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TESSAN South Africa Type M Power Adapter
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TESSAN South Africa Type M Power Adapter

Bottom line: The TESSAN South Africa Type M Power Adapter: Type M plug fits South Africa, India, Nepal, Botswana, Namibia and 10+ more; main trade-off: does not work in Kenya despite Type M coverage.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Type M plug fits South Africa, India, Nepal, Botswana, Namibia and 10+ more
  • ✓ Charges 7 devices at once: 4 US AC outlets + 3 USB
  • ✓ USB-C port hits 3A; dual USB-A share up to 2.4A
  • ✓ Light 4.8oz pocket size, no cords, cruise-ship approved

Cons

  • ✗ Does not work in Kenya despite Type M coverage
  • ✗ No surge protection to guard connected devices
  • ✗ Not a voltage converter; only 100V-250V wide-voltage gear
  • ✗ 4 outlets share one Type M socket's total wattage

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored TESSAN South Africa Type M Power Adapter using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the accessories category. TESSAN's accessories lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for accessories of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Type M Plug Adapter: This South Africa plug is compatible in overseas countries such as Bhutan, Botswana, India, Lesotho, Macau, Malaysia, Mozambique, Namibia, Nepal, Pakistan, Singapore, South Africa, Swaziland (Eswatini), Sri Lanka (It can not work in Kenya)
  • 7 in 1 South Africa Adapter: This South African power adapter can turn 1 South Africa Type M socket into 4 American AC outlets and 3 USB ports; 4-side design can charge 7 devices at a time without blocking, ideal for traveler, business man and foreign student use in airports, hotels and dorm room
  • USB C South Africa Adapter: Dual USB A ports can charge up to 2.4A, the USB C port provide charging speed up to 3A; 2 types of USB ports can detect charged devices and give you more charging options; ideal for charging your cell phone, tablet, laptops, camera, earphone, etc
  • Compact Size: With only 4.80oz lightweight design, portable size allows this US to South Africa plug adapter easily put in your pocket, effectively saving the space of your suitcase, backpack and handbag; No surge protection, no cords, making it fully cruise ship approved
  • NOTE: This South Africa plug adapter only works on 100V to 250V wide voltage devices. If you want to use your hair dryer, straightener or curling irons, they need to support wide voltage, or you may need a power voltage converter

Full Specifications

BrandTESSAN
ColorType M-grey&white
Weight4.80oz
Plug TypeType M
Unit Count1 Count
ConnectivityUSB-C
Model NumberTS-161-ZA-C
Power SourceAC adapter
Input Voltage220 volts
Output Voltage250 volts
Item Dimensions3.15 x 2.36 x 2.48 inches
Number of Items1
Number of Packs1
Number of Outlets4
Warranty Description18 month warranty
Item dimensions L x W x H3.15 x 2.36 x 2.48 inches

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