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US to Singapore Power Adapter: What Plug Do I Need? (2024)

US to Singapore Power Adapter: What Plug Do I Need? (2024)

Singapore is an outlier in low-cost, backpacker-friendly Southeast Asia. The tiny city-state is extremely developed (the only place in the region where you can safely drink the tap water) and exceedingly organized, which makes it a fairly straightforward travel destination.

Foreign travelers, though, will need a power adapter in order to plug in electronic devices there. So make sure you pack one along with your phone, laptop, camera, and Kindle, along with the right equipment to ensure your favorite devices don’t become damaged.

Power Outlets in Singapore

Singapore power outlet

Singapore primarily uses Type G outlets, which have three rectangular holes and are grounded. These British-style plugs are used in neighboring Malaysia and in parts of Indonesia as well.

You may also find Type C sockets in Singapore, which are the most common European outlet type. These sockets have two round holes and are ungrounded. Type G outlets only work with the Type G plug, but Type C outlets can take any plug type that has two round pins.

Like the rest of Southeast Asia (and most countries outside the US), Singapore uses a voltage of 230V and a frequency of 50 Hz.

Singapore Power Adapter

Singapore power adapter

Anyone packing for a trip to the city-state will be asking, “What plug do I need for Singapore?” Both Type G and Type C outlets require a US-to-Singapore power adapter, so you’ll need an adapter no matter what. Bringing a universal adapter will be the easiest since they include nearly every plug type and should work with any outlet you encounter in Singapore. Be aware that Type G sockets often have a small on/off switch in the corner, and if your adapter has a large plug head, it may get in the way of the switch.

We recommend this quality universal adapter because it includes both a Type G and Type C plugs. Although it’s compact, it’s compatible in over 100 countries around the world, so you can use it to charge your personal electronics on your future travels as well.

This high-quality adapter comes equipped with a built-in fuse protector and a lifetime replacement guarantee, so it will serve you well in all future travels!

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Other Singapore Packing List Items

In addition to your US-to-Singapore power adapter, these items will help you pack with intention and expand the possibilities of your getaway. Also, check out our Singapore packing list for more inspiration and ideas.

1. Neck Wallet / Passport Holder

Crime rates in Singapore are fairly low, but pickpocketing and petty theft occur in almost all big cities, particularly in crowded touristy areas. Keep your money and credit cards in a neck wallet, which will cut the chances of them getting stolen to near zero. It organizes your cash, credit cards, passports, phones, travel documents and more while concealing it under your shirt so you don’t have to flash your wallet repeatedly. It’s great to stay organized during long international travel days, and we love the RFID-blocking material to protect financial data.

neck wallet

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2. Jet Lag Relief

Singapore is 12 hours ahead of the U.S.’s East Coast. This combined with a major time-zone change means jet lag is probably inevitable. Fortunately, you can reduce its effect by packing some jet lag relief pills, which will help get your sleep cycle on a normal schedule more quickly. You don’t want to waste precious time on vacation sleeping, and it will help you bounce back on the return trip too.

jet lag relief

3. Virtual Private Network (VPN)

Like many other countries in Southeast Asia, the government of Singapore blocks certain websites, which means you’ll need a VPN to access them. Beyond that, though, it’s always smart to use a VPN while you’re traveling to protect your privacy when you’re logging onto different public Wi-Fi networks. I learned this when I had my credit card number stolen at (what I thought was a safe) Airbnb. Anything from hotels to airports to cafes can leave you vulnerable and you’d be surprised how many prying eyes there are trying to monitor your online activity (your ISP, government entities, nosy neighbors, and clever hackers!)

We use NordVPN because they offer unlimited bandwidth and the fastest streaming of any competitor. You’ll have access to regionally-censored websites like Facebook, Netflix, HBO, Hulu, PayPal, and more. For only a few dollars a month, we can’t recommend a VPN enough – it’s a must-have for privacy and online freedom.

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4. Lipstick-Sized Portable Charger

Your smartphone is a travel essential these days. It’s your camera, your GPS/map, and your flashlight, not to mention entertainment for long bus rides. But it won’t serve any of those functions if the battery dies. Keep a small portable charger with you, and you’ll be able to juice it up wherever you go. It’s a real lifesaver in an emergency, so don’t leave without it.

Lipstick-Sized Charger

5. Hanging Toiletry Bag

Once you try a hanging toiletry bag, you won’t go back! It will organize all of your toiletries into massive compartments that fold up into a leak-proof bag. Hang it on any pole, shower, door, or hook – it will unfold to create a built-in shelf so you don’t have to leave random bottles all over the hotel room.

We love that this product is designed in Hawaii – made by travelers, for travelers. It makes repacking so easy and organizes all of your skincare, haircare, dental products, makeup, washcloths, medicine, and more. Plus, it’s water-resistant and leakproof so your items will survive the airline’s very rough transit experience.

hanging toiletry bag

6. Travel Insurance for Singapore

If you get sick or injured while traveling, you’ll be lucky if it happens in Singapore, which has world-class medical facilities. However, like most things in Singapore, medical care is expensive! And your US health insurance generally does not cover you overseas . To make sure you don’t get stuck paying a giant bill out-of-pocket, sign up for a travel insurance plan before you leave.

We use Faye because they have outperformed any provider we’ve ever worked with. They’ll cover you for common issues like baggage loss, theft, flight delays, rentals, pet care, and costly medical bills. No one plans to get sick or be pickpocketed, but these things happen all the time and you should not pay for it on your own – not when travel insurance will cover it for you. Faye is 100% digital, which means the funds are wired to you quickly without awful paperwork. They’re the best and we would not travel internationally without them.

Travel Insurance for Singapore

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7. Quick-Dry Travel Towel

You’ll likely indulge in some water activities in Singapore. But you never know if your hotel will provide a towel (or if it will be too big, fluffy, and impractical to carry around). We bring this travel-sized microfiber option that is super absorbent and dries 10x faster than cotton. It’s perfect as a beach blanket, seat cover on public transit, wrap if visiting a modest holy site, and more!

travel towel

8. Waterproof Phone Pouch

When in Singapore, you should enjoy some boating, kayaking, and beach days. While the beaches are a bit limited, there are still great, family-friendly ones like Sentosa Beach and Palawan Beach. Pack this waterproof phone case to protect your lifeline from moisture, sun, and sand. My wife’s camera lens was once scratched by a sand grain, which ruined its photo-taking abilities, so it’s wise to keep this on even for sunbathing too.

Waterproof Phone Pouch

9. Packing Cubes

If you find that your suitcase or backpack tends to explode as soon as you open it in your hotel room – packing cubes will be a game-changer! Fold or roll one type of clothing (tops, shorts, socks, pajamas, essentials, etc.) into each cube, and then pack the cubes into your bag. It’ll be much easier to stay tidy and organized on the road, plus it makes repacking a breeze! The two bonus laundry bags are a treat, and you can start with the 3-pack if you need a smaller set.

packing cubes

10. Activated Charcoal

This is an item I wouldn’t venture to Asia without. Not to scare you, but with all the foreign cuisine and sometimes raw fish, food poisoning can happen. Traveler’s diarrhea is a common plague no matter where you go because your body is adjusting to a new local fare. Be sure to select food vendors that have proper food storage (heated, on ice, regular circulation, etc.) and pack these activated charcoal tablets as a backup. These pills will stop any harmful pathogens from absorbing into your stomach so you don’t suffer from a gnarly stomach ache. They’ll get you on your feet quicker and mitigate the distress, trust me.

Activated Charcoal

11. Windproof Travel Umbrella

It rains about 170 days a year in Singapore (nearly half the time!) Even if it’s a quickly-passing drizzle, you’ll need a reliable travel umbrella for your time in Singapore. This windproof option is well-made and lightweight. I also love that it can cover 2 people so you don’t have to bring separate ones.

Windproof Travel Umbrella

12. Packable Clothesline

For swimsuits and wet towels, bring a retractable clothesline with you to Singapore. You never know if you’ll have access to a washer or dryer at your accommodation, but this allows you to air-dry items on your patio or across your bathroom. I love this set in particular because it’s very small when not expanded and comes with the necessary clothespins.

Packable Clothesline

13. TSA-Approved Luggage Locks

Even TSA recommends that you attach luggage locks when checking your suitcases. For international travel in particular, your belongings are out-of-sight for long durations, and it will offer peace of mind to know they’re secure. I attach these to my backpack when exploring crowded areas prone to pickpocketing, and they come in handy for city lockers, hotel lockers, and more.

TSA-Approved Luggage Locks

14. Extra Phone Charging Cables

Of course, you can’t use your charger without a charging cable, which is an item that often gets left behind on a train or loaned out and never returned. Just to be safe, pack some extra charging cables for your trip. You’re bound to leave one at an airport or hotel, so it’s wise to bring some spares.

Extra Phone Charging Cables

15. Packable “Just in Case” Bag

The shopping is epic in Singapore and you’ll likely want to bring some trinkets back home. Between Orchard Road, Little India, Chinatown, Bugis Street, and artisan markets – be sure to pack this “just in case” bag. This one is our go-to because the duffle material is uber lightweight, and the size qualifies it as your personal item for the return flight. This will help you forgo those pesky carry-on fees and it fits perfectly under your seat or overhead.

Packable “Just in Case” Bag

Electricity in Singapore

Singapore is one of the most modernized countries in the world and is known for its high level of organization. The country’s electrical grid reflects that, with its high-quality infrastructure. Power outages there are rare and typically only occur during storms or emergencies, so you’re unlikely to experience one during your trip.

Do I need a voltage converter for Singapore?

Whether you’ll need a US-to-Singapore voltage converter depends on what type of electric devices you plan to bring. Even though the US’s voltage is lower, most American-made electronics (including phones and laptops) are compatible with Singapore’s 230V grid.

However, common exceptions are hair dryers, curling irons, and electric razors, which are typically only rated to around 120V. If you plug any of them into the wall in Singapore without a converter, it will destroy the device and could shock you or start a fire.

If you plan to travel abroad frequently, you could also order new appliances that are rated 220V-240V, which you’ll be able to use anywhere in the world.

Other FAQs about traveling in Singapore

1. what is the weather like in singapore.

Because Singapore so tiny and its elevation only changes by about 500 feet, the whole country has the same weather. Like most of Southeast Asia, Singapore has a tropical climate, meaning it’s generally hot and humid year-round. The temperatures don’t even drop much at night; average highs are usually in the upper-80s, with average lows in the upper-70s. One thing that does vary, though, is rainfall. The rainy season runs from September to January, while the dry season lasts from February to August.

2. When to travel to Singapore?

When to travel to Singapore?

Between May and August, haze and smoke from fires in nearby Sumatra (Indonesia) penetrate the city, creating hazardous levels of air quality. While it won’t cause serious problems except for travelers with respiratory issues (who should avoid visiting during those months), it’s still not a pleasant time to be in Singapore. To miss both the fires and the rainy season, February and March are usually considered the best months to visit Singapore. That’s also tourist season, though, meaning it will be more crowded and prices will go up. Ultimately, you’ll have to decide what you want to avoid most: the crowds, the rains, or the smoke. Be sure to check current  Singapore travel advisories  before you go.

3. What to do in Singapore?

Singapore has no shortage of things to do, both within the city proper and in the outlying areas. Gardens by the Bay, the sprawling park next to the Marina Bay Sands Hotel, is the most iconic attraction. The park is really known for the vibrant sound and light show that takes place every evening but arrive earlier to experience the park in the daylight as well. For such a dense urban area, Singapore also has a surprising selection of hikes, including the Southern Ridges Trail and the Changi Coastal Walk. Another of Singapore’s best-known but totally quirky sites is Haw Par Villa, a museum dedicated to the Buddhist concept of hell. For less bizarre displays, head to the National Gallery and the Asian Civilizations Museum instead. Make sure you have time to just walk around the city and take it all in; Chinatown, Little India, and Haji Lane are the must-see areas. Lastly, to see the small part of the country that isn’t city, take a day trip to Sentosa, Kusu Island, or St. John’s Island.

