What does it do?
- Allows you to switch on and off plugged in devices using a remote control
The make tested was Mercury, but similar devices are available
What’s the problem?
- Your plugs are difficult to reach, and not easy to switch on and off
- You worry about losing your balance when you bend down to switch things on and off at the plug
Approximate cost: £25 for a set
What to search for to buy online: remote control plug set