ORICO PD 20W Extension Lead with USB Slots (2 AC sockets, 2 USB-C, 2 USB-A) – 1.6m desk power strip
Product description
Key takeaways
If your desk (or bedside table) is starting to look like a charging station, this ORICO PD extension lead is built to tidy things up. It combines two AC sockets with four USB charging slots, so you can power a mix of everyday devices without juggling multiple adaptors.
The appeal here is the all-in-one desktop format and the integrated look. It’s not trying to be a heavy-duty industrial extension, it’s aimed at home and office surfaces where you want convenience and cable management. That said, you’ll want to be mindful of the total power limit when you plug in anything “mains-powered”.
What it is and what it’s for
This is a desktop extension lead designed to sit neatly on a surface. On the mains side, it provides two AC sockets (rated 13A/250W per socket as stated) for plug-in items. On the low-voltage side, it offers two USB-C ports and two USB-A ports, letting you charge compatible devices directly.
A simple example: imagine a typical setup where your laptop charger, desk lamp, and a couple of small accessories need attention. With this lead, you can use the AC sockets for the lamp and any mains adapter, then use the USB-C/USB-A slots for things like a phone, tablet, or wireless earbuds—reducing the need for extra chargers around the desk.
What stands out in everyday use
The USB charging layout is the main “quality of life” feature. Each USB-C port is stated to deliver up to 25W, and each USB-A port up to 22.5W. When multiple ports are used together, the entry-level reality is that the output is shared, and the description notes a maximum of 15W per port in that situation.
For phones, tablets, and similar accessories, that kind of smart allocation is usually what you want: you plug in, it detects the device, and charging is optimised rather than relying on you to pick the right charger every time. If you mostly charge one device at a time, you’re more likely to see the higher per-port figures, if you charge four at once, it’s more about getting steady charging for all rather than maximum speed for one.
Safety and build details to note
This strip is positioned around safe desktop use. It includes overload protection and child-proof safety shutters on the socket side, and the casing is described as high-temperature resistant (up to 1382°F as stated). There’s also a 1.6m leather-wrapped cable, with copper wiring and a 13A current rating.
It’s also worth being realistic about the leather-wrapped cable: in practical terms, it’s aimed at being more elegant and less prone to tangling than a plain cable sleeve, but it still needs basic care like any mains lead. Treat it as a desktop cable—don’t stretch it tightly, and avoid placing it where it’ll be pulled around frequently.
Tech specs
- Name: ORICO PD 20W Extension Lead with USB Slots
- Type: Desktop extension lead with 2 AC sockets and 4 USB ports
- Format: 6-in-1 desktop power strip design
- Size: 1.6m extension cable
- Capacity: Up to 6 devices powered simultaneously (per description)
- Display: N/A
- Material: High-temperature resistant casing, leather-wrapped cable with copper wiring (as stated)
- Colour: Blue
- Processor: N/A
- Memory: N/A
- AC sockets: 2 x 13A/250W (as stated)
- USB ports: 2 x USB-C and 2 x USB-A
- USB-C output: up to 25W per port (as stated)
- USB-A output: up to 22.5W per port (as stated)
- Shared USB output: max 15W per port when multiple ports are used together (as stated)
- Total rating to follow: ensure total power of connected devices does not exceed 3250W (as stated)
- Child safety: child-proof safety shutters (as stated)
- Overload protection: included (as stated)
- Cable current rating: 13A (as stated)
- Warranty/support: 18-month warranty and 24/7 customer support (as stated)
Who it suits (and when it may fall short)
It’s a good fit if you want a cleaner desktop and you regularly charge multiple small devices alongside a couple of mains items. If you like the idea of an integrated desk setup—USB for daily accessories plus AC for the bigger plugs—this makes sense on paper.
It may not suit you if you plan to run high-power appliances at the same time (because of the stated total power limit of 3250W and the per-socket ratings). It also might feel like overkill if you only need one or two USB ports and don’t really care about keeping cables tidy.
Getting the most from it
To get sensible performance, plug your mains devices into the AC sockets and use USB for the smaller accessories. If you’re charging multiple USB devices at once, keep in mind the description’s shared-output behaviour—expect each port to run at up to 15W per port in that multi-device situation.
Care & placement tips
Because it’s a desktop-focused lead with a leather-wrapped cable, placement matters. Keep it somewhere stable, out of high-traffic zones, and avoid tight bends at the plug end. If you move your desk often, make sure you’re not constantly tugging at the cable—mains leads hate that.
Buying verdict
It’s worth buying if your priority is a compact, desktop-friendly extension lead that covers both AC power and USB charging in one tidy package, with safety shutters and overload protection as part of the design. The USB power figures are most compelling for everyday charging, particularly when you’re not maxing out all ports simultaneously.
You may want to skip it if your use case involves higher-power appliances or you need a lead for heavy, frequent rearranging rather than a mostly-stationary desk or bedside setup. As with any extension lead, double-check the total draw of what you plan to plug in, and don’t treat the 3250W rating as a “always safe” target—use it as your ceiling.
Mini FAQ
How many devices can I power at once?
The description states it can power up to 6 devices simultaneously by using the two AC sockets and the four USB ports.
What’s the USB charging limit if I use all ports together?
The description notes a maximum output of 15W per port when multiple USB ports are used together.
Is it safe to use around children?
It includes child-proof safety shutters on the AC sockets, plus overload protection as stated.
What’s the cable length?
The extension cable is 1.6m.
What total power limit should I follow?
The description says to ensure the total power of connected devices does not exceed 3250W.