Must-have in a studio apartment and rental apartment: Power cube instead of a traditional power strip

2026-07-24
Must-have in a studio apartment and rental apartment: Power cube instead of a traditional power strip
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Are you renting an apartment that lacks electrical sockets? Or maybe you are furnishing a small studio apartment and every centimeter of space on your desk or bedside table is worth its weight in gold to you? Traditional, long and bulky extension cords lying underfoot are slowly becoming a thing of the past. Modern, minimalist interiors require much more carefully thought-out solutions. A power cube has become a true interior design and technological hit.

Innovative distribution cube - the end of tangled cables and traditional power strips

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Classic power strips have one huge drawback: they take up a lot of space, and plugging in larger power adapters (e.g. for a laptop, router or phone charger) often blocks adjacent sockets. The result? Out of five available outlets, you can realistically use only three, while the rest are covered by wide plugs.

The innovative distribution cube completely eliminates this problem thanks to its three-dimensional, well-thought-out design. Placing the sockets on different sides of the cube means that plugged-in cables do not overlap and do not block access to the remaining ports. It is a brilliant way to organize cables at home. You can easily connect a computer, monitor and desk lamp in one place, forgetting about the unsightly, dusty tangle of cables under the desk or behind the TV cabinet.

A modern cube instead of a power strip

If you are looking for the perfect balance between functionality and modern design, we have a whole series of advanced cube-shaped splitters for you. These are not only classic extension cords, but also power stations with built-in fast-charging ports. The most important models in the range include:

  • Directly into the socket (Wireless): The Spacetronik SPS-C03 models are the essence of compactness. You plug them directly into the wall socket, gaining 4 AC sockets, 2 USB-A ports and 1 USB-C port with 20W power. All this without a single extra centimeter of cable!
  • Modular power cubes: Spacetronik SPS-C01 cubes offer as many as 5 AC sockets (maximum load 4000W). Their unique feature is the absence of a cable and the ability to non-invasively connect several cubes together, creating your own personalized "power tower".
  • Classic cubes with a long cable: If you need to move the power supply away from the wall, the Spacetronik SPS-C02 models are equipped with a 2-meter cable, 5 AC sockets, 3 USB-A ports and 1 fast USB-C port with Power Delivery 3.0 (20W) technology. The whole unit has as many as 7 safety systems and a convenient main switch.

Instead of a heavy power strip: Why is a power cube for a socket a hit for travelers?

Are you planning a holiday, a business trip, or maybe you simply like working from different places around the world? Hotel rooms or holiday cottages rarely have an abundance of electrical sockets by the bed. Packing a long, traditional extension cord into your suitcase is not very convenient and takes up a lot of valuable space in your hand luggage.

This is where the wireless power cube for a socket comes to the rescue, weighing very little and fitting into a backpack pocket. By taking this compact model on a trip, you turn one single socket in a hotel room into a set of outlets for the whole family. You can simultaneously power a laptop, connect a hair dryer, and thanks to the built-in USB and USB-C ports - recharge the battery in your smartphone, smartwatch and power bank.

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Why is it the ideal choice for rental apartments and student accommodation?

People renting apartments or rooms in dormitories very often face the problem of poorly placed wall outlets. Working at a desk or charging a phone in bed becomes a challenge, and tenants cannot interfere with the structure of the building - drilling into walls, installing new flush-mounted sockets or permanently screwing traditional power strips to furniture is out of the question.

A power cube is a 100% non-invasive solution. By plugging the splitter directly into the wall, you instantly multiply the number of available ports without damaging wall surfaces. When the lease agreement ends, you simply unplug the cube, pack it into a box and take it with you to your new place of residence. What is more, the modern design in deep black or elegant white makes the gadget fit perfectly into fashionable loft and Scandinavian interior arrangements, enhancing the aesthetics of the room.

FAQ

1. Is a power cube safe for demanding electronics?
Yes, modern Spacetronik power cubes have advanced protection systems against surges, short circuits and overloads. The housings of models such as SPS-C02 or SPS-C03 are made of a fire-resistant blend of ABS and PC materials that can withstand temperatures of up to 750°C, which guarantees the highest level of safety for connected computer and AV equipment.
2. How does a power cube differ from a traditional power strip?
A power cube differs from a regular power strip in its three-dimensional design, which prevents plugs and power adapters from blocking one another. Thanks to the arrangement of sockets on several sides of the cube, the cubes take up much less space on a desk or floor, and wireless models are installed directly in the wall socket.
3. Does the USB-C port in the Spacetronik cube support fast charging?
Yes, selected Spacetronik power cubes (e.g. the SPS-C02 and SPS-C03 series) have a fast USB-C port with 20W power and Power Delivery technology. This allows for instant, direct charging of modern smartphones, tablets and other accessories without the need to use additional dedicated wall chargers.
4. How many devices can be connected to a power cube at the same time?
Depending on the selected model, up to 9 devices can be connected to an advanced power cube at the same time. For example, the Spacetronik SPS-C02 model offers 5 traditional 230V (AC) mains sockets, 3 universal USB-A ports and 1 USB-C port, while maintaining a total power load limit of up to 4000W.
5. Can several power cubes be connected together?
Yes, wireless modular models such as Spacetronik SPS-C01 have been designed for safe connection to one another in order to gain a larger number of sockets. Thanks to the solid cable-free design, you can plug one cube into another, creating an aesthetic power tower. However, remember that the total power of all connected devices must not exceed the maximum permissible load of 4000W.
6. Can high-power devices, e.g. a kettle or hair dryer, be connected to a cable-free power cube?
Yes, Spacetronik power cubes support a maximum load of up to 4000W, which allows even the most demanding household appliances to be connected safely. You can confidently power high-current devices such as an electric kettle, iron, hair dryer or coffee machine from them, provided they are not started simultaneously on one splitter, exceeding the overall power limit.

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