The 8 Best exterior plug Covers (2023 reviews)

Best part: bell exterior plug cover costs reasonable and it is available to ship in 24 hours. These wall plates are solid. The foam seal is what is supposed to make it water resistant. The cover allows bees to make a nest inside it every year. The other one provides enough tension that the cover remains closed tight.

The cover only tilts up 90 degrees from its closed position. The large plastic boxes with the openings in the bottom are also an ideal wasp habitat. It is imprinted with a large brand logo. It makes it a lot easier as the plate was designed with the included screws in mind.

Why We Like This:

Perfect fit, attractive styling and sturdy construction
New and hot release

Best For outside plug: Bell old Cover

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate cover. The bell old cover is exactly that - it's a simple cover that hits all the right notes. This cover is made of a very strong and heavy metal as well. It has all the parts and inserts for either rectangular (Decora) or traditional electrical plugs. It comes with a lockable tab and a spring hinge closure. It is setup for a GFCI or "decora" switch.

This is a cover for an outlet that is used in wet locations, like outside. The materials look resistant, the lid has a spring to ensure the pressure over the grommet and protect from water ingress. It can mount both ways, it has a 2 screw mount option and knock outs for 4 screw mounting.

Why We Like This:

Looks sharp and was really easy to install
Perfect replacement cover, fit without modifications, nice quality
Fits both standard and decora outlets and comes with gaskets

Best For updated Outdoor Outlet Cover: Taymac Outdoor Outlet Cover

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Best part: taymac outdoor outlet cover costs comparatively low and it is available to ship in 24 hours. These are no more difficult to install than a normal gang box. It is used to have the traditional spring loaded covers on the walls and outlets. It allows cables to be routed out while the cover is closed and can only be routed to the bottom right when horizontal and the bottom left when vertical.

The sides of the unit expand sort of like an accordion so you can expand or compress to get the perfect fit for your plug while also keeping the elements away from the outlet. The foam keeps out bugs, allows water to drain (open cell) and compresses/ expands around any cord. It is ideal for outdoor outlets where the rain can damage your electrical wires. It is a different part number, it looks identical to this one and both have the extra duty labeling.

Why We Like This:

Works very well keeping water out of the outlets
Great timer for controlling outdoor equipment
You have more room for electrical cords, gasket, and mounting hardware

Best For style: Greenfield exterior plug Cover

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Compared with other cover in this category, the greenfield exterior plug cover has a convenient design. It is a great way to spruce up old outdoor outlets. If you need a cover for an older style two plug outlet, this works really well. It feels sturdy and good in high quality. The cover is metal and has no flex, which seals moisture out better. The outlet covers are spring loaded, so they won't stay open, which would make using it a lot easier.

The cover is spring loaded, so they won't stay open, which would make using it a lot easier. It will mount vertically, but is designed for horizontal use. There are plastic drop lid type or have a side door closure with a latch. It has rubber insulation on the back of the entire item.

Why We Like This:

Great looking white coated outlet cover
Covers close tight to keep rain and snow out of the plug
Lot of satisfied buyers

Best With knockout: Taymac exterior plug Cover

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The taymac exterior plug cover's material feels more premium than its price would suggest. The Taymac mm710c has tabs on the top and also on the sides for hinging. It covers the plug and cord very nice, but really sticks out about 6 inches. Everything fits and it keeps it nice/dry during heavy rain. The horizontal/vertical hinges are designed as either/or in use, whereas the Carlon latches both at once which makes them harder to open.

The installation of the cover could be designed to be a little easier, as you need to really put pressure on the plastic hinges to engage them. It works well to shield the elements.

Why We Like This:

Comes unlatched pretty easy, otherwise good
Easy to install and fits most extension cords
Comes with different plates depending on application
Deep enough to house wifi plugs and plug in a small power source

Best For outside Electrical Outlet: Sealproof exterior plug Cover

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Next on the list, we've got yet another cover that manages to win our hearts. It's the sealproof exterior plug cover and it's widely considered as cover that has the most suitable features. The new waterproof electrical outlet covers are easy to install. It comes with all kinds of insert adapters to fit various receptacle shapes. The Hinge can be installed to swing vertically or horizontally. It is easy to install with a screw driver and the additional plastic templates that come with it.

This box comes with a sliding cover, so you only have a flat plate to install against your wall. The cover must fall into a closed position when opened and let go via gravity. It should keep rain and snow and dirt out of the outlet. There is a whole you could drill out for lock as well.

Why We Like This:

Best waterproof cover for an outlet that's always in use
Very handy to have the hinges on both the top or side alternatives
Nicely constructed and easy to make fit your needs

Best For pre fab Outlet pockets: Greenfield outside Outlet

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The greenfield outside outlet's superior materials makes sure that it ages well with use. It is made to cover newer rectangular outlets, not the old style where the plate screwed on at the middle. It is good for pre fab outlet pockets in vinyl siding. It is a trap door seal that clamps tight when closed to create an effective seal. The plate will mount to a flat surface when the electrical receptacle and outlet box are perfectly flush. It is strong, attractive, and easy to install. It keeps water out of this exterior outlet very well.

This cover is quality made but requires a box with four mounting holes two for your device and two for the cover all on centerline. It comes with a cheesy thin foam seal.

Why We Like This:

More worries water would enter an outside receptacle
Works well and made of metal
New and hot release

Best With shelf: Kula modern exterior plug Cover

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The kula modern exterior plug cover's high-end materials makes sure that it ages well with use. Even the foam gasket is a much better quality foam than you find in a typical weatherproof outdoor outlet cover. This cover is designed to fit square / rectangular shaped outlets from all major brands. The style is sleek and it is a nice heavy product with a stunning finish.

The cover opens up and outward about 4.5 inches from the wall. It will keep the outlet dry while closed. This might allow water to get into it during a hard rain. The cover is milled very well and the lid closes perfectly over the back face. It is much nicer looking additionally makes plunging in a cord difficult. This is very stylish and durable.

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