Travel power can be confusing, and getting it wrong can potentially be dangerous, even if just to your devices. (Note: if you don't know the difference between "input voltage" and "plug type", please read the Travel Power info at the bottom. It is very important.)
With regard to these specific adapters, I was recently in Italy for 30 days, stayed in 5 different hotels and 5 different homes - some old and some new. These adapters worked everywhere I tried them. (EDIT 2014: I later bought the Australia/China Type I and used them in New Zealand - same positive experience, but mainly used in an RV/Campervan).
The receptacles (USA, anyway) are tight enough so plugs do not fall out of them, but not overly so (so you can still pull your plugs out!).
The added benefit that I didn't read (realize?) until I received them was that you can actually plug two devices in at one time (but only one 3-prong at a time & as a safety precaution, don't daisy-chain them). The 3-prong goes into the "holed" side you can see in the photo, and the two prong would go into the side you cannot see (also has holes) - so, if there's just one outlet at the bedside, you can charge your phone/tablet while also leaving the lamp plugged in (just remember to take it with you when you leave - the adapter, not the lamp). {EDIT 2016: commenter Jay reported his were only able to accomodate one plugged-in item.}
If you think you will only need one, then bring two. That way you will have a back-up in case you lose one/break one/lend one out. I figured two would be good, so I brought three. It worked out, as I did lend one out and I was able to keep one in my purse and one in my suitcase - for easy access.
I used these with polarized, non-polarized, & 3-prong USA plugs (camera battery, phone, ipod, laptop, usb-block, various lamps), plugged into various 3-prong italian outlets.
It was nice to have the added benefit of the second-device feature, but I would have also preferred these plugs be white, as they would be easier to find in my bag (and blend into the walls better - most were white). {The product photo is currently showing a white plug, which is the color I expected to receive}. (EDIT, 2014: mine came black)
EDIT 2015, with TIPS on Travel Power:
Many people I talk to about this subject don't know what to look for and often, they end up spending more than they really need to. So, I'm augmenting my review with a basic overview of what's needed for travel power purposes. If you don't already know the difference between plug and voltage converters, check out the info below. This is what I tell my peeps when they travel.
You'll need to consider two things when it comes to travel power: 1. Shape and 2. Voltage
1. Shape
If your home-country-shaped plugs are different than your destination-country-shaped plugs, you'll have to buy the plug adapters that convert them. They are usually a "Type", like these Italian Type-L plugs. (you can find the specifics of your countries with a google search). Many countries share a type, so if you are traveling to more than one country, you might get lucky with one type (or have a type already from another trip that works for a different trip). Be sure to buy an adapter that has the "male" type/shape of your destination, and the "female" of your home country (if you don't know what that means, just liken them to basic 'human genital anatomy'). Some, like these, have multiple "female" type options. And, others have multiple "male" type options, using a variety of sliders. The simplest version of these plugs (one type to one other type) are usually pretty inexpensive (US $2-20), depending on the Type and the supplier. The grounded and also the multi-type versions are usually on the mid-to-higher end of that cost spectrum. Even more expensive, are some that have the added benefit of also claiming to have surge protection. I bought one of these (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QR09VW0) for India, due to their high incidence of power issues.
2. Voltage
You'll have to check the typical outlet voltage for the country(-ies) you're visiting and compare that to your home country to know if you'll need to consider voltage conversion while you're on your trip. Again, a simple google search (or peek at the respective travel books) will give you this info. You're generally looking for numbers like 100V, 110V, 220V, 240V, etc.
If they differ, you usually have two options:
A. Buy a converter.
I've never bought one, but I've seen them in the usual places, including here on Amazon, as well as the "Travel" aisles in Target, Walmart, etc. Airports and travel stores also usually have them.
B. Use / Buy "switching" or universal adapters for your electronics.
Most actually already come with them, especially many phones, laptops, and mobile devices. In addition, USB-powered chargers are usually (if not always) universal. This is based on my experience, I am not an expert. So, before you spend money on a converter (that will take up precious space and weight in your luggage), check the very, very, very fine print on the wall plugs/brick adapters of your devices for writing that says something like "Input: 100-240V". See photos for what to look for. If the country(-ies) you are visiting are within that range (which you'll know from that google search), then you don't need a voltage adapter, just a "shape / outlet" adapter. Yay for $avings!
