TROND Multi Plug Outlet Extender 2 Pack - Electrical Wall Splitter, 3 Way Angled Wall Outlet Adapter, Cruise Essentials, Small Multiple Plug Expander for Cruise Ship Home Office Dorm Room, White

A clever way to make one outlet do more

Outlets are prime real estate in tight spaces, and I’m often juggling chargers, small appliances, and the occasional brick-sized power adapter. The TROND outlet extender has become my go-to fix when I need three grounded sockets without swallowing an entire duplex outlet or resorting to a bulky power strip. It’s a small, trapezoid-shaped block that plugs into a single receptacle and exposes three 3‑prong outlets across its front and sides. In practice, that simple layout solves a lot of everyday annoyances.

Design and build

TROND leans on a compact, wedge-like shape (about 3.48 x 1.73 x 1.42 inches) rather than the cube form factor that’s common in this category. That matters more than it sounds. By spreading the sockets across three faces, I can plug in three chunky power bricks at once without a wrestling match. The unit only protrudes roughly an inch and a half from the wall, so it fits neatly behind a coffee machine, a couch, or a bedside table. In a standard duplex receptacle, it’s small enough that I can still use the other outlet.

Build quality feels solid for a no-frills accessory. The prongs seat snugly in both standard and GFCI outlets in my house, with no wobble. There’s a tiny status LED that glows when the extender is powered. It’s faint enough not to light up a room, but bright enough to help locate the outlet at night—handy in hotel rooms and cruise cabins.

Setup and everyday use

There’s nothing to “set up.” It’s plug-and-play. In my kitchen coffee nook, I ran a grinder, a compact espresso machine, and a scale charger from one wall outlet without blocking the bottom receptacle—something a flat 3‑in‑1 tap can’t pull off. In my bathroom, it handled an electric toothbrush charger, a shaver dock, and a night light without crowding the GFCI test/reset buttons. Under my desk, it let me connect my monitor’s power brick, a speaker adapter, and a lamp, while leaving the second wall receptacle free for a vacuum when I need it.

One subtle benefit: because outlets are often installed with the ground pin on top, some extenders feel awkward when flipped; this one’s three-side layout works comfortably in either orientation. It’s also nice that the sockets are all grounded (3-prong), which isn’t a given on compact taps.

Power handling and safety

Electrically, the extender is rated for 125V/15A (1875W), which is standard for North American household circuits. In practical terms, it’s excellent for low- to medium-draw electronics—chargers, lamps, routers, smart speakers, and similar devices. I keep a mental rule: don’t load it up with multiple high-wattage appliances at once. A single hair dryer or space heater can saturate a circuit on its own; combining them on any tap is asking for trouble. Used sensibly, the TROND runs cool and inspires confidence.

A few important notes:
- There’s no surge protection. That’s by design (more on cruise use below), but it means your sensitive gear won’t get any extra protection here.
- It doesn’t add electrical capacity; it just splits one receptacle. Stay under 15A combined load.
- It’s intended for North American outlets (Type B, 125V). International travelers will need an adapter and compatible voltage.

Travel and cruise friendliness

This is an easy add to a travel kit. The body is small, smooth-edged, and doesn’t chew up much space in a pouch. The lack of surge protection, often a downside at home, is a plus for cruise travel—many cruise lines prohibit surge suppressors but allow simple outlet taps. I used one in a compact cabin to power a phone charger, a watch charger, and a small fan from a single outlet, and I appreciated the dim LED when finding the receptacle at night. Because TROND sells these as a two-pack, you can cover both sockets of a duplex outlet and get six grounded receptacles while still staying within most cruise rules.

Where it shines

• Tight spaces: The shallow depth and angled sides make it easy to tuck behind furniture without straining cords.
• Mixed plug shapes: Putting outlets on three faces prevents bulky adapters from blocking each other.
• Duplex efficiency: Use the top receptacle with the extender and keep the bottom free, or run two extenders—one on each receptacle—for up to six devices.
• GFCI outlets: The compact footprint leaves the test/reset buttons accessible.
• Simple charging stations: Great for coffee stations, bedside tables, dorms, conference rooms, and hotel rooms.

Limitations and trade-offs

• No surge protection: If you want protection for computers or TVs, use a proper surge protector or a UPS. This extender isn’t a replacement.
• No USB or USB-C: It’s intentionally simple—pure AC only. If you want a single hub for USB charging, look for a unit with integrated ports.
• Not for high-draw clusters: It will physically accept a heater, hair dryer, and iron, but don’t do that. Treat it as a convenience splitter for small electronics.
• No screw mount: Some larger outlet taps screw into the faceplate for extra stability. This one relies on snug prongs; it stays put with typical use, but very heavy wall-wart transformers can tug at any unscrewed adapter.
• A faint LED: I like it, but light-sensitive sleepers may prefer to place it behind furniture.

Compared with other compact extenders

Cubes look modern, but many push cords outward and create a messy bundle. Flat 3‑way taps keep a slim profile, but their outlets are all on one face, so chunky adapters crowd each other and can block the second receptacle. The TROND’s trapezoidal layout lands in a sweet spot: it’s as compact as a flat tap but manages bulky bricks without conflict and keeps the adjacent receptacle usable. You give up extras like USB ports or surge protection, but you gain flexibility and cruise compliance.

Tips for best results

• Mind the total load. Stay under 15A/1875W. Mix low-draw devices rather than multiple heat-generating appliances.
• Use it as a “last mile” splitter. Pair it downstream of a surge-protected power strip for everyday desk setups if you want protection plus flexibility.
• Pack one in your travel kit. It’s an easy upgrade for hotels and cruise cabins where outlets are scarce.
• Place it where the LED won’t bother you if you’re light-sensitive—behind furniture works well.

The bottom line

The TROND outlet extender is a thoughtfully executed answer to a common problem: “I need a couple more grounded outlets right here, and I don’t want a bulky strip.” Its three-sided layout avoids the plug-jamming of flat taps, the compact body stays tidy in tight spaces, and the snug fit inspires confidence. The faint status LED and cruise-friendly design are nice touches for travelers. The trade-offs—no surge protection, no USB—are deliberate choices that keep it small, compliant on ships, and purpose-built.

Recommendation: I recommend this extender if you want a compact, grounded way to add outlets in tight spots or while traveling—especially for cruise use. It’s reliable, unobtrusive, and cleverly shaped to handle bulky adapters without blocking the neighboring receptacle. If you need surge protection or integrated USB charging, choose a different class of product; for everything else, this is a simple, well-considered tool that earns a spot in my bag and around my home.