Power Strip 8-in-1 with 4 Widely Spaced AC Outlets, 4 USB Ports vs Vivitar HA-1007 Power Strip

Buy the Vivitar HA-1007 if you want to switch outlets from your phone or by voice. Buy the 8-in-1 strip if you just need more sockets, wider spacing for bulky adapters and a plain corded strip. The Vivitar adds Wi-Fi, app schedules and Alexa/Google control, but its four smart outlets are the only AC sockets. The 8-in-1 has no smart features at all, so its value is layout and simplicity. Owners of app-controlled strips often report setup and reconnect hassles; plain strips rarely fail that way.

• Choose the 8-in-1 strip if you want four widely spaced AC outlets plus four USB ports with no app, account or Wi-Fi needed.
• Choose the Vivitar HA-1007 if you want to turn outlets on and off remotely, set schedules and use Alexa or Google voice commands.