The Budi 350B is now available at Mascom International for KSh 7,000, in stock at our Nairobi CBD store inside Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. The Budi 350B carries six ports in one housing: five USB-C and one USB-A. Its first USB-C port produces up to 100W on its own, while the unit reaches 160W in total on Kenya's 240V mains supply. The body measures 77 x 110 x 33mm and weighs 352g, with four swappable plug heads for UK, EU, US and AU sockets. A 1.5-metre extension cord comes in the same pack.
Offices in Westlands, Kilimani and Upper Hill run into the same problem every week: four devices, two working sockets, and a tangle of adapters under the desk. The Budi 350B replaces that pile with one plug. A software developer can hold a 65W laptop on the first port, a tablet on the second, a phone on the third, and still have two ports free for earbuds and a smartwatch. Field engineers covering Nakuru, Eldoret and Kisumu deployments pack one charger instead of four. Hotel rooms in Diani or Naivasha with a single bedside socket stop being a problem.
Most 160W chargers sold through Kenya's electronics shops arrive without travel plug heads, without an extension cord, and without published per-port figures. The Budi 350B lists all six port ratings openly, which is why buyers can match it to a specific laptop before paying. Customers across Nairobi report running a full desk from one wall socket for months. At Mascom International, we are seeing buyers replace three or four separate adapters with a single unit at the point of purchase. Walk into Mascom International to test the Budi 350B with your own laptop, or order it for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the Budi 350B Wall Charger
Can the Budi 350B charge a laptop and a phone at the same time?
Yes. The first USB-C port holds 20V at 5A, which is 100W, while the remaining ports keep working alongside it. A MacBook Pro on port one, a Samsung phone on port two and a tablet on port three all draw at once, because the total budget is 160W. Charging speed only drops when the combined demand of every connected device passes that 160W ceiling, which rarely happens with a laptop and two handsets. Beyond that point the charger simply shares the available wattage rather than cutting any device off.
How much power does each port on the Budi 350B produce?
Port C1 tops out at 100W using 20V at 5A, with PPS from 3.3V to 20V at 5A. Ports C2, C3 and C4 each reach 60W at 20V and 3A, with PPS from 3.3V to 20V at 3A. Port C5 is fixed at 5V/3A, 9V/2.22A and 12V/1.67A. The USB-A port matches those fixed steps and runs Quick Charge 3.0 at 18W for older phones and accessories. Those figures are printed on the housing, so you can check them against any device before connecting it.
Does the Budi 350B work with Kenyan sockets and 240V mains?
It does. The rated input is AC 200-240V at 50/60Hz, which matches what Kenya Power supplies to homes and offices countrywide. The full 160W figure applies at this voltage range. The UK-style plug head fits Kenyan Type G sockets directly with no travel adapter needed. On 110V supply, found in the United States and Japan, total output drops to 120W, so travellers should expect slower group charging on those trips.
Can the Budi 350B replace my laptop's original charger?
For most laptops, yes. Machines that ship with a 45W, 65W or 100W USB-C adapter can run from port C1 without any loss of charging speed. That covers the majority of HP EliteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad, Dell Latitude, ASUS Zenbook and MacBook Air units sold in Kenya. Gaming laptops needing 140W or more through a barrel connector are not covered. Check the wattage printed on your existing adapter before switching over, and bring the laptop to our Kimathi Street counter if you want it tested first.
Is fast charging from the Budi 350B safe for phone batteries?
Yes, because the charger negotiates with the device rather than forcing current into it. USB Power Delivery and PPS let the phone request an exact voltage, so a 25W handset draws 25W even from a 160W unit. Budi lists eight built-in protection circuits covering over-voltage, over-current, over-temperature and short circuit. Users consistently report the housing running warm rather than hot during long multi-device sessions, which is normal behaviour for GaN circuitry under sustained load.
Which phones, tablets and laptops work with the Budi 350B?
Anything charging over USB-C or USB-A. That includes iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Tecno, Infinix, Xiaomi, Oppo and Huawei handsets, iPad and Galaxy Tab tablets, Nintendo Switch, and USB-C laptops from Apple, HP, Lenovo, Dell and ASUS. The charger reads PD 3.0, PPS, QC 3.0, QC4+, FCP, AFC and SCP, so it speaks the fast-charge language used by nearly every brand on sale in Kenya. Bluetooth earbuds, smartwatches, portable speakers and power banks sit comfortably on the two lower-wattage ports.
Why choose the Budi 350B over four separate chargers?
One wall socket instead of four is the practical answer. Four adapters plus their plug points cost more than KSh 7,000 in most Nairobi shops, occupy an entire extension board, and none of them travel well. The Budi 350B ships with UK, EU, US and AU heads that cover more than 150 countries, so the same unit handles a Dubai buying trip or a conference in Kigali. The bundled 1.5-metre cord also moves it off a wall socket and onto the desk.
How does the Budi 350B behave during Kenya Power outages and generator switchovers?
It restarts charging on its own once mains returns, with no button to press. The eight protection circuits include over-voltage cover, which matters during the surge that follows a Kenya Power reconnection or a generator switchover in Industrial Area and Mombasa Road premises. Running the charger through a surge-protected extension board adds a second layer for anyone in an area with frequent trips. Connected devices simply resume at their negotiated voltage when supply comes back on.
Is the Budi 350B worth KSh 7,000 for a Kenyan buyer?
