The Best Cord Keepers
Nothing can mess up a victory dance quite like tripping over your spaghetti tangle of cables near your gaming area. Gamers who want every competitive edge possible know that organizing their cables is critical to successful gameplay. And as it turns out, the variety of cable organizers is as varied and unique as gamers themselves. We researched all the different types and styles of cord keepers available, and these are the best that we found.
What to Look For
In our search for the best cord keepers on the market, we looked for the following: How many cables can they hold? Can they be mounted to a desk or wall? And how many are included? For example, Delamu has a great set of lengthy cord organizers and wall-mounting hardware. It’s perfect for neatly managing cables, blending into most walls with its white plastic. If you’re looking for something a bit simpler to install, ProMaster’s set of cable management sleeves makes a great choice. They’re perfect for quickly hiding cables and bundling them together. Below, we’ll go into more detail on each cord keeper.
ProMaster Premium Cable Management Sleeve
Out of sight, out of mind
This ProMaster cable sleeve is a simple concept. It’s a thick, neoprene sheet with a Velcro strip down the side that you wrap around your cables. There are many similar designs on the market, but what sets ProMaster apart is the quality. The velcro is affixed by stitches, and the thick, high-density, waterproof neoprene sheet is of premium manufacture. Since each sheet is 4.9 inches in width, you can be sure that a single sleeve can bundle all of your cables. And with ten feet of length, even your extension cords can be covered.
Pros:
- Reversible material with black or white options
- Includes zip-ties to bundle your cables
- Quick installation that works on a variety of cable sizes and combinations
Cons:
- Doesn’t attach easily to desks or walls
SimpleCord J Channel Desk Cable Organizer
Clear your space, clear your mind
For gamers seeking a non-locking style cable organizer, this option from SimpleCord is the perfect solution. If you find yourself switching out cables and peripheries often, the “J Channel” design holds up to eight cables simultaneously without binding, making it quick and easy to replace cables. Each package contains five 16-inch channels and more than enough extra-strong, two-sided adhesive tape, making it great for desks and baseboards. We also like the fact that though the channels are constructed from durable material, they can still be cut into custom lengths.
Pros:
- Extra strength tape included for heavier loads
- Wide channels support multiple cables
- Easy to insert cables into the channel
Cons:
- Channels don’t lock together
Delamu Cord Cover Raceway Kit
Set your own path
Cable management channels are all designed to provide coverage and protection across long distances, but Delamu’s cord cover raceway kit allows your cables to cross those distances with twists, turns, and angles. Containing pieces that can cover a combined total of 157 inches, the kit surrounds cables in a thick, fully-enclosed, durable plastic channel. With couplings, T-fittings, and both inside and outside elbows, your cables can move across walls, around corners, and through doorways. You also have the option to secure the channels with either screws and anchors or self-adhesive tape.
Pros:
- Slip-close covers offer both great protection and accessibility
- Available in a variety of lengths, widths, and colors
- Easy to install with everything included and detailed instructions
Cons:
- Connectors are a different shade than channels
Frequently Asked Questions
Do cable organizers in any way affect the performance of the cable?
It is always important (when using sleeve-type organizers especially) that you check to make sure none of the cables are being pinched when they go into the organizer. Though pinching won’t affect performance, it can break your cable or render it otherwise non-functioning.
Are cable keepers heat-resistant?
For the most part, many cable keepers aren’t particularly resistant to heat, though this depends on the materials. However, well-organized cables shouldn’t heat up nor present a fire hazard. Still, we recommend that any cable holder stops two inches short of a wall outlet just to be safe.
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