The 10 Best
Power Strips & Surge Protectors
of 2026, researched and compared.
The short answer: The Anker 351 Power Strip is our top pick for most desks, combining 12 surge-protected outlets with USB-C charging and a flat plug. On a budget, the HANYCONY Surge Protector Power Strip is the best value. If you need your computer to stay on during outages, the APC BE650G1 Battery Backup UPS is the main alternative.
The shortlist
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| Product | Best for | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 |  Anker 351 Power StripEditor’s Choice | Editor’s Choice | Check Price |
| 02 |  HANYCONY Surge Protector Power StripBest Value | Best Value | Check Price |
| 03 |  Belkin 12-Outlet Surge Protector | — | Check Price |
| 04 |  Kasa Smart Power Strip HS300 | — | Check Price |
| 05 |  APC BE650G1 Battery Backup UPSPremium Pick | Premium Pick | Check Price |
| 06 |  Mifaso 10ft Surge Protector with USB-CBest Value | Best Value | Check Price |
| 07 |  Anker 525 Charging Station (7-in-1) | — | Check Price |
| 08 |  Amazon Basics 6-Outlet Surge Protector with 2 USBBest Value | Best Value | Check Price |
| 09 |  Jgstkcity Desk Clamp Power Strip with USB-C | — | Check Price |
| 10 |  Anker 8-Outlet Power Strip (2000J, 20W USB-C) | — | Check Price |
Anker 351 Power StripHANYCONY Surge Protector Power StripBelkin 12-Outlet Surge ProtectorKasa Smart Power Strip HS300APC BE650G1 Battery Backup UPSMifaso 10ft Surge Protector with USB-CAnker 525 Charging Station (7-in-1)Amazon Basics 6-Outlet Surge Protector with 2 USBJgstkcity Desk Clamp Power Strip with USB-CAnker 8-Outlet Power Strip (2000J, 20W USB-C)Product details via Amazon Creators API. Check Amazon for current price and availability.
Review · 01
Anker 351 Power Strip
The Anker 351 packs 12 AC outlets plus 20W USB-C fast charging into a flat-plug design with 2100J surge protection, TÜV listing, and a $200,000 connected-equipment warranty.
What We Love
- 12 AC outlets plus 20W USB-C and 2 USB-A
- Flat plug and 5ft cord tuck behind furniture
- 2100J protection with $200K equipment warranty
Reasons to Skip
- USB-C drops wattage when USB-A ports are in use
- Not the cheapest option
The Numbers
“The Anker 351 packs 12 AC outlets plus 20W USB-C fast charging into a flat-plug design with 2100J surge protection, TÜV listing, and a $200,000 connected-equipment warranty.”
Review · 02
HANYCONY Surge Protector Power Strip
A best-value surge strip with 8 widely-spaced outlets, 2 USB-C + 2 USB-A ports, a 5ft braided flat-plug cord, and ETL certification — the highest-reviewed pick on the list.
What We Love
- 8 outlets spaced 2.2in apart for bulky adapters
- 2 USB-C and 2 USB-A charging ports
- Braided 5ft cord, flat plug, wall-mountable
Reasons to Skip
- Lower joule rating than heavy-duty units
- USB output is modest
The Numbers
“A best-value surge strip with 8 widely-spaced outlets, 2 USB-C + 2 USB-A ports, a 5ft braided flat-plug cord, and ETL certification — the highest-reviewed pick on the list.”
Review · 03
Belkin 12-Outlet Surge Protector
A 12-outlet surge protector with 8 rotating/pivoting outlets for bulky chargers, 4,320J of protection, an 8ft flat-pivot cord, and a $300,000 connected-equipment warranty.
What We Love
- 8 rotating outlets fit large adapters without blocking
- High 4,320J surge protection
- 8ft pivot-plug cord, $300K warranty
Reasons to Skip
- No USB ports on this model
- Bulkier than flat strips
The Numbers
“A 12-outlet surge protector with 8 rotating/pivoting outlets for bulky chargers, 4,320J of protection, an 8ft flat-pivot cord, and a $300,000 connected-equipment warranty.”
Review · 04
Kasa Smart Power Strip HS300
A Wi-Fi smart strip with 6 individually controlled outlets, energy monitoring, and 3 USB ports — works with Alexa and Google Home, ETL-certified surge protection, no hub required.
What We Love
- 6 individually app/voice-controlled outlets
- Built-in energy monitoring per outlet
- Works with Alexa & Google Home, no hub
Reasons to Skip
- Needs 2.4GHz Wi-Fi setup
- Only 6 outlets vs 8–12 on others
The Numbers
“A Wi-Fi smart strip with 6 individually controlled outlets, energy monitoring, and 3 USB ports — works with Alexa and Google Home, ETL-certified surge protection, no hub required.”
Review · 05
APC BE650G1 Battery Backup UPS
A desk-friendly UPS that keeps your PC, monitor, and router running through short outages, with 8 outlets (4 battery-backed with surge, 4 surge-only) and a user-replaceable battery.
