STATUS 2 Socket Cable Reel, 18m, Green Extension Lead, 13 Amp, Thermal Cut Out, Heavy Duty, Outdoor Power Supply, Ideal for Garden, Workshop, DIY, Power Tools (S18M2G13ACR4)

I have had an 15m & then purchased an 18m and a 20m uprated one which is for external use aka outside, there is confusion with the two "in door" use ones, they say that as a legal requirement, it's about like on car side mirrors the manufacturers put, a disclaimer, saying objects may be closer than observer or something,like the coffee is hot on the paper cup at Gregg's or Starbucks etc, You CAN use the unit outside, as long as it's dry, so some simple common sense and it's safe, an Rcd Plug, starting from £10 to £20 shall make it as safe as possible, for an ext lead, also check the plug termination aka the screws for the wires inside, a nip up initially then periodically check every 6 months, Right the unit itself, absolutely brilliant for the price, not sure how they do it, the cable conductor is 1.25mm, best to unwind it totally if plugging in a heavy load, eg a fan heater, etc, Ergonomics, the winder needs to be free spinning, so you hold it in the right hand ( if right handed) and without letting go, you can smoothly roll up the cable, someone in the comments has said putting silicon lubricant into the groove between the inner and outer joint helps alot, I would add keeping the unit clean as well, when letting out, simply walk while letting out the cable, The unit function and day to day use, it is robust, I can see years of service for the light or domestic user, at least ten years, if plugged in permanently like a fish pond, some patience and care is needed, As for the professional user like myself, it's really good, 2 outlets / sockets is not ideal tbh, the bright colour helps in both avoiding trips and damage, it really helps when there is a few of us on site, Comparison, when compared with other brands at that price point ( except masterplug) it is alot better and worth the pound or two more, don't risk it, it's a hassle firstly to return and also the inconvenience of not having an ext lead when needed, My conclusion is this brand which is British and a call away, it's somewhere in Birmingham if memory serves, is alot better and a safe bet, I and more importantly the apprentices use them and had no problems to date of writing, the apprentices throw the units about, I have observed, so who knows what transpires when I am not in line of sight, the units are scratched and scraped, I check the cable itself and ABIT dirty and scuffed but really good, I spend upto five times as much on pro equipment, which is glass reinforced etc, but, then status stuff is still serving me, really happy and shall recommend,

I Am Happy With My 2Plug, Outdoor/Indoor Extension Cable, It Gives Myself Peace Of Mind. I Brought This Extension Cable To Give Me More Freedom To Move About My Garden Safely. While It's Aintegrated Thermal Cut-Out Technology Makes Me Feel Secure And Proteced, Regarding Electrical Over Heating. Top Is Brightly Colour, Allowing Myself To See Where I Have Left It, Easy To Carry Around, It's Sturdy While Being Lightweight. It's The 1st Thing I Look For When Going Out In My Garden. When I Used The Extension Cable, It Did Not Tangle When I Pulled Out The Cable. It Worked Well, When I Used It With My Black And Decker Scorpion Saw. When It Arrived, My Product Did Not Show Any Marks On Outer Caseing, Only Signs Were The Cable Was Not Firmly Wrapped Round Caseing. This I Thought Could Of Happened In Transit, Has Outer Casing Looked Has If It Had Moved Around In Box. Making Wire Cable To Probably Loosen, Creating It To Not Look Neatly Wrapped Around Caseing. Rewound All The Cable And Checked For Damage, There Was None, It Was Quick And Easy To Rewind Back Up. It's Simple To Use And Did Not Come With Any Instructions. I Am 73yrs Old And Would Recommend.

Hard to believe but this item arrived in a brown paper bag, nothing else - a thin brown paper bag !!! - nothing wrong with the item itself as far as I can see which is remarkable considering the very poor packaging.

I bought the IONOS 15m Cable Reel about a year ago to connect a treadmill because the plug in that room is miles away, and honestly it’s been great so far. The reel feels pretty solid heavier and better made than the cheap ones you normally see. It’s also really easy to unwind and wind back up again without it getting stuck or knotted, which is a big plus. Pros: Really good build quality Simple to use, no messing about Feels safe and steady even with bigger equipment Cons: Not the cheapest, but you can tell why when you actually hold it Overall, no complaints. The treadmill runs fine with it, and it feels like something that’ll last. I’d rather pay a bit more for something that actually feels reliable, and this one does.

I only have 2 single sockets in my bedroom, this has now given me 4 which is absolutely amazing ( for me anyway a single socket is stupid). The cable is long and I have attached it around my bedroom door and along the wall so I can now have my socket / charger and lamp plugged in at my desk which is the opposite side of my room. There is even some cable length the 4 plug socket is beside my desk behind my 3 part a4 desk tidy

Good extension and work perfectly well, durable, no tangle

A nice compact lead not overly expensive perfect for my requirements so I’m happy with my purchase

Easy to use, although the reel is tight sometimes.