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Power Strip Pricing Trends

Analysis of 67,586 eBay listings for power strips and surge protectors.

What you'll usually pay

$35 typical price
Most are between$13$125
Brand new$35.5
Used$46.5
On sale now67,586

💡 Used ones cost about 31% more here.

👉 In short easy summary

The best value is found in 5-outlet models, which sit 46% below the market median. High-end brands like Panamax command a 38% premium, while GE offers the most significant savings at 43% below median.

💚 Best value for your money

5 2,688 on sale$18.9 · 46% cheaper
3 3,666 on sale$19.48 · 44% cheaper
GE 644 on sale$20 · 43% cheaper
USB Port 13,838 on sale$22.95 · 34% cheaper
APC 456 on sale$24.99 · 29% cheaper

Price by number of outlets

5
$18.9-46%
3
$19.48-44%
6
$25.99-26%
4
$26.6-24%
2
$28.76-18%
1
$30.99-11%

Why? Prices vary by capacity, with 1-outlet units at 30.99 and 5-outlet units at 18.9.

Price by brand

GE
$20-43%
APC
$24.99-29%
Belkin
$25-29%
Anker
$31.85-9%
Monster
$36.52+4%
Panamax
$48.25+38%

Why? Pricing reflects brand positioning, ranging from GE at 20 to Panamax at 48.25.

Price by features

USB Port
$22.95-34%
Flat Plug
$27.8-21%
Wall Mountable
$28.96-17%
Cord
$29.99-14%
On/Off Switch
$29.99-14%
Heavy Duty
$36.62+5%

Why? Specialized builds impact cost, with Heavy Duty models at 36.62 compared to USB Port options at 22.95.

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Common questions

What is the median price for a new power strip?

The median price for new units is 35.5.

Which brand is the most affordable on average?

GE is the most affordable brand listed with a median price of 20.

Do more outlets generally mean a higher price?

No, 5-outlet models have a lower median of 18.9 compared to 1-outlet models at 30.99.

How we got these numbers

Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $13$125, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 26, 2026.