surges happen. A good power strip absorbs spikes, filters electrical noise, and gives you space between outlets for wall warts.
We tested nine power strips with desktop + monitor + router loads.
Quick Picks
| Strip | Joules | Outlets | Best For | Amazon |
|-------|--------|---------|----------|--------|
| APC 11-Outlet Surge Protector | 2880 | 11 | Premium desktop protection | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=APC+11+Outlet+Surge+Protector&tag=homeoffice20f-20) |
| Belkin 12-Outlet Power Strip | 3600 | 12 | High-value protection | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Belkin+12+Outlet+Power+Strip&tag=homeoffice20f-20) |
| Tripp Lite Power Strip | 2160 | 8 | Compact reliable | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Tripp+Lite+Power+Strip&tag=homeoffice20f-20) |---
Joule Rating Cheat Sheet
- 1000–2000: laptop + phone + monitor - 2000–4000: desktop + monitors + router - 4000+: home theater + server
Replace after any major surge event.
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