Only you can decide if it's "worth it." I use a Belkin PureAV PF60. I would never tell you that it has any affect on the sound of my system or on my HDTV's picture. But, it looks good, has 12 outlets, has programmable outlets, has switched outlets, has delayed outlets, provides a litle peace of mind regarding surge protection, and I got it for a ridiculously low price a few months ago. I like it. To me, it's "worth it." YMMV.