Best Smart Power Strips (2026): 5 Strips Compared

Kasa Smart lists the HS300 with 6 individually controlled smart outlets and 3 USB ports at 5V/2.4A each, energy monitoring per device in the Kasa app, and ETL certified surge protection. It works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Cortana with no hub required, takes 100-125V at 60Hz and 15A, and lists a 15A, 1875W maximum total load. The spec table gives a 14.17 by 2.49 in size, a 702 g weight, an aluminum enclosure and a 2-year warranty.

Who it's for: someone who wants per-outlet control plus energy monitoring on one strip. Who should skip it: anyone who needs a stated cord length or Matter support, since the listing states neither.

Its Office Score of 9.7/10 comes from performance 32/35, build 21/25, value 21/25, safety 8/10 and warranty 3/5: 85 of 100 points, placed on our 9.2 to 9.8 scale.

Figures as published on the retailer listing, collected 22 October 2026. Performance figures are manufacturer rated.

What this listing states. ETL certified surge protection is stated, so safety scores 8 of 10. 2-year warranty. It does not say everything a buyer needs, such as who pays return shipping, so warranty scores 3 of 5. See How We Pick.

Power and heat. Use the supplied adapter, treat power delivery wattage and display support as the maker's claims for your laptop model, and give the dock room to vent.

This is general buying information, not professional advice. Follow each product manual and local rules, and see our Safety Disclaimer.

Anker lists the 341 with 8 AC outlets, 1 USB-C and 2 USB-A ports, 2000-joule surge protection and a TUV listing. The USB-C port is rated 20W, but total USB output is shared at a 15W maximum. It has a 5 ft cord with a 45 degree flat plug, measures 4.5 by 3.6 by 1.6 in at 15.3 oz, and includes an 18-month warranty plus a connected equipment guarantee.

Two things to note: the spec table lists 240 volts, which does not fit a North American Type B plug, so trust the plug type; and this is not a smart strip despite the roundup, with no app or voice control. Who it's for: someone who wants maximum surge protection and ports without smart features. Who should skip it: anyone who needs remote control or schedules.

Its Office Score of 9.6/10 comes from performance 23/35, build 21/25, value 21/25, safety 8/10 and warranty 3/5: 76 of 100 points, placed on our 9.2 to 9.8 scale.

Figures as published on the retailer listing, collected 22 October 2026. Performance figures are manufacturer rated.

What this listing states. TUV listing and 2000-joule surge protection are stated, so safety scores 8 of 10. 18-month warranty. It does not say everything a buyer needs, such as who pays return shipping, so warranty scores 3 of 5. See How We Pick.

Power and heat. Use the supplied adapter, treat power delivery wattage and display support as the maker's claims for your laptop model, and give the dock room to vent.

This is general buying information, not professional advice. Follow each product manual and local rules, and see our Safety Disclaimer.

Anker lists this 12-in-1 strip with 8 AC outlets, 2 USB-C and 2 USB-A ports, up to 35W on the USB-C1 port, and 900-joule surge protection. Power is shared when multiple USB ports are in use. It has a 5 ft cord with a flat plug, measures 7.87 by 3.13 in, weighs 0.54 kg and carries an 18-month warranty.

The spec table lists 8 ports against the 12-in-1 figure in the title and bullets; we trust the 12-in-1 count. Like the 341, this is not a smart strip. Who it's for: someone who wants the fastest USB-C charging here with 12 ports. Who should skip it: anyone who needs app or voice control.

Its Office Score of 9.5/10 comes from performance 23/35, build 20/25, value 20/25, safety 7/10 and warranty 3/5: 73 of 100 points, placed on our 9.2 to 9.8 scale.

Figures as published on the retailer listing, collected 22 October 2026. Performance figures are manufacturer rated.

What this listing states. 900-joule surge protection is stated, so safety scores 7 of 10. 18-month warranty. It does not say everything a buyer needs, such as who pays return shipping, so warranty scores 3 of 5. See How We Pick.

Power and heat. Use the supplied adapter, treat power delivery wattage and display support as the maker's claims for your laptop model, and give the dock room to vent.

This is general buying information, not professional advice. Follow each product manual and local rules, and see our Safety Disclaimer.

Yozisital lists a 12-in-1 smart strip with 6 individually controlled smart outlets, 2 regular AC outlets and 4 USB ports (2 USB-A, 2 USB-C). It works through the Smart Life app with Alexa and Google Home voice control, supports timers and schedules, and connects on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only. The cord is a 5 ft flat plug type, and the listing states a 1 year manufacture warranty.

No surge protection appears anywhere in the listing, which is the main gap against the others. Who it's for: someone who wants the most ports with smart control on a budget strip. Who should skip it: anyone who needs surge protection or 5 GHz Wi-Fi.

Its Office Score of 9.5/10 comes from performance 29/35, build 20/25, value 20/25, safety 0/10 and warranty 3/5: 72 of 100 points, placed on our 9.2 to 9.8 scale.

Figures as published on the retailer listing, collected 22 October 2026. Performance figures are manufacturer rated.

What this listing states. This product does not plug in or run on a battery, so safety is not part of its score. 1 Year Manufacture. It does not say everything a buyer needs, such as who pays return shipping, so warranty scores 3 of 5. See How We Pick.

Power and heat. Use the supplied adapter, treat power delivery wattage and display support as the maker's claims for your laptop model, and give the dock room to vent.

This is general buying information, not professional advice. Follow each product manual and local rules, and see our Safety Disclaimer.

Amazon Basics lists a smart strip with 6 individually controlled outlets and 3 USB ports (2 USB-A, 1 USB-C), working with Alexa only over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi with no hub required. It runs schedules and routines through the Alexa app, lists surge protection among its special features, and weighs 1.2 lb.

The listing states no warranty term and no cord length, and voice control is Alexa-only. Who it's for: an Alexa household that wants simple smart outlets. Who should skip it: anyone on Google Home, or anyone who needs a stated warranty.

Its Office Score of 9.5/10 comes from performance 28/35, build 19/25, value 20/25, safety 5/10 and warranty 0/5: 72 of 100 points, placed on our 9.2 to 9.8 scale.

Figures as published on the retailer listing, collected 22 October 2026. Performance figures are manufacturer rated.

What this listing states. Surge protection is listed among the special features, so safety scores 5 of 10. No warranty term, so warranty scores zero. See How We Pick.

Power and heat. Use the supplied adapter, treat power delivery wattage and display support as the maker's claims for your laptop model, and give the dock room to vent.

This is general buying information, not professional advice. Follow each product manual and local rules, and see our Safety Disclaimer.