YISHU 6 Ft Surge Protector Power Strip - 8 Widely Outlets with 4 USB Ports, 3 Side Outlet Extender with 6 Feet Extension Cord, Flat Plug, Wall Mount, Desk USB Charging Station, ETL,White

A compact way to tame a messy outlet

In my office, one wall outlet has to feed a standing desk, two monitors, a laptop dock, a desk lamp, a label printer, and a phone charger. A typical strip either blocks neighboring outlets or forces a tangle of wall-warts to compete for space. The YISHU surge protector solved the layout problem first, and then surprised me with a few thoughtful touches that make it easy to live with.

Design and build

This is a three-sided power strip with eight AC outlets arranged around the edges. The 3-side layout sounds cosmetic, but it materially improves usability: big plugs and small power bricks can coexist without covering adjacent sockets. The spacing is generous—larger than standard strips—so I can plug in chunky adapters for my dock and label printer without resorting to short extension pigtails.

The casing feels solid with no flex or creak, and the footprint is modest, about the size of a paperback laid flat. The power cord is 6 feet, flexible enough to snake behind furniture, and terminates in a 45-degree flat plug that sits close to the wall. On my duplex outlet, the angled plug leaves the second receptacle accessible, which is exactly what you want behind a couch or desk. Two keyhole slots on the back make it easy to mount under a desk or on a wall; more on that below.

There’s a single rocker that doubles as an on/off switch and reset for the overload protector. An indicator light confirms power. The light is small and not overly bright, which I appreciate when the strip is visible in a bedroom or studio.

USB and USB-C ports: capable, not cutting-edge

On the charging front, you get four USB ports: three USB-A ports up to 5V/2.4A each and one USB-C port up to 5V/3A, with a shared total output of 4.2A across all USB ports. In practice, this means:

• One device on the USB-C port charges at up to 15W (excellent for phones, earbuds, small tablets).
• Multiple devices share the 4.2A pool, so each charges a bit more slowly as you add more devices.
• There’s no USB Power Delivery or Quick Charge at higher voltages; this is 5V-only.

That last point matters. If your phone or tablet fast-charges using 9V or 12V PD/QC standards, expect normal (not fast) charging here. For overnight charging of phones, headphones, and accessories, the built-in USB is convenient and reduces the need for separate wall chargers. For laptops and high-speed phone charging, you’ll still want a dedicated PD charger.

Real-world power distribution

With eight AC outlets and the USB bank, this strip can service a whole desk or entertainment nook. During testing, I had it driving:

• A height-adjustable desk motor
• Two 27-inch monitors
• A laptop dock (through its own PSU)
• A desk lamp
• A label printer
• An audio interface
• A phone and earbuds via USB

No audible coil whine, no heat buildup beyond mildly warm to the touch, and no intermittent dropouts even when the desk motor kicked in. The internal overload protection tripped once when I briefly added a small space heater for curiosity’s sake—exactly the behavior you want. This is not intended for high-wattage appliances like heaters, microwaves, or air conditioners; stick to electronics and small peripherals.

Surge protection and safety

It’s ETL certified and rated at 600 joules. That’s a reasonable baseline for everyday protection against minor surges and spikes, especially in areas with stable power. If you’re safeguarding pricey gear (gaming PC, home theater) or live where storms and power irregularities are common, consider a higher-joule protector or a UPS for your primary setup, and use this YISHU unit for secondary zones (charging stations, office peripherals, bedroom gadgets).

The overload switch is accessible and resets cleanly. The unit also advertises short-circuit, over-current, over-voltage, and overheat protections. I didn’t experience any nuisance trips under normal loads. Note that there’s no coax or Ethernet surge protection, and that’s fine for most desk and living-room scenarios.

Mounting and cable management

The two keyhole slots on the back are spaced properly and hold the strip securely once you set your screw heads to the right depth. If you’ve never mounted one, a quick tip:

• Measure center-to-center spacing on the strip’s keyholes.
• Mark and install two screws with heads protruding slightly.
• Hook the strip and press down to lock.

Mounted under my desk, it stays put when toggling the power switch or inserting a tight plug. The 6-foot cord reaches comfortably from a wall outlet to the center of a large desk without an extension. The flat plug is especially useful behind sofas or media consoles where you can’t afford the extra inch a straight plug requires.

My unit also included a small hook-and-loop strap on the cord, which helped tidy the excess length. It’s a minor thing, but it keeps the install clean.

Daily ergonomics

A few quality-of-life notes from day-to-day use:

• The three-sided layout means I can glance and see open outlets from multiple angles, rather than stacking everything in a single row.
• The rocker switch has a decisive feel and is not so easy to bump accidentally, even with foot traffic near the unit.
• The outlet grip is strong enough to hold heavier power bricks without sagging or gradual loosening.
• The indicator light is visible but not distracting in low light.
• No smell or off-gassing out of the box, and the plastic surface resists scuffs and cleans easily.

What it’s great at, and where it falls short

Strengths:
- Excellent outlet spacing and three-sided design prevent blocked plugs
- Practical 6-foot cord with a low-profile, 45-degree flat plug
- Built-in USB is convenient for phones and accessories
- ETL certification and a sensible safety feature set
- Easy wall/under-desk mounting

Trade-offs:
- USB is 5V-only; no Power Delivery or Quick Charge for high-speed charging
- 600-joule surge rating is modest; fine for peripherals, not ideal as primary protection for expensive gear
- No Ethernet/coax pass-through (not a deal-breaker for a desk strip)
- Not intended for high-wattage appliances

Who should use it

• Home offices and study desks that need many outlets in tight spaces
• Nightstands or living-room end tables where USB charging replaces wall bricks
• Dorm rooms and small apartments where one wall outlet must serve many devices
• Under-desk installs where a flat plug and mounting holes keep things tidy

If you need USB-C PD at 20–65W for laptops or rapid phone charging, pair this with a separate PD charger. If you’re building surge protection for a premium PC or AV stack, consider a higher-joule unit or a UPS for the main gear and use the YISHU for auxiliary devices.

Final thoughts and recommendation

The YISHU surge protector gets the fundamentals right: intelligent outlet spacing, a compact footprint, a flat plug that actually solves a problem, and enough USB to power everyday accessories without a tangle of chargers. Performance has been stable under mixed loads, heat is minimal, and the safety features behave as they should.

I recommend it as a versatile, space-efficient power strip for desks, bedside setups, and small entertainment areas. It’s especially good if you’ve been frustrated by blocked outlets on traditional strips. Just go in with clear expectations on the USB capabilities (5V-only) and the modest surge rating, and you’ll find it a dependable, tidy upgrade for everyday power management.