The name is just for branding I suppose. It does have a flatter profiled plug than regular extensions do so it works well for what it's supposed to be used for which is just extension for sockets in cramped locations.
The extension cords do have holes for the purpose of affixing them. In fact, I have one mounted on my microwave cart. I mounted one on my tv stand. I might get this (or an extension cord) to mount on our headboard for easier charger access.
3M tape already attached for 3 to 10x the cost depending on what extension cord you buy. I would honestly say the bottom of the barrel $3-5 ones that have 2 outlets on one side and 1 on the other side that have a hole at the top that you could hang it on a nail would be just as functional with an extra plug but missing the USB at 1/10th the price, but lets be fair I wouldn't trust a built in USB plug on an extension cable without a surge protector anyways in which case you can get a 4-6 plug surge protector with 2 USB plugs for half the price if you need to get a surge protector anyways and seeing as the packaging said nothing about it being a surge protector I have a feeling they skimped on that to make as much profit for as little cost as possible because most people wouldn't think about that and would just assume that a USB port is a USB port. I am not saying the product is bad, I am just saying it is way way over priced for not even having any protection built into the product at all, if it was $30 for 2 plugs with 2 USB ports all behind a surge protector, then fine it would only cost double the price to look "prettier", but no protection it is probably closer to 4-5x the cost to look "prettier" which is insane markup.
Idk it being shaped more like an outlet and being mounted more slid makes a difference. Sticking an extension cord to the wall looks tacky and needing two hands to plug anything in is less ideal
@@huskers1278 I double side tape my power strips to the sides of book cases. Then use them as battery charging stations for my cameras, lights and microphones. Works great
$4.48 for an extension cord. Twice as long, more outlets. I doubt the Presto Plug could withstand the rigors of plugging in and unplugging a lamp or whatever.
Not to mention you can get surge protectors for $10-15 that come with USB ports that allow you to securely mount it to the wall with keyhole slots for wall anchors. Not to mention you get more power sockets and USB ports for less while also giving you some surge protection.
I agree with others. Just add a Command strip to an extension cord or surge protector, and “presto” you’re not paying $15 per unit. Free with Fee means they charge you shipping and handling within the Fee. The As Seen On TV places sell 2 units for $40 (20 times 2) which equates to the 33 percent average markup stores make on most products.
The illusion of getting something free sells stuff. Over price it in the first place, charge a fee for the second one, and so you move 2 items instead of one. In warehousing there is a term called turns. It speaks about the spped at which something comes in an goes out. Sometimes "velocity" is used for rapid turns. This can hepl you get financing. I'm a retired software dude. We did a lot in logistics.
@@crankshaft3612 back in the 90s it was different though like it wouldn't be two of the same product it would be two different products. Like if you buy a chef Tony's microwave you get the chopper for free.
I think a power strip would give you more for your money. Also, the USB B ports are on their way to becoming outdated as new devices will want USB C ports.
Seriously, I have an APC power strip that is great quality, cost me about $35, and has I think 12 outlets on it. It's big but it stays securely on my wall with 6 2-inch 3M command strips, so I'm even using it in the same fashion that this product is used. $20 for what is basically just a 2-outlet power strip is insane.
Type A is still prevalent enough that the majority of people have more type A to C cables than C to C. Imo type A ports end up often being far more convenient for charging things. Considering that that the majority of small electronics like bluetooth speakers and similar still come with either type A standard to micro or type A to C cables, it'll be quite a good amount of time before type C really takes over.
@@SkeleTonHammer well in your situation you don't even need the command strips for the surge protector as the vast majority of surge protectors come with mounting holes for a standard plastic wall anchor plus screw that would take easily 50-75 pounds of pressure with two of them or just use wood screws where a wall stud is. But of course I understand using the command strips to avoid patching up the wall when you want to remove or relocate it.
This is a gimmicky gadget. It is very expensive to have only 2 outlets. Also it falling down in a couple of days is not good, set a phone of tablet on it if it is located on Wall in a room with tile floor, gadgets will crack! I would use just a simple multi-outlet in an extension cord. In this video it would be easy to keep a regular extension cord just on top of that couch, it would be hidden behind the pillow tops and easily transferred to another wall outlet. If this outlet had a hole to be used to screw on a wall it might be a little more secure for using the top for phone ot tablet resting place for charging. I doubt I would use this extension outlet attached to wall by 3m strips even if I received it free, it looks kind of stupid when set higher on the wall. Not worth of getting at that price.
I've seen these a lot in the sound engineering biz, they're called "drops" and you can get them anywhere..just without the adhesive and generally with 4 outlets. 👍
That is why I love the wall boxes made of plastic. I can us ouplers to make a outlet box 4 boxes wide with a 30 amp cord and an industrial plug. Left of my first wall box is a two oulet box with an Amp meter Now I can see my load.
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I have to agree. This channel is more useful to me as a resource or reference source. It might be months or years before I look for a review of an extension cord or extendable dish rack, and I like to have the product name in the title, so I can easily search for individual products.
I literally do this with power strips that have 6 ft cords and usb built in, and use those exact velcro adhesive strips so i don't damage the wall unlike that built in one would. A little ingenuity would yield a superior product for cheaper or at least the same price.
I feel like this would be great for an office space. You can use the desk to hide the wires and stick it to the side or under it, maybe even behind a monitor so you have easy access to a plug for chargers and other things. I actually mounted a surge strip in the corner under my desk to I have east access to it.
I am a BIG fan of this concept! I have POTS, a medical condition that makes it difficult and sometimes even dangerous to bend down. My husband and I have already decided we want all of our outlets at about 2/3 of the way down from the ceiling. We will place them there when we build, and possibly even have them moved in this house as well. This product is a great solution to have until our outlets are moved.
Lots of places enforece the code that says outlets must be at least 3 feet above the floor. This is for child safety. Depends when your building (house) was built.
@@crankshaft3612 As far as I know there is no code like that in the US. All houses I have seen built in the last 20 years have the outlets very near the floors. I would love that code to be enforced here! It just makes sense.
I hate adhesive, but renters might love it. I think the main selling point on this item for me is the USB ports. Being a tech savvy family, we had a massive power strip installed along the wall for all our electronics. Unused spots have plastic covers/inserts.
