Tronic Remote Control Socket with 20 m Range

Our review

This is a plug-in remote control socket from Tronic. You put the receiver into a wall outlet, plug the lamp or appliance you want to control into the receiver, and use the remote to switch it on or off from as far as 20 metres away. It suits renters, people with hard-to-reach outlets, anyone who wants a floor lamp or fan controllable from a chair, and households where a socket sits behind furniture. Before buying, check the physical size of the receiver, since a bulky one can block a neighbouring outlet or sit awkwardly behind furniture, and confirm the remote's battery type so you can have a spare ready. Think about how many devices you want to control: a single-socket kit like this is fine for one lamp, but if you plan to switch several appliances independently you may prefer a multi-pack or a system with separate channels. Also consider whether you need scheduling or app control, which this model does not offer, and whether the 20-metre range is enough for how you will actually use it, since walls and floors reduce real-world reach. It is available on Sokonia.