Give your cable tray something to plug into

A tray hides the cables. This hides the power strip too.

Here's how the top-reviewed 2026 under-desk power strips compare on outlet count, USB charging, and mounting style.

Compare the top power strips

Quick answer: Our top pick for under-desk power strips is the HHSOET Metal 8 Outlet Mountable Power Strip (Best Overall). If you're looking for best budget, the ANNQUAN 40W Fast Charging Power Strip is a strong alternative.

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Your tray needs a strip to plug into

Reviewed by the CableTrayPicks team

A cable tray organizes the cords running under your desk, but most trays don't come with their own power strip -- you still need somewhere for the strip itself to live, ideally mounted so it's not just sitting loose inside the tray with cords crossing over it.

The main choice is screw-mount vs. clamp-mount. Screw-mounted strips are typically metal-housed and a bit sturdier; clamp-mounted strips skip the drilling entirely and are easier to reposition or remove later, which matters more if you're renting or don't want holes in the desk.

Outlet count vs. desk clearance

More outlets means a longer or bulkier strip -- match the count to how many devices you actually plug in, not the maximum available.

USB vs. USB-C PD

Basic USB ports charge phones fine but won't fast-charge a laptop; if you want to charge a laptop from the strip, check specifically for USB-C PD output.

Surge protection rating

Joule rating indicates how much surge protection a strip can absorb before it needs replacing -- higher-rated strips like the Addtam are worth it if you have expensive equipment plugged in.

Product Best For Price Rating
HHSOET Metal 8 Outlet Mountable Power Strip Best Overall $25 - $35 4.6/5
ANNQUAN 40W Fast Charging Power Strip Best Budget $18 - $25 4.4/5
Addtam AD12W3U Power Strip Best for Charging $25 - $32 4.5/5
Mifaso PD30W Desk Clamp Power Strip Best Splurge $35 - $45 4.6/5
Best Overall

HHSOET Metal 8 Outlet Mountable Power Strip

4.6

A metal-housed power strip built for wall or under-desk mounting, with wide outlet spacing that fits bulky adapters and a 6-foot cord plus built-in surge protection.

  • Metal housing feels sturdier than plastic strips
  • Wide outlet spacing fits bulky power adapters
  • Built-in surge protection
  • Takes up more mounting depth than slim strips
  • 6ft cord may be short for larger desks
Best Budget

ANNQUAN 40W Fast Charging Power Strip

4.4

A slim 0.35in-thick power strip with 12 outlets and a 45-degree angled plug, built to fit in tight spaces without eating desk clearance.

  • Very slim profile for tight mounting spots
  • 12 outlets at a low price point
  • Angled plug saves clearance
  • No dedicated USB-C fast-charging ports
  • Lower surge-protection joule rating than premium picks
Best for Charging

Addtam AD12W3U Power Strip

4.5

A 15-port power strip (12 AC outlets plus 3 USB ports) with a 1050-joule surge rating and overload/short-circuit/overheat protection, aimed at tech-heavy desks with lots of devices to charge.

  • 15 total ports (12 AC + 3 USB)
  • 1050-joule surge protection rating
  • Multiple layers of overload/short-circuit protection
  • Larger footprint given the high port count
  • USB ports are standard-speed, not USB-C PD
Best Splurge

Mifaso PD30W Desk Clamp Power Strip

4.6

A desk-clamp power strip with 30W USB-C PD fast charging and surge protection, aimed at anyone who wants a premium clamp-mount finish rather than screw-mounting under the desk.

  • Clamp mount needs no screws or drilling
  • 30W USB-C PD fast charging built in
  • Premium finish compared to budget strips
  • Highest price of the picks here
  • Clamp needs a desk edge with clearance underneath

Which one should you get?

You don't want to drill into your desk

Get the Mifaso PD30W -- its clamp mount needs no screws and still includes fast USB-C charging.

You have a lot of devices to charge at once

The Addtam AD12W3U's 15 total ports cover more devices than a standard 6-8 outlet strip.

You just want the cheapest reliable option

The ANNQUAN strip's slim, angled design fits tight spaces without the higher price of premium picks.

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