I think to relocate behind the couch plugs would be good, and then to be fair nobody is going to leave a iPad there for 2-3 days it’s meant to hold the device while is charging which is 1-2 hours and it far exceeded that.
Yeah, I was thinking that too. How many people are really leaving an ipad charging for days at a time, and also at a random outlet not near a table or something?
Actually you are not being fair The Cleaner. Perhaps people are not leaving a tablet or phone on the little charging self but I think it only proves how poor the outlet really is. Just have children plugging and unplugging a tablet to this outlet multiple times, it certainly will fall down faster thsn 2 days, even with gentle pushing and pulling of cords. It WILL fall. Just get a regular extension cord.
I would use the Velcro command strips so it doesn’t stick to the wall forever. I also like my Kasa power strips I bought that have more plugs and USB ports and long cords. Plus I can control them with my phone.
i think one of the best uses of this is when you have a plug behind the bed, couch or desk. because it has the USB charging plugs, it's good to have it accessable so you can get to it.
Foolish people who like to waste your money. I think fitting a plug socket yourself costs as much as this product. Yes, extension cords have mounting holes but not everyone wants to drill holes in their walls. Extension cords are light enough to stick to the walls with tape and cheaper than the presto plug
Hi James. I have seen a lot of 3 prong outlets in the US installed with the ground contact on top. Electricians I have asked about it say it is safer that way as when the outlet is low on the wall the ground lead woud be encountered first. Probably a minor fee to have a local eletrician come and turn an outlet over.
I just bought an extension cord not terribly different than this (longer cord, more plugs) and used command strips (3, spread out) to adhere it to a wall to hold a couple of wireless doorbells. That worked well. I use command strips for many things. This looks like a convenient solution though. Thanks.
Surge protector does the same thing and you can get those with a 6'+ cord, more than 2 outlets, more than 2 USB ports, and mount with drywall anchors...it isnt likely to fall anytime soon.
Yeah, I tried mounting an extension cord with command strips and it didn't do well but now it's mounted with drywall anchors and screws. Mich better than this.
I just have an Anker power strip/surge protector that I plugged into the outlet behind our couch. I just rest the power strip on the back of the couch, on the little ledge behind the cushions. Gives me way more outlets if I need them, plus the USB connections, and it's only noticeable if you're looking for it!
I think this is best used in bathroom situations. I don't know about anyone else but if I run into an inconvenient wall outlet situation, it's almost always in a bathroom. Adhesive and moisture don't mix, so I wouldn't waste my money but gosh I wish this concept would come out so people could actually screw the thing to the wall instead. Great review!
Check your local codes! Often there are regulations about how close an outlet can be to wet areas. Even GFCI outlets. Have soebody who is qualified test the safety at you end on the extension.
I have had to get a bunch of power strips for just this reason. Outlets are always behind something too heavy to move, etc. My family says "You are in a wheelchair. You don't need to plug stuff in." My replay, "It's my feet that are missing. Not my brain." Diabeties sucks. It rots the brain of folks around you.
It is unsafe to promote adding a full 15 amp set of outlets from a sketch outlet extender. The fact is you never know if the wattage drawn from these extensions will exceed what the breaker is designed for. Without advertising a gauge that is capable of this likely could result in outlets melting or worse.
Dude, there’s a reason those outlets are down and generally out of sight. 😝 And this is an “As seen on TV” product so of course it doesn’t live up to the hype. That’s one reason why your videos are so awesome, we still want to believe and sometimes, admittedly rarely, but sometimes these things actually live up to the adverts. Keep the videos coming, and thanks.
First off great video. Always love the honest reviews. I'm from New York but recently moved to vegas about 3 years ago. The thing I noticed is the walls in Vegas (which I assume is where you are) is that they're textured so things tend to not stick as well. Where as in ny the walls are very smooth or even covered in wallpaper which those plugs would stick so well on. Either way I think the product is almost gag worthy besides very specific needs. There's always extension cords.
This article is now available in germany and it has some.differences. the cable is thick. It can work up until 3680 watts. And the plug is also thick and not sideways. Like a standard plug. Wonder ifts because of the strict laws here.... ? .. youre channel is one of my favourite ones to watch 😊
After you put the command strip on the wall you should take the second half (,outlet) down to let the strip cure on the wall. 3m say you have to clean the wall firm before add the strip on the wall
I bought one like it for travel. Turns one plug by bed in hotel/airport into 2 plus 2 usb chargers. Mine was like 20 bucks. Worth it for me. For my parents house I bought a plug that goes into outlets with no cord and has 2 plugs and 2 usb plugs. Turns the one outlet by the couch into 2 and lets them both charge their phones with fast charging. Pretty good for 12 bucks.
You should upgrade to Tripp Lite or Anker portable surge protectors. I own the Tripp Lite one. You get 3 AC sockets and USB ports. Anker is a good idea as well with some quick charging options over USB for your phones. Not to mention both of those have lifetime connected device insurances that activate when you register them in the case when they don't protect your devices you can get paid out for the value of your devices.
I made something like this out of electrical parts (outlets, boxes) and an extension cord, unfortunately it doesn't have USB ports. I'm going to make a larger one with four maybe six outlets and a switch with pilot light.
It’s an extension lead!! Here in the UK we have them all over the place and don’t stick them to the walls. 4ft long is useless too, I use 10mtr long ones regularly.
It's basically just the next step in extension cords, plug it in and the other end goes where you want it and powers something. All they have really done is stick and extension cord on the wall with adhesive. That doesn't make it a bad idea though, but they need a better mount than weak or wall damaging adhesive. I have an outlet dead center behind a couch I never use, I would buy one of these if it had a longer cord that say stowed excess away in the back.
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I use a similar type device. Mine has a longer cord, but no sticky adhesive. I‘ve used it for years to allow me to use the plug that is beneath my bed that would otherwise be useless. I just leave mine on the floor against the wall. The cord length might be 6 feet long. I bought it in Walmart years ago for roughly $20.
IMO, this is good and compact Outlet extension for hard to get to behind bed Outlet, you could just lay directly on the bed and charge his and her phone overnight, not being big and bulky like a multi plug surge protector. I like it.