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4. How to get around in Singapore?

How to get around in Singapore?

Since it’s so small and dense, Singapore is very easy to get around. Public transportation there is simple to use and includes both extensive train networks and dozens of bus routes. No matter where you are in Singapore, you probably won’t be far from a stop. Taxis are easy to come by as well, and ride-sharing apps like Grab and Go-Jek are popular and usually very cheap. Unlike many Southeast Asian cities, Singapore is also extremely pedestrian-friendly; covered sidewalks are the norm, and traffic rules are strictly enforced. Lastly, to get from the city to the offshore islands, ferries leave from several different terminals.

5. How to save money in Singapore?

The cost of living (and traveling) in Singapore is high, and if you’re coming from anywhere else in Southeast Asia, it’ll seem exorbitant. But it’s still possible to visit on a budget. Little India is generally the cheapest neighborhood for accommodations, so staying there is the best way to travel on a budget; to save, even more, consider a hostel dorm instead of a private room. Taking public transportation will also save you money over cabs or ride-sharing, and hawker centers are cheaper (and more interesting!) than restaurants. Singapore has loads of free things to do as well, including several of its museums, and there are even free walking tours.

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What is the plug for Singapore? Before you travel, check the information below to make sure your electronic devices are compatible with the outlet type and voltage.

Electrical Summary

Singapore uses outlet types C, G, M at a voltage of 230V and a frequency of 50 Hz.

Plug Compatibility: Type C, Type G, Type M

Voltage: 230V

Frequency: 50 Hz

Type C Outlet: A white electrical outlet with two sockets

Can North Americans use Electronics in Singapore without an Adapter?

No! North Americans will need an adapter for the outlets and a transformer for the voltage when traveling to Singapore . North Americans device plugs will not work with the outlet types in Singapore . Also, the voltage in Singapore is different from North American voltages.

Can Europeans use Electronics in Singapore without an adapter?

Yes! Europeans do not need a travel adapter or transformer when traveling to Singapore . Most device plugs will work with the outlet types in Singapore . Also, the voltage in Singapore is the same as in Europe.  

What Outlet does Singapore Use?

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Type C plug sockets have two round pins and no grounding pin. These plugs are typically used with devices that have a voltage of 230V.

Type G plug sockets have two rectangular pins and a grounding pin. These plugs are typically used with devices that have a voltage of 230V.

Type M plug sockets have three round pins, similar to type D plug sockets. These plugs are typically used with devices that have a voltage of 230V.

Is it safe to drink water in Singapore?

To be on the safe side, you can use common precautions such as boiling tap water for at least one minute, using water purification tablets, or drinking bottled water. It’s also important to note that ice may be made from tap water and that foods may be washed or prepared with tap water.

We recommend always packing a filtered water bottle when traveling:

Travel Essentials

Be sure to check our list of travel essentials before your trip!

Recommended Travel Essentials

Should I get travel insurance when traveling to Singapore?

It is generally recommended to get travel insurance when traveling to a different country. Travel insurance can provide financial protection and peace of mind in case of unexpected events, such as medical emergencies, trip cancellations, lost or stolen baggage, or other travel-related mishaps.

Travel insurance can cover various expenses related to your trip, such as medical expenses, emergency medical transportation, trip cancellation or interruption, lost or stolen baggage or personal belongings, and other travel-related expenses.

Before purchasing travel insurance, it’s important to carefully review the policy details, including the coverage limits, exclusions, and any applicable deductibles or copays. You should also make sure that the policy covers any activities or destinations that you plan to participate in or visit during your trip.

Travel Summary

The city-state is home to many must-see attractions, including the Marina Bay Sands complex, Gardens by the Bay, and the iconic Merlion statue. Visitors can also enjoy shopping on Orchard Road, exploring the vibrant neighborhood of Chinatown, and learning about the country’s history and culture at the National Museum of Singapore.

For foodies, Singapore is a paradise with its famous hawker centers offering a wide variety of local and international cuisine at affordable prices. Be sure to try the signature dishes of Hainanese Chicken Rice, Laksa, and Char Kway Teow.

Singapore is also a great place for families, with attractions such as Universal Studios Singapore, Sentosa Island, and the Singapore Zoo.

Additionally, the country is well known for its cleanliness, safety, and efficient public transportation system, making it easy and convenient to navigate.

Overall, Singapore is a fascinating and welcoming destination that offers a unique blend of cultures, sights, and flavors that are sure to make any traveler’s experience unforgettable.

Traveling to another country? Check out our Countries page for more info.

The Best Travel Plug Adapter

A group of some of our picks arranged on a wooden table.

If you want to use electronic devices in a different country, you’ll probably need a travel plug adapter. After spending more than 30 hours researching and testing 14 options, we found the Epicka Universal Travel Adapter to be the best one. It fits four types of outlets, and it has more USB ports than any of its competitors, so it can can charge more devices at higher speeds.

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Epicka Universal Travel Adapter

Best universal travel adapter.

With four plugs that will work in most countries, plus faster-charging USB ports (and more of them) than its competitors, this adapter is the best all-around choice.

Buying Options

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Ceptics International Worldwide Travel Plug Adapter 5 Piece Set

The best plug adapter.

Individually, these tiny plug adapters are smaller, lighter, and cheaper than any universal travel adapter. To juice up multiple devices, though, you’d need a separate multiport charger too.

us to singapore travel adapter

Ceptics Plug Adapter Set

Heavier, but sturdier.

The plugs in this set of five are bigger and heavier than our top pick for plug adapters, but more solidly built.

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In a sea of almost-identical travel adapters, the Epicka Universal Travel Adapter stands out, combining the best of the features we were looking for. It contains the three most common international plugs and a US-style plug, which should cover you in the majority of countries around the world. It has the most USB ports—four of the standard USB-A and one USB-C—of any universal adapter we tested, and it could charge more of our devices faster. A replaceable fuse and an included spare should take the brunt of any accidental, unfortunate, or shockingly bad connections. The Epicka is fairly compact and well built, and it even comes with a nylon case.

However, no universal travel adapter is truly universal, and they’re all a lot bulkier and more expensive than simple plug adapters. If you want the smallest adapter possible, or if you’re going someplace where a universal adapter won’t work (more on that in a minute), then a plug adapter could be what you need.

The Ceptics tiny plug adapters are barely larger than the prongs they convert. Small, simple, and cheap, they’re perfect for someone who wants to carry only the adapter they’ll need and who already has a multiport USB wall charger they like. Like our universal adapter picks, this set contains the three most common international plugs and the US plug. However, it also includes a somewhat rarer plug used in some European countries that has two thick, cylindrical prongs. This means that the Ceptics will likely cover you in even more places—as long as you pack the appropriate plug adapter.

These plug adapters are bigger than our top pick for plug adapters, but this means they offer a larger surface for chargers to brace against, which makes them more stable and less likely to fall off the wall. (We’ll call these “ Ceptics White ” to minimize confusion and set them apart from our “Ceptics Black” top pick.) While you can purchase these as a five-pack, which contains basically the same assortment of plugs as the Ceptics Black set, the company also sells, in this same model line, three-packs for nearly a dozen specific regions. So if you’re headed to a country not covered by the so-called universal travel adapters (for example, Brazil , India , Israel , or South Africa ), or if you want to purchase multiple adapters for your gear, there’s probably an option available here.

A note up here, which we’ll discuss in detail below: All of these are adapters only . They do not convert voltage. The majority of your electronic devices only need adapters—the voltage converter is built into the charger itself. (If the device charges via USB, just about any USB port will suffice, though different ports may provide different charging speeds.) Check out Do you need a voltage converter? if you’re curious about these aspects.

The research

Why you should trust us, who should get this, how we picked, how we tested, our pick: epicka universal travel adapter, flaws but not dealbreakers, our pick: ceptics international worldwide travel plug adapter 5 piece set, runner-up: ceptics adapter plug set for worldwide international travel use, do you need a voltage converter, the competition.

In addition to my work here at Wirecutter, I also write about tech and travel for CNET, Forbes, and Wirecutter’s parent company, The New York Times . Perhaps more relevant to this guide, I usually spend a good chunk of each year (global pandemics aside) as a digital nomad, living months at a time in different countries all over the world. My current country count is 50, spread across six continents, and since I travel with a lot of electronics gear for work, being able to plug in is obviously crucial.

I’ve owned and used many different types of universal-style travel adapters, and several different companies’ worth of plug adapters, plus I’ve talked with countless travelers about what they like … or, more important, what they hate. We also got some advice from Wirecutter's Mark Smirniotis, who used to oversee our power devices section.

Do you travel? Are you going to travel sometime in the (near or far) future? Do you want to be able to charge or use electronic devices in a different country? If so, you’re probably going to need a travel plug adapter. There’s a variety of different outlet types around the world, not to mention different voltages and frequencies, so you can’t expect your phone charger to just plug in and work wherever you’re headed. Sure, Canada, Mexico, Japan, and many other countries use the same small pair of prongs as the US, but places like continental Europe, the UK, Australia, India, Russia, and pretty much everywhere else do not.

A front look at a wall outlet with two standard plugs in addition to a USB-A and USB-C port.

You have two main choices when it comes to travel plug adapters: the universal-style travel adapters (that’s one device with multiple sets of prongs that you extend and retract) and smaller, individual plug adapters that usually come in sets. Both have pros and cons.

Should you get a universal travel adapter or a simple plug adapter?

Universal travel adapters are for the person who wants one handy adapter that will work in just about every country. You can keep it next to your passport and toss it in your luggage when you’re packing. The ones we considered have USB ports, so you don’t need to worry about bringing a separate charger for anything that charges via USB (think  phones  and noise-cancelling headphones ). However, these are bulky, they have parts that can break, and even the best will take longer to charge your phone or tablet than will a good USB wall charger .

The alternative is small and simple plug adapters. These attach to the prongs of your current USB charger (whether it’s a multiport one or the charger that came with your device) to allow them to fit into a foreign outlet. These can work because nearly every modern charger can adjust to the available voltage in pretty much every country, as long as you can adapt the prongs to fit in the outlet. (More on this in Do you need a voltage converter? ) These are great for people who already have a multiport USB charger they like and don’t want to deal with the additional bulk of a universal travel adapter. Also, these are necessary if you’re traveling to a country that has outlets incompatible with any of the four types included in a universal adapter (which, as that sentence reveals, aren’t actually universal).

The choice between universal travel adapters and individual plug adapters ultimately comes down to personal preference. Both types work, and different people will like or dislike each. If you’re not sure which will be best for you, read each section here closely.

Here’s the big caveat: If you’re planning on bringing something with you that has a motor, a heating element, or a single power cord that leads directly from the plug to the device (i.e. there’s no power brick or wall wart ), it almost certainly won’t work with a travel plug adapter. Most people will only need one of the adapter choices we recommend, but very occasionally there’s a piece of gear that needs a voltage converter. For more on that topic, also check out the voltage converters section below.

Where in the world will your travel plug adapter work?

All universal travel adapters have four different sets of prongs, which cover most countries most Americans tend to travel to. First is the big, wide-blade UK-style plug (often designated "Type G”) . This will work in places like the UK, obviously, and also Ireland, Hong Kong, and some other parts of Asia and the Middle East.

A view of the slim outlets found in Italy.

