Customer reviews from Staples
Staples TECH - 8-Outlet Surge Protector, 12', 4500 Joules - Black
Average customer rating
4.4
(34 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 34 reviews
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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1 Star
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100%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Staples TECH - 8-Outlet Surge Protector, 12', 4500 Joules - Black
Customer Rating
3
Average surge protector
on May 12, 2025
Posted by: S.I.
from Amelia
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall my experience with this surge protector is adequate but not impressive by any means. It is a basic outlet nothing fancy. I used it in my main living space for my laptop lamp phone charges and tablet charger. I was fine with the number of outlets but disappointed it did not include a USB outlet which would’ve been hugely beneficial.
Response from StaplesBy May 15, 2025
Hi thanks for replying to our product review request. We appreciate you taking to time to let us know about your experience. ^MS
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Versatile and HighCapacity Surge Protector
on May 12, 2025
Posted by: Mskays_87
from Corona
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall I’m really impressed with this Staples 8-Outlet Surge Protector. It’s well-built has excellent outlet spacing and feels like a solid upgrade from standard power strips. I used it to plug in a mix of large and small devices—including my MacBook Pro baby’s Mamaroo swing phone charger and a desk lamp. What stood out right away was that I didn’t have to “choose” which big charger to use—I could plug in multiple bulky adapters without losing space which is a rare feature! The 8 outlets provided more than enough room for everything I needed and the 6ft cord gave me flexibility to place it exactly where I wanted. The 4 500-joule protection also gave me peace of mind knowing my electronics are safe. What I liked most was how practical the design is—especially for a family or office setting where multiple high-powered devices are used at once. My only suggestion? I’d love to see it in a black or darker color to better hide dust and scuffs over time.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Standard surge protector
on May 12, 2025
Posted by: Y.H.
from Norcross
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This surge protector does the job. It’s a basic tool with a good length cord. The best things about it is it has a flat plug and the sockets are spaced out. So far I’ve been using it to charge iPads and iPhones and have had no issues. It doesn’t have any of the extra things like usb/usb-c ports but if you’re looking for a solid surge protector it fits the bill. I wish it had different orientation with the sockets (for instance the round hole on the outside edge on the left and on the inside edge on the right that way you could change the orientation of the plug or item you plugged in. But that’s not a deal breaker. It’s a good surge protector with a flat plug and widely spaced sockets.
Response from StaplesBy May 15, 2025
Hi thanks for replying to our product review request. We appreciate you taking to time to let us know about your experience. ^MS
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
8 Outlets of Organized Power
on May 11, 2025
Posted by: NCFTMMOM_SMM
from Wilmington
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thank you Stellar for providing me with this product to test and review. This 8-outlet surge protector has been a game-changer for my husband's work from home setup! He is absolutely thrilled with how much easier it's made organizing his electronics. What truly sets this apart is the thoughtful parallel outlet design. Finally a surge protector where you can actually use all eight outlets without those bulky power adapters blocking each other. It's such a simple yet brilliant feature that has eliminated so much frustration. The build quality feels solid and dependable giving me confidence that my devices are well-protected. Setting it up was a breeze – just plug and play. If you're tired of wrestling with crowded power strips and losing outlet space to oversized plugs look no further. This surge protector is a fantastic investment in a cleaner more functional space.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Simple and solid Surge Protector Strip
on May 11, 2025
Posted by: kev
from Williamsport
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This surge protector strip is simple but solidly laid out with everything you need. For us it’s being used behind my desk for my monitor tower standing desk and eventually more devices! Plenty of outlet space for devices a back made to easily mount it and an easy access switch for when it IS mounted are thoughtful features. One complaint is the wall plug - it’s a bit large and makes it harder to plug something above it if that other wall plug runs big plus the plug angles to the right but for us that’s no big deal. If you wanted it to run to the left that might be annoying but it’s still totally possible just note it doesn’t swivel! Also note this is a LARGE strip so it wouldn’t fit in a desk tray but it can still be mounted and gives extra space for larger plugs - my standing desk and monitor have larger plugs and this thing handles that with zero problems and space to spare! Really appreciate the indicator lights to show whether or not it’s been tripped and also the solid feel it has too! All in all very happy with this surge strip and its quality thus far! Would have liked a darker color like black for it to blend with my desk better but it’s awesome in all the other important ways so it’s staying!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Almost Perfect
on May 11, 2025
Posted by: Sfb
from Mystic
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Staples Tech 8 outlet Surge Protector is a robust and reliable power strip that offers excellent protection and functionality for my home office setup. Out of the box it was easy to see that the durable construction and sleek white design make it a practical and aesthetically pleasing addition to any workspace. I was impressed with how low profile the protector was and it was easily able to fit flat under our desk at home. Upon receiving the product I switched out our old bulky protector for this one and easily was able to connect multiple monitors a gaming computer Xbox and docking station. My favorite feature was the 4 widely spaced outlets that easily accommodated bulkier plugs. If I could change one thing I would love to have had a couple of USB-C plugs included. My old protector had these and I do find myself missing them after switching.
Response from StaplesBy May 15, 2025
Hi thanks for replying to our product review request. We appreciate you taking to time to let us know about your experience. ^MS
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Reliable and spacious
on May 11, 2025
Posted by: LisaD
from Friendswood
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great power strip! It lays flat enough that I was able to slide it under my bookshelf even with things plugged in. There are 8 ports to plug into and they offer plenty of spacing options for plugs of all kinds/sizes. I have a laptop charger my television my gaming system a lamp another extension cord and a phone charger all plugged in to it and they work perfectly. My favorite part is that it plugs into the wall flat which is super helpful for behind the bookshelf! The cord from the wall to the plug-in deck is plenty long for any normal electronic purposes. Green lights let you know the power is on and functioning. Wonderful product; no complaints here!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
3
A happy homeschool mom
on May 10, 2025
Posted by: Lala
from Cibolo
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m a busy homeschooling mom with multiple kids and we rely on a lot of electronics every day—laptops tablets a printer phone chargers and even a laminator. The Staples Tech 8-Outlet Surge Strip (4 500 Joules 6ft) has been an absolute game-changer for keeping everything powered organized and safe. The 8 outlets are perfectly spaced so I can plug in larger adapters without blocking other slots and I no longer have to constantly swap out devices. The 4 500-joule surge protection gives me peace of mind especially during storms or power fluctuations—I know all our expensive school and office tech is safe. The 6-foot cord is the perfect length to reach our homeschool table from the wall outlet without creating a mess or trip hazard. I also love the flat plug design which fits neatly behind furniture. Everything about this surge protector feels sturdy and thoughtfully designed for high-use environments. If you’re homeschooling or working from home and need a dependable heavy-duty power strip that can keep up with your day I highly recommend this one!
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