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Best UPS Battery Backup Surge Protectors – Reviewed for 2021
Last Updated on December 2, 2021 by
John stared blankly at his monitor screen, seemingly at a loss.
Five hours' worth of deep focus, hard work, and ideas gone – 'erased' by a sudden power trip.
5 hours earlier…
John has been working on a sale presentation using his home computer since 3 pm that afternoon- that sale presentation might land him new clients. It was a weekend and he left his laptop in the office.
Just then, an unexpected power trip came by. 
The monitor screen flickers and the computer lost power.
And there he was – back to the last saved copy of his presentation a few hours ago. Why didn't he save his work?
John silently cursed himself.
As he beat himself up while panic attacks slowly engulfed him – he knew he has to redo most parts of the presentation and that could only mean a long night without sleep.
He could not believe his bad luck.
The above scenario is not uncommon.
It has happened to me more than a few times. Unsaved work 'gone' on a home PC whenever blackouts happen. 🙁
We all know electricity is unpredictable. One moment you are happily working on your computer and the next moment, your hours of hard work and unsaved data could be gone or corrupted.
Even if you could auto-save your data, frequent unexpected power trips could cause negative effects and damage to your home computer's internal hardware components.
In the long run, your saved data might even be corrupted due to a faulty hard drive, all thanks to an unexpected power loss.
John could have safeguarded his precious unsaved data and time had he invested in a battery backup surge protector – also known as an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Battery backup surge protectors serve as lifelines for computing devices that do not have a built-in battery. For example, desktop computers.
Before you rush online and get yourself overwhelmed by the sheer numbers of choices, technical specifications, and models out there, be sure to check out the best picks I have reviewed below.
I have done all the hard work for you – having filtered through, compared, and reviewed a wide variety of UPS battery backup surge protectors – across multiple brands and models.
If you are in a hurry, do check out the comparison tables for the top battery backup surge protection models reviewed and recommended by our team.
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Weather and electrical conditions differ from place to place. Before you start sourcing for your preferred one, it is important that you know what are your (wattage) needs and the types of battery backup and surge protection device to get.
Do check out the buying tips and essential UPS features below before making your purchase decision. Once you identify your requirements, be sure to check out the respective battery backup surge protector reviews in the next section.
UPS Battery Backup Surge Protector Essential Features
Essential UPS Features
Surge Protection – offer basic surge protection against power spikes.
LCD Display (Optional) – display of load, estimated run-time and battery capacity, etc.
Audible Alarm – important to have if UPS is placed at a remote corner of the house.
Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) – helps to correct minor power irregularities
A/C to Battery Transfer Time – the amount of time needed to switch over to battery when a power disruption occurs.
Run time at Half/Full Load – the amount of time you have to shut down your connected devices before the battery power runs out. Keep in mind that the more electrical devices connected to the UPS, the higher will be the wattage load and hence the UPS battery backup run time will be shorter when a power outage happens. And the opposite is true. 😉
Battery Recharge Time – the amount of time required for the battery to be fully charged.
Buying Tips for UPS Surge Protector
Buying Tips
Devices that Need Power and Surge Protection
Although most battery backup surge protectors offer surge protection for all power outlets, yet (most of the time) only 50% of the power outlets come with battery backup features. That means you have some decisions to make – an eight outlet ups battery backup & surge protector will only offer battery power protection for four outlets. You have to determine if four power surge cum battery backup protection outlets are enough for you before deciding on a brand and model to buy.
Choosing the Right Form Factor
There are basically 3 types of form factors (Rack-mount, Compact, and Tower) to choose from when getting a UPS battery backup surge protector. For an office environment e.g. data center, a rack-mountable UPS would be most suitable. As for home use, depending on the amount of real estate (space) on your desk or floor, you will want to choose between a compact or tower UPS. Compact UPS surge protectors usually do not come with an intelligent LCD display and are relatively cheaper.
Functionality
It is important to decide on the functions and features you will need for a UPS battery backup surge protector before making your purchase. E.g. if you need a UPS surge protector that provides auto voltage regulation , be sure to choose one that offers such a feature.
Compatibility
Be sure to check if your electrical devices are compatibles with the UPS surge protector model you are getting. Some electrical devices may have different voltage requirements and may not work on certain models of UPS.
Portability
Get a compact, portable, and lightweight model if you need to bring along the battery backup power surge protector everywhere you go.
Power (Wattage) Capacity Requirement
Generally, if you are a technical geek like me who owns lots of electrical devices and gadgets, you will want to get the best surge protector battery backup device that offers a huge power capacity. When power blackouts happen, the UPS will then have sufficient power wattage to allow the graceful shutdown of your mission-critical devices. Click here to find out how to size up the UPS you will need.
UPS Topology – Standby, Line-interactive, or Double-conversion?
Did you know that there are many types of common power problems that are detrimental to our electrical devices? Power problems like power surge, blackouts, brownouts, voltage sags, over-voltage, harmonic distortion, etc can happen anytime, anywhere.
Standby topology UPS (passive topology) will only safeguard against power failures, power surges, and voltage sags. Most suitable for an office environment (less critical applications) where power disruption is not frequent.
Line-interactive UPS is able to safeguard against under and over-voltage conditions in addition to that of a UPS that offer standby topology.
Double-conversion UPS (online topology) is capable of protecting against all common power problems. Be sure to get one if you have mission-critical applications or devices that require such a level of protection.
Waveform Type
Most electrical devices or equipment are compatible with UPS that offers pure sine wave power when working on battery mode. Be sure to check with your device or UPS manufacturer when in doubt.