The secret to fees and shipping costs is that they cover the cost of manufacture and shipping. The ‘price of the unit is all profit. If you return the unit for a refund, they still covered the cost of the unit and just lost the profit. Now you know the secret of "as seen on TV" type gadgets…
This is more up your alley. However, like others have noted, you can get a surge protector for around $10 from Wal-Mart or Target. Command strips can hold a decent amount of weight and are more easily removable, especially if you get the velcro strips. Not only that, a surge protector is better for plugging in expensive electronics such as any Apple product. I'm not sure what Presto is trying to accomplish with this. Also, that "separate fee" for the free outlet is supposedly for shipping, but is really just to cheat people out of money.
Overpriced extension cord. I purchased an extension cord with 2 usb ports and 4 plugs for $18 at Walmart. Add a command strip and TADA!, it could be stuck to the wall. I suppose if you like the look of a wall outlet this is a pretty good option. Thanks for your time, I love watching your reviews.
2:00 I wonder why they wouldn't go with command strips. 3M makes Comand strips so they might have been able to get a deal to show off the ability of command strips to hold large items. I see at 3:40 you used command strips. gues great minds think alike.
And this is why I just use regular power strips. After all, almost all of them have screw cutouts so I can hang them on my wall where I want them and not really damage a large area of paint when it's time to move them. Not only that, I get more than 4 outlets for less money!
I found short extension cords with flat swiveling plugs. They were a set of three and they’re cheap. Went to order another set and I only got one for the same price as the three. Returned. They were perfect for accessing outlets behind heavy furniture.
Looks like very helpful product, I know a couple places in my house I could use it. Great that it's UL listed or has passed a UL test. Using command strips is a good idea. I would use the heavy-duty strips.
This is my opinion, I guess, but a power strip/surge protector works just as good, or better. They come in all types of configurations: with/without USB plugs, different numbers of plug outlets, different shapes (double row rectangle, single row rectangle, multi-sided cubes, vertical tabletop box, etc), different cord lengths, etc etc etc. Most, depending on the shape, can be wall mounted. Screws are most often used (which actually clean up nicer than permanent adhesive- small dab of drywall putty vs redoing the wall's surface!). And the final kicker? You get surge protection AND the ability to shut the entire strip off if desired. Oh! And now they even have smart power strips, where each outlet can be turned on or off via phone, remote, or Alexa/Google voice commands. And what if you got a power strip or surge protector that just doesn't have a long enough cord? Just use an additional extension cord. They come in all colors today: orange, yellow, green, brown, black, white, beige.... I just can't justify this outlet. It really isn't much more than a 2-plug power strip with an extension cord and no surge protection. For the same price, or just a little more, you can get something way better and more practical.... that won't ruin your walls.
The reason the plug is facing like that on the packaging, is because the ground aka the third hole is suppose to be at the top, so if something hits the outlet the grounding feature will work. just an fyi ^^
It's an extension chord with some 3M double sided tape on it. Your adhesive test was a test of the 3M tape, not the extension chord/power strip. Seems a bit pricey to me. I mean, we've been screwing power strips to the wall for decades. More outlets on them.
While I may not always agree with your conclusions, what I love about this channel is that I get enough information to make good, informed decisions about whether the product will be of benefit to me, personally, regardless of what others may think. Great work!
The sole gimmick of this power cord is that you can attach it to the wall with an adhesive back. However the lack of option in attaching to the wall such as screw mounting makes the thing just another extension cord at a higher cost.
Part of the problem sticking to the wall probably was the textured wall. But a bigger problem is when you put a wide adhesive patch on the back of a hollow plastic box, you can't apply even pressure to the middle of the patch. A better solution for things like this is a mounting plate that can be pressed to the wall better and then the box slides onto the plate.
Excellent idea for elderly, people like myself with mobility and balance difficulties it brings outlet up to a better height reduces fall risk. As this is not being made for disability market it is, a more reasonable price. I can guarantee if someone did similiar product marketed as Elderly/Disabled folk save money getting outlets moved use this it will help reduce falls etc it would be priced 3 to 5 times, as high.
Tried something like Blu-Tack. I have seen folks use this tuff to stiick a spinning hard drive into a computer case. I bought a bunch of that suff. They have to repaint every apartment wihen somebody moves out. No holes in walls so screw the paint.
I purchased a couple of these and I have two complaints. My first one is the plug for the outlet. It should have had one of those rotating plugs instead of their non-rotatable ones. My second one is I discovered the hard way. The next day after installing the outlet relocator, I plugged my vacuum cleaner into it and it worked for maybe 2 seconds before the thing blew and now I can’t use it. Apparently, you shouldn’t plug anything like vacuum cleaners into it.
So...It's a power bar with a sticker on it. Really innovative. Not saying it useless but a power bar or extension cord will do the same thing (and yes you can get one with USB plugins as well as angled plug). ~Congratulations! you've invented the power bar with a sticker.~
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Or you can buy a surge protector with a longer cord. it does all this and acts as insurance for any devices downstream of it I have something like this in my bathroom but it had proper screw holes for mounting that I'm really happy with
I don't see how this is any different then a standard power strip which often come with integrated USB ports and more then two outlets. Those strips usually have holes specifically for mounting on the wall, so it's the same idea. The whole "phone holder" thing is of very limited use, I don't think most people want to rest their phone like that.