Next is the round Europe-style plug, aka the Europlug (Type C) . However, this is where we run into complications. This plug should work in most of Europe—it was designed, in fact, to fit into a wide range of European outlet types. For instance, parts of Italy, Switzerland, and Denmark each use different plugs from one another. Should this double-round one work in those locations? Yes. Will it? Hard to say. I’ve stayed in places where my Europlug didn’t work, yet it did in the hostel before and the hotel after—all within the same small region of a country. With any luck, if this happens to you, the place you’re staying will have a power strip that will let you plug in, though there’s no guarantee of that.

Third is the angled small-blade style (Type I) found in Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and other parts of Oceania, and a few other areas. Some universal adapters have one set of blades for this and the US style—you just manually rotate the blades into the correct position depending on where you are. In our testing, we had no trouble getting them to work.

The last, the small US-style blades (Type A or B) , mean you could use our picks to visit the US and other countries that have the same plugs—if, that is, you’re reading this from outside the US.

What are the places not covered by these four styles? Some parts of Brazil, South Africa, India, and more. I’ve stayed in parts of Italy, for example, that should have Europlugs but only had something called Type L . I’ve stayed in houses in Brazil that had Type N , but the Europlug fit enough to work. In others, it wouldn’t.

To find out which plugs you might need while traveling, refer to the excellent Wikipedia article called Mains electricity by country that shows pictures of (almost) all the possible plugs and outlets, along with a list of the world’s countries and (almost all of) the style or styles they use. This is invaluable information to check before you leave. If multiple plug types are listed for a specific country and you’re staying in an older building, you should probably assume its outlets will require whatever plug isn’t on a universal travel adapter, since these only have the most common, newer varieties of plugs.

Which brings us to perhaps the most important fact: Getting your gear to work in different countries isn’t quite as simple as it should be, and there’s no single solution that’s guaranteed to work for everyone. Our picks should work for you, but you may have some random piece of equipment, or be traveling to some country, for which our “good for most” picks just won’t work. (Case in point: One Wirecutter editor visited Iceland recently. The house she stayed in had outlets unlike anything on Wikipedia’s chart, and the plug adapters she’d used elsewhere in Reykjavik didn’t fit at all. It turns out the mystery sockets belonged to an obscure Italian system from the 1960s that was popular in Iceland for a time. Luckily, the hosts had power strips in the house that her adapters fit into.) We’ll try to mention such potential caveats when we can, but the world is a big place, and when it comes to electricity and wall outlets, there’s a lot of variation. That’s important to keep in mind.

The collection of our outlet adapter picks arrayed on a table.

There are approximately 70 billion universal travel plug adapters on the Web. However, after spending 20 hours staring at them, I found there’s only about a dozen basic designs—and countless “companies” selling them. Among those dozen or so actually different products, I saw a few distinctions that helped narrow the field. Since most options had four USB ports, that seemed like a reasonable minimum to require. Their maximum power output, rated in amps, became a determining factor in our rankings. The higher the maximum output, the faster the port will charge your gear.

Some plugs came with a replaceable fuse, which seemed like a good idea, and a few included a replacement for said fuse, which seemed even better. This way, if either you plug the adapter into a sketchy outlet or a roommate at the hostel uses your adapter to plug in their completely necessary portable arc welder, the fuse will go, not your adapter. Then it’s just a matter of swapping in the included spare fuse and you’re good to go.

These fuses have a maximum power rating, and therefore the adapters have a maximum wattage rating. However, you shouldn’t be connecting anything with a high enough power draw to trip these fuses. Check out Do you need a voltage converter? for more information. The short version is that recharging portable electronic devices is fine, but powering anything that has a motor or heats up is not. Nearly every appliance or device has its power draw written on it somewhere , so worst case, you can compare that to what’s listed on the adapter. And so you don’t have to look it up, volts × amps = watts.

The other option we considered and tested is individual plug adapters. These small adapters attach to the prongs of your current charger so they’ll plug into a foreign outlet. In deciding which of these to test, we judged by size and available plug-type options. As you’ll see with our two picks, one is exceptionally small, and the other offers sturdier plugs that are available in a range of plug types that’s wide enough to cover you no matter where in the world you’re headed.

The universal travel adapters are far more similar to one another than they are different. However, getting in a dozen and playing with them for a while revealed that some felt better put together than others. After spending several minutes with each one, forcefully extending the various plugs, slamming them back in, and just being fairly rough with them, I found it easy to tell which felt like they’d last a few trips, and which wouldn’t. None felt like you’d own them for a lifetime. Since none are expensive, though, this didn’t seem like a major issue.

All had a US-style plug, so I tested each one in several outlets around my house—some new, some old. I didn’t find much difference in how they fit and worked. I connected several chargers and plugs to the output side of each adapter as well. Again, not much difference. Last, I checked how bright the LED on each was, since a too-bright LED keeping me awake has been a pet peeve of mine for years. Many USB chargers have LEDs bright enough to practically read from; I eliminated any universal adapter that had this problem.

For the plug adapters, I tried plugging in several devices, as well as inserting them into outlets around my house. I checked how tight the connections were and how they felt overall. Would they fall apart with simple use or perhaps hold up to being tossed around in bags for a few weeks or months?

In reality, the testing for all the adapter types didn’t reveal much variation in terms of performance. These are all remarkably similar products. How they felt to use and their different features played a far bigger role in establishing our final picks.

Our pick the Epicka sitting on a table by itself.

While all the universal travel adapters we tested included the same three types of plugs (plus the familiar US-style one), they differed in how many USB ports each had and how quickly they could charge—and that’s where the Epicka Universal Travel Adapter excelled. It has five USB ports: four of the standard USB-A size and one of the newer USB-C. (You may not have a USB-C device at the moment, but you likely will in the future.) These will let you charge, say, three phones, two tablets, and—via the adapter’s main plug—a camera battery that has its own wall charger, all at once.

In addition, and just as important, is the maximum power output: 5.6 amps. This was the highest of all the adapters we considered, which means you can charge more of your devices at higher speeds before hitting the max output.

Keep in mind that the maximum output per USB-A port is 2.4 amps, the max on the USB-C port is 3 amps, and if you’re using all five ports you won’t be able to charge every connected device at full speed—it’ll only give you that 5.6 amp output in total . The output is still far lower than what you can get from a decent USB charger combined with our pick for a simple plug adapter (more on that in the plug adapter section , below), but it’s significantly better than most universal travel adapters, which often max out under 3 amps total.

The Epicka has three sliders on one side, with a button on the other to lock/unlock your chosen plug in place. This arrangement feels more secure than the semi-locking or slide-locking system that some other universals use. However, this is plastic-on-plastic, so don’t expect a tank. As these things go, the Epicka feels sturdy. The US and Australia share a pair of prongs—you twist the prongs manually to set them up for an angled Australia-style outlet.

A look at the four USB-A ports on the underside of our pick.

The four regular USB plugs are all on one side, which is tidier than the “flailing gibbon” look of some other universal adapters.

The above details were what put the Epicka at the top of our list, but the adapter has a few other features that are the cherry on top, so to speak. For instance, it comes with a small nylon case and a USB cable with a split end, so it works with either Micro-USB or Lightning devices. While the adapter has an LED to show you it’s working, the glow isn’t so bright as to be a distraction at night.

A look at the adjustable sliders.

One last note. There are multiple Epicka universal adapters, and even Epicka can’t keep the names straight. We’ve seen this one called, variously, Universal Travel Adapter, International Travel Adapter, Travel Adapter-2, Universal USB Travel Power Adapter (2018), and even Universal Travel Adapter One Worldwide International Wall Charger AC Plug Adaptor with 5.6A Smart Power 3.0A USB Type-C for USA EU UK AUS Cell Phone Tablet Laptop (Grey). Best to follow the link above. Also, you may find another company selling a twin of this. The Epicka has the most reviews and offers free shipping with Prime. The other options we saw have few or no reviews, or charge outrageous shipping costs.

As with all of these adapters, I wouldn’t expect the Epicka to last forever. Given its locking design and case, it’s probably going to last longer than many others, but all of these are almost entirely inexpensive plastic devices. Just something to keep in mind.

While the prongs themselves felt secure, and being able to lock them into place was nice, it’s entirely possible that the size and weight of the adapter, plus whatever you’ve plugged into it, could pull it out of an outlet. That is, unfortunately, a risk with every universal adapter.

Another risk with any universal adapter—as we mentioned above—is that it’s not going to work where you’re headed. Epicka claims it will work in 150 countries, but there are more than 200 countries (the exact number is harder to pin down than you might realize) . And even in each of those 150 countries, there’s no guarantee that the adapter will work in every outlet in every building. Plug adapters are a somewhat safer bet to work specifically where you’re going, but they have their own downsides, which we’ll discuss below.

Also, while the Epicka is a little smaller than some of the others we tested, all universal adapters are much bulkier than plug adapters. As someone who has spent most of the past several years traveling, I feel plug adapters are far easier and less annoying to deal with. This is largely why we have two recommendations for that category.

A group of our adapter picks.

The Ceptics Plug Adapter set combines everything we were looking for in plug adapters: small size, solid build quality, and—well, small size is really the thing here. Each adapter is no larger than it needs to be to fit over the American-style prongs of your charger. The plastic feels solid and not flimsy. Each adapter has the region or countries it should be used in written on the side. The five plugs in the set are the same four as you’ll find on the universal adapters recommended above, plus the thicker, round European-style prongs used in parts of France, parts of Asia, and elsewhere.

Though the set comes with a small case, you probably wouldn’t be traveling with the entire set very often. Instead, you’d pack just the specific adapter or adapters you’d be using on each trip. These are for the person who wants to travel as light and as simply as possible. I myself, and my friends who travel frequently, swear by these small, inexpensive adapters. Also, if you have a USB multiport charger you like or a charger that’s especially fast, you can use that charger with just a tiny, almost weightless plug at the end.

However, plug adapters aren’t for everyone, and that’s why they’re not our main pick. For one thing, if you don’t already own a multiport USB wall charger, you’ll still have to get one if you don’t want to carry a charger for each device. Also, depending on what you’re connecting with these plug adapters, your charger or device could wobble and maybe fall out. The connections inside are solid enough that this shouldn’t happen, but it’s possible. Our universal-adapter picks, as well as the other Ceptics set we discuss below, have a larger “face” for your charger to brace against—more like that of a traditional outlet—so there’s less chance of gravity having its way with your gear.

Being small and inexpensive, plug adapters are not built for high-power, high-wattage items, though hopefully we’ve persuaded you to leave those at home . If you’re charging a battery, you should be fine. If you’re running a motor, probably not. Laptops, yes; mini-fridges, no.

A charger plugged into our adapter pick

Last, these things being so small, you could easily lose them in your bag or leave them behind in an outlet somewhere, if you’re the type of person who loses things. (That’s why I usually keep mine connected to my charger.)

For a hardcore traveler like me, these are my pick. They’re cheap, light, and small, and they work.

A group of our runnerup plugs

Though made by the same company as the Ceptics International Worldwide Travel Plug Adapter 5 Piece Set—and bearing a confusingly similar name—the plug adapters in the Ceptics Adapter Plug Set for Worldwide International Travel Use are, as you can see, a completely different design. They’re much larger than the other Ceptics (let’s call the previous set Ceptics Black and this one Ceptics White for simplicity). Nonetheless, they’re each smaller than a universal adapter, and they have one key benefit over our top plug-adapter pick: You can purchase them in multipacks for individual regions, including regions beyond those covered by the Ceptics Black set.

The Ceptics White are small, but not as small as the Ceptics Black. That extra size does offer one benefit, however: These adapters have more of a face on the output side, so there’s more surface for your charger to lean against. This means your charger is less likely to fall out. Again, neither set of plugs we tested had loose connections, but this is always a risk, as chargers vary. One other difference: In place of the two-pronged US plug we saw (type A) in our other picks, this set includes the three-pronged grounded version .

