed the extra usb for Apple Watch, phones and iPads . ... "
" ... This is my 2nd 3 outlet surge protector to purchase. ... "
" ... Very easy to you and set up I like that it has USB ports ... "
" ... USB is a useful addition for the outlet. ... "
" ... who doesn't need more USB charging ports? ... A couple more outlets is great but the USB ports are what I use the most. ... "
" ... Has 3 outlets and 2 USB charging ports. ... "
Usage
58travel, room, easy to use, cruise, traveling
+95%
-5%
" ... we need more than 3 per house!! ... "
" ... This is awesome in our kitchen, since we can get 3 appliances in, rather than two. ... "
" ... Put this in my guest room to accommodate family visiting. ... Easy way to accommodate current day electronics in my retro house! ... Plus, I can take it with me when I travel. ... "
" ... Easy and doesn’t block lower plug. ... "
" ... Bought this for a dorm room and it charged so well, I bought one for my friends. ... "
" ... Bought for my niece in her dorm room. ... "
" ... I’m buying a few more, one for every room. ... "
" ... These are for my new house. ... "
Battery / Charging
55charging, charger, outlet, devices, phones
+95%
-5%
" ... Secondly,there are two USB plugs in the front of the protector for easy charging of a couple of phones. ... "
" ... Good item if you don't need a plug strip and have a spare long charging cord ... "
" ... Gives me the extra charging space without losing outlets. ... "
" ... Easy to set up just plug it into any three prong adapter in a wall It can charge Devices very fast with the right cord. ... "
" ... Great way to charge your devices without needing the charger. ... Just plugin your charging cord. ... "
" ... I have found this charger and outlet combination to be just what I was looking for. ... "
" ... How can you beat adding a 110v outlet and two USB charging slots to any standard double outlet - with surge protection. ... And, you can just leave an Apple and an "other" charging cord plugged in and ready to go. ... "
" ... Perfect for any outlet where you might want to charge a USB powered device. ... "
Battery
55charging, charger, outlet, devices, phones
+95%
-5%
" ... We love this charger! ... It charges our devices significantly faster than using a normal charging block. ... "
" ... Awesome, I can ug my phone charger right in, less clutter, really what a nice compact way to charge your phones, 2 USB is great. ... "
" ... I love that I can charge 2 phones at once or a phone and an iPad and still use the outlet. ... "
" ... Good for multipal charging ... "
" ... The 2 USB ports make it easy to charge the remote. ... "
" ... Perfect for any outlet where you might want to charge a USB powered device. ... "
" ... Gives me the extra charging space without losing outlets. ... "
" ... I have found this charger and outlet combination to be just what I was looking for. ... "
Body
39travel, surge, size, protector, plugs
+82%
-18%
" ... Works well and give added space needed. ... "
" ... Small and compact. ... "
" ... Great size for travel. ... "
" ... Has a unobtrusive low profile look. ... "
" ... I like the size and looks. ... "
" ... it takes up one spot on the wall outlet and I can still fit another plug into the remaining outlet. ... "
" ... Easy to travel with ... "
" ... It’s a solid made item. ... "
Usage / Capacity
29room, house, kitchen, outlet, guest room
+97%
-3%
" ... Great for a dorm room ... "
" ... It is perfect for traveling but I have ordered a total of three and placed them around different rooms in my home. ... Especially the Master Bedroom and the Guest room. ... "
" ... Bought for my niece in her dorm room. ... "
" ... These are for my new house. ... "
" ... This is awesome in our kitchen, since we can get 3 appliances in, rather than two. ... "
" ... I really like having this in my work area, craft room and in a place where multiple people want to plug in their phone in to charge. ... "
" ... Hey I installed one of these in my crowded and small kitchen, it works. ... "
" ... we need more than 3 per house!! ... "
Usage / For Travel
18cruise, traveling, trip, home, vacation
+83%
-17%
" ... I bought this for travel. ... No regrets and was really useful in the one trip I have been in so far. ... Also useful for airports! ... "
" ... I use it when traveling. ... "
" ... Works great without long power bar to trip over ... "
" ... Use this on my travel trip to Europe, connect it to a adapter and I was set to go. ... "
" ... I purchased this for my 7 day cruise to Greece. ... In fact I am giving this to my son for college and will probably purchase another one for traveling in the future. ... "
" ... Great for a cruise! ... "
" ... Plus, I can take it with me when I travel. ... "
" ... Bought this for extra outlets on a cruise, worked great then and have been using it at home since. ... "
Body / Size
18size, handy, compact, bulky, small
+100%
" ... It is most handy and does away with extra cords and clutter. ... "
" ... I bought this for travel. ... Also useful for airports! ... "
" ... Plus, I can take it with me when I travel. ... "
" ... Its a great size, and a great place to put if you have an office where alot of people like to plug in their phones. ... "
" ... Like the compact design and looks nice ... "
" ... Not bulky like other models. ... "
" ... I like the size and looks. ... "
" ... Easy to travel with ... "
Price
17worth, money, waste, product, definitely
+82%
-18%
" ... The right price . ... "
" ... I am really happy with this product, even if it does feel a tiny bit cheap (considering the price, that makes sense). ... "
" ... Much better quality and price than any others out there. ... "
" ... Works fine at fair price. ... "
" ... It’s very convenient, and the price can’t be beat! ... "
" ... Handy and at an attractive price. ... "
" ... This is useful piece of gear at minimal price. ... "