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As others have already pointed out, this is little more than an over priced extension cord. I've been doing essentially the same things around my house for years, with the exact product I use depending upon my needs in that area of my house. For example, if I only need to plug in 2 prong (lower power) devices, I may even use a cheap cord I bought at the dollar store. However, if I need high power 3 prog outlets, I'll either get a heavy duty cord (what's sometimes called an appliance extension cord) or power strip from the hardware store (more expensive than the dollar store option, but still cheaper than this gimmicky device). And when I say "high power", I mean it (for example my home microwave's cord didn't quite reach the plug I wanted to use, so I just spent around $8 at my local Menards hardware store for a few foot long heavy duty 3-prog extension cord and just use that extension between the microwave and the wall plug). As for USB charging (the other "feature" of the device you reviewed), that's easily handled wherever needed. Not only do many power strips (and mutli-plugs) have USB charging built-in these days, but you can also cheaply (as in under $5/each, if you hunt around) get USB chargers that plug into the power outlet of your choice. And as others have pointed out, you can mount a power strip to the wall if you really want to (I usually don't bother). And unlike the device you reviewed, the power strip will likely give you more outlets, come with a power strip on/off switch (which may or may not be useful to you depending upon your exact use case), and many also include a built-in overload circuit breaker (in case you ever draw too many watts from things plugged into that power strip). And since many power strips now also provide USB charging, the only thing the reviewed device gives you (that the cheaper power strip doesn't also provide) is a slightly nicer appearance in your house. So if you feel the extra cost is "worth it" for the appearance, that's your choice. As for me, I personally don't find power strips to be that ugly, so I'll stick with cheaper (and often more functional) power extension options vs shelling out the extra money for this "As Seen on TV" option.
Had been using the Presto Plug for a few weeks to plug the lights in from my Year-round lighted Christmas tree. It provided the length I needed to more easily plug and unplug. However, this past Saturday, I plugged my tree lights in......nothing. Tried both receptacles......nothing. When I went to unplug the lights, I found that the plug literally could rock back and forth in both sockets. Have tried plugging other appliances in since with similar result. Will inquire about replacement/refund via Amazon and seller, but I'm not holding my breath.
Most of that is older construction before building codes updated. The sockets can be left as is if the sockets were installed before. Here in NY that building code updated to the ground prong should be placed so it is on the top in 2019.
@@MrMega200 So your sockets are installed upside down in new installations? In California sockets can still be installed either way as long as the polarity is correct. Sideways is also acceptable.
I would have mounted it above the couch line, but below the cushion extended area. That way you could easily reach it on the couch, but the wire and it would be out of straight on view.
...it's an extension cord/power strip. I guess it's not too expensive for two of them with the low profile feature, I think I paid $15 for two with a low profile on Amazon. They have indents in the back for mounting with screws into the wall which is the set up I have after command strips didn't do the job holding it up. It seems like screws in the wall is the way to go since the 3M adhesive they used here didn't work too well.
This would be nice for like an obstructed plug behind a couch or something since it has a flat plug-in that plugs into your existing outlet and it doesn’t look much different than like a normal wall outlet so it’s better than like an extension cord that’s going to be visible and can get messy looking
Some days I feel incredibly stupid that I, too, could have invented an extension cord with double-sided tape on it.
Well it's because most would think it is stupid but, marketing works wonders.
If only someone could have thought of this years ago... 😐.... Kinda like a powerboard with 3M tape on the back... But not ... 😅
The name is just for branding I suppose. It does have a flatter profiled plug than regular extensions do so it works well for what it's supposed to be used for which is just extension for sockets in cramped locations.
The extension cords do have holes for the purpose of affixing them. In fact, I have one mounted on my microwave cart. I mounted one on my tv stand. I might get this (or an extension cord) to mount on our headboard for easier charger access.
I don't really see the difference between this and dozens of other extensions being sold.
Except this comes with 3M tape already attached 🤷♂️
3M tape already attached for 3 to 10x the cost depending on what extension cord you buy. I would honestly say the bottom of the barrel $3-5 ones that have 2 outlets on one side and 1 on the other side that have a hole at the top that you could hang it on a nail would be just as functional with an extra plug but missing the USB at 1/10th the price, but lets be fair I wouldn't trust a built in USB plug on an extension cable without a surge protector anyways in which case you can get a 4-6 plug surge protector with 2 USB plugs for half the price if you need to get a surge protector anyways and seeing as the packaging said nothing about it being a surge protector I have a feeling they skimped on that to make as much profit for as little cost as possible because most people wouldn't think about that and would just assume that a USB port is a USB port.
I am not saying the product is bad, I am just saying it is way way over priced for not even having any protection built into the product at all, if it was $30 for 2 plugs with 2 USB ports all behind a surge protector, then fine it would only cost double the price to look "prettier", but no protection it is probably closer to 4-5x the cost to look "prettier" which is insane markup.
Idk it being shaped more like an outlet and being mounted more slid makes a difference. Sticking an extension cord to the wall looks tacky and needing two hands to plug anything in is less ideal
Yeah, my first thought was a glorified extension cord with a multiplug attached.
@@Gkitchens1 Screw on or tape a damn powerbar with a surge protector to the wall
This is a shity extension cord that has less functionality than a normal powerbar.
In my day we called those extension cords and they were under 5 bucks..
next you're gonna tell me a snuggie is just a blanket. stop it
That's what it looks like, lol😂
@@clipsedrag13 more like a backwards robe
Thank you!! I thought I don’t know how much they are but with a four ft cord you might as well get a surge protector.
That was exactly my thought, get an extension cord or a surge protector with the same rating, stick a command strip on the back. done.
2 ports is a little annoying considering there are 10 port power strips with surge protectors for a similar price.
Exactly what I was thinking!
@@wrinklesandsprinkles Yep. Not sure I would trust plugging my Laptop, phone, camera or any expensive tech in some as seen on tv thing.
Yup why wouldn't you just double side tape up an actual surge protector rather than using this POS
@@huskers1278 I double side tape my power strips to the sides of book cases. Then use them as battery charging stations for my cameras, lights and microphones. Works great
My thought exactly!!!
I'd take a power strip over that. More plugs and surge protection.
$4.48 for an extension cord. Twice as long, more outlets.
I doubt the Presto Plug could withstand the rigors of plugging in and unplugging a lamp or whatever.
I have those all over my apartment. They're called extension cords, which you can get on Amazon for a lot less than $32.
Not to mention you can get surge protectors for $10-15 that come with USB ports that allow you to securely mount it to the wall with keyhole slots for wall anchors. Not to mention you get more power sockets and USB ports for less while also giving you some surge protection.
@@MrMega200 UK has it better and safer. Extension leads are fused. Surged and all, have switches on each outlet
It is a bit more expensive if you want the low profile wall plug and surge protection on your power strip but still probably cheaper than this.
I agree with others. Just add a Command strip to an extension cord or surge protector, and “presto” you’re not paying $15 per unit.
