Amazon Basics 6-Outlet Surge Protector, 200J (2-pack)
Cheap, compact outlet strips with light surge protection; not for TVs, computers or consoles.
The short version
- Lamps, phone chargers, clocks and other low cost devices
- Anyone who needs more outlets in a small space
- Dorm rooms and bedsides where a long cord gets in the way
- You are protecting a TV, computer, game console or other costly gear
- The outlet is more than a couple of feet from where you need power
What owners like
- Low price for two strips
- Small enough to fit in tight spots
- Handy for adding outlets near a desk or bed
Common complaints
- The 2 foot cord is too short for some rooms
- The 200 joule rating is light for expensive electronics
Based on The Amazon listing, a retailer listing of the same strip, a short Electronikz review, and surge protection guides from Anker and Techlicious.
Research scores
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What it does
A pair of compact six outlet power strips with 200 joules of surge protection, a circuit breaker and a 2 foot cord.
- Six outlets on each strip, two strips in the box
- Built-in circuit breaker for overloads
- On/off switch to cut power to everything plugged in
- LED light shows the strip's status
- Short cord keeps it tidy behind a desk or nightstand
Cheap, compact strips that turn one wall outlet into six for lamps, chargers, clocks and other low cost gear. The trade-off is protection: 200 joules sits well below the 1,000 joule starting point that surge guides recommend for TVs, computers and consoles, so treat these as power strips with light surge protection. The 2 foot cord also limits placement.
How it compares
Specs
- Outlets
- 6 per strip
- Pack
- 2 strips
- Surge rating
- 200 joules
- Cord length
- 2 feet
- Overload protection
- 15 amp circuit breaker
- Controls
- On/off switch, LED indicator
- Color
- Black (also sold in white)
Worth knowing
- Surge protection wears down over time; guides recommend replacing strips after a major surge or every few years.
Questions
Is 200 joules enough for a TV or computer?
Guides from Anker and Techlicious suggest at least 1,000 joules for TVs, computers and consoles, so 200 joules is on the low side for that kind of gear.
Does the Amazon Basics 6-outlet strip have a switch?
Yes. It has an on/off switch and an LED indicator, plus a circuit breaker.
How long is the cord?
2 feet.
How often should a surge protector be replaced?
Surge protectors wear down as they absorb surges. Techlicious suggests replacing them every 3 to 5 years, or right after a lightning strike or major power event.
Sources
- Amazon: Amazon Basics 6-Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip, 200J, 2ft, Black, 2-Pack
- The Catechists: Amazon Basics 6-Outlet, 200 Joule Surge Protector, 2 Foot, Black, Pack of 2
- Electronikz: Amazon Basics 6-Outlet Surge Protector review
- Anker: How many joules for a surge protector
- Techlicious: How to pick the best surge protector
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.
