I’m taking my first international trip to the Philippines next month and I’m confused on what kind of adapter I need. I found this Site Plugs A and B look similar to those used in north america. I’m only bringing my phone, tablet, and steam deck. I read that I don’t need a transformer for those devices but I’ll still need an adapter. I was hoping someone could link me the right adapter I need. I tried looking on amazon but I don’t really trust the reviews on there anymore.
EDIT: for more context, my steam deck power adapter says. Input: 100-240v 1.2a 50-60hz. From my ubderstanfing, I won’t need a transformer for my steam deck but just an adapter. Someone posted This which seems like all I need.
Thanks!
The CIA world factbook is pretty good for this kind of stuff
https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/philippines/travel-facts
That is very helpful, thanks!
They have the three types of plugs, but all have 220-240V.
If you’re from Europe or UK, you should be fine, but you might need an adapter.
If you’re from North America. You’ll definitely need a power converter and adapter, no matter what type of outlet.
Tons of devices are 100-240v, needing a voltage converter is rare. A physical adapter is typically all that’s needed. Check the specs on the device.
I updated my post to include the power adapter for my steam deck. It allows 100-240v 50-60hz so I shouldn’t need a converter, but just an adapter.
Most USB chargers convert the voltage automatically. You only need an adapter. But for things like a hairdryer for example, you might need the converter.
That’s good to know, thanks!
https://www.amazon.com/World-Travel-Adapter-2-4A-SKROSS/dp/B01DALIDX6/
That’s exactly the one I used in the Philippines (and many other countries), it’s a Swiss brand with excellent built quality and overcharge protection, unlike many of the no name China things you find on Amazon. It’s compatible with all plug types from A through G, and with the 2 USB sockets you can actually charge 3 devices at once.
For the devices you listed, no transformer is needed, correct.
Hair dryers are btw. the most common single-voltage appliances that cause issues, so don’t bring one of those…
Thanks for the reply! That is definitely a little pricey, but if the build quality is good then it will be worth it.
You can definitely go for a cheaper one if it’s a single use occasion for you, I’ve just been traveling around a lot over the years - mostly for work - and had some unbranded thing before that broke after a few uses.
I do plan on travelingore in the future. So I might as well get a good quality one.
The Philippines uses 115v 60hz, like America.They also use these three plug designs:
You may need an plug adapter if you run into the third one,
but you won’t need a transformer.Everything I’m reading says they use 220V/60Hz.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mains_electricity_by_country Is where I got that.
Looking into it more though; it seems they used to use both and have since moved to 220v for the majority of things.
Many plug packs (ac-dc adapters) are dual voltage and will handle 220v just fine. Check the label on the plug though. Most other things you will need a transformer unfortunately.
That’s what I found too
As an Australian who has travelled a bit I would recommend something like this.
https://www.amazon.com/Cellet-Worldwide-Universal-International-Compatible/dp/B07QDV3QNJ/
Any wall socket to any plug you have. I would also recommend taking a power board with you so you can charge your phone and steam deck at the same time.
I was going to say the same thing. But you should get one with USB ports built in. That way you can use a plug and use the USB charging.
Test it at home. Years ago I had one that nearly burnt the room down when someone charged their phone at the same time as me. 1 was fine.
Types A and B are the majority of sockets so most US plugs will work. If your devices have the grounding plug (type B), you can buy a universal travel adapter that has virtually all the plug type configurations. As you already mentioned, most portable devices nowadays can handle up to 220v so you don’t need a transformer.
Thanks for the response, I will just buy a universal adapter and call it good!
If you are from north America you will need 120v-240v transformer
https://www.orei.com/products/orei-japan-philippines-travel-plug-adapter-2-usa-inputs-3-pack-type-a
My steam deck charger says the input can handle up to 240 and 50-60 frequency
I’d google it be sure but if it say 120v - 240v not 120/240v, cuz that’s different, you should be fine
Edit:clarity
That being said is steamdeck is 120v - 240v that’s pretty sweet
Edit2: see above
