MIFASOPOWER via Amazon has for Prime Members: Mifaso 6-Outlet Surge Protector Wall Extender w/ 3 USB Ports (1x USB-C) (White) for $9.99. Shipping is free.
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6 AC outlets (15A/125V/1875W) + 1 USB-C & 2 USB-A ports (DC 5V/3.1A total). Charge multiple devices at once.
Removable wall shelf keeps devices off counters; holds items like phones, razors, toothbrushes, and speakers.
SmartIQ tech delivers up to 5V/2.4A per port (3.1A total); compatible with most phones and tablets.
490-Joule surge protection; safeguards against over-current, over-charging, and overheating for safe, fast charging.
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MIFASOPOWER via Amazon has for Prime Members: Mifaso 6-Outlet Surge Protector Wall Extender w/ 3 USB Ports (1x USB-C) (White) for $9.99. Shipping is free.
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About this item:
6 AC outlets (15A/125V/1875W) + 1 USB-C & 2 USB-A ports (DC 5V/3.1A total). Charge multiple devices at once.
Removable wall shelf keeps devices off counters; holds items like phones, razors, toothbrushes, and speakers.
SmartIQ tech delivers up to 5V/2.4A per port (3.1A total); compatible with most phones and tablets.
490-Joule surge protection; safeguards against over-current, over-charging, and overheating for safe, fast charging.
I love how the picture shows it being used in a bathroom but most bathrooms have GFCI outlets and this device isn't compatible with those outlets. Not to mention the manufacturer can't spell GFCI or speak English correctly on their marketing.
This outlet extender adds six outlets, two USB ports, a USB C port, and a small shelf for tight spaces like a bathroom or bedside setup. The built in USB charging is limited and will not fast charge, and the status light is very dim rather than useful as a night light. It can work on a GFCI outlet, but mounting may require cutting the bottom stud and removing the unit to reset the GFCI. A compact add on if you want extra outlets more than strong USB charging.
homeowners who want a multi-outlet setup for everyday charging and don't need the USB to be fast-charging because one owner said it works perfectly and another noted the built-in USB ports are very limited and won't provide fast-charging.
people using a wall outlet extender in a small bathroom because it can work fine on a GFCI outlet and the commenter said it's great with no complaints.
renters or homeowners who are okay with a status light (not a night light) because the light is intended as a status indicator and the commenter said you're not finding your way with it.
people planning to use it in a bathroom with GFCI outlets because commenters said it isn't compatible with GFCI outlets despite being pictured for bathroom use, and that you may have to remove the whole device to reset a tripped GFCI.
people who want a straightforward, secure wall-mount fit because installation has caveats (you can't screw it into the outlet and may need to cut the bottom stud off), and one commenter said they'd want it securely mounted rather than just plugged in since it could work itself out under shelf weight.
buyers who need fast charging from the built-in USB ports because the USB ports are very limited and won't provide fast-charging with the built-in USB.
people who want a bright indicator to help locate plugs at night because the status light is very dim and doesn't really illuminate the plugs underneath.
buyers who are sensitive to outlet orientation in their home because one commenter said their area's outlets are often installed upside down (ground on top) and a similar surge protector's shelf got thrown away after that realization.
It can work on a GFCI outlet, but the extender may need to be removed to reset or test the GFCI. The device also may not fit every bathroom setup because some outlets are already GFCI-protected and the mounting screw location can be awkward.
Yes, the shelf appears to slide on in an upside-down orientation, with the USB ports ending up at the bottom. That can make it usable in outlets installed with the ground on top.
No, the light is very dim and is meant as a status light rather than a night light. It does not really illuminate the plugs underneath or help you find your way in the dark.
It may not mount as securely as a typical GFCI cover because the screw location does not line up like a standard outlet plate. The shelf weight can make a loose fit more likely to work itself out over time.
The built-in USB ports are limited in current and are not fast-charging ports. They are fine for basic charging, but not for high-speed phone or tablet charging.
