Amazon Basics Surge Protector Power Strip with 2 USB Ports, 6 Outlet Extension Cord, Rectangle, 1000 Joule, 6 ft, Black

Good build, great price
This is of a very good build. The design is easy to use and practical.

Nice, functional powerstrip with USB ports
I haven’t had any test of the surge protection, so this review will focus on the powerstrip itself. It’s a standard looking powerstrip with 6 outlets and 2 USB ports. So far, this unit has worked as expected and met all of my needs and expectations. With the below in mind, I’d definitely recommend this unit.Pros:*Each outlet has a small piece of plastic that can slide over the openings when not in use. I have two young children and this seems like one extra step that they’d have to go through to get at the outlet. Plus it makes for a clean look, and prevents dust from entering the outlets.*There are two USB ports. I find this extremely useful, as I tend to have the cords and be continually searching for the adapters. An added bonus is that they are located far enough from the first socket that they aren’t likely to be impacted by a plug of any size.*There is a green light labelled “Protected” that illuminates when on. I personally like having that peace of mind. I also like having something that lights up when the powerstrip is on.*The unit itself is slim and can fit into tight spaces. I have mine in a slide in compartment underneath a sit/stand desk. In that spot it is vital for there to be some extra space to allow for larger plugs to fit as well.*The cord is thick and feels sturdy. The entire unit feels well made.*The ability to mount the power strip is there. The hardware is not included, however they do provide a template should you want to mount it, which is great. I just mounted a different one, and not having a template was a bummer and made the job much more difficult than it should have been.CONS:*There are no dedicated sockets for larger plugs. If you’re using something with a larger plug, it’s likely to take up two (or more) sockets.*The plug isn’t flat. I knew this going in, and for my use it’s not a deal breaker. The cord is really thick and not very malleable. It sticks out rather far from the wall. This wouldn’t be a good powerstrip for behind a piece of furniture against a wall.*No hardware for mounting – again, I knew this going in and it wasn’t a deal breaker for me.

Resourceful
Super useful if you need multiple connections made. Have owned it for a while – worked well with no issues.

Solid performer when you need reliability
Like just about everyone else, I converted unexpectedly to a home office five days a week from a formerly partial work from home situation. Now juggling two monitors, a docking station, a Blue Yeti microphone, and other peripherals for my workstation, I needed a more robust surge protector than the tired old one I’d been using up to that point. More importantly, technology evolved and USB ports can be in short supply for chargers. Especially with clunky cellphone and device chargers (looking at you, Samsung chunky charger), just having something I could plug an extra-long USB cord into would make all the difference. I didn’t want an additional hub on a desk where space already was at a premium.What to do? I splurged (heh) on this Amazon Basics surge protector on the basis of adequate 3 prong size (fully adjustable for 2), USB ports, and surge protection in the event of power outages. My area experiences high winds in two seasons, so it’s a sound decision. I’ve had zero problems in the nine months of owning my first protector and I bought a second for the office to migrate my home gaming rig onto. It feels solid and sturdy, rather than flimsy like other surge protectors/power bars I’ve own. You have to use a little heft to pull out the plugs, which is a far cry from the loose connections that come over time. It sits nicely behind my desk, lying flat and barely moving, and there’s no accidental turning it on/off with a toe on a switch. These little features come as a premium while the basic functionality here has been solid and stable through wailing storms, high winds, and heavy electrical loads. Definitely a worthy addition to the household.