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Electrical Accessories: Your essential buying guide
For everyday plug-in use, compare extension cords, power strips, surge protectors, travel adapters, remote control outlets and power consumption meters. Check the socket type, cable length, intended location and whether you need surge protection, switching, monitoring or simple extra reach.
Check compatibility with your existing wiring, the type of fitting required, the load rating and the room where it will be used. For dimmers, make sure the dimmer suits the light source. Fixed electrical work should be carried out safely and, where required, by a qualified electrician.
Yes. Cable management can include cable ties, cable storage, cable reels, conduits and related accessories that help route, tidy or protect leads and wiring. Compare by length, capacity, material, fixing method and whether the product is intended for temporary organisation or a more permanent installation.
Protective accessories are useful when you want to help manage electrical safety, equipment protection or circuit control. Examples include fuses, surge protectors, residual current circuit breakers, enclosures and UPS units. Compare the specification carefully against the equipment or installation it will be used with.
Start with the task: adding sockets, controlling lighting, extending power, organising cables or protecting equipment. Then compare key details such as ratings, plug or outlet type, number of sockets, cable length, mounting style, indoor or outdoor suitability and any smart, timer or remote-control features.
Electrical accessories cover a wide range of DIY essentials, so the best choice depends on whether you are extending power, fitting controls, managing cables or supporting a fixed installation. Use the sections below to compare the main types and decide which category best matches your job.
For simple extra reach, compare extension cords by cable length, plug type and the environment they will be used in. If you need several devices in one place, power strips and branch plugs are more relevant, with options varying by socket count, switch layout and built-in protection.
Surge protectors are worth comparing for sensitive electronics, while UPS units can help support equipment where backup power is important. Power consumption meters are useful if you want to check how much electricity individual appliances use.
Wall switches, dimmers and outlets should be chosen with compatibility in mind. Consider the finish, gang configuration, load rating and whether you need a standard switch, wall dimmer, curtain switch or cord switch for a specific fitting.
For sockets and connection points, compare wall outlets, electrical outlets, electrical outlets and switches, and Ethernet, data and phone outlets according to the installation type. If you are unsure about wiring requirements, seek professional guidance before fitting.
Timers can help automate lamps, appliances or seasonal lighting, while twilight switches and motion detectors are designed for light or movement-based control. Compare the switching method, setting range, load rating and whether the unit is intended for plug-in use or installation.
Remote control outlets are useful when you want to switch devices without reaching the socket. They are often compared by range, number of sockets, control type and suitability for the appliance being used.
Cable management accessories help keep leads tidy and reduce clutter around desks, entertainment areas and workspaces. Compare cable ties, cable storage and cable reels by capacity, reusability, length and how often you need to move or unwind the cable.
For more structured routing, cable conduits and electrical cables are more installation-focused. Consider the cable type, route, protection needs and whether the job calls for a permanent solution rather than temporary tidying.
Electrical installation materials, components and power supplies cover many job-specific parts. Compare specifications carefully, including voltage, current rating, size, connection type and the purpose of the accessory within the wider setup.
For protection and control, categories such as fuses, main switches, residual current circuit breakers, contactors and overload relays should be matched to the installation requirements. Enclosures and wall mount enclosures can help house and protect electrical equipment, but suitability depends on the environment and fitting method.
Travel adapters are useful when you need plug compatibility abroad, but they should be compared by destination plug type, supported devices and whether voltage conversion is required separately. Always check the product specification against your appliance before use.
Doorbells sit within electrical accessories when comparing powered, wired or related door-entry components. Look at the power source, chime compatibility, installation style and whether the accessory suits an existing setup or a new installation.
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