UPS Monitoring
These days, most UPS battery backup surge protectors come with a USB comm port and relevant software. Be sure to double-check if you do need one. For example, battery backup surge protector beeping will trigger an alert via the UPS software and via the USB comm port, you will be notified of the audible alarm.
Warranty
As a rule of thumb, any decent UPS surge protectors should come with at least one to two years of battery warranty as well as 2 or 3 years on standard hardware warranty.
Tips on How to Size up Your UPS?
✅ Depending on the number of electrical devices you plan to get "protected", the UPS model you get should come with sufficient battery-powered outlets and power capacity (wattage or power rating).
✅ Next, determine the capacity required by calculating the potential load of the electrical devices you plan to plug into the UPS. The load is the total amount of wattage (amps and voltage) of all the plugged-in devices.
✅ Make a list of all devices that you plan to plug into the UPS. Calculate the wattage for each device by multiplying the amp and voltage together.
✅ The potential load (power wattage) will be known once you sum up the wattage for all the devices on your list. Ensure that the wattage of the UPS you get is at least 15% to 20 % higher than the combined wattage of all the electrical devices on your list.
[With LCD Display] Comparison Table of 6 UPS Battery Backup Surge Protectors
Best Editorial Picks | Model Name | No. of Outlets | Joules Rating | Run Time at Full Load | Our Reviews |
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 | CyberPower BRG1500AVRLCD Intelligent LCD UPS | 12 | 1500 | 2 mins | Read Review |
 | Panamax MB1000 Battery Backup | 8 | 900 | 3 mins | Read Review |
 | Tripp Lite SMART1200LCD Smart UPS | 8 | 870 | 4 mins | Read Review |
 | APC SMC1000C Sinewave UPS Battery Backup | 8 | 680 | 9 mins | Read Review |
 | CyberPower PR1500LCDN UPS | 8 | 1030 | 4.7 mins | Read Review |
 | APC BX1350M UPS | 10 | 789 | 4 mins | Read Review |
>>Check out UPS Surge Protectors without LCD Display<<
1CyberPower BRG1500AVRLCD Review
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No matter where you put it, this CyberPower battery backup surge protector will never look out of place. And yet beyond its aesthetically pleasing exterior, CyberPower BRG1500AVRLCD comes packed with many useful features like automatic voltage regulation, 2 USB charging ports, etc.
I personally love the multi-functional intelligent LCD panel. Not only does it provides useful information on battery and power line conditions, it is also able to display accurate information on battery capacity, but load capacity also estimates run time and more.
If you have quite a few mission-critical devices that you need to safeguard against irregular power conditions, you will be happy to know that BRG1500AVRLCD comes with 6 outlets that offer both battery backup and surge protection. You no longer have to worry about data corruption or faulty hardware components due to frequent power disruptions.
CyberPower BRG1500AVRLCD comes with a whopping 5-year warranty including the 2 replaceable batteries in addition to a $500,000 connected equipment guarantee.
In my opinion, this is probably one of the best quality UPS battery backup surge protectors you can get at its current price point.
CyberPower BRG1500AVRLCD | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 14 x 3.9 x 11 inches |
| Net Weight | 25 pounds (11.34 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Simulated Sine Wave |
| Topology | Line Interactive |
| Transfer Time | 4 ms |
| Recharge Time | 8 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 2 minutes at 900 watts |
PROS:
- 12 outlets with surge protection outlets (includes 6 outlets with UPS battery backup capability)
- 6 ft power cord (2 meters)
- Automatic Voltage Regulation
- 2 x USB charging ports (2.1 Amps shared)
- Audible alarms (Battery Mode, Low Battery, Overload and Fault)
- 1500 joules rating
- 2 x Replaceable batteries
- 5 years warranty plus $500,000 connected-equipment guarantee.
CyberPower BRG1500AVRLCD Intelligent LCD UPS System
- 1500VA/900W Intelligent LCD Battery Backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System
- 2 NEMA 5-15R outlets: 6 battery backup & surge protected outlets, 6 surge protected outlets safeguard desktop computers, workstations, networking devices and home entertainment equipment.
- Multifunction LCD panel: Displays immediate, detailed information on battery and power conditions, including: estimated runtime, battery capacity, load capacity, etc.
- 5-year warranty including the battery; $500,000 connected equipment guarantee
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2Panamax MB1000 Review
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If you are looking for a battery backup UPS with only surge protection capability, then Panamax MB1000 may not be for you.
This high-end Panamax UPS cum power conditioner cum surge protector (3-in-1 multi-function UPS) possesses more features and functions than that of average UPS surge protectors. 🙂
In my opinion, Panamax MB1000's ability to perform critical load management functions alone is worth more than the asking price. During a power outage, the 4 non-critical load outlets will continue to protect all connected devices and will shut down once the designated battery level has been drained. The remaining battery charge is reserved for the other four critical load outlets in a separate bank. Thus, allowing longer run time for those mission-critical devices to be properly shut down. 👍
Another impressive feature of MB1000 is its Dual Learning IR function. With this function, you will be able to program MB1000 to send standby or shutdown commands to hardware components like ceiling projectors, high-end home theater equipment and so on.
This multi-functional battery backup surge protector cum power conditioner is definitely not for people with budget constraints. But if you own high-end home theater equipment and entertainment peripherals that need extreme protection from adverse power conditions and disruptions, Panamax MB1000 is definitely a worthy investment.
