Reviews for Belkin Mini Surge Protector with USB Charger

Love it, I bought this at my college's bookstore ---- I used to plug my iphone into it via USB and/or the power adapter cube. Now I use the USB ports to charge my ipod shuffle and Livescribe pen when I need it - all the while my clock, laptop and rechargeable toothbrush are using the power plugs

A previous review states that “When the unit is plugged in the lower end tends to pull into the wall. There is no support on the lower end to match the upper end.” Actually, the grey cap that covers the plug (when not in use) is designed to connect to the lower end for exactly this purpose.

When the unit is plugged in the lower end tends to pull into the wall. There is no support on the lower end to match the upper end.

This unit is much bigger then you would think from the pictures. It might be manageable but you can't use it outside the US with 220 volt systems. I ended up using it in my house as an extra [expensive] wall charger. Look for a smaller competitive product with a plug receptacle that retracts and 220 volt support. They exist and are a better value.

I have owned this surge protector for about two years. It gave out while I was on vacation, which sucked but when I got home I checked out their website. I was able to complete a 2 min form, mail the item back ( at my cost) and they mailed me a new one. The process took about 2 weeks. From now on I am only purchasing Belkin products.

Pros: Two USB ports to charge your iPhone and iPod

Cons: It's too large and will take up both plugs in a standard 2-up plug. Plus it should have a 'dead man' that plugs into the lower outlet but doesn't, resulting in the prongs pulling out a bit, exposing the metal. I have a MacBook Pro and I plug in the huge brick into it and it just makes a mess. Where USB chargers are pulling only 5/12 volts, I don't understand why there aren't more smaller 2/4-up USB chargers out there.

just recently purchased this item and i was so glad to use it. i tested it at home the same night that i got it and it seems to be working properly. i brought it to school the next day and everyone was using it. all their macs are charging but mine. i thought it was due to my charger so i immediately rushed to apple store to get it fixed. however, when i was at the store, my charger was doing its job charging my computer...i even asked the guy to try and use my surge protector but it was still working...two days later (with a huge paper due in 2 hours), my computer was not charging again just right after i used this product because when i was using a different surge protector couple of hours earlier, my computer was charging.
MY CONCLUSION:
there is something about this product that always seem to mess up my charger...2/3 usage resulted into an inoperative charger....i would rather just get a targus brand...plus, this item doesn't look durable at all. think twice and research before buying this product

I managed to get this 'somewhere else' for a real good deal but I've got one from Apple too earlier this year. All of them give a slight high pitch hum that goes away when something is connected and drawing power. So far I've been able to plug in 3 devices via AC and 2 USB, all work. USB only pumps out the 500ma 5v rating, so expect newer iDevices to charge slowly. I have/can charge(d) my iPhone 4 and iPad 16GB at the same time, but the iPad says "not charging" when the screen is on.


my only issue is the weakness in the outlet connection, I've had it fall out once and I wasn't too happy about that. the plug cover that comes with the device helps brace but not when you've got 3 heavy cords pulling it down. just keep that in mind when you plug in heavier cords or blocks.

I've had this for over a year, plugged my iPhone 3G into it and also a Boston radio. No problems, reliable. Surprisingly has two Mac usb outlets on the top so you don't have to use an adapter for your power cords. Very convenient, more uses than I expected.