Most of the stories I've heard about travelers blowing outlets and whatnot involve heating devices such as curling irons or hair dryers. I don't travel with those, but I do know that they make "travel" ones that, in addition to folding or being smaller, also usually have a "voltage switching" option. With mobile phones and the smaller devices, this switching is usually done automatically. With these heating devices, the switching may need to be done manually, so be SURE to double-check that for yourself or others in your party, in order to prevent a dangerous or at least embarrassing situation.
Of course, your third option would be to "unplug" completely and travel like it's 1985. Radical!
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Built with Type A, I, C, G Output - Type A can be used for Japan, United States, Canada, Mexico. Type I international travel power adapter for China, Australia, New Zealand. Type C for European adapter plugs for Europe, South America, Asia. Type G Universal power adapter for United Kingdom, Ireland, Singapore, Hong Kong.
- Charge 5 devices at 1 time.
- Supports multi-device charging at high speed.
- 1 Universal Input, 4 USB (2.4a).
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Charge almost any mobile deviceThe masterful engineering allows for simultaneous multi-device charging at high speed. The output 2.4A(max) and automatically matches the maximum charging current of the connected devices Charge: iPhone, iPad, Android smartphones, cell phones, tablets, cameras, laptops and so on. |
Safe & high qualityOur high-quality adapters are built with an 8a fuse, extra included. Our top-level production uses Fcc CE RoHS certified* safety system with surge protection, children's electric shock protection, Plug lock, and built-in safety shutters to protect you and your devices from external shock and short circuit when charging. Practical and functional, yet high quality and durable! * FCC ROHS CE Certifcate No. BCTC-160505914C |
Not a voltage converterNote that this adapter is not a voltage converter. It will not convert voltage, make sure your item supports worldwide 100-240V for use in overseas such as Europe. It will not work with items such as 110V hair dryer, curling iron or straightener. |
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| All in One + 4 USB | All in One + 3 USB + 2 USB-C | 2 Outlet + 2 USB + Surge Protection | 2 Outlet + 2 USB | 2 Outlets + USB + Type C | 2 Outlet + 2 USB | |
| Ceptics Advantage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Grounded | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| USB Ports | 4 USB | 3 USB + 1 USB-C PD,QC 3.0 + 1 USB-C | 2 USB + Micro USB Cable | 2 USB + Micro USB Cable | 1 USB + 1 Type C | 1USB + 1 USB-C |
| SpecCompatibility ial Features | Fuse Protection | Fuse Protection | Surge Protection, Input Voltage Indicator LED | Surge Protection, Input Voltage Indicator LED | Surge Protection | Input Voltage Indicator LED |
| Compatibility | Cell phones, laptops, battery chargers, e-readers, CPAP machines and other devices rated for worldwide voltage or dual voltage (100-240V) | Cell phones, laptops, battery chargers, e-readers, CPAP machines and other devices rated for worldwide voltage or dual voltage (100-240V) | Cell phones, laptops, battery chargers, e-readers, CPAP machines and other devices rated for worldwide voltage or dual voltage (100-240V) | Cell phones, laptops, battery chargers, e-readers, CPAP machines and other devices rated for worldwide voltage or dual voltage (100-240V) | Cell phones, laptops, battery chargers, e-readers, CPAP machines and other devices rated for worldwide voltage or dual voltage (100-240V) | Cell phones, laptops, battery chargers, e-readers, CPAP machines and other devices rated for worldwide voltage or dual voltage (100-240V) |
| Warning | Not compatible for use in S. Africa | Not compatible for use in S. Africa | Type M (S. Africa) Attachment Sold Separately | Type M (S. Africa) Attachment Sold Separately | Type M (S. Africa) Attachment Sold Separately | Type M (S. Africa) Attachment Sold Separately |
| Safety Certifications | CE Certified (BCTC-160505914R) | CE Certified (BCTC-160505914R) | CE & ETL Listed (180400083SHA-001) | CE & ETL Listed CE (180400083SHA-001) | CE Certified (CQASZ170101325S) | CE & ETL Listed (180400083SHA-001) |
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Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2013
With regard to these specific adapters, I was recently in Italy for 30 days, stayed in 5 different hotels and 5 different homes - some old and some new. These adapters worked everywhere I tried them. (EDIT 2014: I later bought the Australia/China Type I and used them in New Zealand - same positive experience, but mainly used in an RV/Campervan).
The receptacles (USA, anyway) are tight enough so plugs do not fall out of them, but not overly so (so you can still pull your plugs out!).