Free with Fee means they charge you shipping and handling within the Fee. The As Seen On TV places sell 2 units for $40 (20 times 2) which equates to the 33 percent average markup stores make on most products.
The illusion of getting something free sells stuff. Over price it in the first place, charge a fee for the second one, and so you move 2 items instead of one. In warehousing there is a term called turns. It speaks about the spped at which something comes in an goes out. Sometimes "velocity" is used for rapid turns. This can hepl you get financing. I'm a retired software dude. We did a lot in logistics.
Don't even need the command strip, many surge protectors have mounting options on the back, usually in the form of tack holes in the back
Great for home owners. My apartment lease has a noo holes in wall lause that is iron clad. :(
@@crankshaft3612 back in the 90s it was different though like it wouldn't be two of the same product it would be two different products. Like if you buy a chef Tony's microwave you get the chopper for free.
So… it’s an extension cord. Groundbreaking stuff.
Oh ah!😮😒
This is the most thorough review of an extension cord I've ever seen
When I built my place I put all the outlets at waist height. LOVE IT.
With a 4ft cord, you might as well get a surge protector!
I think a power strip would give you more for your money. Also, the USB B ports are on their way to becoming outdated as new devices will want USB C ports.
Seriously, I have an APC power strip that is great quality, cost me about $35, and has I think 12 outlets on it. It's big but it stays securely on my wall with 6 2-inch 3M command strips, so I'm even using it in the same fashion that this product is used. $20 for what is basically just a 2-outlet power strip is insane.
Type A is still prevalent enough that the majority of people have more type A to C cables than C to C. Imo type A ports end up often being far more convenient for charging things. Considering that that the majority of small electronics like bluetooth speakers and similar still come with either type A standard to micro or type A to C cables, it'll be quite a good amount of time before type C really takes over.
@@SkeleTonHammer well in your situation you don't even need the command strips for the surge protector as the vast majority of surge protectors come with mounting holes for a standard plastic wall anchor plus screw that would take easily 50-75 pounds of pressure with two of them or just use wood screws where a wall stud is. But of course I understand using the command strips to avoid patching up the wall when you want to remove or relocate it.
This is a gimmicky gadget. It is very expensive to have only 2 outlets. Also it falling down in a couple of days is not good, set a phone of tablet on it if it is located on Wall in a room with tile floor, gadgets will crack! I would use just a simple multi-outlet in an extension cord. In this video it would be easy to keep a regular extension cord just on top of that couch, it would be hidden behind the pillow tops and easily transferred to another wall outlet. If this outlet had a hole to be used to screw on a wall it might be a little more secure for using the top for phone ot tablet resting place for charging. I doubt I would use this extension outlet attached to wall by 3m strips even if I received it free, it looks kind of stupid when set higher on the wall. Not worth of getting at that price.
@@1lmp1 falling off the wall has more to do with the surface it's attached to. Though screw mount option would be best if there are concerns.
New product review from the best channel and reviewer on UA-cam. Keep up the great work James
AGREED!!!
I've seen these a lot in the sound engineering biz, they're called "drops" and you can get them anywhere..just without the adhesive and generally with 4 outlets. 👍
In South Africa we call them Extensions... Pretty common here actually.
That is why I love the wall boxes made of plastic. I can us ouplers to make a outlet box 4 boxes wide with a 30 amp cord and an industrial plug. Left of my first wall box is a two oulet box with an Amp meter Now I can see my load.
0:18 I absolutely LOVE the old school kinds of videos. The multi-review videos are awesome, too, but the good ole single reviews still hit differently. Much love brother! - Vincent R. and the kids from West Virginia
me too, feels like it's been a while since I've clicked one of his videos and I think this may be why.
I have to agree. This channel is more useful to me as a resource or reference source. It might be months or years before I look for a review of an extension cord or extendable dish rack, and I like to have the product name in the title, so I can easily search for individual products.
I like all his videos.
They reinvented the extension cord 🤣
I literally do this with power strips that have 6 ft cords and usb built in, and use those exact velcro adhesive strips so i don't damage the wall unlike that built in one would. A little ingenuity would yield a superior product for cheaper or at least the same price.
I feel like this would be great for an office space. You can use the desk to hide the wires and stick it to the side or under it, maybe even behind a monitor so you have easy access to a plug for chargers and other things. I actually mounted a surge strip in the corner under my desk to I have east access to it.
I am a BIG fan of this concept! I have POTS, a medical condition that makes it difficult and sometimes even dangerous to bend down. My husband and I have already decided we want all of our outlets at about 2/3 of the way down from the ceiling. We will place them there when we build, and possibly even have them moved in this house as well. This product is a great solution to have until our outlets are moved.
Lots of places enforece the code that says outlets must be at least 3 feet above the floor. This is for child safety. Depends when your building (house) was built.
@@crankshaft3612 As far as I know there is no code like that in the US. All houses I have seen built in the last 20 years have the outlets very near the floors. I would love that code to be enforced here! It just makes sense.
I think this is a great product for older folks or seniors. It's harder for them to bend down or reach back behind the furniture to plug stuff in.
It's not great if it falls off the walls... Relocate outlets properly.
I hate adhesive, but renters might love it. I think the main selling point on this item for me is the USB ports. Being a tech savvy family, we had a massive power strip installed along the wall for all our electronics. Unused spots have plastic covers/inserts.
I think to relocate behind the couch plugs would be good, and then to be fair nobody is going to leave a iPad there for 2-3 days it’s meant to hold the device while is charging which is 1-2 hours and it far exceeded that.
Yeah, I was thinking that too. How many people are really leaving an ipad charging for days at a time, and also at a random outlet not near a table or something?
Actually you are not being fair The Cleaner. Perhaps people are not leaving a tablet or phone on the little charging self but I think it only proves how poor the outlet really is. Just have children plugging and unplugging a tablet to this outlet multiple times, it certainly will fall down faster thsn 2 days, even with gentle pushing and pulling of cords. It WILL fall. Just get a regular extension cord.
@@1lmp1 I suppose but kids shouldn’t be plugging anything in and out anyway
I would use the Velcro command strips so it doesn’t stick to the wall forever. I also like my Kasa power strips I bought that have more plugs and USB ports and long cords. Plus I can control them with my phone.
i think one of the best uses of this is when you have a plug behind the bed, couch or desk. because it has the USB charging plugs, it's good to have it accessable so you can get to it.
