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Best Travel Power Adapters in 2017

There are literally thousands of models to choose from and some are more useful than others. Here are the top 10 best travel power adapters in 2017 reviews.

10. MOCREO Universal World Wide All-in-one Safety Travel Charger

The MOCREO universal travel charger is a great devices that provides not only functionality but convenience as well. It works worldwide and comes with additional features that eliminate the need to carry any other adapters or chargers. The model features two USB ports that can be used to charge mobile devices and tablets and comes with retractable plugs thus making it extremely compact. It works mostly with any type of power socket that has an output between 110 and 240 volts.

9. Ceptics UP-5KP International Worldwide Travel Adapter Plug

Ceptics UP-5KP is an affordable option for the ones that have a limited budget. It is actually a five piece set that includes all the power plugs possible. The kit also includes a small travel bag that can accommodate 2 or 3 adapters which is enough when traveling abroad. Due to the fact that it comes as a set it might not seem as the most compact model available but it does offer a certain degree of convenience and functionality.

8. Insten Universal World Wide Travel Charger Adapter Plug

The Insten universal travel charger is the most affordable model that comes as a one piece adapter. Due to its design the model can be used literally anywhere in the world without having to carry additional ones or worrying that it might not be the right kind of adapter. Its power plugs are not retractable but it does have a compact form factor. The model comes with a LED charging indicator and it includes a travel pouch.

7. Orei M8 Plus All-in-One Grounded International Worldwide Travel Plug Adapter

Orei M8 is a great all-in-one option for frequent travelers. The model comes with all the power plugs possible making it usable anywhere in the world. All its power pins are retractable which means it takes very little space to store and due to the fact that it is an all-in-one device means that the user never needs to worry if it will work in a particular country. The device does not convert voltage which means that it is safer to use with devices that have dual voltage.

6. Loop Electronics Worldwide Travel Adapter

The Loop Electronics power adapter is a great travel companion. It has a simple design with retractable power plugs and two USB ports on one of the sides. The model can be used directly to charge smartphones and tablets with a regular charging USB cable. It is compatible with every single power plug possible and because it is a one piece devices it eliminates the possibility of traveling with the wrong type of adapter.

5. MAXAH Surge Protector All in One Universal Worldwide Travel Wall Charger

MAXAH travel wall charger is an affordable solution for the ones that do not travel without their tablet or smartphone. It was designed to work with every single wall socket and features a retractable design thus making it quite compact. It also includes a surge protection that cuts the power in case something goes wrong. The model supports power outlets with an output between 120 and 240 volts and has a current rating of 6 to 13 amps.

4. MOCREO Detachable Universal World Travel Charger

The MOCREO universal travel charger was made with convenience in mid. It has a simple design with a detachable top that acts as a regular US wall charger for smartphones and tablets. The removable top comes with two USB ports. The bottom side hosts all the power plugs used worldwide which means that this is the only adapter that one will ever need. All the plugs are retractable making it extremely compact and travel friendly.

3. BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter With Worldwide Power Adapters

BESTEK’s power converter and wall adapter combo is the ultimate travel kit. It includes a small unit that comes with 3 plugs and four USB ports, a power cable and 3 different adapters. The full kit works with any kind of wall plug making it an universal pack that works anywhere in the world. It might not be the most compact model but it does offer quite a few benefits including its ability to convert voltage.

2. Kensington International Travel Plug Adapter

The Kensington international travel plug adapter is an excellent companion due to its compact form factor and the fact that it works anywhere in the word. It comes with two USB ports with an output of 2.1 amps that enable fast charging for mobile devices. Being so small and compact is just one of its advantages but its single piece construction also eliminates situations in which it might not work in a particular country.

1. FosPower FUSE World-Wide Universal AC International Adapter

FosPower FUSE is a great travel companion. It is one of the smallest universal adapters that comes with a single piece design and an easy to use push dial. The model was also built with two USB ports that have an output of 3.1 amps which means fast charging for mobile devices. Surprisingly the model is affordable and it is well built.

The main problem with traveling and power adapters is the fact that there are about four different types. Classic models usually convert one type to another. Our top 10 lists models that can be used with any type of wall plug thus eliminating the need to buy a new one or travel with more than one. All models listed are fairly affordable and some even come with USB ports.

I wouldn’t use them!

None of them will work with a hair dryer or curling iron. You need a transformer for that. Make sure that transformer will support the wattage used by the appliance