EPICKA Pulse Ultra 70W: Travel Adapter With a Smart Display

A rental flat often has one free socket by the bed and another behind the sofa, and a plug that suits the country you live in rarely suits the one you're visiting. A good universal adapter that can also charge a laptop helps with both, and EPICKA's newest model adds a feature you don't often see on a travel adapter: a screen that tells you what's going on. EPICKA announced the launch on 30 October 2026, after first showing the adapter at IFA in Berlin. Full details are on the official product page.

EPICKA Pulse Ultra 70W at a glance

Sources: EPICKA launch post and EPICKA product page.

What's new about it

A screen instead of a single status light

Most travel adapters give you one sign of life: a small LED. The Pulse Ultra 70W has a 1.3-inch colour display. Plug in a USB device and it shows how much power that device is drawing. Connect several and you can see how the available power is being shared between ports. A touch-sensitive control sits flush with the screen, so there's no raised button to snag in a bag, and EPICKA has published a screen guide that explains each view.

Local voltage on the display

The most useful reading for travellers may be local AC voltage. With a compatible appliance plugged into an AC outlet and switched on, the screen can also show AC current and power. EPICKA is clear about the limits: the adapter changes the plug shape, not the voltage. Many laptop and phone chargers accept 100–240V, but hair tools and some small appliances don't. The display gives you a number to compare against the rating printed on your appliance, but it can't tell you whether that appliance is safe to use.

70W from one port, six devices in total

USB-C1 delivers up to 70W, enough for many USB-C laptops. EPICKA says that under its test conditions it can charge a MacBook Air to 53% in 30 minutes. USB-C2 and C3 deliver up to 45W each when used on their own. With several devices connected the adapter reallocates power, so USB-C1 may give less than 70W while you're also charging a phone and a watch. Add the two AC outlets and you have six connection points from a single wall socket.

About 25% thinner, per EPICKA

EPICKA says the body is about 25% thinner than traditional 70W travel adapters, with foldable, retractable plugs for Type A (US and Japan), Type C (much of Europe), Type G (UK) and Type I (Australia). Because the plugs are built in, there are no separate clip-on heads to lose. EPICKA also lists a replaceable 10A fuse, safety shutters and a plug-locking mechanism.

Who it's for

EPICKA pitches the Pulse Ultra 70W at business travellers and creators who carry a laptop alongside phones, cameras and wearables. We think it suits Airbnb and home-stay travellers just as well. Rental homes rarely have spare sockets where you want them, and one adapter that charges a laptop, phone, watch and earbuds while leaving an AC outlet free for a speaker or camera charger can turn the kitchen table into a desk for the week. The voltage readout is a handy check before you plug in anything from home.

If you mainly charge USB devices and want something smaller, our best universal travel adapters with USB-C guide covers more compact options. If you need more outlets for a longer stay, see our best travel charging station for Airbnb stays guide.

What to check before buying

• Your appliances' voltage. Look at the label on anything you plan to use through an AC outlet. If it doesn't say 100–240V, you'll need a voltage converter, not just an adapter.
• Your laptop's charging needs. 70W covers many thin-and-light laptops. Bigger laptops that ship with 100W or 140W chargers will charge more slowly.
• Where you're going. The built-in plugs cover Types A, C, G and I. Check your destination's socket type before you travel.
• Shared power. With several devices connected, no single USB port will deliver its maximum.

Pair it with the rest of your rental kit

A good adapter keeps you powered; data and cover keep the trip running. Before you land, set up a travel eSIM so you can message your host and find the flat without hunting for Wi-Fi. Our best travel eSIM guide compares Saily, Yesim and Holafly. For longer stays, SafetyWing is one of the plans in our travel insurance guide.

Our verdict

The EPICKA Pulse Ultra 70W is a useful twist on the universal travel adapter. The screen is a practical addition: seeing local voltage and per-port charging power answers two of the most common questions travellers have about plugging in abroad. With 70W USB-C, two AC outlets and built-in plugs for most destinations, it's a strong fit for anyone who works from rentals or hotels. Just remember it's an adapter, not a converter, and check your appliance labels before you plug in.

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