We consider a outdoor socket rain cover to be a worthy investment in the long run.
We are here to help you choose the right one for your needs from all the best available products in market today.
Our review process:
After analysing dozens of covers for the past few months, here are our favorite covers, in a wide range of styles and prices.
Our final collection has the best products and we also worked hard to maintain variety within our selection to accommodate personal preferences.
We have collected covers from several brands including enerlites, sigma electric, sealproof, greenfield, bell and taymac specific to your regular usage .
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Enerlites line of cover come in a pretty wide variety of styles, so you can definitely find one that suits your individual preferences and needs. It is easy to install and replace all your outside outlets to in-use. It features a polycarbonate thermoplastic construction and a high-quality gasket to offer maximum durability and resistance to outdoor elements. It protects outlets from outdoor elements such as rain, mud, dirt, and snow. The opening is one short end which would make it the side mounted horizontally.
It is designed to protect outdoor receptacles while they are in-use, allowing space for plugs to be connected even when the lid is closed. There is a black plastic catch that has quite a good snap to it when you close the lid completely. The clip that holds the door shut is strong and a little tough to open, but keeps it very secure. It comes with every outlet installed outdoors or otherwise subject to wet conditions.
Why We Like This:
Simple install and can close with 2 wires plugged in
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Best part: bell old cover costs comparatively low and it is available to ship in 24 hours. It is suitable for the small toggle style switches. It comes with everything needed to install. It includes attached gasket and mounting hardware. The included gasket seals well against the brick and is easy to install using the screws that hold the receptacle in. It comes with a moisture barrier and has a small hole to put on a small lock/wire to keep small kids from opening the flap.
It is weatherproof and has a lock on it so no one can "borrow" electricity from an outside outlet. This can mount both ways, it has a 2 screw mount option and knock outs for 4 screw mounting. The cover has a little locking tab so a lock can be used.
Why We Like This:
Strong flap cover with weather tight foam gasket
Designed well and with slots that make it easy to install
Fits both standard and decora outlets and comes with gaskets
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The greenfield outdoor socket rain cover gives the top-tier cover a run for their money by offering flagship specs at a much more affordable price. It is perfect outdoor cover for the style and style. It will mount vertically, but is designed for horizontal use. It has rubber insulation on the back of the entire item. It will rust when exposed to constant salty air. It works well to keep out the weather but, has no indent to keep and hold the outlet cover open when trying to insert a plug into the outlet. It provides great protection against water.
The outlet covers are spring loaded, so they won't stay open, which would make using it a lot easier. It is easy to install and gives the appearance to be water repellent. It feels sturdy and good in high quality.
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Next on the list, we've got yet another cover that manages to win our hearts. It's the bell outdoor socket rain cover and it's widely considered as cover that has the most suitable features. It can be used on a duplex receptacle, each with it's own cover. It comes with mounting screw and foam backing to form a snug seal against the wall. The spring covers are strong enough to come closed every time, yet give enough to not have to be pried open every time. There is another single door that has the square cutout needed by the bell.
This is a very nice, solid cover and it is easy to install. It provides maximum weather ability and scratch resistance. There needs to be a thicker layer of foam/waterproofing behind the cover or you need to place silicone around it.
Why We Like This:
Easy, heavy tension in the caps
Include thick insulation and are attractive in an industrial manner
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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 enerlites outlet cover is exactly that - it's a simple cover that hits all the right notes. This outlet will fit any standard size decorator receptacle or GFCI. It allows enough room for a larger gage cord to bend and exit the box without bending plug partly out of the receptacle. The depth of the cover allows various types of plugs to fit. The cover takes a small lock or bolt & nut 1/.
It is easy to install, and performs well as a weatherproof cover for an outdoor electrical outlet with permanently plug. The sides and top are frosted, and the front panel is clear.
Why We Like This:
Easy to install, and no problems with weatherproofing
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It is big enough for the average transformer plug as shown, or a round one, but this cover attaches to the box and can be mounted vertically or horizontally. It protects dry in rain and also fits a 3" x 5" size plug. It opens from the side of the top, depending on how you want to use it. It has a snap on latch which allows the cover to be closed. It is an outlet cover, looks and performs exactly as noted.
This is only a cover, there is a plate with it to give a choice of a plug as shown, or a round one, but this cover attaches to the box and can be mounted vertically or horizontally. It is sturdy and has plenty of room for the large gauge extension cord. There are punchout holes.
Why We Like This:
Really keeps the weather out and allows cord plug to fit without squeeze
Excellent product that provides protection from elements for outside outlets
Weatherproof outlet covers, customizable and work great
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The dual outlet covers are spring-loaded with foam inserts to keep them weather tight. The seals have precut openings for different applications which is nice. The cover has a seal, it's not rubber, more like a foam. It includes gasket and mounting hardware. The two covers are spring-loaded with foam inserts to keep them weather tight.
These covers can mount to the screw hole in the outlet, and the cover seals to the floor. This is a great cover for using on outdoor outlets.
Why We Like This:
Perfect to help protect outside facing receptacles from the weather
Good finish and color, easy to install and very weatherproof
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The taymac outdoor socket rain cover's superior materials makes sure that it ages well with use. These are easy to install over a 120vac receptacle. It is easy to install and is working well on an exterior outlet. It is made up of a durable high-impact polycarbonate construction that resists breakage and corrosion. It provides good access to the outlet and keeps the cord dry.
This cover works well although it is fairly flimsy. It fits the large cord and the depth needed for the plug and cord bend. It does the job to keep the water out. It is easy to install and is large enough for bigger plugs.
Why We Like This:
Very functional and holds by power generator plug inside for a piece of mind
Deep enough to house wifi plugs and plug in a small power source
Easy to install and fits most extension cords
Works perfectly for cords that don't bend as easily
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The sealproof outlet box is suitable and reliable and fits well with your daily purpose. The new waterproof electrical outlet covers are easy to install. The Hinge can be installed to swing vertically or horizontally. There is a cover plate that you screw onto the outlet box that holds the Weatherproof box in place. The cover opens to approximately 160 degrees. It comes with spare screws if yours are rusted and need to be replaced.
The base mount is secured over the surround of the outlet on the exterior then the cover is placed over the base. It does come with two separate pairs of screws.
Why We Like This:
Sturdy construction and made out of excellent plastic
Nicely constructed and easy to make fit your needs
Easy to install and quality protection for you outlet
Has several adapter plates that will work for most applications
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This metal cover is superior to plastic. It has cover, gaskets, and screws and is simply to install. It comes with a foam gasket that goes behind and then the cover, and the cover lid is lined with foam. Installation is relatively easy, however the hinge has a strong spring that keeps it shut. This requires you to hold the hinge open when securing the screws.
This weatherproof cover will work fine for a standard duplex gfci outlet. It is perfect for an outdoor outlet cover. The cover seals well, looks attractive and is solid built.