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The real benefit to the Ceptics Whites, however, is not their physical characteristics. This range is one of your only options if you want to buy a plug adapter for a specific region or country. Headed to India or South Africa ? A universal adapter probably won’t work, but you can get a three-pack of Ceptics that will. You can also buy the offset three-prong and in-line three-prong for Switzerland and Italy, respectively, as well as plugs for Israel and Brazil , both the thin and the thick European plugs, and of course, Australia and UK versions too. They cost less than $10 per set. Any of those links will bring you to a page that lets you choose among plugs for different regions—definitely verify at checkout that you’ve picked the correct ones!

These adapters are ideal for someone headed to a country not covered by a universal adapter, or who has multiple chargers they want to plug in while traveling. They’re not quite as compact as the Ceptics Black adapters, but for most people, this difference in size won’t be an issue. I’ve traveled with these Ceptics plugs for many years, and they show no signs of wear.

Every adapter you see in this guide merely sends the current from the wall directly to whatever you plug into it. These are not voltage converters. Which is to say, if you’re in the UK, whatever you plug into the front of the adapter is going to get the UK’s 220 volts/50 hertz electricity, not the 120 volt/60 hertz that you’d get in the US. Travel plug adapters don’t convert the voltage; they only convert the plug . (Our universal picks do convert the local current to USB voltage, but only for the USB ports.)

However, for the vast majority of people, this is all you need. It’s exceptionally rare that anyone would need a voltage converter anymore. This is because most so-called wall warts, like on your phone charger or your camera’s battery charger, will convert the wall voltage into what it needs automatically.

Take a look at your charger. Somewhere, it should say “100–220V 50/60Hz.” This means it can accept anything between 100 V and 220 V, which covers domestic electricity pretty much everywhere, and either 50 Hz or 60 Hz, which again covers everything. If your charger doesn’t say this, it might not work with a travel adapter. If it only says "120V–60Hz," it will almost certainly not work—or not work correctly—with a travel adapter.

But here’s the other reason we don’t recommend buying a voltage converter: Your device might not work even with one. Anything with a motor (like hair dryers), anything with a heating element (like a clothing iron or a curling iron), or anything with a plug that goes directly to the device (as in no wall wart), probably won’t work in another country regardless of what kind of converter or adapter you bring . The good news is, pretty much every hotel, hostel, and Airbnb will have a hair dryer you can borrow. This is one of those times where we can’t cover everything you might want to bring, but for the vast majority of you, you don’t need a voltage converter. Either it’s not necessary, or the device that needs one won’t work anyway. Worst case, if it’s something cheap and you really need it—a hot pot or an electric kettle, say—consider buying one at your destination.

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One occasional exception is electric razors. These often fall into the “single cable, no wall wart, has a motor” category. Which is to say, they probably won’t work without a voltage converter. (Again, check the fine print near the plug or on the device itself.) Many hotels have a shaver plug in the bathroom , with a US-style outlet and US-style 110 volt-or-so voltage. However, not every hotel will have these, and they’re very rare in hostels and Airbnbs. If you need one, best to call ahead and see if your hotel has them. Or use disposables on your trip.

It’s worth noting again for clarity, USB is USB, so if you’re just plugging in a USB cable , unless something is horribly wrong, one USB port’s voltage is the same as any other USB port’s voltage. How fast that port will charge your gear will vary (that’s related to amperage), but unless the charger is faulty, a USB port shouldn’t damage your gear.

We considered many more adapters than those listed here. However, the majority of travel adapters available boil down to just a dozen or so designs sold by myriad companies. We’ve listed two representatives of each of the most common designs, but in most cases, many more exist. Chances are, if it looks similar and has similar specs, it’s probably the same inside.

Universal travel adapters

Askali, Unidapt , others: Only 3.4 amps maximum output, which means it’ll take longer to charge all of your devices.

Bluegogo  (currently unavailable): Only two USB and slower-charging than our picks.

Bonaker: Formerly our runner-up pick, this travel adapter had the usual mix of four plug types to cover you in most countries, but its four USB-A ports were slower than our top pick’s, and it had no USB-C port at all. It’s also since disappeared from Amazon.

Bonazza , Urbo , others: Feels flimsy, even compared with others here. Two-piece design is more cumbersome than helpful. Only 3.4 amps maximum output.

Ceptics Travel Power Strip : The Travel Power Strip combines the interchangeable-plug aspect of the Ceptics Plug Adapter Set with a two-outlet power strip and short extension cord. It also has USB-A and USB-C outputs. If you have multiple non-USB items you want to charge at once—a laptop and a camera charger, for instance—this is a good option. But we think most travelers will prefer the more portable brick design of our picks over this power strip.

Conair Travel Smart : It has only one USB port, with a maximum of 1 amp, but with three outlets, it’s one of the few travel adapters that lets you plug in multiple non-USB devices.

Monoprice Compact Cube Universal Travel Adapter : I own one of these, and it’s fine, but if you’re going the universal route, our picks have USB charging for just a few dollars more. If you don’t need USB charging, our plug-adapter picks are probably better choices. Insten is a similar product but with, apparently, surge suppression built in. But as there’s no way to change the fuse, this is likely one-and-done if you plug in something too powerful.

Mu One (currently unavailable): The Mu offered a much higher power output than other travel adapters: 45 watts, enough to quickly charge even a big-battery device such as a MacBook Air. However, after trying and failing to launch a Mu Two in 2020, the company went out of business. The name and remaining assets were bought by a company called Discovery Club, which seems to be selling off the inventory.

Ougrand (green) : Same shape as the Unidapt, but with a USB-C in place of one of the regular USB connections; 3.4 amp max total.

Huanuo  (currently unavailable): A bit bulky, with three regular USB ports and one USB-C; 3.4 amps maximum.

WGGE , Jollyfit : Only 2.4 amps max, less than either of our picks.

Plug adapters

Bestek Grounded Universal Worldwide Plug : Likely made in the same factory as the Ceptics White plugs, the Bestek set looks the same and is roughly the same price. It offers a wide variety of plug types, but lacks the Type C Europlug that’s common in most adapter sets and usable across most of Europe. (The Europlug was invented to fit into a wide range of European outlet types.) If our Ceptics White pick is sold out, these will also work.

Lewis N. Clark Adapter Plug Kit  (currently unavailable): This kit looks fine, but it is more expensive and has one less plug compared with our Ceptics pick.

Insignia Global Travel Adapter Kit  (currently unavailable): The Insignia has a clever interlocking and compact design, akin to that of the old Flight 001 universal adapter (Flight 001, the specialty travel-gear retailer, is now no longer operating in the US), and the individual plugs feel solid. However, it is expensive compared with our picks, and it doesn’t offer anything that you couldn’t do with our picks just by connecting them end to end (if you wanted to).

This article was edited by Ria Misra and Christine Ryan.

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Geoffrey Morrison is Wirecutter’s former AV editor, current editor-at-large, and a travel writer and photographer. He covers action cameras, gimbals, travel backpacks, and other gear. He has been to all 50 states and 60 countries, and he is the author of Budget Travel for Dummies and the sci-fi novel Undersea .

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Whether you're planning a country-hopping odyssey or a quick business trip, your journey will go more smoothly with the right kit. That includes good travel adapters so you can safely charge all of your gadgets wherever you land. We've tested several, and our favorites below will work in most parts of the world.

Adapters make great gifts for travelers , and be sure to check out our roundup of other travel essentials if you’re a frequent flier. Don't forget to pack USB-C charging cables .

Updated January 2024: We added the OneBeat Travel Plug Adapter, mentioned the OneWorld135 and OneWorld30, added a note on our OneAdaptr recommendations, and updated prices throughout.

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Best Overall

Jet off to more than 200 countries with this compact adapter in your luggage, and you can charge up all your gadgets. The classic slider design pushes out EU, UK, and US plugs, and you can rotate the pins for sockets in Australia or China. I appreciate how securely the plugs lock into place, and you must press a side button to retract them. You have a universal input socket, and Ceptics has included three USB-A ports on the bottom and two USB-C ports on the side. The USB-A ports can deliver a maximum charging rate of 15.5 watts, while the USB-C ports offer up to 18 watts (one PD and one QC 3.0).

The main problem is the lack of any grounding, which is meant to reduce the risk of an electrical shock if there's a fault, such as a loose wire inside a device with a metal case. ( This video explains grounding really well. ) Thankfully, there's overload protection with an 8-amp fuse, and it comes with a spare, but you should not use this adapter with any device that has a third metal ground pin on its plug.

Upgrade Pick

Zendure's all-in-one travel adapter is what I toss in my bag first for every trip. It has a boxy design with sliding toggles to switch between US, European, and British plugs. (It covers more than 200 countries.) There’s an auto-resetting fuse to protect your gadgets from power surges, and the Passport III has a 10-amp limit. The latest version also sports a funky, translucent design with a metallic finish (purple is best). Sadly, there's no grounding, so you shouldn't use this adapter with any device that has a third metal grounding pin on its plug.

There are four USB-C ports alongside a single USB-A port and an AC socket, so you can charge six devices simultaneously. Using gallium nitride technology, Zendure was able to increase the power output of the USB-C port to 65 watts, capable of fully charging a 13-inch MacBook Pro in under two hours. That means you can leave your laptop's charging brick behind (if it charges via USB-C). There’s support for the Power Delivery (PD) and Programmable Power Supply (PPS) standards (Samsung uses PPS in its flagship range), so it can fast-charge almost any phone or tablet. It’s expensive, but this travel adapter will satisfy even the most gadget-laden of travelers.

★ A Good Alternative : The OneWorld 65 ($69) sports a very similar design, the same 65-watt charging rate, and support for more than 200 countries. But it has three USB-C and two USB-A ports. It comes in white and has a 10-amp fuse with a replacement included. WIRED readers can also get a discount with the code OneWorld65_15%Off .

Budget Pick

With the capability to work in more than 150 countries, this affordable adapter from Epicka will do the job for most people. It has sliders you push to reveal the three most common international plugs—EU, UK, and US—and you can rotate the pins for sockets in Australia or China. This plug can recharge your power-hungry devices, like laptops and camera batteries, but there are four USB-A ports on the bottom and a 15-watt USB-C port on the side for phones, tablets, smartwatches, and Kindles. It’s not as well constructed as our other universal adapter picks, but it's much cheaper.

Once again, there’s no grounding here, so don’t plug devices with a third metal ground pin into this adapter, but there is an 8-amp fuse for safety, and it comes with a spare. It is also certified by RoHS, CE, and FCC.

Best Travel Adapter Set

Universal adapters don't always work properly everywhere, and most do not have any grounding. The cheaper and more reliable alternative is to buy individual adapters. This international set from Ceptics is our favorite. It includes five types to cover most of the globe, and they are properly grounded. If you’re visiting only a single destination, just pack the relevant type. None of these adapters have any kind of USB ports, so you will need to bring the respective charging adapter for your gadgets.

This set is especially good for Europe, because it includes Type C, E/F, and G adapters (more on this below), so you’re covered for any socket. Ceptics offers an even cheaper and smaller five-piece set, but we don’t recommend it. The adapters are flimsy, there’s no grounding, and the European plug's design doesn’t work well with the recessed sockets you will sometimes encounter.The drawback of plug adapters is that they’re easy to lose, but at least Ceptics includes a small bag for storage.

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Extra Outlets

What I love about this sturdy, compact plug adapter is the lack of sliding pins or moving parts to worry about and that it stays put in the outlet. Offered in several versions (Type C, Type E/F, Type G), it enables you to charge up to six gadgets. I’ve been testing the Type G model in Scotland, and it plugs into a single outlet to give you three US outlets, a USB-C port, and two USB-A ports. The USB-C can put out up to 15 watts, and the USB-A ports are limited to 12 watts, not especially speedy but fine for overnight charging. The adapter is grounded and has various safety features.