Panamax MB1000 | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 17 x 13 x 4 inches |
| Net Weight | 36 pounds (16.33 kg) |
| UPS Output Capacity | 1000VA 600W at 0.6pF |
| Comm Port Type | RS-232 Serial |
| Transfer Time | <10 ms |
| Recharge Time | 8 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 3 minutes at 600 watts |
PROS:
- 8 outlets with capability for surge protection with AVR and power conditioning (including 4 outlets that allow critical load management)
- 10 ft power cord (3 meters)
- Critical Load Management
- 2 x USB charging ports (2.1 Amps shared)
- Audible alarms (Battery Mode, Low Battery, Overload and Fault)
- 900 joules rating
- Dual Learning IR Output Controls
- Voltage Regulation
- Fully Programmable
- LiFT Noise Filtration
- Rack Mounting Kit
- 3 years warranty with 2 years on battery warranty
CONS:
- Lack of USB Charging Ports
Panamax MB1000 Battery Backup
- 8 outlets; surge protection with avm (automatic voltage Regulation) technology and power conditioning
- Advanced control; Dual learning IR output controls, RS-232 with open source Code Protocol fully programmable
- Dual learning IR function; Panamax patent-pending learning IR function lets you program the UPS to send standby or shut-down commands to components such as DLP ceiling projectors.
- MB1000 prevents critical equipment from losing setup configuration, stored data and hard-disk crashes. Shuts off projection equipment via IR control to allow the projector bulbs to go through a proper cool-down cycle before shutting off.
- 3 years warranty with 2 years on battery warranty
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3Tripp Lite SMART1200LCD Smart UPS Review
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If you are someone like me who has a home office, then Tripp Lite SMART1200LCD may be a UPS surge protector you should consider.
I love the fact that this line-interactive UPS system comes with 8 outlets which are all capable of battery back and surge protection. As you may already know, most UPS surge protectors in the market only offer 50% of their power outlet for both battery backup and surge protection. What's more, there are also ports for Tel/DSL/Ethernet protection too.
In fact, SMART1200LCD is truly capable of protecting common office equipment and peripherals like home computers, laptops, Internet routers, printers, modems & phone lines, etc.
I especially like the dual form factor feature in which you can either choose to rackmount (2U) the UPS or place it on the floor or table as a standing tower (see image below).
If you are running sensitive applications in the backend, you will be glad to know that this Tripp Lite battery backup surge protector also comes with auto voltage regulation and all power details like battery capacity, voltage details and so on, can be displayed with the LCD screen.
All in all, Tripp Lite SMART1200LCD is a worthy buy for those who have a home office that needs holistic protection against power disruption and harmful transients.
CyberPower BRG1500AVRLCD | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 10.5 x 17.25 x 3.5 inches |
| Net Weight | 28.8 pounds (13.06 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Sine Wave |
| Topology | Line Interactive |
| Transfer Time | 4 ms |
| Recharge Time | 4.5 hours from 10% to 90% |
| Full Load Run Time | 4 minutes at 700 watts |
PROS:
- All 8 outlets come with battery backup and surge protection capability
- 6 ft power cord (2 meters)
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)
- 2 x USB charging ports (2.1 Amps shared)
- Audible alarms (Battery Mode, Low Battery, Overload and Fault)
- 870 joules rating
- Dual form factor: Rackmount & Tower
- 3 years limited warranty with $250k insurance plus $250,000 lifetime insurance for connected equipment
CONS:
- Lack of USB Charging Ports
Tripp Lite 1200VA Smart UPS Battery Back Up
- WORK THOUGH SHORT BLACKOUTS & MAINTAIN A NETWORK CONNECTION / SAVE FILES SAFELY DURING LONGER BLACKOUTS
- 1200VA/700W Smart LCD Battery Backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) provides up to 12 min of half load runtime / 4 min of full load runtime
- 8 Outlets provide UPS Power Backup & Surge Protection (for small server, desktop, monitor, LCD, network workstation, audio/video components, media center, keyboard, external hard drive, wireless router, IoT device)
- AVR CORRECTS BROWNOUTS & OVERVOLTAGES WITHOUT USING BATTERY POWER
- 3 YEAR WARRANTY, $250,000 INSURANCE: 3 Year Limited Warranty and $250,000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance for connected equipment
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4APC UPS SMC1000C Smart-UPS Review
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With Intelligent battery management and online monitoring capability, I must say APC SMC1000C is a must-have for those who own mission-critical devices or applications at home or in the office.
Through its cloud-enabled port, you will be able to monitor the status of SMC1000C from anywhere in the world via a secure web portal.
The Intelligent battery management function is also able to predict when battery replacement is needed. No more unexpected faulty battery surprises!
This pure sine wave UPS offers both battery backup and surge protection functions for all its 8 outlets. And that's not all, it is also offering 1 additional year of battery warranty when you connect and register the APC SMC1000C via the SmartConnect App.
If you are a big fan of LCD displays, you will happy to know that SMC1000C does come with one. It has an LCD screen that displays the important status of the UPS (in multiple languages) as well as the ability to configure the UPS via its user-friendly navigation keys.
APC SMC1000C may not be budget-friendly but if you are looking for a reliable yet feature-packed UPS surge protector, SMC1000C is definitely worth getting.