The added benefit that I didn't read (realize?) until I received them was that you can actually plug two devices in at one time (but only one 3-prong at a time & as a safety precaution, don't daisy-chain them). The 3-prong goes into the "holed" side you can see in the photo, and the two prong would go into the side you cannot see (also has holes) - so, if there's just one outlet at the bedside, you can charge your phone/tablet while also leaving the lamp plugged in (just remember to take it with you when you leave - the adapter, not the lamp). {EDIT 2016: commenter Jay reported his were only able to accomodate one plugged-in item.}
If you think you will only need one, then bring two. That way you will have a back-up in case you lose one/break one/lend one out. I figured two would be good, so I brought three. It worked out, as I did lend one out and I was able to keep one in my purse and one in my suitcase - for easy access.
I used these with polarized, non-polarized, & 3-prong USA plugs (camera battery, phone, ipod, laptop, usb-block, various lamps), plugged into various 3-prong italian outlets.
It was nice to have the added benefit of the second-device feature, but I would have also preferred these plugs be white, as they would be easier to find in my bag (and blend into the walls better - most were white). {The product photo is currently showing a white plug, which is the color I expected to receive}. (EDIT, 2014: mine came black)
EDIT 2015, with TIPS on Travel Power:
Many people I talk to about this subject don't know what to look for and often, they end up spending more than they really need to. So, I'm augmenting my review with a basic overview of what's needed for travel power purposes. If you don't already know the difference between plug and voltage converters, check out the info below. This is what I tell my peeps when they travel.
You'll need to consider two things when it comes to travel power: 1. Shape and 2. Voltage
1. Shape
If your home-country-shaped plugs are different than your destination-country-shaped plugs, you'll have to buy the plug adapters that convert them. They are usually a "Type", like these Italian Type-L plugs. (you can find the specifics of your countries with a google search). Many countries share a type, so if you are traveling to more than one country, you might get lucky with one type (or have a type already from another trip that works for a different trip). Be sure to buy an adapter that has the "male" type/shape of your destination, and the "female" of your home country (if you don't know what that means, just liken them to basic 'human genital anatomy'). Some, like these, have multiple "female" type options. And, others have multiple "male" type options, using a variety of sliders. The simplest version of these plugs (one type to one other type) are usually pretty inexpensive (US $2-20), depending on the Type and the supplier. The grounded and also the multi-type versions are usually on the mid-to-higher end of that cost spectrum. Even more expensive, are some that have the added benefit of also claiming to have surge protection. I bought one of these (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QR09VW0) for India, due to their high incidence of power issues.
2. Voltage
You'll have to check the typical outlet voltage for the country(-ies) you're visiting and compare that to your home country to know if you'll need to consider voltage conversion while you're on your trip. Again, a simple google search (or peek at the respective travel books) will give you this info. You're generally looking for numbers like 100V, 110V, 220V, 240V, etc.
If they differ, you usually have two options:
A. Buy a converter.
I've never bought one, but I've seen them in the usual places, including here on Amazon, as well as the "Travel" aisles in Target, Walmart, etc. Airports and travel stores also usually have them.
B. Use / Buy "switching" or universal adapters for your electronics.
Most actually already come with them, especially many phones, laptops, and mobile devices. In addition, USB-powered chargers are usually (if not always) universal. This is based on my experience, I am not an expert. So, before you spend money on a converter (that will take up precious space and weight in your luggage), check the very, very, very fine print on the wall plugs/brick adapters of your devices for writing that says something like "Input: 100-240V". See photos for what to look for. If the country(-ies) you are visiting are within that range (which you'll know from that google search), then you don't need a voltage adapter, just a "shape / outlet" adapter. Yay for $avings!
Most of the stories I've heard about travelers blowing outlets and whatnot involve heating devices such as curling irons or hair dryers. I don't travel with those, but I do know that they make "travel" ones that, in addition to folding or being smaller, also usually have a "voltage switching" option. With mobile phones and the smaller devices, this switching is usually done automatically. With these heating devices, the switching may need to be done manually, so be SURE to double-check that for yourself or others in your party, in order to prevent a dangerous or at least embarrassing situation.
Of course, your third option would be to "unplug" completely and travel like it's 1985. Radical!
I rely on reviews to help me make informed buying decisions. I hope this review helped you!
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By MariaSmiles on June 29, 2013
Travel power can be confusing, and getting it wrong can potentially be dangerous, even if just to your devices. (Note: if you don't know the difference between "input voltage" and "plug type", please read the Travel Power info at the bottom. It is very important.)By MariaSmiles on June 29, 2013
With regard to these specific adapters, I was recently in Italy for 30 days, stayed in 5 different hotels and 5 different homes - some old and some new. These adapters worked everywhere I tried them. (EDIT 2014: I later bought the Australia/China Type I and used them in New Zealand - same positive experience, but mainly used in an RV/Campervan).
