Anker Nano Power Strip (10-in-1, 70W, Clamp) review: easier desk charging

The Anker Nano Power Strip (10-in-1, 70W, Clamp) puts six AC outlets and four USB ports on the edge of a desk. Its US version combines two USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, and a screw clamp that keeps frequently used connections within reach. At a listed $69.99, in black or white, it suits a home office with several chargers and a compatible desk edge. The extra expense buys easier access and a tidier layout, with limits for power-hungry laptops.

Clamp fit and cable placement

Two AC outlets sit above the desktop beside the front-facing USB ports. Four more outlets hide underneath, giving permanently connected equipment a place away from the work surface. The exposed bar rises about 0.75 inches above the desk, so it occupies relatively little vertical space. A five-foot power cord connects the assembly to the wall.

The silicone-lined clamp is the strongest reason to choose this design. Its tightening knob allows installation without tools or adhesive, and the firm grip supports one-handed unplugging without dragging the strip across the desk. It can also move when a setup changes. A flat-edged desk is the most straightforward fit. Silicone pads help cushion the contact points, although their presence should not be treated as a guarantee against marks on every finish.

Check the furniture first. Anker specifies edges between 0.6 and 1.8 inches thick and advises against glass, edges beyond 45 degrees, and incompatible profiles. A desk without an accessible lip cannot use the clamp as intended. The plastic enclosure is functional but less appealing if an aluminum finish is part of the attraction of your other accessories.

USB charging and shared power

A single USB-C port is rated for up to 70W. The total USB budget is also 70W, so filling both USB-C ports does not provide two independent 70W supplies. Connecting more USB devices changes the allocation, and USB-C2 receives reduced output during multiport use.

The charging capability is useful for a laptop during ordinary work, while phones and smaller accessories can use the remaining connections. A reported 65W charging observation supports its usefulness beyond slow accessory charging, though it is not a universal sustained-output measurement. Anker recommends using an AC outlet for laptops requiring more than 45W when several USB ports are occupied. Keeping the laptop's own adapter is sensible for heavier workloads.

The AC section is rated at 1,875W, with a listed 1,500-joule surge rating and a pop-out overload reset. Those are ratings, not a reason to assume unlimited protection. There is no master on/off switch; disconnecting the cord cuts power. Desk-level outlets also put electrical connections closer to spilled drinks, so placement needs more care than simply choosing the nearest convenient edge.

Verdict

The Anker Nano Power Strip makes sense for a home-office user who regularly connects portable devices and wants fixed equipment plugged in below the desk. Its secure clamp and split layout solve specific annoyances: a strip sliding during unplugging and charging sockets hidden beneath furniture. Built-in USB-C charging can reduce the number of separate adapters needed for a modest setup, provided the shared budget fits the devices.

Buyers seeking only extra AC sockets can spend less on a conventional strip. This model also loses appeal with an incompatible desk, several demanding laptops, or a preference for a power switch. Check desk thickness, cord reach, and simultaneous charging needs before buying. On a suitable desk with moderate USB demands, the clamp is a worthwhile convenience; it is not a replacement for a higher-output dedicated laptop charger.