On the downside, it can be tough to make use of all the outlets simultaneously as larger plugs, like the MacBook power adapter, tend to block one of the other US outlets. It does not offer surge protection, and the Type G adapter maxes out at 3,250 watts (250 volts, 13 amps), while the EU versions top out at 2,500 watts.

Ceptics World Travel Adapter Kit

For Charging Everything

This kit includes multiple plug attachments that slide and lock into place to keep you powered across most of the world. It is much larger than the average adapter, but provides two grounded US AC outlets. There is also a built-in USB-C cable, two USB-A ports, and two USB-C ports. The USB-A ports and built-in USB-C cable offer a combined maximum charging rate of 15 watts. The PD USB-C ports go up to 20 watts each. The top charging rate for all of them simultaneously is 55 watts.

There is built-in surge protection, but this is not a voltage converter, so don’t go plugging in hair dryers or other electronics that are not dual voltage. While the two AC outlets are handy, they are close together, so the shape and size of some plugs can make it tricky to use both. But with the ability to charge up to seven devices, this kit is handy. We also like the original Ceptics World Travel Adapter Kit ($36) , though it lacks the two USB-C ports.

OneAdaptr OneWorld 100

Fast Charging

With a familiar sliding pin design, this adapter also covers more than 200 countries. Taller and heavier than our top pick, this is OneAdaptr’s most powerful release to date, and it employs gallium nitride technology to deliver up to 100 watts. Aside from the universal AC outlet, you will find two USB-C ports and two USB-A ports on the bottom. Both USB-C ports offer 100-watt charging, and both USB-A ports are 18 watts, but 100 watts is the maximum in total, so when you plug in multiple devices, it divides between them.

Almost every charging standard you can think of is supported, including PD 3.0, QC 4+, FCP, SCP, AFC, PPS, and more, so there’s a good chance you can charge your phone at the fastest rate possible. There is no grounding, so don’t plug in any gadget with a third metal pin. But there is a 10-amp fuse with a spare included, and this adapter conforms to IEC 60884, CE, and FCC standards. If you want more power or feel you can make do with less, we also tested and liked the OneWorld135 ($109) and the OneWorld30 ($39) .

Note : We have tested OneAdaptr’s range extensively and found they work well, but the company has had issues fulfilling orders, and we are concerned about the volume of negative reviews online. The company assured us that it has recently taken steps to improve fulfilment and customer service, and we will continue to monitor the situation.

OneWorld PD travel adapters

Safest Option

The OneWorld PD has sliding toggles on the side that cover the US/Canada, the UK, and Australia/China, and you can pop out a much smaller stand-alone European adapter. It promises to work in more than 150 countries. There are three USB-A ports on the bottom as well as a USB-C port that supports Power Delivery and Quick Charge 3.0 to deliver up to 18 watts. That's enough to fast-charge most phones and tablets, not so much a laptop. You can plug in your laptop's AC charger to speedily juice it back up, but that means carrying the heavy charging brick around.

What sets the AC plugs apart is that each one is earthed. Most universal travel adapters offer two-pin US plugs and make the third pin on the UK plug plastic, but the OneWorld PD provides fully grounded connections for every plug type to protect you from the risk of shock due to faulty wiring. It can handle up to 10 amps. Over-current protection automatically shuts down the power if there’s abnormal usage, and it resets via a button on the top. The rare British Standard 8546 compliance guarantees that the OneWorld PD has been fully tested and is one of the safest travel adapters you can buy. The downside? It's frequently out of stock.

Note : We have tested OneAdaptr's range extensively and found they work well, but the company has had issues fulfilling orders and we are concerned about the volume of negative reviews online. The company assured us that it has recently taken steps to improve fulfilment and customer service and we will continue to monitor the situation.

RapidX Modula 5 Wireless Charging System

For Wireless Charging

A few of the best wireless chargers can be good choices for travel. This modular system from RapidX is compact and capable of wirelessly charging two phones at up to 10 watts each, which makes it a good option for couples or families. The beauty is that you can add or remove pods, and a single charging cable can power up to five. They snap together magnetically and pull apart for easy packing. You can also get additional phone pods ($15) , and there’s a version with a phone pod and an Apple Watch pod ($45) .

You get a 30-watt US power adapter and a 5-foot USB-C cable in the box, so you will still want a travel adapter to pair with this system. If you plan to add pods, you will want a more powerful adapter. (RapidX recommends 65 watts or above for three or more devices.)

Mophie 3in1 travel charger kit

For Apple Devices

This handy trio of chargers keeps your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods ticking and folds neatly into a felt carrying case for travel. The magnetic pad in the center can charge your iPhone at the fastest 15-watt rate, the Apple Watch dock pops up for Nightstand mode (sadly no fast charging here), and there is a grooved spot for your AirPods. It is compact and lightweight, and charges all three devices from a single cable and outlet. A 30-watt US wall adapter and a short USB-C to USB-C cable are included, but you must pair this with a travel adapter. We recommend this Mophie charger for travelers in our guide to the  best Apple 3-in-1 wireless chargers .

Type C outlets

International Plug Types and Universal Adapters

There are 15 plug types in use across the world. Type A and Type B are used in the US, Canada, Mexico, and Japan; Type C is common across Europe, South America, and Asia; Type E and Type F are found across Europe in places like Germany, Russia, and France; Type G is used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and a handful of other places; and Type I is used in Australia, New Zealand, China, and Argentina. Universal adapters tend to cover all of these types.

Some countries are not usually covered by universal adapters, such as India ( Type D ), Israel ( Type H ), and South Africa ( Type M or N ). You'll need to buy specific plug adapters for those places. To avoid any surprises when you land, double-check what type you need before you travel.

If you're visiting just one destination, a basic plug adapter that caters to one plug type is all you need. For trips to multiple destinations or for frequent flyers, a universal travel adapter can prove more versatile. The universal adapters we recommend here have the bonus of including multiple USB ports for charging several mobile devices from a single outlet.

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A Word on Voltage Converters

Voltage converters are big, heavy, and expensive, and they don’t always work, so it’s probably best not to buy one. The reason you might think you need one is that the AC sockets on all of our recommended travel adapters do not convert the voltage coming from the socket. This means plugging into a UK socket will deliver 220 volts at 50 hertz, which is very different from the 120 volts at 60 hertz you can expect in the US. Don't worry! Your gear won't get fried. You just need to make sure anything you plug into one of these universal travel adapters has something like this printed on it:

Input: 100–220V 50/60Hz .

That should include most modern gadgets. If your device or charger can’t handle a variable voltage, it’s probably best to leave it at home. Most places provide hair dryers , irons, and kettles, so there’s no need to take them with you. It's often cheaper to buy a set with the correct plug at your destination and save the luggage space and hassle.

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Singapore electrical outlets & plugs Check if you need a power plug adapter

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Traveling to Singapore? Quickly see if you need a power plug adapter or voltage converter by selecting your country of origin above to compare the electrical outlets and power plugs between your country and Singapore.

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Singapore electrical outlet and plug types, electricity in singapore - voltage and frequency, are singapore electrical outlets the same as the us, do i need a travel adapter for singapore, do i need a voltage converter for singapore, what's the difference between a travel adapter and a voltage converter, how do i know if my electrical device is dual voltage, can i charge my iphone, android phone or other smartphone in singapore, can i connect my laptop charger to an electrical outlet in singapore, can i use my hair dryer, hair straightener or curling iron in singapore.

Singapore uses power outlets and plugs of type G. Take a look at the picture below to see what this plug and power socket looks like:

Singapore electrical outlets and plug types

Doesn't look familiar?

Do the outlets look different in your country? You'll need a power plug adapter.

Type G - From British origin, mainly used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Malta, Malaysia and Singapore, but also in quite a few other countries. No other plug types fit into an outlet of type G.

All power sockets in Singapore provide a standard voltage of 230V with a standard frequency of 50Hz.

You can use all your equipment in Singapore if the outlet voltage in your own country is between 220V-240V. This is the case in most of Europe, Australia, the United Kingdom and most countries in Africa and Asia.

If the standard voltage in your country is in the range of 100V-127V (which is most common in the US, Canada and countries in South America) you might need a voltage converter in Singapore.

The standard frequency in Singapore is 50Hz. If this frequency differs from the frequency used in your home country, please use caution when plugging in your devices. Check the small print on the device to see if the device can handle the frequency. Please note we regularly check our electricity information with the International Electrotechnical Committee (IEC)

Small print on the device or power adapter indicates what voltages the device can work with. If you see 100-240V 50/60Hz printed, the adapter is rated to work on all voltages used worldwide. Please note that power plug adapters only convert plug types and do not convert voltages.

Frequently asked questions

Below are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Singapore outlets and power plugs:

No, the electrical outlets in Singapore are different from those in the United States. In Singapore electrical outlets of type G are used, while the United States has electrical outlets of types A & B.

The electrical outlets and power plugs in Singapore are of type G ( see images ) . If your country uses the same electrical outlets and power plugs, you don't need a travel adapter. However, you may still need a voltage converter if the voltage is different. Are the electrical outlets and power plugs in Singapore different than the ones used in your country? In that case you do need a travel adapter .

Not sure whether the outlets and plugs used in your country are the same as in Singapore? Use the tool at the top of this page to check if you need a power plug adapter.

Universal travel adapter for Singapore

Universal travel adapter for Singapore

The voltage used in Singapore is 230V and the frequency is 50Hz. If this is the same in your own country, you don't need a voltage converter when travelling to Singapore. If the voltage and/or frequency in your country is different, you should check if your devices are dual voltage. Nowadays, many electronic devices like hair styling tools or chargers for a laptop, phone, iPad, tablet or e-reader are dual voltage, but you should always double check this before using the device in another country.

You should be able to check the small print on a device or power adapter to see if it's dual voltage or not. If you see 100-240V 50/60Hz printed on the device or power adapter, it is dual voltage and will work with all voltages and frequencies used worldwide.

If your device or power adapter is not dual voltage or you are unsure, and the voltage and/or frequency in Singapore differs from your own country, you should use a voltage converter when plugging in your devices and power adapters in Singapore.

Voltage converter for Singapore

Voltage converter for Singapore

A travel adapter is a device that allows you to plug your electronic devices into electrical outlets in foreign countries where the plug type is different. It does not change the voltage of the electricity.

A voltage converter , on the other hand, is a device that converts the voltage of the electricity from one level to another. It is necessary when you are traveling to a country with a different voltage than what your device is designed for. For example, if you are traveling from the United States (where the voltage is 110-120V) to Europe (where the voltage is 220-240V), you would need a voltage converter to use your 110V devices.

It is important to note that some electronic devices, such as laptops and smartphones, are dual voltage, which means they can handle both 110V and 220V. In this case, you would only need a travel adapter and not a voltage converter. It is always a good idea to check the voltage requirements of your electronic devices before travelling to a foreign country.

You should be able to check the small print on an electrical device or power adapter to see if it's dual voltage or not. If you see 100-240V 50/60Hz printed on the device or power adapter, it is dual voltage and will work with all voltages and frequencies used worldwide. If you can't find this information on the device or power adapter itself, you can maybe find it in the manual or by contacting the manufacturer of the device.

Chargers for iPhones, Android phones and other smartphones or cell phones are usually dual voltage, so you can use them all over the world. However, it is possible you'll need an adapter to plug the charger into a Singapore outlet.

Singapore uses electrical outlets and power plugs of type G ( see images ) . If your country uses the same electrical outlets and power plugs, you don't need a travel adapter. Are the electrical outlets and power plugs in your country different? Then you will need a travel adapter .

Not sure whether the outlets and plugs used in your country are the same as in Singapore? Use the tool at the top of this page to check!

