KRIEGER Universal Power Strip AC 220-240V Surge Protector With Heavy Duty German Schuko Plug For Computer, Printers, 6 Universal AC Outlets - Type E/F

We bought a couple of Kriger Universal power strips 2 years ago to use at an apartment in Italy where electrical outlets are scarce and where we bring a number of US electronic devices (iPad, iPhones, Mac) which constantly need charging (as well as a US-compatible DVD player & European compatible Samsung tv). These strips are a godsend. As will be made clear to you later in this review, I am severely electronically challenged. If you are not, please skip down to the next review. As has been mentioned in many reviews, these strips are not converters (won't change the voltage entering your appliance or electronic device). They are simply adapters which allow you to plug in a compatible US device. This will work great for iPhones, iPads & most other smart phones (check Google to make sure yours are 110/220 compatible). However, this strip is not suitable for American hair dryers, flat/curling irons, etc. which cannot tolerate the higher European voltage. Yes, those devices can plug into this strip, but if you try to turn them on, you can literally set your hair on fire (don't ask me how I know). To avoid touring Europe sporting an unsightly tuft of orange-singed hair, consider buying yourself a European blower dryer here on Amazon and get it delivered to your home before your trip, if your European digs will lack such amenities. Just note that, although the blow dryer you receive will be able to accept European voltage, it may need a special adapter in order to work in the country you are visiting. (This is most certainly the case for Italy). Safe travels!

I have bought several of these units with both European and UK sockets (a different SKU from this one, but an identical product). I never experienced any issue, and therefore reliability is probably the #1 quality of this power outlet. I connect power adapters and cords of different formats (UK, EU Schuko, and EU 2 and 3-pronged plugs), and that's the real beauty of this unit. A central hole at the bottom of each universal plug makes it suitable for European 3-pronged plugs, a feature rarely present in this type of universal surge, an additional reason to like and appreciate this product.

This power strip is absolutely perfect for my use. I have this to use for my television and soundbar. We made sure to purchase dual voltage devices to use anywhere in the world, and this power strip is perfect. You can plug in just about any European plug, American plug or British plug to use in whichever country you choose. The plug for this is European, but adapters work like a charm to use anywhere in the world.Keep in mind this DOES NOT change the power. If you are in Europe, you will likely have 220-240VAC 50Hz. Make sure whatever you wish to plug in is safe for the input voltage. If you are in America you will have 120VAC 60Hz, again make sure your device is compatible. Additionally, some dual voltage devices are not automatic, there will be a switch to select the input voltage. This is critical since the wrong voltage will fry your devices almost instantly. Please check your product manual prior to using on a different voltage input.If you need something to turn 120VAC to 220-240VAC or 220-240VAC to 120VAC please look into a Transformer (this power strip is NOT a transformer). Although the power frequency will not change (i.e. 50Hz to 60Hz), it will not fry your device immediately. It may, however, shorten the lifespan of your device.

I was recently in Europe for the past year with the military and this power strip proved extremely useful in allowing me to plug in most of my devices at once, rather than the more conventional, smaller adapters where you are only able to plug in a couple devices at a time. This device also serving as a surge protector proved useful in times when the shoddy power supplies in my various living quarters surged, overloaded and failed, which may very well have damaged my devices without that protection.The only downside of this device is that the universality of its plug-in ports (works for basically all international plug types) made it very easy for my cables to become unsecured/unplugged by even the slightest tug.Overall, if you plan on traveling to Europe for an extended period of time then I would highly recommend purchasing this.

Well constructed, from good plastic material, and doesn't look cheap at all.The three stars for traveling, is nothing against the product, as the product well worth it, I just think the amazon suggestion for this as an evaluation point is inappropriate, as this is home/ permanent use, not really convenient and I don't think it was meant for travel, although you really can 😊 , but its a long stip, to adequately have spaces between plugs for larger transformers etcI like surge protection indicator as well as the on/off switch that allows me to leave my chargers plugged in, but disconnect them from electricity to save power and for protection.Just wish the plug was not the large European F but the smaller C type, which works better in Egypt, but because I love the brand and the seller/ customer support base on other and prior interactions, I decided to buy this one and get a plug adaptor, despite presence of exactly what I am looking for, from other brands and sellers.I think the price is slightly higher than it should be, but considering all in all, I gladly paid for it and I would again in the future.Thank you