APC SMC1000C | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 17.3 x 6.7 x 8.6 inches |
| Net Weight | 37.5 pounds (17 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Sine Wave |
| Topology | Line Interactive |
| Transfer Time | 6 ms typical : 10 ms max |
| Recharge Time | 3 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 9 minutes at 600 watts |
PROS:
- 8 outlets with both battery backup and surge protection capability
- 6 ft power cord (2 meters)
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (help preserve battery life)
- Intelligent Battery Management
- Audible alarms
- 680 joules rating
- Built-in Ethernet port (cloud-enabled for online monitoring)
- 2 years repair or replace warranty plus $150,000 equipment protection policy
CONS:
- Lack of USB Charging Ports
APC 1000VA Smart UPS with SmartConnect, SMC1000C Sinewave UPS Battery Backup
- 1000VA / 600W Pure Sine Wave UPS battery backup
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) adjusts high and low voltages to a safe level, helping preserve the life of the battery
- Intelligent battery management means the Smart-UPS SMC1000C prolongs the battery life of the UPS by regulating the charge voltage in relation to battery temperature, and also provides a predictive month/year for battery replacement
- FREE Additional 1 Year of Battery Warranty when you connect and register this APC UPS with the SmartConnect App
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5CyberPower PR1500LCDN Review
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Despite its hefty price tag, CyberPower PR15000LCD comes bundled with loads of features and functions. As expected of mid-range UPS surge protection devices, PR1500LCD comes with 8 power outlets that are all capable of performing battery backup and surge protection.
In terms of performance, this sine wave battery backup surge protector is able to recharge its batteries in 3 hours. What's more, it provides an awesome runtime of 4.7 minutes on a full load of 1500 watts should a power blackout occur – giving you ample time to gracefully shut down your critical devices like home computers and servers.
Due to space constraints, if you have to place the UPS in a hard-to-reach location, you will find the extendable LCD display panel (via 4.5 ft cable) super useful. It will allow you to configure and check the status of the UPS without having to move the UPS in and out of the hard-to-reach location. 😓
Are you trying to reduce your ever-increasing monthly utility bill? If so, you will be glad to know that this Cyberpower battery backup surge protector comes with a GreenPower UPS Bypass feature. When the AC power is stable, power from the utility grid can be set to bypass the UPS, hence reducing energy consumption footprints, noise and heat buildup.
Programmable outlet control is one of the many features which I am most impressed with. It allows you to program both the critical outlets and non-critical outlets. By doing so, you will be able to prioritize and increase battery backup run-times for your mission-critical equipment and computer peripherals during extended power disruption. This feature also allows you to delay the startup of non-critical devices after a power outage so that the battery recharging time can be shortened.
This model also comes with remote monitoring capability (preinstalled network card) which will allow you to keep a close tab on mission-critical equipment that matters to you – hence keeping costly downtime to a minimum.
Do you own high-end A/V equipment at home? If so, you will probably never regret getting PR15000LCD as it is also made to protect power-sensitive equipment like high-end projectors and audio/visual entertainment systems.
CyberPower PR1500LCDN | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 17 x 6.7 x 8.7 inches |
| Net Weight | 54 pounds (24.49 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Sine Wave |
| Topology | Line Interactive |
| Transfer Time | 4 ms |
| Recharge Time | 3 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 4.7 minutes at 1500 watts |
PROS:
- 8 outlets with battery backup and surge protection capability (including 4 critical load outlets)
- 6 ft power cord (2 meters)
- SNMP/HTTP remote monitoring
- Automatic Voltage Regulation
- Programmable Outlet Control
- GreenPower UPS™ Technology
- Multifunction LCD Panel (41 different settings or status options via the UPS Status menu, UPS Setup & Control menus, and Testing/Battery Calibration menus.)
- Audible alarms (On Battery, Low Battery, Overload, Fault, Replace Battery)
- LED Indicators (Power On, Online, On Battery, Wiring fault, Replace Battery)
- 1030 joules rating
- 2 x Swappable batteries
- 3 years limited warranty with a $375,000 (lifetime) connected equipment guarantee.
CONS:
- Lack of USB Charging Ports
- heavy at 54 pounds (I am not surprised considering its awesome features :))
CyberPower PR1500LCDN Smart App Sinewave UPS System
- 1500VA/1500W Smart App Sinewave Battery Backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System – designed to support Active PFC and conventional power supplies. SNMP/HTTP remote monitoring is available with pre-installed RMCARD205.
- 8 battery backup and surge-protected NEMA 5-15R outlets: Safeguard corporate servers, department servers, storage appliances, network devices and telecom installations. Input voltage range: 78Vac – 149Vac
- Extendable multifunction LCD panel: This can be removed and relocated when installed in hard-to-reach places using the attached 4.5' cable. Displays immediate, detailed information on battery and power conditions, including Estimated runtime, battery capacity, load capacity, etc.
- 3-year warranty – Including the battery, $375,000 connected equipment guarantee
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6APC BX1350M Back-UPS Pro Review
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Beyond its sleek and nice-looking exterior, if you are hoping to get a UPS surge protector that comes bundled with some great features and yet does not break the bank, APC BX1350M could be your best choice.
While it is definitely not the best in performance, BXS1350M is more than sufficient to safeguard all your home computers, laptop, and peripherals against power disruption.
APC BX1350M comes with an automatic voltage regulation function that is able to help preserves battery life and maximize runtime. it does so by correcting low voltages without discharging the battery.
This APC battery backup surge protector also comes with an intelligent battery management feature whereby the UPS batteries will be maximized for performance and reliability via intelligent, precision charging.
Like I mentioned earlier, if you want a USP that is budget-friendly and yet feature-packed, this 10 outlet APC battery backup surge protector will not disappoint.
