WattBox WB-250-IPW-2 2-Outlet Wi-Fi Surge Protector

Restart Stuck Devices Without Crawling Behind the TV

The WattBox WB-250-IPW-2 is a 2-outlet Wi-Fi surge protector made for small devices that sometimes need a power reset, like routers, modems, streamers, TVs, smart home hubs, and compact AV gear.

Instead of unplugging a device by hand, moving furniture, or asking someone at home to restart the internet equipment, this smart surge protector lets you control each outlet individually when it is set up properly.

Best Use Cases

• Router and modem setups: Helpful when internet equipment occasionally needs a quick restart.
• Behind-TV installs: Useful for TVs, streaming devices, media players, and small AV gear that are hard to reach after installation.
• Smart home hubs: A good fit for hubs, bridges, and small control devices that sometimes freeze or lose connection.
• Home offices: Helps protect and control small network devices that keep your workday connected.
• Small business equipment: Useful for a router, modem, signage player, small network device, or other gear that should be easy to reboot.

Who Should Buy This?

This is a good choice if you want more control than a basic surge protector, but do not need a large rack-mounted power conditioner. It is especially useful when the connected devices are hard to reach, such as behind a TV, inside a cabinet, near a router shelf, or in a small office setup.

It makes sense for homeowners, home offices, small businesses, smart home setups, and anyone who wants a cleaner way to reset small devices without unplugging cables manually.

Who Should Not Buy This?

This is not the right product if you need battery backup during a power outage. It is a smart surge protector, not a UPS. If your modem, router, or network gear needs to stay powered when the power goes out, choose a UPS battery backup instead.

It may also not be the right choice if you need to power many devices from one location. This model has 2 outlets, so larger AV racks, network closets, or multi-device setups may need a larger WattBox power conditioner.

This product is also not intended for outdoor use, wet areas, appliances, heaters, laser printers, power tools, or other high-draw equipment.

Compatibility Notes

• Outlet count: Includes 2 individually controlled outlets.
• Remote control: Supports remote outlet control and reboot when configured through the proper network setup.
• Connectivity: Can be used with wired Ethernet or Wi-Fi, depending on how it is installed.
• OvrC support: Supports OvrC web and smartphone app monitoring and management.
• Manual control: Includes a power button for local outlet control.
• Mounting: Can be mounted on a flat surface vertically or horizontally using the included anchors and screws.
• Power protection: Provides surge protection for connected low-power electronics.
• Indoor use: Intended for indoor, dry-location installations only.

Installation Considerations

Before ordering, decide which two devices actually need smart power control. Good examples are a modem and router, TV and streamer, router and smart home hub, or signage display and media player.

If you want the most stable connection, use Ethernet. If running a cable is not practical, Wi-Fi can make placement easier. The unit uses wired operation while connected to an active network switch port, and Wi-Fi operation when it is not hardwired.

Install it in a dry indoor location with safe access to power, enough airflow, and enough room for plugs and cable routing. Do not connect it through extension cords or other multi-outlet power strips.

Why Remote Reboot Matters

Many home and small business tech problems are simple lockups. A router freezes, a streamer stops responding, a smart home hub drops offline, or a small media device needs a restart.

With two individually controlled outlets, you can restart the device that needs attention instead of unplugging everything or cutting power to the entire setup.

Good Products to Pair With This Surge Protector

• WattBox Power Solutions for larger smart power and surge protection options.
• Surge Protectors & Smart Power Strips to compare other compact protection products.
• UPS Battery Backup if you need devices to stay powered during outages.
• Advanced Wi-Fi Routers if this will support your home or office network.
• Network Switches for wired network expansion.
• Media Players if this is part of a TV or streaming setup.
• Power Management Solutions for broader AV and network power planning.

Need Help Choosing Between Smart Surge Protection and UPS Backup?

If you are not sure whether this product is enough, send us the devices you want to protect and where they are installed. We can help you decide whether you need smart outlet control, battery backup, more outlets, or a larger WattBox power solution.

What is the WattBox WB-250-IPW-2 used for?

It is used to protect and remotely control two small devices, such as a router, modem, TV, streamer, smart home hub, media player, or small network device.

Can I control each outlet separately?

Yes. The two outlets are individually controlled, so you can restart one connected device without turning off the other.

Is this a UPS battery backup?

No. This is a Wi-Fi surge protector with smart outlet control. It does not provide battery backup or runtime during a power outage.

Can it help restart my internet?

Yes, it can help if your modem or router occasionally needs a power reset. You can place those devices on the controlled outlets and restart them when needed.

Does it work with Wi-Fi?

Yes. It can operate over Wi-Fi when it is not hardwired to the network. It can also be connected by Ethernet for a more stable wired setup.

Do I need OvrC to use it?

You can use it as a surge protector without remote management, but OvrC is what enables the stronger remote monitoring, app control, and managed power features.

Can I use this behind a TV?

Yes. This is one of its best use cases, especially for a TV and streaming device, or for small AV gear that is hard to reach after installation.

Can I use this outdoors?

No. This product is intended for indoor, dry-location use only. Do not use it outside or near water.

Can I plug appliances or heaters into it?

No. Avoid heaters, appliances, laser printers, power tools, and other high-draw devices. This product is intended for low-power AV, networking, and smart home electronics.

When should I choose a larger WattBox model?

Choose a larger model if you need more than two outlets, rack mounting, metered outlet control, UPS integration, or power management for a larger AV or network system.