You shouldn’t just buy any surge protector; we found three that’ll keep your electronics safe while giving you plenty of extra outlets for your favorite gadgets.

Editor's Note: March 16, 2026: We've added a section answering some frequently asked questions related to purchasing a UPS backup at the end of this story, which we hope will help you figure out how ...

Which is the better way to power your devices? Power strips and surge protectors both supply electricity to multiple devices, but they differ in their safety features. A surge protector is designed to ...

With six polarized, grounded outlets; surge protection across line/neutral; and a tangle-resistant 4-foot power cord; Philips’ model SPC3064WG/37 surge protector is an ideal power strip. The Philips ...