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The 10 Best Extension Leads as of June 2026

Updated 18 June 2026 · Reviewed by the Pickarank team · Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best extension leads you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money — with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

Anker 6-in-1 Power Strip

8.8Best with USB
Check price on Amazon ≈ £30
Best value

Masterplug Surge 6-Gang

8.7Best UK value
Check price on Amazon ≈ £18
Also great

Anker USB-C Power Strip (PD)

8.6Best for laptops
Check price on Amazon ≈ £45

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often — tap through for today's price on Amazon.

How we ranked these extension leads

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) — how well each extension lead does its core job.
  • Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#Extension LeadsScoreBest forTypeApprox priceAmazon links
1Anker 6-in-1 Power Strip8.8Best with USBSurge + USB£30View Price
2Masterplug Surge 6-Gang8.7Best UK valueSurge-protected£18View Price
3Anker USB-C Power Strip (PD)8.6Best for laptopsSurge + USB-C PD£45View Price
4Belkin Surge Protector8.6Best surge protectionSurge-protected£25View Price
5Anker 321 Power Strip8.5Best compactSurge + USB£20View Price
6Masterplug 4-Gang 10m8.5Best long cableStandard£20View Price
7Status Surge Tower8.4Best towerSurge tower£25View Price
8Masterplug 4-Gang Compact8.3Best everyday budgetStandard£10View Price
9BG 4-Gang with USB8.3Best basic with USBUSB (no surge)£15View Price
10Amazon Basics Extension Lead8.0Best ultra-budgetStandard£9View Price
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The full ranking

1
Best with USB

Anker 6-in-1 Power Strip

8.8Our number one pick.

Anker's power strip combines mains sockets with fast USB-A and USB-C ports and surge protection in a tidy, well-built unit, ideal for desks and bedsides. It is pricier than basic strips, but the USB power and build are excellent.

Build: 9.0Safety: 9.0Features: 9.2Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Mains plus fast USB
  • Surge protection
  • Tidy build
Cons
  • Pricier
  • Fixed cable length
Check price on Amazon≈ £30
2
Best UK value

Masterplug Surge 6-Gang

8.7A superb runner-up.

Masterplug's surge-protected 6-gang extension is a sturdy, UK-quality strip with proper surge protection and a switch, a dependable everyday choice. It lacks USB, but the build, safety and value are excellent.

Build: 8.8Safety: 9.2Features: 8.4Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Proper surge protection
  • Sturdy and reliable
  • Great value
Cons
  • No USB
  • Basic looks
Check price on Amazon≈ £18
3
Best for laptops

Anker USB-C Power Strip (PD)

8.6Rounds out our top three.

Anker's USB-C power strip adds high-wattage USB-C Power Delivery to mains sockets, so it can fast-charge a laptop alongside other devices, a great desk hub. It is pricier, but the laptop-charging USB-C is excellent.

Build: 8.8Safety: 8.8Features: 9.2Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Laptop-charging USB-C PD
  • Mains and USB
  • Surge protection
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Larger
Check price on Amazon≈ £45
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4
Best surge protection

Belkin Surge Protector

8.6A standout in the upper half.

Belkin's surge protector offers a high joule rating to protect sensitive electronics, plenty of sockets and a connected-equipment warranty, ideal for AV and computer setups. It is pricier, but the protection is excellent.

Build: 8.8Safety: 9.4Features: 8.6Value: 8.6
Pros
  • High surge protection
  • Equipment warranty
  • Plenty of sockets
Cons
  • Pricier
  • No USB on some
Check price on Amazon≈ £25
5
Best compact

Anker 321 Power Strip

8.5A well-rounded mid-table pick.

Anker's compact 321 strip packs three mains sockets and USB ports into a small footprint, great for travel and tight spaces. It has fewer sockets, but the size and USB are excellent value.

Build: 8.6Safety: 8.6Features: 8.8Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Compact with USB
  • Travel-friendly
  • Good value
Cons
  • Only three sockets
  • Short cable
Check price on Amazon≈ £20
6
Best long cable

Masterplug 4-Gang 10m

8.5Great value in the middle of the pack.

Masterplug's 4-gang extension with a long 10-metre cable reaches far across rooms and workshops, sturdy and reliable. It lacks surge protection and USB, but for reach and value it is excellent.

Build: 8.6Safety: 8.6Features: 8.0Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Long 10m reach
  • Sturdy build
  • Good value
Cons
  • No surge or USB
  • Long cable to store
Check price on Amazon≈ £20
7
Best tower

Status Surge Tower

8.4A dependable pick if the price is right.

A surge-protected extension tower stacks many sockets and USB ports vertically to save desk space and power lots of devices, handy for busy work areas. It is bulkier upright, but the capacity and tidiness are good value.

Build: 8.4Safety: 8.8Features: 8.8Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Lots of sockets and USB
  • Space-saving tower
  • Surge protection
Cons
  • Bulky upright
  • Can tip if overloaded
Check price on Amazon≈ £25
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8
Best everyday budget

Masterplug 4-Gang Compact

8.3Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

Masterplug's compact 4-gang extension is a cheap, sturdy everyday strip with a switch from a trusted UK brand, fine for general home use. It lacks surge protection and USB, but for reliable basics it is great value.

Build: 8.4Safety: 8.4Features: 7.8Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Cheap and sturdy
  • Trusted brand
  • Switched
Cons
  • No surge or USB
  • Basic
Check price on Amazon≈ £10
9
Best basic with USB

BG 4-Gang with USB

8.3A budget-friendly option worth a look.

BG's 4-gang extension adds a couple of USB-A ports to standard sockets at a budget price, handy for charging phones alongside plugs. It lacks surge protection and the USB is slow, but for value convenience it is good.

Build: 8.2Safety: 8.2Features: 8.4Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Sockets plus USB cheaply
  • Handy for phones
  • Switched
Cons
  • No surge protection
  • Slow USB
Check price on Amazon≈ £15
10
Best ultra-budget

Amazon Basics Extension Lead

8.0Rounds out our top ten.

Amazon Basics' 6-gang extension lead covers everyday plug needs cheaply, a sensible no-frills strip for general use. It is basic with no surge or USB, but for the sockets and price it is good value.

Build: 8.0Safety: 8.0Features: 7.6Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Cheap with six sockets
  • Simple
  • Switched
Cons
  • No surge or USB
  • Basic build
Check price on Amazon≈ £9
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the extension leads in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Anker 6-in-1 Power Strip, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Masterplug Surge 6-Gang and Anker USB-C Power Strip (PD) are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best extension leads without overthinking it, the Anker 6-in-1 Power Strip is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £30

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