Yes, the power strip is slightly more expensive than the thing from the hardware store around the corner. But when it is first because, at the latest, "experienced" is why. It is larger and more massive than I had imagined. A "Child Lock" is built - was important to me - and, of course, the surge protector. Of course, I hope I never need the installed security systems - but if it does, I'm calmer than before. This part evokes confidence - now a flash for testing I did not want to separate provoke. The next thunderstorm comes home but determined .....