Reliability
13year, months, stopped working, month, within
+54%
-46%
" ... Haven't had it all that long so don't know about longevity but it is working perfectly so far. ... "
" ... Works fine so far -- looking to see how about how long it will last ... "
" ... Its been a year now, so far, so good. ... "
" ... had them for more than 6 months now and they've worked perfectly. ... I read some reviews about them not working or burning, but I have not had any problems and I have 3 or 4 in my home. ... "
" ... No issues, works great ... "
" ... Been having it for months and even seems to be working perfectly. ... "
Usage / Ease
12easy, plug, works great, travel, practical
+100%
" ... Easy and doesn’t block lower plug. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... Easy to place. ... "
" ... Easy to travel with ... "
Cable
11cord, charging cord, receptacle, cords, wires
+91%
-9%
" ... This is great when people come over and want to charge their phone and they only have a cable for their phone. ... "
" ... Good item if you don't need a plug strip and have a spare long charging cord ... "
" ... ease of installation, used on cable box and tv ... "
" ... I can now plug in my phone (doubles as alarm clock) and lamp without using ugly extension cord. ... "
" ... And, you can just leave an Apple and an "other" charging cord plugged in and ready to go. ... "
" ... Everything you buy nowadays charges with a USB cable, so this was perfect. ... "
" ... Great addition to the outlet especially with USB PLUG CORDS ... "
" ... I bought it to consolidate all the wires and free up the sockets ... "
Marketplace
10product, delivery, day, works as advertised, thing
+80%
-20%
" ... Item is just as described . ... "
" ... Prompt delivery product as advertised ... "
" ... An Amazon Basics purchase that is wonderful. ... "
" ... Came on time. ... Will order more ... "
" ... Fortunately, Amazon replaced the unit the next day, and all is now well. ... Will definitely use Amazon again . ... "
" ... Works as advertised! ... "
Body / Build Quality
9protector, sturdy, protectors, plugs, outlet
+89%
-11%
" ... I like these much better than the surge protector strips. ... "
" ... This is a really nice protector! ... "
" ... Ordered these surge protectors for around the home. ... "
" ... GREAT Product and Work Great and Sturdy ... "
" ... It’s a solid made item. ... "
" ... This is my 2nd 3 outlet surge protector to purchase. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
8product, works as advertised, picture, order, item
+88%
-13%
" ... Item is just as described . ... "
" ... Prompt delivery product as advertised ... "
" ... An Amazon Basics purchase that is wonderful. ... "
" ... Came on time. ... Will order more ... "
" ... Fortunately, Amazon replaced the unit the next day, and all is now well. ... Will definitely use Amazon again . ... "
" ... Works as advertised! ... "
Connectivity / Device Compatibility
7usb, phones, devices, tablet, room
+100%
" ... a good price for a truly useful device. ... "
" ... Use it to hook up our alarm clocks and phone chargers all at one hub. ... "
" ... Nice to have my devices all plugged up in one place ... "
" ... Works great for my sons tablet. ... "
" ... And with a teenager along we needed the extra usb for Apple Watch, phones and iPads . ... "
" ... I can plug in my laptop and phones and not have to continually unplug my lamp. ... "
" ... A must have for everyone with a room and a need for power spread over many devices ... "
Body / Design
7design, like, size, nice, look
+43%
-57%
" ... The worst design. ... "
" ... A nasty brown substance was on it. ... "
" ... Shabby internals, bad design, poor construction. ... "
Connectivity / USB
6usb ports, two, size, plugged, plug
+67%
-33%
" ... Nice to have the usb slots. ... "
" ... I love the USB ports. ... "
" ... Very easy to you and set up I like that it has USB ports ... "
Body / Storage
5needed, bit, travel, taking, plug
+100%
" ... Good product when you have so many things to plug in and very little space. ... "
" ... I use it in my office to expand versatility/efficiency with conservation of space. ... "
" ... Great use of space. ... "
" ... Every inch of space is needed and this worked perfectly! ... "
" ... Works well and give added space needed. ... "
Body / Fit
5fit, plug, outlet, taking, space
+40%
-60%
" ... This doesn’t turn so better hope that when you plug it in you can fit the plugs. ... "
" ... They need to improve the way it plugs in, it just falls out! ... "
Sound / Sound Quality
4plugged, noise, usb, outlets, makes
+50%
-50%
" ... Worked fine at first, now it makes a high pitched noise when plugged in ... "
Sound
4plugged, noise, usb, outlets, makes
+50%
-50%
" ... Worked fine at first, now it makes a high pitched noise when plugged in ... "
Usage / Setup
3install, easy, convenient, compact, anywhere
+100%
" ... Easy and doesn’t block lower plug. ... "
" ... ease of installation, used on cable box and tv ... "
Performance
3get, done
+100%
" ... Pretty cool, does the job. ... "
" ... Does the Job. ... "
" ... Did its job. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
3picture, item, described
+100%
" ... Item is just as described . ... "
" ... Works as advertised! ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
3product, fast
+100%
" ... Prompt delivery product as advertised ... "
" ... Came on time. ... "
Features
3red, light, feature, dorm room, bright
+100%
Clock
3lamp, plug, phone, one, kindle
+67%
-33%
" ... It was great to replug in lamp and alarm clock that came with the room. ... "
" ... I put one in my bedroom and plug the lamp and alarm clock in them, allowing me another socket if needed and two ports to charge my phone and kindle Fire. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
Number of USB ports: 2
USB: Yes
Display
Type: LED