Work out the cost per port. At KSh 7,000 across six outputs, each port costs roughly KSh 1,167, well under the KSh 2,500 to KSh 4,500 a standalone 65W or 100W laptop adapter fetches locally. Add the four travel plug heads and the extension cord, both usually sold separately, and the gap widens further. For a household or small office already buying two or three chargers this year, the Budi 350B settles the whole requirement once.
Technical Specifications
Power Output and Port Layout
- Total combined output reaches 160W across all six ports on 200-240V mains, covering a laptop plus several handsets.
- USB-C1 outputs 5V, 9V, 12V and 15V at 3A, plus 20V at 5A for 100W laptop charging.
- USB-C2, C3 and C4 each output 5V, 9V, 12V, 15V and 20V at 3A, reaching 60W per port for tablets and phones.
- USB-C5 holds fixed steps of 5V/3A, 9V/2.22A and 12V/1.67A, suited to earbuds, watches and older accessories.
- USB-A1 matches those fixed steps and runs Quick Charge 3.0 at 18W for devices without USB-C.
- Five USB-C ports plus one USB-A means six devices charge together without an extension board.
Fast Charging Protocol Support
- Programmable Power Supply runs 3.3V to 20V at 5A on port C1, tuning voltage in small steps for less heat.
- PPS on ports C2 to C4 spans 3.3V to 20V at 3A, matching Samsung Super Fast Charging and similar systems.
- USB Power Delivery 3.0 covers Apple, Google, HP, Lenovo, Dell and ASUS devices without needing a proprietary brick.
- Quick Charge 3.0 and QC4+ support keeps older Xiaomi, Redmi and Infinix handsets charging at their rated speed.
- FCP, AFC and SCP recognition handles Huawei, Samsung legacy and Honor fast-charge modes still common in Kenya.
- The charger negotiates voltage with each device, so a 20W phone draws 20W and no more.
Gallium Nitride Circuitry and Heat Behaviour
- GaN switching components replace silicon, cutting wasted heat and shrinking the housing to pocket size.
- The 77 x 110 x 33mm footprint stays smaller than three separate laptop adapters stacked together.
- At 352g the unit fits a laptop bag pocket without pulling the bag out of shape.
- Lower heat output means the casing stays warm under full load rather than becoming uncomfortable to touch.
- Eight protection circuits cover over-voltage, over-current, over-temperature, over-charge and short circuit conditions.
- Power sharing shifts wattage between ports automatically as devices connect and disconnect during the session.
Travel Plug System and Voltage Range
- Four swappable plug heads cover UK Type G, EU Type C, US Type A and AU Type I sockets.
- The UK head fits Kenya Power sockets directly, so no separate travel adapter is required at home.
- Budi rates the plug set for more than 150 countries, covering common Kenyan business routes to Dubai, China and the UK.
- Input accepts AC 200-240V at 50/60Hz for the full 160W rating used across Kenya, Europe and the Gulf.
- On AC 90-130V supply, as used in the United States and Japan, combined output falls to 120W.
- Heads swap by sliding rather than unscrewing, taking a few seconds with no tools involved.
Cable Reach and Placement
- A 1.5-metre extension cord ships in the box, moving the charger from the wall onto a desk or bedside table.
- Desk placement keeps six connected devices off the floor and away from foot traffic in shared offices.
- The cord suits Kenyan apartments where sockets sit low on the wall or behind furniture.
- Direct wall mounting stays possible when the extension cord is left out for travel.
- Cable ports sit on one face, keeping connected cords pointing in a single direction.
- The housing rests flat on a desk surface, so it does not tip when six cables are attached.
Daily Use and Compatibility Notes
- One socket runs a full workstation, freeing wall outlets in offices where power points are limited.
- Laptops rated 45W, 65W or 100W over USB-C charge at their normal speed from port C1.
- Laptops using barrel connectors or requiring above 100W are outside the range of this charger.
- Charging cables are not bundled, so use the cable that came with each device or buy separately.
- Cable quality matters at high wattage: a 100W laptop needs a 5A-rated USB-C cable to reach full speed.
- Suited to students at Strathmore, USIU and University of Nairobi sharing one hostel socket between several devices.
Package Contents
- Budi 350B 160W GaN wall charger
- Four interchangeable plug heads covering UK, EU, US and AU socket types
- 1.5-metre extension cord
- User manual and warranty documentation
Note:Charging cables are not part of the retail pack. Mascom International stocks 5A-rated USB-C to USB-C cables, USB-C to Lightning cables and USB-A leads separately, and our counter staff will match the correct cable rating to your laptop or phone at the time of purchase.
Warranty
The Budi 350B carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal household and office use. Claims are handled directly at our Nairobi CBD service desk on Kimathi Street, with no third-party agent in between. Bring the unit and your receipt, and our team assesses it on the spot during store hours.
Where to Buy the Budi 350B in Kenya
The Budi 350B is on the shelf now at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM and plug your own laptop into port C1 before you decide. Our counter staff will also confirm which plug head and cable rating suit your setup.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Budi 350B across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay once the charger is in your hands. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa, Kakamega, Kisii and every other major town receive next-business-day delivery. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit leaves the store with the 6-month Mascom warranty stated above. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate port ratings, current KSh pricing, and after-sales backing handled from our own Nairobi CBD counter.
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