If BX1350M happens to be sold out, you can still get it by doing a bundle purchase (BM1350M + BE600M1).
BE600M1 is a lower-end UPS surge protector from APC which is most suitable for low-energy consumption devices such as Internet modems, wifi routers, indoor cameras, etc.
APC BX1350M | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 15.04 x 3.94 x 9.84 inches |
| Net Weight | 22.5 pounds (10.2 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Stepped approximation to a sinewave |
| Topology | Line Interactive |
| Transfer Time | 8 ms typical : 10 ms max |
| Recharge Time | 16 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 2 minutes at 810 watts |
PROS:
- 10 outlets with surge protection outlets (includes 5 outlets with UPS battery backup capability)
- 6 ft power cord (2 meters)
- Automatic Voltage Regulation
- 1 GB Network Dataline Protection
- Audible alarms (Provides notification of changing utility power and UPS power conditions)
- 789 joules rating
- 1 x Hot-Swappable Replaceable batteries
- 3 years repair or replace warranty plus lifetime $250,000 equipment protection policy.
CONS:
- Lack of USB Charging Ports
APC UPS BX1350M 1350VA UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector
- 1350VA / 810W Backup Battery power supply
- 10 Outlets (NEMA 5-15R): 5 UPS Battery Backup with Surge Protection Outlets, and 5 Surge Protector Only Outlets
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) instantly corrects low/high voltage fluctuations, and is Active PFC compatible
- 1 GB network dataline protection, 6′ Power Cord, right-angle 3-prong wall plug (NEMA 5-15P)
- W3-5 Year Battery Life. UPS Replacement Battery for BX1350M sold separately (part # APCRBC123)
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Non-LCD display UPS surge protectors are usually more affordable and are more suitable for small office and home setup. Refer to the comparison table below for the best 8 Non-LCD Display UPS battery backup surge protection devices I have picked and reviewed.
[Non LCD Display] Comparison Table of 8 Best UPS Battery Backup Surge Protectors
Best Editorial Picks | Model Name | No. of Outlets | Joules Rating | Full Load Run Time | Our Reviews |
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 | APC BE650G1 UPS | 8 | 340 | 3 mins @ 390 watts | Read Review |
 | APC BE850M2 UPS | 9 | 354 | 2 mins @ 450 watts | Read Review |
 | CyberPower ST900U UPS | 12 | 890 | 2 mins @ 500 watts | Read Review |
 | Tripp Lite BC500 500VA | 8 | 216 | 1.5 mins @ 260 watts | Read Review |
 | Tripp Lite AVR750U 750VA | 12 | 316 | 3 mins @ 450 watts | Read Review |
 | CyberPower CP800AVR | 8 | 1030 | 1.2 mins @ 450 watts | Read Review |
 | Forza NT-1011D UPS | 6 | 200 | 1 min @ 375 watts | Read Review |
 | Vertiv Liebert PST5-500MT120 | 8 | 316 | 3 mins @ 300 watts | Read Review |
>>Check out UPS Surge Protectors with LCD Display<<
1APC BE650G1 UPS Review
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With 8 power outlets and a pleasing black-colored exterior, this battery backup surge protector is definitely a great addition to your home office.
Not only can it protect up to 4 mission-critical Internet of Things (IoT) devices (including home computers) against unexpected power outages and power surges, it has 4 additional outlets that offer surge protection of up to 340 joules.
An average computer typically uses between 60 watts and up to 300 watts for a high-end PC. That means APC BE650G1 will be able to provide you with at least 3 minutes of run time even if your PC is running at 300 watts. In my opinion, 3 minutes is more than sufficient for most computers to perform a graceful shutdown.
Besides having a 5 feet power cord, this UPS surge protector comes with a replaceable battery. Depending on the power conditions and usage, do expect the battery life to last between 2 to 5 years.
People working from home should consider getting one for peace of mind against unexpected power disruptions.
APC BE600M1 | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 7.09 x 11.18 x 3.39 inches |
| Net Weight | 13.64 pounds (6.2 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Stepped approximation to a sinewave |
| Topology | Standby |
| Transfer Time | 8ms |
| Recharge Time | 24 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 3 minutes at 390 watts |
PROS:
- 8 power outlets [4 outlets with both UPS Battery Backup and Surge Protection plus 4 x Surge Protection Only Outlets ]
- 5 ft power cord (1.52 meters)
- Ethernet Dataline Surge Protection
- LED status display
- Audible alarm (notification for change in Utility power and UPS power conditions)
- 340 joules rating
- Replaceable battery (Battery Life: 2 ~ 5 years)
- 3 years warranty plus $75,000 connected-equipment policy.
CONS:
- No USB charging port
APC BE650G1 UPS, 650VA UPS Battery Backup Surge Protector
- 600VA / 390W Backup Battery power supply
- 8 Outlets (NEMA 5-15R): 4 UPS Battery Backup with Surge Protection Outlets, and 4 Surge Protector Only Outlets
- Ethernet Dataline surge protection (RJ45 10/100 ports) for connected equipment
- REPLACEABLE BATTERY: The battery can be replaced when needed with RBC model RBC17 (sold separately)
- Backed by APC's 3-YEAR warranty, plus a $75,000 connected-equipment policy
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2APC UPS BE850M2 Review
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APC BE850M2 is an obvious upgrade to BE600M1 in terms of the number of outlets and watts. This 450 watts battery backup surge protection device comes with 9 power outlets. BE600M1 is for you if you are a tech junkie like me who has huge numbers of electronic devices to charge every now and then. 🙂
And if you are a USB charging enthusiast like me, you will be happy to know that BE850M2 comes with 2 x USB charging ports.
