Customer Ratings & Reviews

Best buy essentials 12’ cord Is ok. The quality of the cord seems to be a bit thin compared to the cord that came with me device. I believe it will be suitable but just a big difference than what i had and what i expected. I plugged it into my device device powered on without fail Packaging was per basic and came in a large shipping box for a small item. The usage of wire seems to be a bit lightweight. The cord bends a bit more and flexible. I was used to a cord that was very durable and a bit stiff which felt high quality. In my opinion the cord gives me more length and doesn’t get hot which is good. I’ve used this for the past few days without fail. The cord is black so easy to hide against a base board or wall. I would suggest to use insulated wiring clips of your going to fasten against a wall or baseboard to secure against. The cord allows some stretch so you can keep it a bit taught just wouldn’t pull too much. I would recommend this cord if you need more length. This will work

Works well, no problems. I keep it next to my monitor, which I use for a variety of systems, including a TIVO Lux HDMI, a powered switchbox for display, laptops with HDMI, mini-computers with D-Sub, and PC desktops with display ports. Because the monitor must handle a variety of power issues that may occasionally have different needs and/or feedback, a good power cable is necessary to prevent spikes on the line from the AC and/or a variety of connected devices. The monitor occasionally freezes and/or has problems with the various I/O from switching modes because it has built-in speakers, a microphone, and a camera in addition to being a WLED and having an external webcam connected to the system. Although I rarely have problems with the cable I use for the monitor, it really interferes with my ability to multitask on multiple devices. This powercord has only failed once so far today, requiring a reset of the LUX device, indicating a higher cabling standard. Like other BB cables, I am happy with this one.

Excellent replacement power for many uses. I’ve been able to test/use this in many settings and it performs well without issue in all applications. It works with power supply/charger bricks or direct insertion for certain electronics. The cord itself is black in color, made with 18 AWG wiring and durable plastic sheathing with reinforced AC plug on one end and C7 connection on the other. The plastic sheathing is flexible and accommodates any usage. I really appreciate the 12-foot length of this cord to make many applications more reachable without the need for an additional extension cord. I enjoy being able to use with my laptop charger while sitting on the couch across the room from a plugin. I also bought a second one of these for a television I have mounted high that was too far from a wall outlet, again eliminating the need for an additional extension cord, which is nice. Overall solid replacement cord with many uses. Another quality Best Buy essentials product that does the job well at a fair price.

This is a replacement power cord for any of a number of modern devices. It has one of those symmetrical figure-8 connectors that are commonly used on TV sets, soundbars, peripheral speakers, laptop computer power cords, and the power cords of many other modern devices. These are not the kind of thing that you typically need replacements for, and they’re not something you typically lose. Having said that, just recently I couldn’t find one of the power cords that came with the set of speakers that came with a soundbar I had stored in a closet and had given to a friend. So, guess what? He called me when he couldn't find a power cord among the nest of cords that I included in the box I gave to him. So I needed a replacement power cord, and this one fit the bill perfectly. While I wouldn’t see the need to keep a significant supply of these on hand, having one or two in your spare parts drawer wouldn’t hurt, because, as I found out, you never know when you might need one. It's low-cost insurance against when you might need one in a pinch.

[PROS] Perfect Length: Given that this cable is 12', I've found multiple uses for it within my home. The most common has been connecting a console without needing to place it directly next to the television. I haven't noticed any issue or delay in performance of my plugged in devices. Sturdy Enough: The cable jacket is thick enough to not make the cord flimsy. However, I wouldn't want any part of this cable exposed to much foot traffic regardless of how long it is. [CONS] Excludes Organizational Accessories: My only gripe is there's no way to neatly manage the cable outside of the included twist ties that comes with it. The cable doesn't need to be retractable, but having included Velcro cable ties would help with cable management in scenarios of extended use. [CONCLUSION] Buying this cable is an intentional purchase. It means that 8' and 10' variants just won't cut it. From experience, I can highly recommend this cable. It doesn't do anything spectacular, but then it again it doesn't need to.

Happened to be just want I needed for an in-line power supply. The figure-8 connector (also known as IEC C7) is pretty universal to a fair number of electronics, so this is a perfect replacement for most TVs, in-line AC adapters, and other devices that use a 2-pin connector. The cord length was great for avoiding an extension cord. If I were going to complain about anything with this cord, it would be that it’s not a flat wire. The non-polarized design helps though, making it universal for any device that uses a standard C7 connector - gaming console, AV device, router, laptop power adapter, and so on. Just make sure that what you’re connecting it to is insulated so you don’t get shoked. Note that it only allows for 10 amps of maximum draw. Make sure you pay attention to this because you’ll either cause a failure of the cord or you’ll overheat the cord, which can cause fires. Like I stated earlier, the 10 foot length is perfect for avoiding extension cords, which can be extremely dangerous. Make sure that you also don’t run this cord under furniture or carpets, which can be tempting.

The Best Buy essentials™ - 2-Slot Non-Polarized Power Cord is a great replacement option for lost or damaged items that only require lower voltage. It is constructed from standard 18 gauge AWG wire. Because it is non-polarized you will want to ensure you are not replacing a polarized plug with this, for example a high power laptop charger. These come in two lengths, my advice buy the longer, for low power items the cord is thick enough Ang you can’t make a shorter cord longer. I have tried this in all my TV’s, DVD players, game consoles and other small appliances without grounding plugs and it has worked flawlessly. Just match the female end the the existing cord to ensure compatibility and double check it isn’t a grounded cord and the Best Buy essentials™ - 2-Slot Non-Polarized Power Cord will take care of the power needs for your device. The cord is sheathed in customary molded plastic and appears to be as durable as any other power cord I own. Looks like you can’t go wrong with this purchase, I would even recommend having it on hand as a back up.

Perfect for our open box sound bar setup that didnt have them, love how long they are