We have an outlet under our queen bed and it’s a bi#ch to reach. A 6 space power surge protector strip works fine.
I know that here in the UK nearly all extension cords have holes in the back for mounting onto walls...
Who is this product even for
Foolish people who like to waste your money.
I think fitting a plug socket yourself costs as much as this product.
Yes, extension cords have mounting holes but not everyone wants to drill holes in their walls. Extension cords are light enough to stick to the walls with tape and cheaper than the presto plug
@@Ryanrulesok
Exactly, you could even just buy some velcro.
Who wants to do the maths on an extension cord and some 3m mounting tape...
A power strip is still in my opinion a better option as you can make it really secure with screws as most have screw mounting holes on the back.
Hi James. I have seen a lot of 3 prong outlets in the US installed with the ground contact on top. Electricians I have asked about it say it is safer that way as when the outlet is low on the wall the ground lead woud be encountered first. Probably a minor fee to have a local eletrician come and turn an outlet over.
I just bought an extension cord not terribly different than this (longer cord, more plugs) and used command strips (3, spread out) to adhere it to a wall to hold a couple of wireless doorbells. That worked well. I use command strips for many things.
This looks like a convenient solution though. Thanks.
Surge protector does the same thing and you can get those with a 6'+ cord, more than 2 outlets, more than 2 USB ports, and mount with drywall anchors...it isnt likely to fall anytime soon.
Yeah, I tried mounting an extension cord with command strips and it didn't do well but now it's mounted with drywall anchors and screws. Mich better than this.
Yes. I have surge protectors with the same features. I give this a meh.
It's a glorified extension cord. You can get a heavy duty power strip with 8 outlets that you can attach to the wall for $20.
I just have an Anker power strip/surge protector that I plugged into the outlet behind our couch. I just rest the power strip on the back of the couch, on the little ledge behind the cushions. Gives me way more outlets if I need them, plus the USB connections, and it's only noticeable if you're looking for it!
I think this is best used in bathroom situations. I don't know about anyone else but if I run into an inconvenient wall outlet situation, it's almost always in a bathroom. Adhesive and moisture don't mix, so I wouldn't waste my money but gosh I wish this concept would come out so people could actually screw the thing to the wall instead. Great review!
Check your local codes! Often there are regulations about how close an outlet can be to wet areas. Even GFCI outlets. Have soebody who is qualified test the safety at you end on the extension.
I think this could be fairly useful to wheelchair users or people with mobility problems.
I have had to get a bunch of power strips for just this reason. Outlets are always behind something too heavy to move, etc. My family says "You are in a wheelchair. You don't need to plug stuff in." My replay, "It's my feet that are missing. Not my brain." Diabeties sucks. It rots the brain of folks around you.
It is unsafe to promote adding a full 15 amp set of outlets from a sketch outlet extender. The fact is you never know if the wattage drawn from these extensions will exceed what the breaker is designed for. Without advertising a gauge that is capable of this likely could result in outlets melting or worse.
I absolutely agree with you! These extensions are hazardous!
2:29 I don’t know what I did to deserve the middle finger but I love the reviews! 😂
I'm glad I'm not the only one who caught that🖕
Dude, there’s a reason those outlets are down and generally out of sight. 😝 And this is an “As seen on TV” product so of course it doesn’t live up to the hype. That’s one reason why your videos are so awesome, we still want to believe and sometimes, admittedly rarely, but sometimes these things actually live up to the adverts. Keep the videos coming, and thanks.
First off great video. Always love the honest reviews. I'm from New York but recently moved to vegas about 3 years ago. The thing I noticed is the walls in Vegas (which I assume is where you are) is that they're textured so things tend to not stick as well. Where as in ny the walls are very smooth or even covered in wallpaper which those plugs would stick so well on. Either way I think the product is almost gag worthy besides very specific needs. There's always extension cords.
Textured wall affects the holding capability of COMMAND STRIPS as I had the same experience with other items.
This article is now available in germany and it has some.differences. the cable is thick. It can work up until 3680 watts. And the plug is also thick and not sideways. Like a standard plug. Wonder ifts because of the strict laws here.... ? .. youre channel is one of my favourite ones to watch 😊
After you put the command strip on the wall you should take the second half (,outlet) down to let the strip cure on the wall.
3m say you have to clean the wall firm before add the strip on the wall
I think I would love this. We have baseboard heating and all the plugs in the worst places. I'd run it along the heater to a good spot.
Make sure the heater does not get the extension too warm.
Heaters on extension leads? DON'T DO THAT! It's a FIRE-HAZARD!
MIddle finger to the audience at 2:29, lol
I like the placement at the end on top of the baseboard, I would probably attach it there too if I were to get it. Great video as always 😊
The Moment I Saw the thumbnail I knew it was just a extension cord designed to look like an outlet. So unique and original. And extension cord. Wow.
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I bought one like it for travel. Turns one plug by bed in hotel/airport into 2 plus 2 usb chargers. Mine was like 20 bucks. Worth it for me.
For my parents house I bought a plug that goes into outlets with no cord and has 2 plugs and 2 usb plugs. Turns the one outlet by the couch into 2 and lets them both charge their phones with fast charging. Pretty good for 12 bucks.
You should upgrade to Tripp Lite or Anker portable surge protectors. I own the Tripp Lite one. You get 3 AC sockets and USB ports. Anker is a good idea as well with some quick charging options over USB for your phones. Not to mention both of those have lifetime connected device insurances that activate when you register them in the case when they don't protect your devices you can get paid out for the value of your devices.
@@MrMega200 I have an anker cube block. 2 outlets, 2 USB chargers and 1 USB C charger.
I made something like this out of electrical parts (outlets, boxes) and an extension cord, unfortunately it doesn't have USB ports. I'm going to make a larger one with four maybe six outlets and a switch with pilot light.
It’s an extension lead!! Here in the UK we have them all over the place and don’t stick them to the walls. 4ft long is useless too, I use 10mtr long ones regularly.
