Doesn't work well for surge protection Bestek’s 8-Outlet surge protector is ideal as a convenient, accessible power source for under your desk, and we found that eight outlets were more than ...

Plus, it has a generous 8-foot cord, and it feels sturdy and robust. This three-outlet model has an auto-shutoff feature and offers almost as much surge protection as full-size alternatives.

One reviewer who rated the surge protector a 4 out of 5 said: "Liked it so much, we bought 3." The Monoprice 12 Outlet Power Surge Protector with 2 Built-in USB charger Ports is a solid piece of kit.