I love the idea of these and bought one similar maybe 6-7 years ago. That was when I had the realization that almost every power outlet in the area of Georgia that I live in is installed upside down (with the ground on top). I don't understand why the backwoods people around here seem to enjoy having a different outlet orientation compared to most of the rest of the country but my end result was an outlet surge protector whose shelf got thrown away...
It is compatible, but with caveats. You cannot screw it into the outlet and you have to cut the bottom stud off (it's plastic). GFCI will still work, but you'll have to remove the whole device every time you need to reset GFCI.
Yeah, isn't the entire thing still protected by GFCI since it's still plugged into one underneath?
Around here the first outlet on a bathroom branch is gfci protected and the rest are standard outlets (which still have gfci protection as long as they are down the circuit from the actual gfci plug). Using a gfci outlet for each would often be an unnecessary expense. (I have confirmed this via a gfci tester)
At my current rental there is one actual gfci outlet in a powder room which protects the two other bathrooms. The kitchen has its own branch but there are several outlets protected by one gfci outlet.
Local code may vary ofc.
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I love how the picture shows it being used in a bathroom but most bathrooms have GFCI outlets and this device isn't compatible with those outlets. Not to mention the manufacturer can't spell GFCI or speak English correctly on their marketing.
This is absolutely compatible with GFCI. Why wouldn't it be? You can plug anything into a GFCI outlet, including an extension cord, and it's still compatible, as you call it
I love the idea of these and bought one similar maybe 6-7 years ago. That was when I had the realization that almost every power outlet in the area of Georgia that I live in is installed upside down (with the ground on top). I don't understand why the backwoods people around here seem to enjoy having a different outlet orientation compared to most of the rest of the country but my end result was an outlet surge protector whose shelf got thrown away...
Electrical outlets are purposely installed upside down with the ground prong hole at the top for 2 main reasons:
Safety Against Objects Hitting the Outlet from the Top
When the ground prong is at the top, if a metallic object (like a picture frame, knife, nail, or other conductive item) falls and lands on a loosely plugged-in cord, it is likely to hit the ground prong first. This can help prevent short circuits or fires, since the ground connection safely diverts electrical energy away rather than allowing contact with live terminals.
Switch-Controlled Outlet Indication
In homes, electricians sometimes install outlets upside down to indicate that the outlet is controlled by a wall switch. Only one half of the outlet may actually be switch-controlled, and flipping it visually distinguishes it from other standard outlets.
This is absolutely compatible with GFCI. Why wouldn't it be? You can plug anything into a GFCI outlet, including an extension cord, and it's still compatible, as you call it
Look at the photos... the mounting screw that keeps this attached to the outlet has no place to go.
Nearly all GFCI outlets place the test and reset buttons where the bolt hole would normally be for a classic style wall plate.
Given the purpose of the shelf on top of this device, I would want it securely mounted to the outlet and not simply plugged into the outlet as it's likely to work itself out over time (when weight is applied to the shelf).
Electrical outlets are purposely installed upside down with the ground prong hole at the top for 2 main reasons:
Safety Against Objects Hitting the Outlet from the Top
When the ground prong is at the top, if a metallic object (like a picture frame, knife, nail, or other conductive item) falls and lands on a loosely plugged-in cord, it is likely to hit the ground prong first. This can help prevent short circuits or fires, since the ground connection safely diverts electrical energy away rather than allowing contact with live terminals.
Switch-Controlled Outlet Indication
In homes, electricians sometimes install outlets upside down to indicate that the outlet is controlled by a wall switch. Only one half of the outlet may actually be switch-controlled, and flipping it visually distinguishes it from other standard outlets.
Neither are common in the states I've lived in nor visited.
Electrical outlets are purposely installed upside down with the ground prong hole at the top for 2 main reasons:Safety Against Objects Hitting the Outlet from the TopWhen the ground prong is at the top, if a metallic object (like a picture frame, knife, nail, or other conductive item) falls and lands on a loosely plugged-in cord, it is likely to hit the ground prong first. This can help prevent short circuits or fires, since the ground connection safely diverts electrical energy away rather than allowing contact with live terminals.Switch-Controlled Outlet IndicationIn homes, electricians sometimes install outlets upside down to indicate that the outlet is controlled by a wall switch. Only one half of the outlet may actually be switch-controlled, and flipping it visually distinguishes it from other standard outlets.
