Southwire Surge Guard 44260
#9 in 30 ampFull review
A simple surge protector with a strong warranty for 30 amp trailers. It warns of problems but leaves the decision to you.
Camping World $85.63$85.63
The Southwire Surge Guard 44260 is the better RV surge protector overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Southwire Surge Guard 44260 leads on price and surge rating. The Progressive Industries EMS-HW30C wins on protection and monitoring. The Southwire Surge Guard 44260 costs $65.68 less ($85.63 vs $151.31).
Progressive Industries EMS-HW30C
#12 in 30 ampFull review
A long running hardwired EMS for 30 amp trailers. For owners who want protection that is always connected and can’t walk off the pedestal.
Amazon $151.31$151.31
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Southwire Surge Guard 44260 for price ($85.63 vs $151.31) and surge rating (2,100 joules vs 1,790 joules).
- Choose the Progressive Industries EMS-HW30C for protection (high and low voltage cutoff, miswiring detection vs surge only) and monitoring (volts and amps display vs indicator lights only).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 30 amp RV surge protector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Southwire Surge Guard 44260 | Progressive Industries EMS-HW30C |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Protection 35% | 0 surge only | 70 high and low voltage cutoff, miswiring detection |
| Surge rating 10% | 60 2,100 joules | 50 1,790 joules |
| Monitoring 10% | 0 indicator lights only | 50 volts and amps display |
| Price 20% | 95 $85.63 | 57 $151.31 |
| Warranty 25% | 100 lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Southwire Surge Guard 44260 | Progressive Industries EMS-HW30C | |
|---|---|---|
| Protection | ||
| Service | 30 A | 30 A |
| Type | Surge only | EMS |
| Surge rating | 2,100 J | 1,790 J |
| Miswiring detection | No | Yes |
| Restart delay | No | - |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Portable | Hardwired |
| Display | No | Yes |
| App | No | No |
| Lock | No | - |
| Warranty | Lifetime | - |
| Released | - | 2009-10-26 |