Customer Reviews for CE TECH 2-Outlet USB Wall Tap Surge Protector, White

After finding we were charging laptops, phones, and our son's tablet in the same place, but always having to jockey around plugs, the CE TECH 2-Outlet USB Wall Tap Surge Protector is the perfect answer. We can now have all our devices charging and keep all the cables neat and tidy. But to sweeten the deal, the devices offers surge suppression on top of it all. Very easy to install, just plug it in, and you're all set. I would have liked to see a center screw (similar to the Belkin BSV602), so it stays on the wall if you have a tight plug you're trying to remove.

This is an affordable handy unit for converting a standard duplex outlet to a surge protected duplex outlet with USB device charging capability. Not only are AC devices plugged into the unit protected from high voltage electrical surges, so are any USB devices being charged by the unit. I was concerned about parasitic current draw of this device so I used my Kill-A-Watt to measure power consumption with nothing plugged in. I am sure there is some parasitic current draw, at least to illuminate the two LED indications. However it appears to be less than one watt as my meter measured zero. There is only a single plug at the back of the unit and a plastic pin to align with the second outlet. This isn't necessarily an issue unless plugging into a split duplex outlet where one outlet is controlled by a switch and the other outlet is always on. Most plug taps will have two plugs on the back to keep the duplex outlet plugs working independently of each other if needed. I installed this unit in an outlet in our master bath above a cabinet shelf we keep towels and supplies in so I can charge my fitness tracker and cell phone more conveniently each day.

The company (after spending a week trying to locate who to call for a claim) will not honor the replacement cost for the labor to have an item repaired that was plugged into this product. It was plugged into a 3 prong grounded outlet and the appliance plugged into it at the recommendation of the appliance manufacturer following a repair after a power outage. We aren't asking for a new $800 appliance - we are asking for the labor charge to install the new computer/brains for the appliance that the manufacturer warranteed. This company (who now goes through "Cyber Power Systems" for claims, said they will not cover anything and basically tough luck. Don't recommend this item or anything by CE Tech for that reason. It was installed in a dry inside location.

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Excellent, does what I need for the surge protection outlet

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Protected our entertainment center in a recent lightning storm. Glad we had it!

Great product for RV use.

This is a handy device with the only drawback being the size (hence only 4 stars). It is a bit large for plugging into a regular two plug wall outlet as it makes the second wall outlet tougher to get to. It would be better if an extension plug was built in (maybe 3’) vs. just the prongs on the back of the box. Having the USB outlets are a plus however, especially for a home office.

Bulky but works great!

This 2-outlet USB wall tap surge protector was exactly what I wanted and needed.

Great product. USB power has a 3amp output. Plenty of power to charge and power your device simultaneously. Installation is as simple as plugging in an extension cord and remains secure in the wall. No tools required.

Excelente

Looking for an extension chord and found it. Didn't know anything like it available.

fine product, does intended purpose

So far so good!!!

does what it's supposed to do ;o) and a lot cheaper (and more mobile) than buying a dedicated receptacle with the same features

Awsome. Wish I could of known about it sooner.

Works great

Works great

Love it! Compact, does not take up space on the desk, and the USB ports are very accessible. Priced right too.

Served my purpose and was easy to install.

Works perfectly. Have our high efficiency washer and dryer plugged into it.

My phone line and electrical supply line have been hit by lightning several times and I have lost electronics and possibly a air handler motor which cost $1370 to replace. I have since installed two whole house surge protectors, surge protectors on my air handler motors and the titled device on all 110VAC motors and electronics in the house (refrigerator, freezer, washing machine included), probably a couple of dozen in all of the latter. The USB ports are highly convenient. Of course I will not know how good these devices are until I am hit again, and even so who knows what contained the surge - the whole house protectors or these surge protectors?

The outlet worked great for a couple months but then the USB plugs started failing. It constantly shows slow charging on phones and tablets. I would not recommend this product.

This is great, you still get both plugs and two USB plugs too! Can't beat the price.

This unit was installed with a garage door opener. It was super easy to install ... Just plug it in. Won't know how effective it is until something happens and hopefully it won't anytime soon!

Its perfect, works hreat charges fast! Great prouduct!