It's basically just the next step in extension cords, plug it in and the other end goes where you want it and powers something. All they have really done is stick and extension cord on the wall with adhesive. That doesn't make it a bad idea though, but they need a better mount than weak or wall damaging adhesive. I have an outlet dead center behind a couch I never use, I would buy one of these if it had a longer cord that say stowed excess away in the back.
Great review , I’ve watched a lot of your review videos and you have done a superb performance every time . I was really diggin this review until I saw your Al Bundy 4 touchdowns in a single game shirt and that got my attention more than anything I love that shirt. I have to get one now, I came here for the outlet review and was sold on a shirt.
I use a similar type device. Mine has a longer cord, but no sticky adhesive. I‘ve used it for years to allow me to use the plug that is beneath my bed that would otherwise be useless. I just leave mine on the floor against the wall. The cord length might be 6 feet long. I bought it in Walmart years ago for roughly $20.
IMO, this is good and compact Outlet extension for hard to get to behind bed Outlet, you could just lay directly on the bed and charge his and her phone overnight, not being big and bulky like a multi plug surge protector. I like it.
The secret to fees and shipping costs is that they cover the cost of manufacture and shipping. The ‘price of the unit is all profit. If you return the unit for a refund, they still covered the cost of the unit and just lost the profit. Now you know the secret of "as seen on TV" type gadgets…
This is more up your alley. However, like others have noted, you can get a surge protector for around $10 from Wal-Mart or Target. Command strips can hold a decent amount of weight and are more easily removable, especially if you get the velcro strips. Not only that, a surge protector is better for plugging in expensive electronics such as any Apple product. I'm not sure what Presto is trying to accomplish with this. Also, that "separate fee" for the free outlet is supposedly for shipping, but is really just to cheat people out of money.
Your lamp is the biggest sim eject tool I’ve ever seen lol
Overpriced extension cord. I purchased an extension cord with 2 usb ports and 4 plugs for $18 at Walmart. Add a command strip and TADA!, it could be stuck to the wall. I suppose if you like the look of a wall outlet this is a pretty good option. Thanks for your time, I love watching your reviews.
I say better options are out there. Sweet lamp though! May I ask where I can pick one up? The lamp not the outlet.
2:00 I wonder why they wouldn't go with command strips. 3M makes Comand strips so they might have been able to get a deal to show off the ability of command strips to hold large items. I see at 3:40 you used command strips. gues great minds think alike.
And this is why I just use regular power strips. After all, almost all of them have screw cutouts so I can hang them on my wall where I want them and not really damage a large area of paint when it's time to move them. Not only that, I get more than 4 outlets for less money!
That Ed Bundy t-shirt is hilarious. He is his own hero.
I found short extension cords with flat swiveling plugs. They were a set of three and they’re cheap. Went to order another set and I only got one for the same price as the three. Returned. They were perfect for accessing outlets behind heavy furniture.
I have no use for this product as we do not have US Sockets over here. But i just had to compliment the choice of the lamp! I love it!
Freakin' Reviews 06:36 do the prongs rotate in the plastic adapter? I've seen plugs that do that.
Looks like very helpful product, I know a couple places in my house I could use it.
Great that it's UL listed or has passed a UL test. Using command strips is a good idea.
I would use the heavy-duty strips.
I didn't think UL listed was hard to get. My understanding is that if they want to sell in certain countries they have to get it
But I do agree, it seems super handy, I could totally use it to finish a headboard project that has been unfinished for years....
This is my opinion, I guess, but a power strip/surge protector works just as good, or better. They come in all types of configurations: with/without USB plugs, different numbers of plug outlets, different shapes (double row rectangle, single row rectangle, multi-sided cubes, vertical tabletop box, etc), different cord lengths, etc etc etc. Most, depending on the shape, can be wall mounted. Screws are most often used (which actually clean up nicer than permanent adhesive- small dab of drywall putty vs redoing the wall's surface!). And the final kicker? You get surge protection AND the ability to shut the entire strip off if desired.
Oh! And now they even have smart power strips, where each outlet can be turned on or off via phone, remote, or Alexa/Google voice commands.
And what if you got a power strip or surge protector that just doesn't have a long enough cord? Just use an additional extension cord. They come in all colors today: orange, yellow, green, brown, black, white, beige....
I just can't justify this outlet. It really isn't much more than a 2-plug power strip with an extension cord and no surge protection. For the same price, or just a little more, you can get something way better and more practical.... that won't ruin your walls.
The reason the plug is facing like that on the packaging, is because the ground aka the third hole is suppose to be at the top, so if something hits the outlet the grounding feature will work. just an fyi ^^
It's an extension chord with some 3M double sided tape on it. Your adhesive test was a test of the 3M tape, not the extension chord/power strip. Seems a bit pricey to me. I mean, we've been screwing power strips to the wall for decades. More outlets on them.
Uhhh...Isn' this thing basically an extension cord that you can mount on the wall!? You can use a surge protector for the same thing!
While I may not always agree with your conclusions, what I love about this channel is that I get enough information to make good, informed decisions about whether the product will be of benefit to me, personally, regardless of what others may think.
Great work!
We love 1 product. No problem with a thorough testing that only you can dream up best!
The sole gimmick of this power cord is that you can attach it to the wall with an adhesive back. However the lack of option in attaching to the wall such as screw mounting makes the thing just another extension cord at a higher cost.
Man I also hope to make big bucks one day by reinventing the something like extention cord!
That lamp is the real star of the show! Super cool, where did you get it!?!
Part of the problem sticking to the wall probably was the textured wall. But a bigger problem is when you put a wide adhesive patch on the back of a hollow plastic box, you can't apply even pressure to the middle of the patch. A better solution for things like this is a mounting plate that can be pressed to the wall better and then the box slides onto the plate.
Hey James! Just wanted to say I love your videos 😄
Excellent idea for elderly, people like myself with mobility and balance difficulties it brings outlet up to a better height reduces fall risk.
As this is not being made for disability market it is, a more reasonable price.
I can guarantee if someone did similiar product marketed as Elderly/Disabled folk save money getting outlets moved use this it will help reduce falls etc it would be priced 3 to 5 times, as high.
