Can it charge a laptop over USB-C?

Only slowly. The USB-C port is part of a 3.4A shared output, not a Power Delivery port, so most laptops will charge slowly or not at all. Use the laptop's own AC adapter in one of the 12 outlets.

Does it protect against power surges?

It has overload protection and a resettable circuit breaker, which trips on excess current. It is not rated as a surge protector, so use a separate surge protector for expensive electronics.

How many devices can it run at once?

Up to 16 connections: 12 AC plugs plus 4 USB devices. Total AC load is limited by the strip's rating, so add up wattage for heaters or power tools.

Will bulky adapters block neighboring outlets?

No. The outlets are widely spaced on a 45-degree angled layout, so large wall warts and camera chargers fit without covering the next socket.

Where should I put it?

On a desk, floor or shelf near the wall outlet. The anti-slip base keeps it steady, but keep it where it won't be bumped, since the 12-inch tower can tip.

The tower strip with the attached 6.5-foot cord and flat plug. No extra cables or mounting hardware are included.

LENCENT Tower Power Strip 12 Outlets Price History: Lowest $86.38

Q: Where is the LENCENT Tower Power Strip with 12 AC Outlets and 4 USB Ports cheapest?

At Lowe's, for $86.38, as of our latest check.

What reviewers say

Owners generally praise the outlet count, the spacing and the stable base for desk and TV setups. Complaints center on the shared low USB output and the tower's height taking up room.

What people mention

Outlet countPraisedOwners like running many devices from one tower without daisy-chaining strips.
Outlet spacingPraisedAngled, wide-spaced sockets let bulky adapters sit side by side.
USB chargingCriticisedThe shared 3.4A output is slow, especially with several devices or a laptop on USB-C.
StabilityMixedThe weighted base holds it steady, but the tall body can still be knocked over.
Cord and plugPraisedThe flat 45-degree plug and 6.5-foot cord fit behind furniture and reach distant outlets.

From Lowe's

12 AC outlets and 4 USB charging ports in a compact vertical tower, charging up to 17 devices at once
4 USB ports deliver a combined 3.4A output with smart charging technology that adjusts to each device
6.5-foot extension cord with pure copper wiring and a low-profile flat plug at a 45-degree angle
45-degree angled design and wide outlet spacing prevent adjacent plugs from blocking each other
Built-in overload protection and circuit breaker safeguard connected devices
Fire-resistant polycarbonate shell rated to 1382 degrees Fahrenheit; stable base with anti-slip mat

Materials: Fire-resistant polycarbonate shell; extension cord uses pure copper wiring
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About the LENCENT Tower Power Strip with 12 AC Outlets and 4 USB Ports

This tower power strip has 12 AC outlets and 4 USB ports, including USB-C, in a compact vertical design. The 4 USB ports share a combined 3.4A output. Smart charging technology adjusts the output to each connected device.

The shell is fire-resistant polycarbonate rated to 1382 degrees Fahrenheit. Built-in overload protection and a circuit breaker safeguard connected devices. The base is stable and has an anti-slip mat.

The 6.5-foot extension cord uses pure copper wiring and ends in a low-profile flat plug set at a 45-degree angle. The angled design and wide outlet spacing keep adjacent plugs from blocking each other.

AC outlets: 12
USB ports: 4, including USB-C
USB output: 3.4A combined, with smart charging
Cord length: 6.5 feet, pure copper wiring
Plug: Flat, 45-degree angle
Shell: Fire-resistant polycarbonate, rated to 1382°F
Protection: Overload protection and circuit breaker
Base: Stable, with anti-slip mat
Dimensions: 12 in high, 5.5 in wide