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Lew Electric Pop Up Outlets Compared
Lew Electric makes two well-known countertop pop ups: the round PUR and the square PUFP-CT. Here’s how they compare with the other main options, including motorized pop ups, so you can choose the right one for your counter.
By Seb Aroney, founder of Modern Power Solutions · Updated November 2026
On this page: Lew’s two ranges · Side by side · Alternatives · FAQs
The short version
Lew Electric
Lew’s two countertop ranges
Both are made for kitchen countertops and both are hardwired. The big differences are how they open, how much room they need underneath and which features each version has.
Round · manual lift
PUR round pop up
- Lifts by hand: press the top, then pull it up. It rotates about 340° when raised.
- Many versions in 15A and 20A. The PUR20GACQD has a 20A GFCI duplex, USB-A and USB-C (30W each) and Qi wireless charging up to 15W; the Stone Top PUR20GFCMRD holds a disc of your countertop up to ½″ thick.
- IP43 rated, and Lew says it passed the UL 498 spill test.
- Hardwired: its 5 ft cord connects to a junction box under the counter. The PUR20GACQD needs about 13″ below a 3 cm counter (BuyRite Electric listing).
- Metal, resin and glass tops in several finishes; Lew gives its countertop series a two-year warranty.
Square · flip-up
PUFP-CT square pop up
- Sits recessed in the counter; press the oval button and the outlet flips up.
- 20A outlets, with GFCI and USB-A/C versions; listed as meeting UL 498.
- Very shallow: about 2″ of space under a 3 cm counter.
- Hardwired by a licensed electrician; it has no power cord.
- Finishes include stainless steel, black, white, chrome and satin nickel; two-year warranty.
Compare
Side by side
| Lew PUR round | Lew PUFP-CT square | Point Pod Connect motorized | Hubbell Dual-Sided spring lift | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How it opens | Press, then pull up | Press a button; it flips up | Motorized: press the top | Spring lift: press to pop up |
| Outlets | 15A or 20A; PUR20GACQD: 20A GFCI duplex | 20A; GFCI versions available | 2 tamper-resistant, 15A total; no built-in GFCI | 2 × 15A or 20A, one each side |
| USB and wireless | PUR20GACQD: USB-A 30W, USB-C 30W, Qi up to 15W | On USB (AC) versions | 15W USB-A/C, or 65W USB-C PD | None (Tri-Power model adds USB and Qi) |
| Your stone on top | Stone Top versions (½″ disc) | No | Yes, insert up to 1.18″ thick | No |
| Hole | 3¾″ round | 4⅛″ square | 4″ round | 3.47–3.63″ round |
| Space below | About 13″ under a 3 cm counter (PUR20GACQD) | About 2″ under a 3 cm counter | 19″ from the top of the counter | Compact, low-profile body |
| Power | Hardwired: 5 ft cord to a junction box | Hardwired; no cord | 6 ft cord into a GFCI-protected outlet | Hardwired by an electrician |
| Listing | ETL Listed; conforms to UL 498 and UL 943 | Meets UL 498 (retailer listing) | ETL Listed to UL 962A | cULus Listed for countertops |
| Warranty | 2 years (countertop series) | 2 years | 2 years; up to 4 on eligible orders | 2 years; up to 4 on eligible orders |
| Price (4 Nov 2026) | US$467 for PUR20GACQD (BuyRite Electric); US$355 for Stone Top PUR20GFCMRD (Kitchen Power Pop Ups) | US$169–257 (Kitchen Power Pop Ups) | US$589 or US$679 (from us) | From US$285.95 (from us) |
Lew details are from Lew Electric’s product pages and limited warranty, and from listings at BuyRite Electric and Kitchen Power Pop Ups, all viewed 4 November 2026. Prices change and vary by finish, so check with the seller before you buy, and follow the maker’s instructions for your exact model before cutting.
Also comparing S-Box or Mockett? See Lew Electric, S-Box and Mockett side by side with Point Pod Connect.
Alternatives
Other pop ups worth considering
If you’d like motorized lift, plug-in power with no hardwiring or fast USB-C charging, these are the models we sell in the US. Each one is in stock with free shipping to most US addresses.
Questions
Lew Electric pop up FAQs
Do Lew Electric pop ups meet the NEC?
Lew says its PUR pop ups are engineered to comply with NEC 406.5(E) for countertops; they’re ETL Listed and conform to UL 498 and UL 943. Point Pod Connect is ETL Listed to UL 962A; connect it to a GFCI-protected receptacle or branch circuit and install it in accordance with NEC 406.5(E) and local codes. Hubbell’s countertop receptacles are cULus Listed. Your local inspector has the final say; our kitchen island outlet code guide covers the rules.
Are Lew Electric pop ups motorized?
No. The round PUR rises when you press the cover and pull it up, and the square PUFP-CT flips up when you press its button. Lew’s custom-top PUR for stone works the same way. For one-touch motorized lift, look at Point Pod Connect or our V3 range.
Which ones have GFCI built in?
Lew’s PUR20G models, such as the PUR20GACQD, have a 20A GFCI built in, and the PUFP-CT comes in GFCI versions. Point Pod Connect has no built-in GFCI: its cord plugs into a GFCI-protected outlet.
Which needs the least space under the counter?
Lew’s square PUFP-CT, at about 2″ under a 3 cm counter. The round PUR20GACQD needs about 13″ (BuyRite Electric’s listing), our V3 15¾″ below the surface and Point Pod Connect 19″ from the top of the counter.
Does Lew Electric sell the Point Pod?
Yes. Lew Electric is one of several US retailers of the Point Pod, as we are, so you can buy it from either of us.
We sell Point Pod, our own V range and Hubbell, and we’ve kept this comparison to published specifications. Not sure which suits your counter? Send us a photo and we’ll help you choose.
Lew Electric is a trademark of its respective owner. Modern Power Solutions is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lew Electric; the name is used only to identify the products compared.