Yes, you can connect your laptop charger to an electrical outlet in Singapore as long as the outlet is compatible with the charger's voltage and plug type.

In Singapore, the standard voltage is 230V and the standard frequency is 50Hz. Most laptop chargers are designed to be compatible with a range of voltages (dual voltage), so they should work with outlets in Singapore without any issues. But you should always double check the voltage requirements of your laptop charger before using it in another country.

However, you may need to use a power plug adapter to fit the charger's plug into the outlets used in Singapore. Use the tool at the top of this page to check if you need a power plug adapter when travelling to Singapore.

Whether you can use your favorite hair tools like a hair dryer, hair straightener or curling iron in Singapore or not depends on the type of power plug your device has and if it's compatible with the voltage and frequency used in Singapore. In Singapore electrical outlets and plugs of type G are used ( see images ) . You can check if these are the same as in your country with the tool at the top of this page .

The voltage used in Singapore is 230V with a frequency of 50Hz. If the voltage and/or frequency in your country is different, you may need a voltage converter if your hair dryer, hair straightener or curling iron is not compatible with this.

However, travel adapters and voltage converters do not always work well with devices that need a lot of power such as a hair dryer, hair straightener or curling iron, which can be dangerous to use with these devices. So a safer option would be to purchase a travel specific dual voltage hair dryer , hair straightener or curling iron that will work all over the world. This way you'll avoid the need for a voltage converter altogether. Besides, these small and compact travel devices are also easier to take with you when travelling.

Dual voltage travel hair dryer

Dual voltage travel hair dryer

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Dual voltage travel hair straightener

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The best travel adapters 2023

Emma Rowley

If you’ve ever had to rush around at an airport to buy a travel adapter or worse, ended up staring at a dead Kindle on the plane, you’ll know that forgetting an adapter can take the shine off a trip. And, if you have to buy at the airport, you’ll pay twice as much.

Save money by planning ahead and purchasing a couple of power adapters online before your holiday. Once you’ve got them, you can keep them in your suitcase or travel bag and never get caught out again. That’s not to mention those with USB ports you can use day-to-day, for charging multiple devices at once and maybe even providing fast charging options.

You can even find some world-to-world adapters, which will take any plug type, and connect to any socket – ideal not only for travelling, but also for any international tech that you end up bringing back from your trip to use at home.

If you’re not sure which kind of adapter you need, have a look at our buying advice, which follows the chart. We’ve got information on sockets and connecting your adapter, as well as regions, voltage, and 2- versus 3-pin plugs.

If you’re busy planning a trip, you might also want to take a look at our guide to the best portable power banks .

Best travel adapters

Tec uk to eu travel adapter twin pack – best budget option (eu).

TEC UK to EU Travel Adapter Twin Pack - Best budget option (EU)

  • Europe only

Let’s start with something dead simple: this is a twin pack of UK to EU travel adapters, which will let you use your UK tech just about anywhere in Europe. 

They’re cheap and cheerful, but they work – and for most people, that’s enough. They also cost a lot less online than buying the exact same ones in an airport newsagent. 

If you know you mostly travel in Europe, or just have a specific trip coming up that you need an adapter or two for, this is the cheapest way to charge your gadgets once you’re there.

TEC UK to US Travel Adapter Twin Pack – Best budget option (US)

TEC UK to US Travel Adapter Twin Pack - Best budget option (US)

Along very similar lines, here’s the same adapter, but for the US and other countries that use this plug type, which includes Canada, Mexico, Japan and most of South America, among other locations.

Remember that it won’t convert the voltage, so you may find that some of your UK devices charge more slowly in the US, and a few might not even charge at all if they can’t draw sufficient power, but in our experience this is rare. 

MyTravelPal Pro – Best safety features

MyTravelPal Pro - Best safety features

  • Safety features
  • 3 USB ports for fast charging
  • Use in over 150 countries
  • No USB-C port

If you’re concerned about safety, the MyTravelPal Pro adaptor is an excellent option, as it has two safety features: a surge protector that’ll shut it down to protect your devices in the event of abnormal power; and ground/earth connections on all four plugs, so you can use high-powered devices without worrying.

Cleverly, you can unscrew the grounding pin on the US plug, so usage isn’t limited to sockets with a third slot.

The Pro can power four devices at once, with a plug socket and three USB charging ports, which allow for quick charging (up to 70% faster than an average charger). This also means it’s very handy around the home, so you’ll get plenty of use from it.

It doesn’t convert voltage but it does support a wide input range: 100-250V. It will work in over 150 countries, including Australia and New Zealand, Canada, China, Europe, Japan, UK and the USA.

Zendure Passport III – Best for home & travel

Zendure Passport III - Best for home & travel

  • Works in over 200 countries
  • Surge protector
  • 4 USB-C ports, 1 USB-A

The Zendure Passport III is not only a great travel adapter, but also an excellent charger at home.

With sliding connectors, it can plug into type A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O outlets, and accepts type A, B, C, E, F, G, I, J, L, and N plugs, so it works in over 200 countries and regions – including the US, Europe, Australia, and UK.

Thanks to an auto-resetting fuse it’ll cut off the power if it detects that it’s getting too hot, which should save your devices (and the Passport III itself) from problems with incompatible international voltages.

In addition it boasts four USB-C ports and one USB-A, so it can charge multiple devices at once, with USB-C charging at up to 65W – enough to fast charge a laptop or tablet.

Zendure Passport II Pro – Most powerful

Zendure Passport II Pro - Most powerful

  • Useful in 200 countries
  • Can charge 6 devices at once
  • Not earthed

The Zendure Passport II Pro is a travel adapter that’s so powerful you’ll probably end up using it at home too.

It can plug into UK, US, EU, or Australian sockets, and you can also plug all of those into it, covering more than 200 countries. The 10A self-resetting fuse can handle high-power appliances, and will reset if it overloads rather than breaking – although it’s not earthed. 

It can charge up to six devices simultaneously: one through the main AC socket, and then two USB-C and four USB-A. One USB-C port supports most fast charging standards for laptops and phones up to 61W, although if you connect other devices simultaneously this port caps at a slightly lower 45W, with 12W shared between the other USBs.

Go Travel Duo Earthed UK to EU Power Adapter – Four device charging

Go Travel Duo Earthed UK to EU Power Adapter - Four device charging

  • Charge 4 devices at once
  • Earthed model won't fit US sockets

This handy power adaptor from Go Travel will let you charge up to four devices simultaneously through just one plug: two through the UK mains sockets, and another two through the included USB-A sockets.

This model is perfect for using across Europe, but you can also get an essentially identical one for using in the US and Canada and other compatible countries.

Bear in mind that both are earthed, meaning they’re ideal for safely charging high usage devices like laptops, but as the UK model also comes with a non-removable earth pin, it won’t fit into two-pin sockets in the US.

Skross World Travel Adapter MUV USB – Best for two-pin compatibility

Skross World Travel Adapter MUV USB - Best for two-pin compatibility

  • Useful across UK, US, Aus, Europe and Asia
  • For less power-intensive tech

Skross is one of the best recognised and most trusted names around when it comes to travel adapters, which is why we’ve picked its MUV USB adapter for our round-up.

Designed for two-pin, un-earthed devices, this is perfect for less power-intensive tech like shavers, phones, tablets, or e-readers, but might not be able to keep up with a laptop or hairdryer’s power needs. On the plus side, that means its 2-pin outputs will work in all US and European sockets.

However, it has the advantage of accepting input devices from the UK, US, Australia, Europe and most of Asia, and outputting to all of the same countries.

You also get two USB-A sockets, which share a 5V power supply. You can use those to charge two USB devices while simultaneously charging something else through the main socket, making this ideal for anyone with a few devices they need to charge at once.

Skross World Travel Adapter Pro Light USB – Best for quick charging

Skross World Travel Adapter Pro Light USB - Best for quick charging

  • Good for high-power devices
  • Not suitable for 2-pin sockets

This Skross adapter looks pretty similar to the one listed above, but it has one significant difference: it includes an earth pin, and is rated for up to 1575W, meaning you can safely use it to (quickly) charge high power devices like laptops.

As with other three-pin plugs, note that it means it won’t fit every plug socket – the earth pin isn’t removable, so won’t fit two-pin sockets in the US or Australia, meaning you might find some sockets you just can’t use.

Also, note that this does support European plugs, but only through using the detachable plug section. This means you can’t use the included USB sockets for charging, although those will work in every other region.

Anker PowerPort 4 Lite – Best for family use

Anker PowerPort 4 Lite - Best for family use

  • USB-A points
  • Not for US/ Aus/ NZ

The Anker PowerPort 4 Lite lacks Quick Charge 2.0 or 3.0 compatibility but not every device is compatible with that anyway, so these four standard USB-A ports will be fine for most, with enough to satisfy a small family on the move.

It does feature  PowerIQ and VoltageBoost, however.

It features interchangeable UK and EU plug heads, but strangely none for US or Australia/New Zealand.

TEC UK To India Adaptor – For Southern Asia

TEC UK To India Adaptor - For Southern Asia

  • Asia-specific
  • Not a voltage transformer

If you travel to India, Pakistan or Sri Lanka, you may find international power points in your hotel but these countries also have a dedicated plug type.

Travel adapters of this kind can be expensive at the airport, so to save money, buy before your head off. This is a twin pack, so it’s even better value.

Bear in mind that these are straightforward adapters and not voltage transformers.

Connecting your adapter

Most adapters come with USB-A sockets – some phones and laptops ship with cables with USB-C connectors at both ends, so make sure you have a USB-A-to-USB-C cable with you to keep those topped up. And USB-C ports are more common now.

Even more useful are travel adapters that incorporate multiple USB sockets, which mean you can use one plug to charge several devices. Some now even include a USB-C Power Delivery port – useful for owners of USB-C laptops such as some of Apple’s MacBooks.

Regions and voltages

The most important thing to check before you buy a travel adapter is what sort of plug the area you’re travelling to uses. For the sake of this article, we’re going to assume that you’re based in the UK, which means you’ll need an adapter to travel almost anywhere in the world, with rare exceptions like Hong Kong and Singapore which use the UK plug.

For the most part, there are three broad regions of plug beyond the UK type: the round pinned plugs used across Europe, the flat straight pins used across America and some parts of Asia, and the flat slanted pins used in Australia and the rest of Asia. It’s always worth double-checking with a quick Google search ahead of a trip, and there are a few other unique plug types out there to watch out for.

Voltage can also be an issue. UK plugs use 220-240V, which is conveniently what you’ll find across Europe and Australia. US sockets only run at 120V, while Japan offers an even skimpier 110V. For the most part, this isn’t an issue, but it may mean that some devices will charge more slowly than you’re used to, and some of the most power-intensive might not work at all if they can’t draw sufficient power from the mains to run. Unfortunately, there’s nothing a travel adapter can do about that, as they don’t convert voltage.

2-pin vs 3-pin

One thing to look out for in travel adapters is whether or not they support earth pins. While 3-pin plugs are the standard in the UK, elsewhere in the world they’re used less often or not at all. 

Earthing helps to protect you and your gadgets from electric shock, so you may prefer to opt for 3-pin adapters, which offer an extra level of protection. Bear in mind that this may limit where you can use them – the US and EU have both 2-pin and 3-pin sockets, so your 3-pin plug simply won’t fit into some sockets, and you might wish you’d risked it with a 2-pin model.

Author: Emma Rowley , Group Home Tech Editor

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Emma is Group Home Tech Editor at Tech Advisor. She covers everything from kitchen appliances to smart home devices, from floor care to personal care to air care technology. She’s particularly interested in environmentally conscious brands and products that save people time and money.

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The 6 Best Travel Adapters and Converters of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Whether you prefer a set of specific adapters or something universal, these are the best options on the market.