Of the nine outlets, six of them are connected to and protected by the internal battery in addition to surge protection. The remaining three outlets are only surge-protected, most ideal for powering electronics gadgets like hand-phone chargers and gaming devices.
If you happen to use up all 450 watts of power (which is unlikely) from this APC battery backup surge protector, worry not! You will still have about 2 minutes of run time left for you to properly shut down mission-critical devices like computers and printers.
You will get a longer run time if you do not use up all 450 watts of power from APC BE850M2. For example, if you only use 100 watts of power, you will have about 32 minutes' worth of run time whenever a power outage occurs.
Just like BE600M1, you will also get to enjoy up to 3 years of warranty plus a $75,000 connected equipment guarantee from APC.
APC BE850M2 | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 12.87 x 4.13 x 5.47 inches |
| Net Weight | 9.04 pounds (4.1 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Stepped approximation to a sinewave |
| Topology | Standby |
| Transfer Time | 6ms |
| Recharge Time | 8 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 2 minutes at 450 watts |
PROS:
- 9 power outlets including 3 widely spaced out outlets for brick-sized plugs.
- 450 watts of power
- 2 x USB charging ports (2.4A shared)
- 5 ft power cord (1.52 meters)
- Audible alarm
- Wall-mountable
- 3 to 5 years of battery life
- 3 years warranty
CONS:
- Joules rating is only 354
APC UPS BE850M2, 850VA UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector
- 850VA / 450W Backup Battery power supply
- Two USB Charger Ports (2.4A shared)
- 9 Outlets (NEMA 5-15R): 6 UPS Battery Backup with Surge Protection Outlets, and 3 Surge Protector Only Outlets
- Backed by APC's 3-YEAR warranty, plus a $75,000 connected-equipment policy
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3CyberPower ST900U 900VA/500W 12 Outlets Standby UPS Review
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If you are looking for a budget-friendly and reliable battery backup surge protector, I have a strong feeling you will come to like CyberPower ST900U UPS.
Thanks to its small compact size, this 500 watts UPS is most suitable for use in both home and office. You will still get about a few minutes of run time even if you run at full load (500 watts).
One thing to note is that this 12 outlet UPS only has 6 outlets that offer both surge and battery backup protection. The rest of the 6 outlets only come with surge protection capability. But you will be glad to know that there are sleek features such as GreenPower UPS™ High-Efficiency Design that will help reduce power consumption via a compact charger and built-in power inverter. And it also comes with simulated Sinewave to deliver backup power for all your computer and peripherals.
This affordable battery backup surge protection device comes with a three-year warranty (including the battery) and the $125,000 connected equipment guarantee. The connected equipment guarantee covers the repair and replacement of damaged connected equipment caused by power surges.
CyberPower ST900U comes with PowerPanel Personal Software which provides a dashboard for you to monitor and control the UPS system.
If you ask me, I would say this is a great price based on the sheer numbers of outlets, ultra-efficient backup power system, USB charging ports and PowerPanel Personal Software.
AmazonBasics 1000VA | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 7 x 12.2 x 3.1 inches |
| Net Weight | 7.7 pounds (3.5 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Stimulated Sine Wave |
| Topology | Standby |
| Transfer Time | 8 ms |
| Recharge Time | 8 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 2 minutes at 550 watts |
PROS:
- 12 x NEMA 5-15R Outlets
- GreenPower UPS High-Efficiency Design
- NEMA 5-15P Plug, 45 degree offset with 5ft Power Cord
- 900VA/500W Capacity
- Simulated Sine Wave Output
- Includes free PowerPanel Personal software download
- 2 x USB charging port – 2.1A (shared)
CONS:
- Beeping sound can be quite loud when the electricity is off
CyberPower ST900U Standby UPS System, 900VA/500W, 12 Outlets, 2 USB Charging Ports
- 900VA/500W Standby Battery Backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System
- 12 NEMA 5-15R OUTLETS: (6) Battery Backup & Surge Protected Outlets and (6) Surge Protected Outlets safeguard home office and entertainment needs, including computers, gaming consoles, and broadband routers.
- ADDITIONAL FEATURES: LED status light indicates Power-On and Wiring Fault, transformer-spaced outlets. 5 ft. cord with NEMA 5-15P plug. (2) USB 2.1A (shared) Charging Ports
- GreenPower UPS High-Efficiency Design: Reduces power consumption by utilizing a compact charger and power inverter to create an ultra-efficient backup power system for home and office use
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4Tripp Lite BC500 Review
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Are you staying in an area where blackouts and brownouts visit you more than your next-door neighbors? 😉 If so, these frequent power disruptions may cause unexpected damage to your computer and other essential electrical devices at home.
Whenever clients ask for UPS recommendations, battery backup surge protectors from Tripp Lite are what I would recommend. In this case, Tripp Lite BC500 would fit the bill if you are looking to get something affordable and reliable to protect your home computer and other essential electrical devices.
With 8 a/c outlets and a half (four) of them capable of protection against power disruptions and power surges, you will want to consider getting one if you do not have power-hungry electronics devices at home besides your laptop or home PC.
Watts power and joules rating may be on the low side but like I mentioned earlier, if you do not own power-hungry electrical devices at home, BC500 should be more than sufficient to shield them against blackouts and brownouts as well as power spikes.
