The Foval Voltage Converter fits inside a suitcase with relative ease. The Foval Voltage Converter rests at 4.8 x 3.1 x 1.5-inches. But what really sets this device apart is the highly compact design, which is slightly better suited to traveling alone than with others. It has an identical maximum wattage, providing the 200W of power you’ll need to charge laptops, smartphones, cameras, and similar devices. Travel adapters tend to have few parts which are prone to breaking, but the extra security of a warranty is always worth consideration.Īs with the BESKEK voltage converter, this Foval Voltage Converter provides a near-universal design, spanning support for over 150 nations across the globe. But if you can follow those guidelines, then you’ll be well served by this travel adapter.įinally, the BESTEK Universal Travel Adapter includes a 2-year warranty. In other words, converters not intended for travel. The problem is how these devices work, and their gross consumption of power is a recipe for disaster on all but the bulkiest and most expensive converters. Additionally, be sure not to plug in a hair dryer or curling iron, even if they fall within the 200-watt output provided by this device. As you travel, be sure to not use appliances rated for 220AC and beyond. This adapter weighs about one pound, cable included. The overheating protection is facilitated with the addition of a small fan. And the BESTEK adapter goes on step further, providing protection from overload, overheat, short circuit, and overcurrent protection. The USB outputs are electrically isolated from the AC power, keeping your stuff safe from being fried. There are four USB charging ports, and three standard AC plugs, each offering 6A. And the multi-plug layout of this adapter enables you to charge as many as seven devices at the same time. The included 5-foot power cable is detachable, which is intended to make it even easier to pack-up and disassemble. The travel-oriented design of this adapter is clear, as it sits at a modest 6 x 3 x 1.6-inches. Across each of its ports, the BESTEK universal adapter supports a reasonably high 200W, which ought to be enough for anyone who isn’t bringing along a washing machine on their trip. It includes 1 EU power cable as well as three international adapters.Īnd its all-in-one design helps convert US standard 110V to 220V, helping you safely charge your stuff while traveling. As long as you’re not traveling well-off the beaten path, this adapter can live up to its claims of universality. The BESTEK Universal Travel Adapter provides wide support for more than 150 countries. Fortunately, figuring out the electrical standards of your devices is usually as simple as looking at charging cables, reading labels, or checking out manufacturer websites. Your stuff will literally fry and break if you run it through inadequate power, even if it seems to be working initially. Some of your devices will be fine using either a 240V or a 110V outlet, but don’t just assume compatibility. For example, many laptops have voltage converters built into to them. That’s why you need to remember, some devices only need a socket adapter, and do not need a voltage converter. Those adapters are for people who have electronics with the appropriate voltage output to begin with, but simply lacked the correct physical plug.īut when you plug in your electronics without voltage conversion, they’ll get fried, and you’ll get angry. Some travel adapters provide the right plugs for your travel, but fail to actually change the voltage of frequency of the current. Just don’t expect to start running an industrial freezer, at least now without giving up portability in exchange for sizes which are not befitting of traveling. For charging or adapting common electronics to work on a different power grid, like cameras, smartphones, and tablets, it’s more than adequate. That’s not enough to power some types of devices, like hair dryers. Most worthwhile travel voltage converters offer close to 200 watts. Many converters will only handle 100 watts or less, which is generally reflective of being cheap and poorly made. Take a look at the maximum supported wattage of any given travel voltage converter. And keep in mind, the type of plug a converter offers is not imply it’s electrically compatible in other ways. If you’re traveling off the grid, you’ll want to be certain that the region you’re visiting uses a type matching the travel voltage converter you choose. Other types exist, but are exceptionally rare, and often only used in one country.