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Travel + Leisure / Alexander Huang

Travelers these days have all types of gear and gadgets that require power: cellphones, headphones, cameras, laptops, and even their toothbrushes. And, when venturing abroad, you’ll often find that not every hotel, airport lounge, or even public mode of transportation accommodates the U.S. plug, which means you likely need an adapter and/or converter for international trips. 

Our favorite adapters and converters are compact, work in multiple countries, have several ports including both USB and AC sockets, and, of course, power your essentials without frying them. As avid travelers, we tested an array of products on actual trips across the world and ranked them based on ease of use, effectiveness, and value to bring you the best picks for every scenario. Below, find our favorite easy-to-use adapters and converters for your next international journey.

Best Overall

Epicka universal travel adapter.

  • Ease of Use 5 /5
  • Effectiveness 4 /5

It’s able to charge six devices at once. 

This is not a converter, so you shouldn’t use it with high-power appliances like curling irons and hair dryers. 

Ready to use in more than 150 countries, this adapter from Epicka can charge six devices at the same time, as it comes with four USB-A ports, 1 USB-C port, and 1 AC socket. It works with all USB-enabled devices including iPhones and Androids, and can charge laptops, cameras, tablets, and power banks, too. It eliminates the need to purchase individual adapters for each trip, which makes it a great money-saving travel product . The adapter also has a built-in, double 8A fuse and safety shutters that keep children from trying to plug other items into the socket. The adapter comes in four different colors, and has a 1-year limited warranty. 

We love that it’s small and easy to pack, plus it’s simple to switch over to different prongs from country to country. The multiple USB ports are great for charging everything at once, and the adapter is super lightweight, so it isn’t adding much weight to your suitcase or carry-on either. We did find that the adapter was hard to fit in tight spots or use with older outlet styles in the UK and Hong Kong, but this didn’t happen often. 

The Details: 2.8 x 1.97 x 2.05 inches | 5.1 ounces | No converter | 6 ports | 1 AC, 4 USB-A, 1 USB-C | 240 volts

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Best for Apple Users

Apple travel adapter kit.

  • Effectiveness 5 /5

It’s exclusively for Apple products so you can trust it with those devices.

It only works with Apple's block-type power adapters.

This kit made by Apple, for Apple products, includes seven AC plugs that work for iPhones, iPods, iPads, and Mac laptops in North America, Japan, China, the UK, Europe, Korea, Australia, Hong Kong, and Brazil. Each one lists the regions the plug is compatible with, making it easy to grab what you need quickly. However, you will need Apple's power adapter brick to serve as a base; these tips work with Apple’s USB-C power adapters, MagSafe and MagSafe 2 power adapters, and 10-watt and 12-watt USB power adapters that come with devices (or can be purchased separately in a range of wattages including 12 watts , 35 watts , and 67 watts ).

We love this set because it’s an Apple-certified product, so we know our devices are safe. The adapters are also built to last, as one of our testers used the adapters for 10 years before having to replace some of them. The only thing we wish they added onto this set is a carrying case to hold all the pieces for traveling. 

The Details: 5.3 x 5.3 x 1.9 inches | 11.2 ounces | No converter | 1 port | 100-240 volts (10W, 12W, 30W, and 35W)

Most Compact

Ceptics travel adapter plug for south africa & botswana.

It comes with USB and AC outlet charging abilities in a compact plug. 

USB ports are on the bottom, instead of the top of the adapter. 

If you’re traveling through South Africa, Botswana, or Namibia, this compact adapter will allow you to charge up to three devices at once. The AC outlet allows you to plug your U.S. device into a Type M socket for South Africa, allowing you to charge up for safari adventures and more.  It works with cell phones, laptops, smart watches, tablets, and more, and we especially like that it has the ability for two- and three-prong AC input, as well as USB ports for added versatility. The style of adapter is a block shape, so you can tuck it into your backpack, purse, or carry-on without compromising on much space, and you can also buy similar adapters for Europe , India, Germany, Hong Kong, Switzerland, Brazil, and more. 

The Details: 1 x 1 x 1 inches | 2.5 ounces | No Converter | 3 ports | 2 USB-A , 1 AC | 250 volts

Best for Families

Bestek travel adapter and voltage converter.

  • Value 4.5 /5

You can power seven devices at one time. 

It’s bulkier than a lot of other adapters. 

With three AC outlets and four USB ports, you can charge up to seven devices at once on this charger, making it easy for the whole family to charge their phones, laptops, tables, and camera batteries. Three plug adapters are also included and work in more than 150 countries, meaning you can travel far and wide and, most likely, have the right adapter for what you need. We also love that this one is a converter, too, converting 220 volts to 110 volts for U.S. electronics but it’s still not recommended to use this device to power your hair dryer, curling iron, or straightener.

The adapter comes with overcurrent, overload, overheat, and short-circuit protections. We tested the adapter by charging a phone, battery pack, Apple watch, and Kindle all at once and found that all devices were nicely charged overnight with no issues. 

The Details: 7.4 x 6.8 x 1.8 inches | 1.15 pounds | Converter | 3 AC, 4 USB-A | 110-220 volts

Best Multipack

Ceptics european travel plug adapter.

  • Ease of Use 3 /5

It’s easy to use.

You'll need to use a separate plug for each item you're charging.

For a super affordable multipack for one destination, this one from Ceptics is a great choice, as it comes with three identical Type C adapters that will work across Europe, the Middle East, and South America. It accepts North American two- and three-prong plugs, and has a simple straightforward design. It’s worth noting though that this set won’t work in England, Ireland, or Scotland, but there are other three packs available that will work in those countries, plus India, China, Hong Kong, Australia, and more. 

The Details: 3 x 2 x 1 inches | 3.2 ounces | No Converter | 3 AC outlets | 100-240 volts

Best for Europe

Jarvania european travel plug adapter.

It works in both the EU and the UK. 

It’s a bit bulky as the UK adapter is separate. 

American travelers to Europe will most likely need an adapter that can handle numerous countries, and this one from Jarvania is great because it can be used with EU and UK outlets. It’s compatible with Type C (which also fits into Type E, F, H, J, K, L, and N outlets) to work in Italy, Denmark, Switzerland, Spain, and France and more. It also comes with a separate Type G plug adapter that will also work in the UK, so you’re getting an extra adapter, too. The main adapter has three ports (one AC, two USB), so you can charge up to three devices at once — a perk for the modern traveler carrying a phone, laptop, camera, and more. 

The Details: 2.7 x 2.1 x 2.2 inches | 3.8 ounces | No Converter | 3 ports | 1 AC, 2 USB-A | 110-250 volts

Other Travel Adapters We Liked

Two adapters we tested couldn’t quite earn a spot on our list but had standout features that may meet the needs of some travelers. 

Tessan Type G Adapter : This adapter with two AC outlets plus two USB ports works in countries such as Scotland, Ireland, the UK, Hong Kong, UAE, Singapore, and various African countries. However, we found the AC outlets are too close together on the adapter to always be useful. 

Tessan Type E F Adapter : With five total ports (USB and AC) that work in numerous countries, this is a great adapter, but we think the two pack is a bit much, as one adapter already has five ports, meaning lots of travelers wouldn’t need a second adapter. This adapter is also wider than other adapters so it can take up more unnecessary space. 

The T+L team tested 12 different adapters and converters in various countries across the world. We noted what countries we were in while using the adapters or converters, and how easy it was to use each one. We also ranked them based on effectiveness, meaning how well they charged our devices, and value in terms of price versus performance. 

Tips for Buying Adapters and Converters

Research your destination.

Before leaving on your trip, be sure to check out what types of outlets are used in the countries you’re visiting, and buy adapters and converters accordingly. The last thing you’ll want is to accidentally fry your device while abroad. Some hotels provide USB ports inside hotel rooms, but it’s best to make sure they’re available before arriving empty-handed.

Consider a kit

If you’re visiting numerous countries and are in a rush, it’s sometimes easier to simply buy a kit with several adapters for multiple different destinations, which can save you money instead of buying numerous adapters. Lots of kits are small enough to tuck away in your bag or carry-on, so just be sure that you take along the ones you need.

Read the fine print

Always be sure to read the instructions that come with your adapter or converter, and be sure to pay attention to the power details. You may think a converter is safe for your styling tools or appliances when it's actually not, and you could fry your device, or blow a fuse, if the adapter doesn’t convert voltage.

An adapter is used when you need to plug a specific type of prong into a different socket. It allows you to plug your U.S.-style prong into an outlet in another country that uses a different type of plug. A converter is different in that it changes the voltage of an outlet to match the voltage of the item being plugged in. Some countries use 110/120 volts, while others use 220/240 volts. If you don’t use a converter, you could ruin your device, or even risk a fire.

If your destination has a different prong type than your outlets at home, then you’ll need an adapter. But if the voltage is different in the place you’re traveling than it is at home, you’ll need a converter to convert that voltage. Some products have dual voltage, which means the device can handle voltages from all over the world.

Most of Europe uses Type C plugs, which also fit into Type E, F, H, J, K, L, and N sockets that may replace Type C in places such as Denmark, Switzerland, and Italy. (England and the rest of the U.K. uses Type G.) Always double check exactly which one you’ll need before your departure.

Why Trust Travel + Leisure

For this article, the T+L team tested and reviewed numerous adapters and converters to find the best of the best for countries across the world. Freelance writer and world traveler Amanda Ogle further researched travel adapters to add additional insights to this list. 

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Travel Adaptor for Singapore

Singapore travel adaptors.

Whilst planning your trip to Singapore it’s important to research to make sure you pack all the essentials before you get on the plane to start exploring.

Singapore travel adaptors: which type do I need?

You will need to consider what to pack, to ensure you can use your personal electrical appliances safely whilst abroad. This normally includes the use of a  travel adaptor ,  which is a device that simply allows you to plug any UK electrical appliance into a foreign electrical socket. It is important to note that it does not convert the voltage or frequency.

For Singapore there are three associated plug types C, G and M. Plug type C is the plug which has two round pins, plug type G has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern and type M is the plug that has three round pins. Singapore operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.

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Voltage converters and transformers

Electricity supplies worldwide can vary from anything between 100V and 240V. It can be extremely dangerous to use an electrical appliance that is rated at a voltage different from the supply.

As voltage can differ from country to country, you may need to use a voltage converter or transformer whilst in Singapore. If the frequency is different, the normal operation of an electrical appliance may also be affected. For example, a 50Hz clock may run faster on a 60Hz electricity supply.  Most voltage converters and transformers come supplied with plug adaptors, so you may not need to buy a separate travel adaptor.

All converters and transformers will have a maximum power rating (AMPS or WATTS) so make sure that any appliance you intend to use does not exceed this rating.

Dual voltage rated appliance

You can determine whether you’ll need to use a converter or transformer, by looking at the appliance rating plate.

A dual voltage rated appliance will display for example ‘INPUT: 110-240V’ on the body of the appliance or its power supply. This means that you will not need a converter or transformer but just a travel adaptor, because Singapore operates on a 230V supply voltage, which is within the 110-240V range that the dual voltage appliance operates on.

Single voltage rated appliances

In Singapore the supply voltage is 230V. If the appliance is a single voltage rated appliance, it will need to operate at the same voltage as the supply voltage of the country i.e. 230V. If this is not the case it should be used alongside a voltage transformer or converter to allow the appliance to work safely and properly.

Converters and transformers perform a similar function, but their applications differ. Converters are typically used with appliances that operate for a short duration (1-2hours), whilst most transformers can be used alongside appliances that operate continuously.

It’s important to understand that some travel adaptors are not suitable for any appliances that require an earth connection. These types of travel adaptors should only be used with double insulated equipment, which will be clearly marked with the symbol shown below.

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We recommend you check your appliances before embarking on your journey, to understand the requirements in Singapore.