It seems like using command strips with a standard power strip / surge protector would offer more usability and cost less
Tried something like Blu-Tack. I have seen folks use this tuff to stiick a spinning hard drive into a computer case. I bought a bunch of that suff. They have to repaint every apartment wihen somebody moves out. No holes in walls so screw the paint.
I purchased a couple of these and I have two complaints. My first one is the plug for the outlet. It should have had one of those rotating plugs instead of their non-rotatable ones. My second one is I discovered the hard way. The next day after installing the outlet relocator, I plugged my vacuum cleaner into it and it worked for maybe 2 seconds before the thing blew and now I can’t use it. Apparently, you shouldn’t plug anything like vacuum cleaners into it.
Wait... were you wearing Bugle merch??? I love that show!
So...It's a power bar with a sticker on it. Really innovative. Not saying it useless but a power bar or extension cord will do the same thing (and yes you can get one with USB plugins as well as angled plug). ~Congratulations! you've invented the power bar with a sticker.~
Yes, it's always "We'll throw in a second one for FREE! (muffled) just pay a separate fee...or just pay additional shipping" 😆
i love these videos, thank you for being the only one making theses kinds of videos
Don't let this distract you from the fact that in 1966, Al Bundy scored four touchdowns in a single game while playing for the Polk High School Panthers in the 1966 city championship game versus Andrew Johnson High School, including the game-winning touchdown in the final seconds against his old nemesis, "Spare Tire" Dixon.
Or you can buy a surge protector with a longer cord. it does all this and acts as insurance for any devices downstream of it
I have something like this in my bathroom but it had proper screw holes for mounting that I'm really happy with
I don't see how this is any different then a standard power strip which often come with integrated USB ports and more then two outlets.
Those strips usually have holes specifically for mounting on the wall, so it's the same idea.
The whole "phone holder" thing is of very limited use, I don't think most people want to rest their phone like that.
I have a 6 outlet serge protector that has a 15ft cord. It can also hang on the wall with command strips.
Outlet. Relocator.
It's like if Tesla made an extention cord but were too pretentious to call it that.
It’s not a terrible idea, but it’s essentially a stylish power strip with USB ports. I imagine there’s no surge protector either.
What is the capacity of the USB coverter that is buil in? That could get overloaded and catch fire too.
@@crankshaft3612 That sounds like a great question.
I think they have the outlet showing just to illustrate the functionality, not because you should install it that way.
I could totally see using this in a kitchen for those certain appliances with short cords and just not mounting it maybe.
I got almost eight minutes through this video before I comprehended the magnificence of James' T-shirt.
POLK HIGH!
I like the shorter 8-10min videos. Can watch them whilst waiting on phn calls, waiting for someone to duck into a shop or during a lunch break ect. I don't have to commit half an hour to watch a review or get half way through a video and have to stop. 😁
As others have already pointed out, this is little more than an over priced extension cord. I've been doing essentially the same things around my house for years, with the exact product I use depending upon my needs in that area of my house. For example, if I only need to plug in 2 prong (lower power) devices, I may even use a cheap cord I bought at the dollar store. However, if I need high power 3 prog outlets, I'll either get a heavy duty cord (what's sometimes called an appliance extension cord) or power strip from the hardware store (more expensive than the dollar store option, but still cheaper than this gimmicky device). And when I say "high power", I mean it (for example my home microwave's cord didn't quite reach the plug I wanted to use, so I just spent around $8 at my local Menards hardware store for a few foot long heavy duty 3-prog extension cord and just use that extension between the microwave and the wall plug). As for USB charging (the other "feature" of the device you reviewed), that's easily handled wherever needed. Not only do many power strips (and mutli-plugs) have USB charging built-in these days, but you can also cheaply (as in under $5/each, if you hunt around) get USB chargers that plug into the power outlet of your choice.
And as others have pointed out, you can mount a power strip to the wall if you really want to (I usually don't bother). And unlike the device you reviewed, the power strip will likely give you more outlets, come with a power strip on/off switch (which may or may not be useful to you depending upon your exact use case), and many also include a built-in overload circuit breaker (in case you ever draw too many watts from things plugged into that power strip). And since many power strips now also provide USB charging, the only thing the reviewed device gives you (that the cheaper power strip doesn't also provide) is a slightly nicer appearance in your house. So if you feel the extra cost is "worth it" for the appearance, that's your choice. As for me, I personally don't find power strips to be that ugly, so I'll stick with cheaper (and often more functional) power extension options vs shelling out the extra money for this "As Seen on TV" option.
It's just a fancy extension cable. They make extension cables with USB ports and like four more outlets on them for the same price.
Had been using the Presto Plug for a few weeks to plug the lights in from my Year-round lighted Christmas tree. It provided the length I needed to more easily plug and unplug. However, this past Saturday, I plugged my tree lights in......nothing. Tried both receptacles......nothing. When I went to unplug the lights, I found that the plug literally could rock back and forth in both sockets. Have tried plugging other appliances in since with similar result. Will inquire about replacement/refund via Amazon and seller, but I'm not holding my breath.
Interesting info: three prong outlets should be installed with the third prong on top but for what ever reason it gets installed upside down.
Most of that is older construction before building codes updated. The sockets can be left as is if the sockets were installed before. Here in NY that building code updated to the ground prong should be placed so it is on the top in 2019.
@@MrMega200 So your sockets are installed upside down in new installations? In California sockets can still be installed either way as long as the polarity is correct. Sideways is also acceptable.
So it's a 2-outlet surge strip. This is better than the standard 5 or 6 outlet surge strip?
I would have mounted it above the couch line, but below the cushion extended area. That way you could easily reach it on the couch, but the wire and it would be out of straight on view.
...it's an extension cord/power strip. I guess it's not too expensive for two of them with the low profile feature, I think I paid $15 for two with a low profile on Amazon. They have indents in the back for mounting with screws into the wall which is the set up I have after command strips didn't do the job holding it up. It seems like screws in the wall is the way to go since the 3M adhesive they used here didn't work too well.
2:29
He just subtly gave us the finger.
This would be nice for like an obstructed plug behind a couch or something since it has a flat plug-in that plugs into your existing outlet and it doesn’t look much different than like a normal wall outlet so it’s better than like an extension cord that’s going to be visible and can get messy looking