What We Love
- Battery backup rides through short outages
- 8 outlets: 4 battery + 4 surge-only
- User-replaceable battery
Reasons to Skip
- Bulkier than a power strip
- Short runtime under heavy loads
The Numbers
“A desk-friendly UPS that keeps your PC, monitor, and router running through short outages, with 8 outlets (4 battery-backed with surge, 4 surge-only) and a user-replaceable battery.”
Review · 06
Mifaso 10ft Surge Protector with USB-C
A low-cost desk charging strip with 6 AC outlets, 2 USB-A and 2 USB-C ports, 1080J surge protection, a 45° flat plug, and a 10-foot braided cord that reaches across the room.
What We Love
- 10 ft braided cord with flat plug
- 6 AC + 4 USB (2 USB-C)
- Wall-mountable keyholes
Reasons to Skip
- USB ports are slow-charge (shared output)
- 1080J is modest protection
The Numbers
“A low-cost desk charging strip with 6 AC outlets, 2 USB-A and 2 USB-C ports, 1080J surge protection, a 45° flat plug, and a 10-foot braided cord that reaches across the room.”
Review · 07
Anker 525 Charging Station (7-in-1)
A compact desktop charging station with 3 AC outlets on the back and 2 USB-C plus 2 USB-A ports on the front, delivering up to 65W — enough to fast-charge a laptop and phone.
What We Love
- 65W USB-C can charge a laptop
- Front-facing USB, rear AC outlets
- Small desktop footprint
Reasons to Skip
- Only 3 AC outlets
- 65W is shared across ports
The Numbers
“A compact desktop charging station with 3 AC outlets on the back and 2 USB-C plus 2 USB-A ports on the front, delivering up to 65W — enough to fast-charge a laptop and phone.”
Review · 08
Amazon Basics 6-Outlet Surge Protector with 2 USB
A basic, inexpensive surge protector with 6 AC outlets, 2 USB ports, 1000-joule protection, and a 6-foot cord — enough for a monitor, laptop, lamp, and phone charging.
What We Love
- 6 outlets plus 2 USB
- 1000J surge protection
- Very low price
Reasons to Skip
- USB-A only, slow charging
- Standard (not flat) plug
The Numbers
“A basic, inexpensive surge protector with 6 AC outlets, 2 USB ports, 1000-joule protection, and a 6-foot cord — enough for a monitor, laptop, lamp, and phone charging.”
Review · 09
Jgstkcity Desk Clamp Power Strip with USB-C
A desk-edge clamp power strip with 5 AC outlets, 4 USB-C (20W each) and 2 USB-A ports, and surge protection — puts power and charging at desk height instead of on the floor.
What We Love
- Clamps to the desk edge — no floor crawling
- 5 AC + 4 USB-C + 2 USB-A
- Surge protection
Reasons to Skip
- 40W total USB output is shared
- Clamp fits desks up to about 2 inches thick
The Numbers
“A desk-edge clamp power strip with 5 AC outlets, 4 USB-C (20W each) and 2 USB-A ports, and surge protection — puts power and charging at desk height instead of on the floor.”
Review · 10
Anker 8-Outlet Power Strip (2000J, 20W USB-C)
A flat-plug surge protector with 8 AC outlets, a 20W USB-C port plus USB-A charging, 2000-joule protection, and a 5-foot cord — a tidier, mid-size alternative to 12-outlet strips.
What We Love
- 8 AC outlets plus USB-C and USB-A
- 2000J surge protection
- Flat plug fits behind furniture
Reasons to Skip
- 5 ft cord can be short
- 20W USB-C won't charge a laptop quickly
The Numbers
“A flat-plug surge protector with 8 AC outlets, a 20W USB-C port plus USB-A charging, 2000-joule protection, and a 5-foot cord — a tidier, mid-size alternative to 12-outlet strips.”
How We Judge Power Strips & Surge Protectors
Joule Rating and Surge Protection
A surge protector's joule rating measures how much energy it can absorb before failing — higher is better for protecting expensive electronics. Look for at least 1000 joules for a basic desk, 2000+ joules for a computer and monitors, and 3000+ joules for a full workstation with peripherals. A plain power strip with no joule rating offers extra outlets but zero surge protection, so confirm you're buying an actual surge protector.
Outlet Count, Spacing, and USB Ports
Count your devices and add a couple of spares for future growth. Just as important is outlet spacing — bulky wall-wart adapters block adjacent outlets on tightly packed strips, so look for widely spaced or rotating outlets if you use chargers and adapters. Built-in USB-A/USB-C ports let you charge phones and accessories without occupying AC outlets, a real space-saver on a desk.
Cord Length, Plug, and Mounting
Measure the distance to your wall outlet and add slack; a flat or right-angle plug sits flush so furniture can push against the wall. Longer braided cords resist tangling and reach across larger setups. Keyhole mounting slots let you fix the strip to the underside of a desk or to a wall, keeping it off the floor and out of the cable mess.
Smart, Metal, and Specialty Options
Wi-Fi smart strips let you control and schedule individual outlets by app or voice and monitor energy use — handy for turning a whole setup on or off at once. Heavy-duty all-metal strips with isolated filter banks suit high-end A/V and networking gear that's sensitive to line noise. For most desks a quality 8–12 outlet surge protector is enough; choose smart or metal only if you need those specific features.