Those scenarios might be more plausible for SOME of the outlets to be installed that way for an older home (switch outlets for lamps and whatnot) or in the garage or something but neither scenario is the case with my situation. The entire house has every single electrical outlet installed upside down. No outlet in the house is on a switch (and it would be hard to come up with any that might have been on a switch previously). Local area businesses are hit or miss on whether or not they have them this way but it seems to be EXTREMELY normal in this area to have outlets with this orientation. I worked in facility operations and special event management for 10 years and this is the only place I've come across this phenomenon as a widespread practice for installation.
Those scenarios might be more plausible for SOME of the outlets to be installed that way for an older home (switch outlets for lamps and whatnot) or in the garage or something but neither scenario is the case with my situation. The entire house has every single electrical outlet installed upside down. No outlet in the house is on a switch (and it would be hard to come up with any that might have been on a switch previously). Local area businesses are hit or miss on whether or not they have them this way but it seems to be EXTREMELY normal in this area to have outlets with this orientation. I worked in facility operations and special event management for 10 years and this is the only place I've come across this phenomenon as a widespread practice for installation.
I've been in the real estate business for over two decades and have bought and sold a few dozen houses as investments plus several hundred homes for clients and have seen the upside down outlets many time. I've run into some electricians that insist on installing the electrical outlets upside down for safety reasons. I'm not saying it actually makes a difference as I'm not an electrician or an electrical expert. I'm just saying that it is fairly common.
I've been in the real estate business for over two decades and have bought and sold a few dozen houses as investments plus several hundred homes for clients and have seen the upside down outlets many time. I've run into some electricians that insist on installing the electrical outlets upside down for safety reasons. I'm not saying it actually makes a difference as I'm not an electrician or an electrical expert. I'm just saying that it is fairly common.
Well, if nothing else, I'm learning something new though I don't think my specific scenario is quite as common as you might seem to believe but I guess you just have to experience it. I've been heavily involved in multiple major facility renovations and construction projects. While I'm no electrician either, after digging into this a little bit, it isn't UNCOMMON to come across this question of orientation. The general consensus seems to be based on several factors:
- regional norms that has developed in certain areas over time
- how an electrician was taught to do it during their apprenticeship (preference)
- safety: while I completely understand the argument for safety and why they would do this in hospitals as risk mitigation, the chances of a metal object falling on a partially unplugged (but still hot) outlet in JUST the right way so as to cause an arc between the two prongs seems a bit like the same odds I would give being struck by lightning. Beyond that, most residential building codes these days will require arc fault protection that would negate the need for the practice (of course that would only apply to certain scenarios and not necessarily to homes built before these standards).
It is actually UNCOMMON enough that NEMA has no mention of the practice or any specific orientation being more correct. If it was truly such a common thing, surely a national association governing these practices would have some sort of document supporting the practice. Anyway, none of this really matters since I doubt you have come across many residential properties during your adventures that have every single outlet installed with the ground up orientation as our current home has and how many of the homes/buildings in this area have as well. That was the original point I was trying to make. My situation is not at all common.
I appreciate the insight and actually did find it interesting to finally deep dive into this. My BIL is a local electricians apprentice and I might have to ask him about this just to know if he will swear by the practice or not... but he is also kind of an idiot so we will see how that goes lol
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I love the idea of these and bought one similar maybe 6-7 years ago. That was when I had the realization that almost every power outlet in the area of Georgia that I live in is installed upside down (with the ground on top). I don't understand why the backwoods people around here seem to enjoy having a different outlet orientation compared to most of the rest of the country but my end result was an outlet surge protector whose shelf got thrown away...
I *think* this one might work for you. The shelf looks like it can be attached in the "upside down" position too. The main device would be upside down but mostly that just means the usb ports are at the bottom and the brand name will be upside down. But you could still have the shelf part on your top and pretty much just as usable as "right side up". You can see the notches the shelf slides onto are on the bottom as well as the top.
