Tom's Guide discusses standby power used by equipment such as monitors, computers, printers and entertainment devices. A switched power strip can collect suitable plugs into one accessible point. Actual savings depend on the equipment and how it is used, not a universal monthly figure.

An Accessible Power Strip Can Separate Idle Equipment from Essential Devices

Identify devices that need continuous power before grouping them, and shut computers down properly. Respect the strip's rated load and avoid daisy-chaining extensions. Cable organization is most useful when each plug remains identifiable and the switch can be reached without pulling on leads.

Grouping plugs can support an intentional shutdown routine without assuming every device should lose power together.