HANYCONY Surge Protector Power Strip - HANYCONY 8 Outlets 4 USB (2 USB C) Charging Ports, Multi Plug Outlet Extender, 5Ft Braided Extension Cord, Flat Plug Wall Mount Desk Charging Station for Home Office ETL

Why I picked up this power strip

I set out to tidy a home office corner that had morphed into a jumble of wall warts, laptop bricks, and dangling phone chargers. I wanted a compact strip that could handle multiple bulky plugs, add some USB charging, and still give me basic surge protection. The Hanycony power strip looked like a fit on paper: eight AC outlets arranged on three sides, four USB charging ports (two of them USB‑C), a flat right‑angle plug, and a 5‑foot braided cord. After several weeks under my desk and a short stint behind a living‑room console, here’s how it performed.

Design and build

This is a sturdier strip than its low profile suggests. The flame‑retardant PC housing feels rigid with no flex or creak when squeezed, and the braided 5‑foot cord strikes a nice balance between pliable and tough. The flat, right‑angle plug is genuinely slim; I could push a cabinet almost flush to the wall without pinching the cord, and the orientation is smart enough that it doesn’t block the lower receptacle on a duplex wall outlet.

The overall footprint is compact for an eight‑outlet unit, and the three‑sided layout keeps cords from piling up in one direction. A lighted main rocker switch doubles as a resettable breaker, and a “Protected” indicator confirms the surge components are active. Fit and finish are tidy—no sharp mold lines or rattly switches.

Outlet layout: small detail, big win

The layout is the star here. The eight AC outlets are widely spaced—about 2.2 inches between centers—and distributed around three faces. In practice, that meant I could plug in two chunky laptop bricks and a camera charger without sacrificing neighboring sockets. On a single‑face strip, those would have blanked half the row.

I used it two ways: flat on the floor with cables spreading in different directions, and mounted vertically along the back edge of a desk. Both setups worked because plugs didn’t all collide in a single plane. This seems minor until you’ve wrestled with a cluster of oversized adapters; the three‑sided design just reduces friction day to day.

USB charging: useful, with clear limits

The four onboard USB ports simplify life, especially for accessories and phones. Two ports are USB‑A and two are USB‑C. Important caveat: these are 5‑volt ports without USB Power Delivery. That means no fast‑charge at 9V/12V profiles; they top out at standard 5V rates. Hanycony rates the USB‑C ports up to 5V/3A individually, but the total combined USB output shares a 5V/3.1A (15.5W) budget. In real use:

• A single phone or headphones charge just fine at typical “standard” speeds.
• Two phones together charge comfortably, though each will divvy up the available current.
• A tablet will charge, but not at the faster PD rates most iPads and many Android tablets support.
• Laptops will not fast‑charge here; use the laptop’s own charger.

I tested with a mix of phones, earbuds, and an e‑reader, and didn’t observe heat buildup or power dropouts. For overnight or desktop top‑ups, it’s convenient. If you expect USB‑C PD at 20–30W or higher, this isn’t that.

Surge protection and safety

This strip is ETL listed and RoHS compliant, and includes MOV‑based surge protection with a minimum 1080‑joule rating. That’s adequate for routine line spikes and brownouts, especially in office or dorm environments. For mission‑critical gear or areas prone to major storms, I generally look for higher joule ratings and/or layered protection (whole‑home surge plus a beefier strip). There’s an integrated circuit breaker tied to the main switch, and the “Protected” LED offers at‑a‑glance reassurance that the surge components are still intact. As with any MOV‑based protector, once it has absorbed enough surges, it quietly degrades—treat that indicator as your cue for replacement if it ever goes dark.

The housing is flame‑retardant, rated to 1382°F, which is becoming standard but still welcome. There’s no audible hum or switch buzz, and the indicator lights are visible but not glaring in a dark room.

Mounting and cord management

Two keyhole slots on the back make wall or desk mounting straightforward. Lining up screws is the usual bit of trial and error, but once it’s on, it’s secure. I mounted it under a standing desk and appreciated how the braided cord resists kinking and doesn’t scuff against edges. Five feet of cord is enough for most desks and entertainment centers; if your outlet is across the room, look for a longer‑cord model, but for typical setups this hits the sweet spot between reach and clutter.

The flat plug deserves another shout. In older homes with tight furniture clearances, the low profile and right‑angle strain relief kept the cord out of the way and prevented the lower receptacle from being blocked.

Day‑to‑day use

With a laptop, monitor, lamp, dock, speaker, and a rotating cast of chargers, the strip handled a busy workday without complaint. The wide spacing meant I never had to play adapter Tetris, and having USB on the strip reduced the number of bricks I kept on the desktop. The main switch is firm and recessed enough that I didn’t accidentally bump it with my foot. For an entertainment setup (TV, streaming box, game console, soundbar), capacity was ample and the three‑sided layout helped separate power bricks so they ran cooler.

Noise was a non‑issue, and I didn’t notice heat buildup even when several outlets were in use. The finish wipes clean, and the braided cord hides scuffs better than smooth PVC.

What could be better

• USB‑C without PD is increasingly limiting. I’d love a version with at least one 20–30W USB‑C Power Delivery port for modern phones and tablets.
• The 1080J surge rating is fine for light to moderate duty, but power users might prefer 2000J+ and line‑filtering specs for audio gear.
• No individual outlet switches or diagnostics beyond the protected light. Not a dealbreaker, but worth noting if you like granular control.
• The total USB budget of 15.5W means four devices will charge, just not all quickly at once.

None of these are flaws so much as tradeoffs that keep the price and size in check. Know what you need before you buy.

Who it’s for

• Home offices and student desks where multiple brick‑style adapters need to coexist.
• Dorm rooms and rentals with limited wall outlets that benefit from a flat plug and modest surge protection.
• Entertainment consoles where the three‑sided layout helps with airflow and cable direction.
• Anyone wanting a neat, compact hub with light‑duty USB charging built in.

Who should look elsewhere: If you want to fast‑charge phones and tablets via USB‑C PD, pick a strip with dedicated 20–65W PD ports, or pair this with a separate PD charger. If you’re protecting expensive A/V stacks or sensitive equipment in a surge‑prone area, consider a higher‑joule surge protector or a layered approach with a whole‑home suppressor.

The bottom line

The Hanycony power strip gets the fundamentals right: a sturdy build, a thoughtful three‑sided outlet layout with generous spacing, a flat right‑angle plug, and the convenience of onboard USB for everyday charging. The 1080‑joule surge protection and ETL listing add baseline safety without bloating the footprint, and the 5‑foot braided cord is easy to route and durable.

Its limitations are clear and manageable: USB‑C is 5V only and the total USB output is modest, so it won’t replace a proper PD charger; and while the surge protection is adequate for general use, it’s not a heavy‑duty protector. Within those boundaries, it’s a tidy, reliable way to tame a busy outlet and power a small cluster of devices without the usual space and plug conflicts.

Recommendation: I recommend this strip for home office, dorm, and entertainment setups that need many outlets in a compact footprint, sensible spacing for bulky adapters, and basic surge protection, with light‑duty USB charging as a bonus. If you require USB‑C PD fast charging or higher surge ratings, choose a model purpose‑built for those needs; otherwise, this is a well‑designed, dependable everyday solution.