In Quito, they use Type A and B power plugs and outlets. The voltage is 120V, and the frequency is 60Hz.
✅ Good news! You won’t need a travel adapter in Quito. Their plugs and outlets are the same as our standard Type A and B back in the States.
Quick Overview of the Plugs in Quito:
- Plug type in Quito: A and B
- Standard voltage: 120V
- Frequency: 60Hz
- Need a travel adapter? No, you don’t need a travel adapter
- Need a voltage converter? No, you don’t need a voltage converter
Our information is based on official power guidelines from each country, verified international IEC standards, and firsthand experiences from travelers across the world.
Quito is often a jumping-off point for trips to Colombia, Peru, or Panama. These countries may use different plug types.
Power Outlets in Quito
In Quito, they use Type A and B power plugs and outlets.
Type A
Type A outlets have two flat prongs and no grounding pin.
Type B
Type B outlets have two flat prongs and a grounding pin. Type A plugs will also fit.
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Do You Need a Voltage Converter?
If your device’s voltage isn’t compatible with the country’s voltage, you’ll need a converter. But in Quito, you’re good to go—no converter needed since the voltage is the same as in the U.S.
To avoid electrical issues, always check the voltage specifications on your device’s label before heading abroad. If it reads “100-240V, 50/60 Hz”, your device is dual voltage and can handle both 120V and 220-240V without requiring a converter. Most laptops, tablets, cameras, and smartphones have this feature.
Which Travel Devices May Need a Converter?
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Device Need Converter? Notes Phone ❌ No Most modern phone chargers are dual voltage (100–240V) Laptop ❌ No Check the power brick label for 100–240V Hairdryer ❌ No (usually) High wattage; many models are not dual voltage Electric toothbrush ❌ No Most models are 110V only Camera / DSLR ❌ No (usually) Most chargers are dual voltage Power bank ❌ No Charges via USB, adapter is enough Electric shaver / trimmer ❌ No Older or cheaper models may not support 230V Tablet / iPad ❌ No All models are dual voltage Portable fan ❌ No Many models are compatible with 110V Game console ⚠️ Check voltage Newer consoles like PS5 and Xbox are often dual voltage — check to be sure Bluetooth speaker ❌ No Charges via USB E-reader (Kindle, etc.) ❌ No USB charging only, no converter needed
More About Quito
At about 9,350 ft, Quito is one of the highest capitals in the world, which means thin air, epic views, and occasional shortness of breath (go slow at first). You’ve got the best-preserved colonial center in Latin America, with baroque churches so ornate you could lose yourself in the details—literally.
Hop onto the Teleférico cable car to get high above the city (pardon the pun), or take a day trip down the Avenue of the Volcanoes to stand on the middle of the world at Mitad del Mundo. And let’s not forget the local street food—finger-sized empanadas oozing cheese are a win after all that altitude.
Quito uses the same plugs and outlets as the rest of Ecuador.