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In Singapore, power plugs and sockets (outlets) of type G are used. The standard voltage is 230 V at a frequency of 50 Hz.

  • Yes, you need a power plug travel adapter for sockets type G in Singapore.

Do your power plugs fit in Singapore?

In Singapore, they use power sockets (outlets) of type G. In Australia, you have plugs I. You need a power plug adapter in Singapore for sockets type G. The plugs of your electric devices don't fit without.

Buy a power plug (travel) adapter

We don't sell power plug adapters. We refer you to Amazon or Ebay where you will find a great selection of travel adapters.

  • Find travel adapters at Amazon (AU)
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You need to look for a power plug adapter for sockets type G. Alternatively, choose a world travel adapter that fits multiple sockets, in case you travel more often.

Voltage converter needed in Singapore?

The standard voltage in Singapore (230 V) matches the voltage level your devices typically operate at in Australia.

  • You don't need a voltage converter in Singapore.

To be sure, check the label on your devices. Some devices never need a converter. If the label states 'INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz' the device can be used in every country in the world. This is common for devices with chargers like tablets/laptops, photo cameras, cell phones, toothbrushes, etc. For these devices you will only need a power plug adapter.

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How to use plugs from United Kingdom in Singapore

Plugs, sockets, adapters and other information needed for travelling from United Kingdom to Singapore in this page. If you want a report for other countries, re-start the wizard to find to electric adapters for your trip here .

Quick Chart at-a-glance

If you are electrical savvy, perhaps the previous chart is all you need. If this is not the case, you can continue reading and discover what the chart is saying!

Plugs and Sockets at each country

In United Kingdom the following plugs are used: (includes London, Bath, Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton.)

Considerations for the United Kingdom

It is likely you will only find plugs-type "G" in the UK. Plugs type "D" and "M" are considered "old" and not common. They are are still used nowadays to differentiate low-power lighting circuits. So please don't try to use an adapter on them for high-power equipments like hair-dryer or even battery chargers. We keep "D" and "M" plugs in our database as we don't know your exact destination and you might find one next to a bed table. As a rule of thumb , you will probably be fine with the type "G" in hotels and big cities.

... and in Singapore you will use: (includes Changi.)

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Exact voltage

Perfect! This is very good! You will not need any sort of voltage adapter (they are always big, heavy and they can't handle too much energy. i.e. might have problems with hairdryers). You can plug your devices to the electric network grid in Singapore without requiring a voltage adapter.

Some connectors are used in both countries

You will be able to plug the devices directly in Singapore (please read other sections of this reports in regards to voltage, etc.). Perhaps you will need adapters for some sockets, but it is usually easier to find adapters at destination if your plug is already being used in the country. Sometimes different cities uses different systems, you might need to do a bit more of research. If you find more information please let us know.

Lists of adapters you can use in your travel:

Adapter: generic

This adapter allows you to use plugs type: A, B, C, D, E, F, I, M into outlets type: G.

This is a very cheap adapter without loose terminal and finger protection; it does have earth pass-though (good); but no good grip because of so many different supported plugs. We recommend to use a more expensive option if available.

Adapters you can buy

You can buy the following multi-purpose adapters from Amazon. Please also take a look at the recommended gadgets for your trip.

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Travis Kelce Spends Time in Philadelphia While Taylor Swift Plays String of Sold-Out Shows in Singapore

The Super Bowl winner, 34, got a fresh hair cut in Philadelphia over the weekend while his girlfriend performed in Singapore

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Travis Kelce is spending some time in his brother’s neck of the woods.

The Kansas City Chiefs tight end, 34, was in Philadelphia, which is where his brother, Jason Kelce , lives with his family and plays football, over the weekend. While Travis was in town, he made a pit stop with celebrity barber Willis Orengo, and the barber shared a photo of the two on his Instagram on Saturday.

“Not 1️⃣ Not 2️⃣ but 3️⃣ ❎ Super Bowl Champion !!! When Travis is tired of his own haircut he gets the @jvalanciunas 🤣😂🤣 !!!,” Orengo wrote in the post’s caption. He shared a photo posing with Travis, who was dressed casually in a navy sweatshirt and sweatpants, and rocking a fresh cut. “But all jokes aside I got the the big yeti clean 🧼 🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶 !!! #nfl #bigyeti #nyc #philly #wellconnected #kc #kcchiefs #traviskelce.”

Earlier Saturday, Orengo had reposted a photo from his fiancée on his Instagram Story , revealing that they'd traveled to the Pennsylvania city. "Little drive to Philly last night with @willisthebarber" was written across an image of what appeared to be the same room featured in the shot of Orengo and Travis. A giph of the tight end dancing in his Chiefs uniform was also included in the post.

Travis’ fresh cut comes amid his girlfriend Taylor Swift 's latest stop on her record-breaking Eras Tour. Swift, 34, performed her second show in Singapore on Sunday and delighted fans when she announced the fourth and final version of her upcoming album , The Tortured Poets Department.

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An image of the new version of the album, featuring previously unseen artwork of Swift running her hands through her hair, appeared behind her on stage, per a fan  post on X (formerly Twitter). The image also revealed a bonus track titled "The Black Dog" will be included in the latest edition.

The pop superstar also posted the news  on Instagram, which came a day after she shared a glimpse into her own family ties with Singapore . During her first sold-out show at Singapore National Stadium on Saturday, she reflected on the childhood of her mom, Andrea Swift .

"My mom actually spent a lot of her childhood with her mom and dad and sister growing up in Singapore," the singer said in video from the night posted on X. "So a lot of the time when we'd come here on tour, my mom would take me and drive me past her old house, where she used to go to school. So I've been hearing about Singapore my whole life.”

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Swift continued, "To get to come here and play a show this big with so many beautiful, generous people who are essentially honoring my family with what you just did with that song, it means the world."

"I already love you," she added. "We're going to have a blast tonight."

While Swift has been in Singapore, Travis' close friend and barber Patrick Regan joined the Tease podcast and opened up about his own blossoming friendship with the singer , who he's gotten to know through Travis.

“Taylor is a super sweet person,” Regan said, adding the singer is “always interested in what you’re saying.” 

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Regan has been Travis' barber for six years and previously revealed that the "Blank Space" singer joins the tight end when he gets a trim. One such cut was documented on camera by Swift and later shared on Instagram in December. In a later interview with Fox News in February, Regan said that Swift " always compliments " Travis' hair after he's had a fresh cut.

Swift’s string of Singapore shows comes after she spent several weeks in Australia, performing in both Sydney and Melbourne — and Travis was in attendance at one of the shows to support his girlfriend.

He arrived in Sydney the day before Swift’s first show at the Accor Stadium, and the couple enjoyed a sweet day together at the city’s zoo as they were given a “private tour,” per local media outlet news.com.au .

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The following night, Travis’ wrists were lined with friendship bracelets and he danced along to Swift’s set alongside Katy Perry and Rita Ora . The pair even shared a sweet kiss after Swift exited the stage, much to fans’ delight.

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While Travis has not yet been spotted in Singapore, Swift has shows in the country through March 9, and an insider previously told PEOPLE that the pair have been “making plans” to travel together in the months ahead.

Business Insider

Taylor Swift is making Singapore a mountain of money, and some of the country's neighbors are salty about it

  • Singapore is the only Southeast Asia stop of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
  • The concerts are part of a push to boost tourism in Singapore after the height of the pandemic.
  • But some Southeast Asian countries aren't happy about how it's all playing out.

Taylor Swift isn't just another celebrity on a world tour — she's literally boosting economies .

Her impact is so huge that Singapore shelled out nearly $3 million per show to sign an exclusive deal with her for the Southeast Asian leg of her Eras Tour, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said at a business forum last month.

Singapore authorities said its tourism board disbursed a grant to support Swift's event but declined to comment on specifics of the deal to Business Insider, citing business confidentiality. Edwin Tong, Singapore's culture minister, told the local outlet Mothership on Wednesday that the amount of grant given "is not what is being speculated online."

"It is likely to generate significant benefits to the Singapore economy, especially to tourism activities such as hospitality, retail, travel, and dining, as has happened in other cities in which Taylor Swift has performed," Singapore's culture ministry and tourism board said in a joint statement.

Swift is scheduled to perform six shows in Singapore from March 2 to March 9. More than 300,000 tickets have been sold.

But it's not just about the money.

Cultural clout

Mega-concerts such as Swift's help build Singapore's status as a fun place to visit rather than just a place to do business and hold trade events, tourism experts say.

After all, strait-laced Singapore isn't known for being the most exciting tourist destination.

"Live music from some of the biggest names in the industry marks a slight shift in Singapore's attractiveness as a tourism destination," Yun Liu, an HSBC economist, wrote in a February note.

Tong, the Singapore culture minister, told Mothership the city-state was looking "beyond just the economic impact" of those concerts.

"We look at it from the perspective of building Singapore into a cultural hub that's of strong strategic value for us," Tong told the outlet.

"Such concerts help put us on the top of the minds of tourists and position us as a luxe destination that justifies the premium," Kevin Cheong, the managing partner of Syntegrate, a consultancy for destination and tourism development, told BI.

Tourist spend

Everywhere Swift's tour goes, a boost in tourism-related spending follows, known as "Swiftonomics." That ranges from air tickets and accommodation to food and beverage, as well as niche retail sectors such as the sale of friendship bracelets .

Singapore is no exception.

Economists estimate that Swift's concerts in Singapore could contribute up to 500 million Singapore dollars , or $372 million, in tourist receipts.

David Mann, the Asia Pacific chief economist of Mastercard, told BI that since Singapore is one of the most expensive cities in the world and has a strong currency, it was unlikely tourists from places with weaker currencies would be splurging on retail therapy in the country.

It's a different story for spending on experiences — and it's heightened because Singapore is Swift's only stop in Southeast Asia.

Mann said the people who had money to pay for flight tickets, Swift's concert tickets, and a hotel were likely to keep spending at other tourist spots.

Since the Singapore government collects a 9% tax on all goods and services, tourist spending goes to the national coffers, too.

"It goes to the entire ecosystem," Cheong said.

The Nomura economist Si Ying Toh wrote in a February note that Swift and the British band Coldplay — the first two major acts of 2024 in Singapore — were likely to contribute 0.25 percentage points to the country's first-quarter GDP.

Taylor Swift 'pays the bills' in the short term

Cheong said getting exclusive access to Swift was a smart short-term move by the Singapore government: "You need business right now to help pay the bills and put us on the world map."

The wealthy city-state's neighbors are taking notice, and not all of them are happy about it .

Singapore's move to award a grant for Swift's appearances in the city-state is done "at the expense of neighboring countries, which could not attract their own foreign concertgoers and whose fans had to go to Singapore," Joey Salceda, a Filipino lawmaker, told the Philippine Star on Thursday.

Srettha, the Thai prime minister, also threw Singapore some shade and suggested his country could have splashed some money to attract Swift's performance, too.

"If I had known this, I would have brought the shows to Thailand," Srettha was quoted as saying in the Bangkok Post , referring to Singapore's grant for Swift's concert.

The FOMO appears to extend to Indonesia, with the tourism minister, Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno, telling Bloomberg TV last month that the country needed Swiftonomics for tourism and was considering more incentives for large events such as concerts.

Still, Cheong said massive performance grants couldn't be Singapore's long-term solution to boost tourism.

"It's a wise move, but is it sustainable?" Cheong asked, saying he thought Singapore was courting mega-concerts as a short-term boost before big investments — such as an eco-resort and a new tower for the iconic Marina Bay Sands hotel — were completed.

Cheong said the longer-term, more sustainable measure was to make Singapore so enticing that tourists and artists would come for their big-ticket events even without grants.

"It has to be as attractive as Las Vegas, where performers will definitely make a stop," he added.

Swift's PR team didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from BI.

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