FOVAL Power Step Down 220V to 110V Travel Voltage Converter International Power Adapter for Hair Straightener/Curling Iron with 4-Port USB Charging US/UK/AU/IT/EU Universal Plug Adapter (Gray)

The media could not be loaded. Preliminary notes... WATCH THE FOVAL VIDEO. IT'S A GREAT SUMMARY SOURCE OF INFORMATION:The unit is rated at 200 watts. (DISREGARD MY COMMENT IN MY VIDEO RE: 250 WATT CAPACITY) Most questions you'll have will be about figuring out what devices you can power from this converter so that you don't exceed the total of 200 watt output capacity. Even if you exceed the unit's power-output-rating, the unit has internal protectors which will prevent damage to the unit. Most important recommendation to anyone who isn't "tech saavy" and has questions about what devices can be used with this adapter; talk to someone who is. Most "electro-mechanical" devices like shavers and small table top fans consume under 75 watts. And most electronic devices have labels with power consumption on the power supplies or on the item itself. Most laptop and cellular phone power supplies are rated to operate from 110vac to 220vac. So you wouldn't need this converter. But, for instance, if you have your phone but no charger-power supply available, you'll be able to get power from the unit's four USB outlets. Just one of many great features of this device.About the multiple cooling fans inside the converter......While I try never to dismiss someone's complaints... (all things in life are relative, right?)... Unless I heard wrong, based on the manufacturer's/distributor's video, there are multiple mini-fans within the converter. This is understandable given that this is a power-converter/power supply. I bring this up as there have been comments/complaints relating to the noise level of the converter. The unit I have does generate a very low-level fan noise, which I'd say is typical for a laptop computer cooling fan. I never felt it was at a bothersome level; only noticable when I focused on it. And frankly, it's one way of knowing you've left the unit in the "power-on" state. (there's an on-off button and a colorized usage light too). My thoughts are that whomever does have an issue with the low-level fan noise, may have an "out of specifications" unit, or they're applying unreasonable expectations for near-absolute silence. We're using this in our bedroom. And my wife is extremely sensitive to noise. She's never made mention of the cooling fan. And I left Vietnam with ringing in my ears that's been a constant companion for my entire adult life. So a little mini-cooling fan noise is the last item on my "priority list." Enough said.We've been in Brazil for the past three weeks of a one month trip, and have used the converter, primarily, to power a small table top fan, and to charge our phones and Ipad devices. It's been a perfect, compact, and easy-to-tote solution. For years, both we, US residents, and our family in Brazil, have resorted to "transformers", (rather heavy), when needing to "drop voltage (220vac to 110vac)" for the many US based appliances and devices we've brought, or were being used here. This is one of the items I've purchased on Amazon where I only have "POSITIVE COMMENTS." It's doing exactly what is needed. I'd certainly recommend this device to others.

I bought this in anticipation of a trip to Cuba, where electrical power is both 110 and 220, depending on location. I had used old, heavy power converters in previous trips abroad, and was looking for a converter that was trim and practical. This filled the bill admirably. The fact that it also has USB ports is a big plus. Thus, while almost all electronics are 110/220 compatible, in Cuba you have to deal with limited outlets in hotel rooms and casa particulars (I had only one), so there is a genuine need for a multi-outlet adapter.I tried it out in the states first; no problems. No issues in Cuba either, although the incoming electricity doesn't have the same amperage (I believe) that we see in the states; therefore, it took much longer to top off my laptop, for example. But being able to use any outlet outweighed that and I kept DSLR camera batteries, cell, iPad, and laptop fully charged during my week in Havana and in the countryside.The unit is largely silent with a fan. It's hardly a problem and it keeps it cool. Bottom line is that this is an excellent device for travelers. It comes with all the requisite plug adapters. I put mine in a heavy, clear plastic zipper bag which makes it easy to see the contents. This is just as useful for domestic American travel as it is for foreign travel, so it goes with me on vacation and photo trips.

Just got back from Scotland and finally got to use this. Worked great for everything!!! So thankful I purchased.

Worked great in Spain and Italy. Main power cord is EU two prong though.

I really should have read the reviews because there was quite a lot of people complaining about the poor quality of the product.Now I'm in Marocco on day 3 of my trip without a way to power my phones/camera and will be out on this side of Africa for the next month. I'll still be able to return it to Amazon when I come back but that's not the point, is it?What a waste because it was such a nice design and gave me flexibility for the 2 whole days I got to use it. The green light turned red after 2 days and the top plugs stopped working. Only the side USB work and that's useless because I only have USBc plugs. And for the price these cost, it's unexcusable. That's why I don't like the average star system and how the site posts the most relevant reviews but really makes it look like the product is great overall when it's really more chance of landing a lemon than a good product. For us travelers, we get stuck and some can't even return it anymore when being outside. This isn't an isolated incident.Stay away from this or buy at your own peril.

I travel a lot to Egypt (and Europe). This converter is fantastic as it has just the right adapters for the countries I visit. It also converts 220 to 110 so I can use my U.S. appliances.I love that it has USB ports as well so I can charge my phone or iPad without needing to use a power adapter.The only drawback is that it is a bit noisy, but that is actually a plus. It has a fan that is always on to cool down its insides. I think this is a huge plus because it alleviates any worry that it will overheat and melt/catch fire. Of course, you have to be careful to set it somewhere where the fan can dissipate the heat (so don't put it on a blanket, keep it on the floor or on a table).

I bought this for my trip to Luxembourg. It worked great and kept my CPAP going with no problems.