TOP 5 best surge protectors for domestic use

This extension cord is equipped with 4 European standard sockets, 4 USB ports and a work indicator. The model is a universal device for connecting various electrical appliances.

The extension cord is designed for a maximum load of 2500 watts. At the same time, even a boiler and a washing machine can work from it (of course, not the most powerful), not to mention small appliances. And in case of voltage surges, the filter stabilizes the output voltage or simply turns off the power.

The main features of the device are smart USB Auto ID and Super Charge systems. They independently determine the type of device connected to USB (smartphone, tablet, player, etc.) and supply it with a current of optimal strength, from 0.1 A to 2.4 A. This is enough to charge any gadget.

Note also that the case is made of heat-resistant plastic, which can withstand temperatures up to 750 °C, and the sockets are protected from foreign objects getting inside. So that the children will remain intact, and in case of a short circuit, the filter will not melt.

Universal and reliable mains filter. Handles well with overloads and is protected from children, which allows you to leave it just on the floor of the room.

The American company ARS has established itself well in the market of products for the protection of electrical appliances. Its products are known all over the world and are famous for their excellent characteristics. This model is no exception and provides maximum protection for various consumer electronics.

APC engineers have implemented protection systems against short circuit, voltage fluctuations and pulse surges (so-called lightning protection). There are also overload fuses and built-in varistors that dissipate heat when the case overheats, which prevents fire or melting in force majeure situations.

The housing has 6 European standard sockets with grounding, which in total are able to withstand a load of 2300 watts. Interestingly, they are located on the sides of the case, and not along, so that the form factor differs from most analogues..

There are 3 LED indicators available. One reports that the device is working. The second one lights up when the extension cord has suffered critical loads and requires repair. The third notifies that there are malfunctions in the general network of the building (for example, there is no grounding or there are short-circuit areas) due to which voltage drops or similar problems are possible.

Despite the good protection, this extension cord has disadvantages. In particular, it does not have USB ports, which can be critical in the modern world.

A fairly large case will not suit everyone, although the peculiarity of the location of the sockets slightly negates this fact. Otherwise, it is a high-quality and reliable mains filter.

The model is similar to standard inexpensive extension filters. Fortunately, only externally.

The extension cord has 5 sockets, which are designed for a total power of 3500 watts, so you can turn on both an electric kettle and a microwave at the same time. It is unlikely that even 5 units of household appliances will cause overload. There is also protection against weak voltage drops and strong, but one-time bursts up to 9000 watts.

There are 2 indicators installed on the case. And if one is found in other models and shows that the device is working in normal mode, then the second one displays the state of grounding at the mother socket. The function will help to avoid electric shock through the body of the extension cord when it is turned on.

All sockets of this model are equipped with special shutters that close the contacts. They can be overcome only with simultaneous strong pressure on both holes. So the child will not be able to physically put a pin or plug into the socket.

It is worth immediately focus on the fact that it is most likely a filter in front of you, because it is difficult to call it an extension cord because of the cable length of only 1.5 m. There are a few more disadvantages, but they do not play a special role: there are no USB ports and wall mounts.

A filter with reliable protection of equipment and a contact blocker, well suited to rooms where children play. It is also necessary to allocate high throughput ― up to 3.5 kW.

East european engineers are no worse than foreign ones at making high-quality protection for household electrical appliances. The products of the company "ZUBR" are proof of this. And the R316y model, created in the form factor of an extension cord, has all the properties of a regular stabilizer.

Available: 2.9 m wire, 3 sockets, grounding for each of them and IP20 tightness class. This allows you to connect an extension cord both in a normal room and in the bathroom. Of course, the device will not withstand direct water ingress, but the increased humidity of the air is quite high, and the grounding will not allow the user to receive an electric shock from a boiler or washing machine. By the way, both of these devices can be connected at the same time, because the maximum power for which the extension cord is designed is 3500 watts.

The main feature of this BISON is the possibility of electronic adjustment of operating parameters. You choose the voltage range to which the device reacts, from 100 V to 420 V, and set the power-off limit. For this purpose, a display and control buttons are provided.

The functionality of the model includes protection against voltage surges and peak load damping (lightning protection). It can also work in the voltage relay mode, and when the power is turned off, it automatically turns it on after a configurable period, from 3 to 600 seconds. It should be noted that the device is turned off not only during power surges, but also in case of overheating of the case, for example, if the power of the switched-on equipment is too high.

Of course, there are enough advantages, but there are also disadvantages. So, the extension cord is equipped with only 3 standard sockets and is not installed on the wall. In addition, the often-needed USB ports are missing.

One of the few extension cords with water protection and the ability to adjust the trigger thresholds of the stabilizer. This is usually bought for the bathroom or kitchen. In a room with voltage-sensitive appliances, it is also a useful device.

Belkin is an international company that produces a variety of products for home and personal appliances. The company's engineers know perfectly well what users need and embody these nuances in their products. This extension filter model is an excellent example of this.

This device has 4 standard Euro―type sockets and 2 USB ports with a constant current of 2.4 A. The total power for which the extension cord is designed is 4000 watts. Without any problems, you can connect any equipment to the filter, from a smartphone to a boiler, and not worry about network overload. Moreover, there is a grounding on each outlet, which allows you to connect the device in bathrooms, for example, for washing machines.

Indeed, the device protects the equipment from any network problems. Its design includes fuses, varistors (dissipate heat when the housing overheats), protection against pulse voltage surges and a stabilizer of weak drops, a short circuit blocker.

An extension filter to protect sensitive equipment, suitable for connecting any devices. Moreover, it looks futuristic enough to fit well into different interiors.