Tripp lite BC500 comes with a 3 years warranty and awesome lifetime insurance for connected equipment.
Tripp Lite BC500 | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 7.28 x 4.33 x 4.13 inches |
| Net Weight | 3.97 pounds (1.8 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Sinewave |
| Topology | Standby |
| Transfer Time | 6ms |
| Recharge Time | 6.5 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 1.5 minutes at 260 watts |
PROS:
- 8 power outlets with 4 outlets for UPS power backup and surge protection and the remaining 4 for surge protection only
- Up to 1.5 minutes of run time for full load and 6.9 minutes for half load
- 316 joules rating
- 5 ft power cord
- Diagnostic LED with Audible alarm
- Protects against blackouts, brownouts and power transient surges
- Spacing-saving housing
- 3 years warranty with $100,000 lifetime insurance for connected equipment
CONS:
- Lack of USB charging port
- Low watts power
Tripp Lite 500VA UPS Battery Backup Surge Protector
- Protects from blackouts, brownouts & transient surges allowing time to back up critical files
- 500VA/ 260W battery backup Uninterruptible power supply (ups) provides up to 1.5 minutes of runtime for a full load, and 6.9 min Of half-load runtime
- 8 outlets power & protect connected peripherals: 4 outlets provide ups power backup & surge protection (home office or media center); 4 outlets offer surge protection only (ideal for printers & other electronics not essential in a blackout)
- Batteries are user-replaceable allowing you to extend the life of your ups if the batteries are depleted after the 3-year warranty
- 3-Year warranty, $100, 000 Insurance: 3-year limited warranty and $100, 000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance for connected equipment.
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5Tripp Lite AVR750U Review
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For less than 20 bucks difference, Tripp Lite AVR750U should be the obvious choice for most people when you compare it against Tripp Lite BC500 listed above.
In my opinion, most Tripp Lite battery backup surge protectors offer the best value for the price you pay for. It is definitely true for AVR750U.
Tripp Lite BC500 reviewed above truly pales in features and value if you were to compare them apple to apple. With this Tripp Lite AVR750U battery backup surge protector, not only do you get surge protection for both DSL and TEL but the Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) feature is also included.
Automatic voltage regulation is a built-in function that helps correct abnormal voltages (high and low voltage conditions) without you having to shut down your computer and other essential devices. In the long run, this will help preserve precious battery charges and the lifespan of the UPS battery.
Having AVR feature for a UPS at such a price point is definitely a huge plus in my book. I also like the fact that I do not have to wake up in the middle of the night just to attend to nuisance beeping caused by super brief power outages that are hardly noticeable. The audible alarm will only sound during the onset of critical alerts like prolonged power disruptions.
AVR750U comes with 450 watts of power which means you will have a run time of up to 3 minutes (enough to shut down your computer and others) even if you used up all 12 outlets and get it up to full load (450 watts).
Tripp Lite offers peace of mind warranty of 3 years on top of the lifetime insurance for all connected equipment. 🙂
Tripp Lite AVR750U | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 12.01 x 7.01 x 4.02 inches |
| Net Weight | 15.3 pounds (6.94 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Pure Sine Wave |
| Topology | Line Interactive |
| Transfer Time | 6 ms |
| Recharge Time | 8 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 3 minutes at 450 watts |
PROS:
- 12 (5-15R) Outlets
- 750 VA/450 Watts
- 360 Joules Rating
- 3 minutes of run time at Full Load (450 Watts)
- Protect against blackouts, brownouts and over-voltages
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)
- Muted Battery Alarm (Non-critical only)
- Diagnostic LEDs display power conditions (GREEN indicates power status and operating mode / RED indicates battery-low, overload, replace battery and fault conditions)
- USB Communication Port
- Surge/Noise Protection (EMI/RFI)
- Tel/Network Protection via RJ45 Jacks
- 3 Years warranty with lifetime insurance for connected equipment
CONS:
- Lack of USB charging ports
Tripp Lite 750VA UPS Battery Backup, 450W AVR Line Interactive, USB, Ultra-Compact (AVR750U)
- Line-Interactive Battery Back Up: 750 VA 120V 450W ultra-compact desktop Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) with AVR
- Corrects brownouts and overvoltages from 83V to 147V
- NEMA 5-15P input plug and 12 NEMA 5-15R outlets (6 battery supported outlets, 6 surge-only outlets)
- USB comm port, TEL/DSL protection, Wall mountable, 98% efficient
- 3-Year Limited Warranty and $100,000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance for connected equipment
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6CyberPower CP800AVR Review
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CyberPower is very well known for their good quality product so when it comes producing battery backup surge protectors, it is not hard to imagine they will excel at it too.
CP800AVR UPS from CyberPower is not affordable if you were to compare it to the likes of the 2 Tripp Lite models I reviewed above. But that does not mean they are not providing value for the asking price.
While the price point may be on the high side in terms of features, it should be noted that the GreenPower UPS Bypass feature alone is already worth more than the asking price. GreenPower UPS Bypass is a patent design by CyberPower that helps with reducing energy consumption, noise and building up of heat. Power from the utility will bypass the UPS transformer when AC power is "healthy".
In the long run, you will obviously get to enjoy lower monthly electricity bills. Definitely worth the price in my opinion. 🤑
This CyberPower CP800AVR UPS also comes with automatic voltage regulation (AVR) which helps in the correction of minor power up and downswings without the need to switch over to UPS power. As a result, you will get to enjoy a longer UPS battery lifespan.
