Cords? What cords? I don't see any cords! (Amazon)(Amazon)
The more gadgets we own, the more unsightly power cords we have dangling, tangling and distracting from the beauty of our homes. Well, there's actually a fix for this, and it serves double-duty as a way for you to use furniture-blocked outlets. We're talking about the Sleek Socket Ultra-Thin Electrical Outlet Cover. It's a No. 1 bestseller at Amazon and right now, it's marked down 10 bucks, to just $24. Now, that's sure to "spark" some interest!
Not only do you get to place your power cords out of sight, you get to plug in your tech wherever you want. How liberating!
If you find yourself in need of a cable with a bit more length, this 8-footer fits the bill, perfectly!
Power strips aren't exactly known for their good looks, but this one's got smarts to go with them: You can configure it into the shape that best suits your space's needs. Plus, it has both AC outlets and USB charging ports and comes in hues like light blue, mint green and pink as well as white.
"Not only is this product cute, but very functional as you can use every outlet!" exclaimed an enthusiast. "A lot of times, the larger three-prong plugs take up two outlets, but since you can turn this outlet in different angles, it allows you to make room for larger plugs."
This game-changing outlet extender has only swayed from its steady $24 sale price twice this year — once to a $1 increase and the other to a $1 decrease. Grab it now while it's at its affordable sweet spot in case it unexpectedly spikes again.
The Sleek Socket gives you more space against your walls since you'll no longer have a bunch of plugs bulging out of your outlets. It also has a 3-foot cable that can easily be hidden away behind your electronics, clamped to your baseboard or stowed behind your workstation. The end result is a power solution that blends into the background — with outlets that look so much cleaner and clutter-free.
When a product garners over 51,000 five-star reviewers, we stop in our tracks — and it didn't take long for us to find out why this outlet extender is so beloved.
Pros 👍
Several shoppers who rent say it's a useful non-invasive fix for repositioning outlets. "This was honestly such a good option and it is not super noticeable!" shared this savvy buyer. "Love it ... A great option for those who are renting."
"I was looking for ways to move my outlet to the top of my bookshelf or next to the router," added another. "Rather than doing the work by routing wires behind the wall or through the shelves, I saw this and tried it out. Honestly, this is the best alternative if you want to relocate an outlet using an extension cord."
It's also a dream solution for using outlets blocked by furniture: "I saw this online and thought it was a great idea to solve the issue I was having — due to the outlets situated behind the couch, plugging in anything such as lamps and chargers would cause [a] big space between the wall and the couch," this reviewer wrote. "But with this neat little solution, now everything sits flush and [there's] nothing to be seen. Works great."
The Sleek Socket can even help baby-proof. "Super easy to install and [the] perfect length to keep out of our new baby's hands," raved a parent. "The way the room got set up, the outlets were always near the crib. This is flat enough so her little fingers couldn't get behind it, and allowed us parents to sleep with ease. Highly recommend."
Cons 👎
It's not 100% flaw-free, though: "Don't get me wrong, I love this outlet cover/extension cord," said a generally satisfied reviewer. "It hides the plug-ins for our TV wonderfully, and we have been talking about buying more for the house. The only complaint I have is that the adhesive that is used to hold the cord to the wall took the paint with it when it was moved."
"I really wish they would make a TV mount option with a longer (10- to 12-foot) cord," said a buyer. "Overall the product is great, just didn't fit my specific needs."
Need something longer? See below for the 8-foot version.
And while we're at it, we'd like to put in a plug (heh) for this ingenious gadget:
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.