Amazon Basics 50-Foot 3-Prong Indoor/Outdoor Extension Cord
- Extension Cord
- More reviewed than 80%
A straightforward, grounded 50 foot cord that covers most everyday indoor and outdoor power needs within its 1625 watt rating.
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How it ranks among the 10 extension cords we track
4.7★ across 30,100 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
30,100 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
8,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
This Amazon Basics cord is a 50 foot indoor/outdoor extension with a grounded 3-prong plug, 16 gauge all-copper wire, and an orange vinyl jacket, ETL certified and rated to 13 amps, 1625 watts and 125VAC.
The vinyl jacket is positioned to resist moisture, abrasion and direct sunlight, which along with the 3-prong grounded plug is what lets Amazon Basics call this suitable for both indoor and outdoor jobs. At 50 feet it's meant to reach further than a typical indoor cord, covering yard work, power tools and general lighting.
- 50 foot indoor/outdoor extension cord
- Grounded 3-prong, 16 gauge, all-copper
- Rated 13 amps, 1625 watts, 125VAC
- ETL certified
Who it's for
Works for general purpose use around the home, yard or a light professional job, powering tools, landscaping equipment or lighting. Not the choice for equipment drawing more than 1625 watts.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 50 foot reach for indoor or outdoor jobs
- Grounded 3-prong plug
- All-copper wire construction
- 16 gauge caps it at 1625 watts
- Bulkier to coil and store at 50 feet
- Available only in orange
Performance notes
All-copper wire construction and a grounded 3-prong plug give this cord standard reliability for its class, while the vinyl covering is what allows outdoor use in wet or sunny conditions without the jacket breaking down quickly.
Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in extension cords.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Basics 50-Foot 3-Prong Indoor/Outdoor Extension CordThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 30,100 | 2.7 / 5 |
| Go Green Power Inc. 16/3 25ft Outdoor Extension Cord with Lighted EndPower By GoGreen | 4.8 / 5 | 17,000 | 4.8 / 5 |
| GE 3-Outlet Flat Extension CordGE | 4.8 / 5 | 16,700 | 4.6 / 5 |
| [ETL Listed] Cable Matters 2-Pack 2 Prong 3-Outlet Extension CordCable Matters | 4.7 / 5 | 13,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
| TESSAN Small Flat Plug Power StripTessan | 4.8 / 5 | 3,900 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Amazon Basics extension cords
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Amazon Basics 50ft cord rated for outdoor use?
Yes, it's marketed as indoor/outdoor with a vinyl jacket that resists moisture, abrasion and direct sunlight.
Is the Amazon Basics extension cord grounded?
Yes, it has a 3-prong grounded plug.
What is the maximum load for this cord?
It's rated for 13 amps, 1625 watts and 125VAC.