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THEY ARE PROBABLY ONE AND THE SAME The key is that Europe is 220 volts and USA is 120 volts. The plugs also have different shapes. Therefore, the "gadget" must change the voltage AND change the prong configuration.

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Q: When do you need a power converter rather than a power adaptor in Europe?
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