Btw code doesn't dictate orientation and there isn't a "right" or "wrong" way but what's common is often regional (and as someone else said one is often upside down to indicate which is switch controlled)
Here's a pretty cool video about this in which he tries to test if one way is safer by throwing a metal knife around!
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This outlet extender adds six outlets, two USB ports, a USB C port, and a small shelf for tight spaces like a bathroom or bedside setup. The built in USB charging is limited and will not fast charge, and the status light is very dim rather than useful as a night light. It can work on a GFCI outlet, but mounting may require cutting the bottom stud and removing the unit to reset the GFCI. A compact add on if you want extra outlets more than strong USB charging.
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Also, you're supposed to test GFCI monthly, so you'll have to take it off once a month anyways.
Well done, sir.
At my current rental there is one actual gfci outlet in a powder room which protects the two other bathrooms. The kitchen has its own branch but there are several outlets protected by one gfci outlet.
Local code may vary ofc.
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Safety Against Objects Hitting the Outlet from the Top
When the ground prong is at the top, if a metallic object (like a picture frame, knife, nail, or other conductive item) falls and lands on a loosely plugged-in cord, it is likely to hit the ground prong first. This can help prevent short circuits or fires, since the ground connection safely diverts electrical energy away rather than allowing contact with live terminals.
Switch-Controlled Outlet Indication
In homes, electricians sometimes install outlets upside down to indicate that the outlet is controlled by a wall switch. Only one half of the outlet may actually be switch-controlled, and flipping it visually distinguishes it from other standard outlets.
Look at the photos... the mounting screw that keeps this attached to the outlet has no place to go.
Nearly all GFCI outlets place the test and reset buttons where the bolt hole would normally be for a classic style wall plate.
Given the purpose of the shelf on top of this device, I would want it securely mounted to the outlet and not simply plugged into the outlet as it's likely to work itself out over time (when weight is applied to the shelf).
Safety Against Objects Hitting the Outlet from the Top
When the ground prong is at the top, if a metallic object (like a picture frame, knife, nail, or other conductive item) falls and lands on a loosely plugged-in cord, it is likely to hit the ground prong first. This can help prevent short circuits or fires, since the ground connection safely diverts electrical energy away rather than allowing contact with live terminals.
Switch-Controlled Outlet Indication
In homes, electricians sometimes install outlets upside down to indicate that the outlet is controlled by a wall switch. Only one half of the outlet may actually be switch-controlled, and flipping it visually distinguishes it from other standard outlets.
Neither are common in the states I've lived in nor visited.
- regional norms that has developed in certain areas over time
- how an electrician was taught to do it during their apprenticeship (preference)
- safety: while I completely understand the argument for safety and why they would do this in hospitals as risk mitigation, the chances of a metal object falling on a partially unplugged (but still hot) outlet in JUST the right way so as to cause an arc between the two prongs seems a bit like the same odds I would give being struck by lightning. Beyond that, most residential building codes these days will require arc fault protection that would negate the need for the practice (of course that would only apply to certain scenarios and not necessarily to homes built before these standards).
It is actually UNCOMMON enough that NEMA has no mention of the practice or any specific orientation being more correct. If it was truly such a common thing, surely a national association governing these practices would have some sort of document supporting the practice. Anyway, none of this really matters since I doubt you have come across many residential properties during your adventures that have every single outlet installed with the ground up orientation as our current home has and how many of the homes/buildings in this area have as well. That was the original point I was trying to make. My situation is not at all common.
I appreciate the insight and actually did find it interesting to finally deep dive into this. My BIL is a local electricians apprentice and I might have to ask him about this just to know if he will swear by the practice or not... but he is also kind of an idiot so we will see how that goes lol
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Btw code doesn't dictate orientation and there isn't a "right" or "wrong" way but what's common is often regional (and as someone else said one is often upside down to indicate which is switch controlled)
Here's a pretty cool video about this in which he tries to test if one way is safer by throwing a metal knife around!
https://youtu.be/vNj75gJVxcE
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