The receptacles (USA, anyway) are tight enough so plugs do not fall out of them, but not overly so (so you can still pull your plugs out!).
The added benefit that I didn't read (realize?) until I received them was that you can actually plug two devices in at one time (but only one 3-prong at a time & as a safety precaution, don't daisy-chain them). The 3-prong goes into the "holed" side you can see in the photo, and the two prong would go into the side you cannot see (also has holes) - so, if there's just one outlet at the bedside, you can charge your phone/tablet while also leaving the lamp plugged in (just remember to take it with you when you leave - the adapter, not the lamp). {EDIT 2016: commenter Jay reported his were only able to accomodate one plugged-in item.}
If you think you will only need one, then bring two. That way you will have a back-up in case you lose one/break one/lend one out. I figured two would be good, so I brought three. It worked out, as I did lend one out and I was able to keep one in my purse and one in my suitcase - for easy access.
I used these with polarized, non-polarized, & 3-prong USA plugs (camera battery, phone, ipod, laptop, usb-block, various lamps), plugged into various 3-prong italian outlets.
It was nice to have the added benefit of the second-device feature, but I would have also preferred these plugs be white, as they would be easier to find in my bag (and blend into the walls better - most were white). {The product photo is currently showing a white plug, which is the color I expected to receive}. (EDIT, 2014: mine came black)
EDIT 2015, with TIPS on Travel Power:
Many people I talk to about this subject don't know what to look for and often, they end up spending more than they really need to. So, I'm augmenting my review with a basic overview of what's needed for travel power purposes. If you don't already know the difference between plug and voltage converters, check out the info below. This is what I tell my peeps when they travel.
You'll need to consider two things when it comes to travel power: 1. Shape and 2. Voltage
1. Shape
If your home-country-shaped plugs are different than your destination-country-shaped plugs, you'll have to buy the plug adapters that convert them. They are usually a "Type", like these Italian Type-L plugs. (you can find the specifics of your countries with a google search). Many countries share a type, so if you are traveling to more than one country, you might get lucky with one type (or have a type already from another trip that works for a different trip). Be sure to buy an adapter that has the "male" type/shape of your destination, and the "female" of your home country (if you don't know what that means, just liken them to basic 'human genital anatomy'). Some, like these, have multiple "female" type options. And, others have multiple "male" type options, using a variety of sliders. The simplest version of these plugs (one type to one other type) are usually pretty inexpensive (US $2-20), depending on the Type and the supplier. The grounded and also the multi-type versions are usually on the mid-to-higher end of that cost spectrum. Even more expensive, are some that have the added benefit of also claiming to have surge protection. I bought one of these (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QR09VW0) for India, due to their high incidence of power issues.
2. Voltage
You'll have to check the typical outlet voltage for the country(-ies) you're visiting and compare that to your home country to know if you'll need to consider voltage conversion while you're on your trip. Again, a simple google search (or peek at the respective travel books) will give you this info. You're generally looking for numbers like 100V, 110V, 220V, 240V, etc.
If they differ, you usually have two options:
A. Buy a converter.
I've never bought one, but I've seen them in the usual places, including here on Amazon, as well as the "Travel" aisles in Target, Walmart, etc. Airports and travel stores also usually have them.
B. Use / Buy "switching" or universal adapters for your electronics.
Most actually already come with them, especially many phones, laptops, and mobile devices. In addition, USB-powered chargers are usually (if not always) universal. This is based on my experience, I am not an expert. So, before you spend money on a converter (that will take up precious space and weight in your luggage), check the very, very, very fine print on the wall plugs/brick adapters of your devices for writing that says something like "Input: 100-240V". See photos for what to look for. If the country(-ies) you are visiting are within that range (which you'll know from that google search), then you don't need a voltage adapter, just a "shape / outlet" adapter. Yay for $avings!
Most of the stories I've heard about travelers blowing outlets and whatnot involve heating devices such as curling irons or hair dryers. I don't travel with those, but I do know that they make "travel" ones that, in addition to folding or being smaller, also usually have a "voltage switching" option. With mobile phones and the smaller devices, this switching is usually done automatically. With these heating devices, the switching may need to be done manually, so be SURE to double-check that for yourself or others in your party, in order to prevent a dangerous or at least embarrassing situation.
Of course, your third option would be to "unplug" completely and travel like it's 1985. Radical!
I rely on reviews to help me make informed buying decisions. I hope this review helped you!
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