With a $200,000 connected equipment guarantee and 3 years warranty, I recommend giving CP800AVR a try if you are into trimming down utility bills and being Eco-friendly at the same time. 🙂
CyberPower CP800AVR | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 3.5 x 11 x 6.5 inches |
| Net Weight | 14.6 pounds (6.62 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Simulated Sine Wave |
| Topology | Line Interactive |
| Transfer Time | 4 ms |
| Recharge Time | 8 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 1.2 minutes at 450 watts |
PROS:
- 8 (NEMA 5 15R) outlets including 4 Transformer-Spaced outlets
- 800VA/450W
- GreenPower UPS Bypass Design
- Audible Alarms ( Input Fault, Battery Fault, Low Battery and Overload)
- 6ft Power Cord
- LED Indicators (Power On & Wiring Fault)
- 1030 Joules Rating
- ENERGY STAR® Certified
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)
- 3 Years Warranty, $200,000 connected equipment guarantee
CONS:
- Lack of USB Charging Port
- Short Run time during Full Load
CyberPower CP800AVR AVR UPS System, 800VA/450W
- 800VA/450W AVR Battery Backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System
- 8 NEMA 5 15R OUTLETS: (4) Battery Backup & Surge Protected Outlets, (4) Surge Protected Outlets safeguard desktop computers, workstations, networking devices and home entertainment equipment
- GreenPower UPS Bypass Design: Patented design that allows utility power to bypass the UPS transformer, when AC power is stable, which reduces energy consumption, noise, and heat buildup
- AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATION (AVR): Corrects minor power fluctuations without switching to battery power, thereby extending the life of the battery
- 3 YEAR WARRANTY – INCLUDING THE BATTERY, $200,000 Connected Equipment Guarantee
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7Forza NT-1011D UPS Review
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At first glance, I have to admit I was visually attracted by Forza NT-1011D's minimalist aesthetics, especially the blue LED visual indicators – simplified monitoring in real-time.
Beyond its minimalistic look, I do understand that not many homeowners have heard of Forza.
Forza Power Technologies is one of the recognized global providers of energy-efficient products ranging from UPS, voltage regulators to surge protectors and power strips.
Forza NT-1011D is not jam-packed with features by any means but it has its own merits in terms of features. Besides offering power outage and surge protection, it also comes with voltage protection and regulation.
Interestingly, it comes with a fast recharging time of 6 hours to 90% following a complete discharge although the joule rating is rather low at only 200J. Although Forza does not have lots of bells and whistles it does offer essential features like battery self-test and automatic voltage regulation and ThermoFuse protection.
Like most surge protectors, it also comes with MOV technology and power filters to help reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI).
This 6 outlet UPS from Forza comes with a peace-of-mind 3 years warranty. With an affordable price and a direct replacement program, there is really no harm in trying out this UPS.
Forza NT-1011D | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 3.98 x 10.98 x 5.59 inches |
| Net Weight | 10.81 pounds (4.9 kg) |
| Waveform Type | Simulated Sine Wave |
| Topology | Interactive |
| Transfer Time | 2 – 4 ms |
| Recharge Time | 6 hours to 90% |
| Capacity | 1000VA/500W |
PROS:
- 1000A/375 watts of power
- 6 outlets: 5 outlets with surge protection, battery back up and voltage regulation +1 outlet surge protection only
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)
- MOV Technology
- Resettable Circuit breaker
- Thermofuse Protection
- EMI/RFI Noise Filtering
- Audible Alarm
- Built-in Data line protection
- LED Visual Indicator
- 3 Year Warranty
CONS:
- Only 200 Joules rating
- Power cord is only 3 ft
- Lack of USB charging port
- Lack of USB Comm Port
Forza- UPS 1000VA- 500W Battery Backup, Surge Protector- Uninterruptible Power Supply- 6 Outlets
- UPS-Uninterruptible Power Supply-1000VA 500W -6 outlets of protection & phone, fax protection
- Protection Level 5- Breaker, Surge protection, Voltage protection, Voltage regulator, Power Backup
- 5 outlets with Surge protection, battery back up and voltage regulation.
- Recharge time 6 hrs to 90% after complete discharge
- Ideal for Home or Office with audible alarms announcing power loss.
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8Vertiv Liebert PST5 Review
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Vertiv Liebert is another energy-efficient battery backup surge protector you should consider if you are into trimming down that ever-increasing utility bill of yours.
Besides being Energy Star Certified, this eight outlet UPS offers multiple mounting capabilities as well as advanced early warning of the shutdown.
In addition to that, you will be happy to know that it also provides surge protection for data lines (RJ45/11) and EMI/RFI noise filters.
This UPS unit from Vertiv Liebert comes with a 3-year full unit coverage including a battery with a no-hassle replacement warranty.
If you need a simple yet reliable and affordable UPS battery backup surge protection device that can be mounted at hidden places like under the desk, this is probably the best model to go for.
Vertiv Liebert PST5 | Specification Table |
| Dimensions | 6.24 x 12 x 3.82 inches |
| Net Weight | 7.7 pounds (3.49 kg) |
| Waveform Type | PWM Simulated Sinewave |
| Topology | Standby |
| Transfer Time | 6 – 8 ms |
| Recharge Time | 12 hours |
| Full Load Run Time | 3 minutes at 300 watts |
PROS:
- 8 Outlets with 4 outlets for UPS/Surge Protection and the remaining 4 for surge protection only
- 4 minutes of run time under Full Load
- RJ45/11 Data line protection
- 300 Watt power
- Audible Alarm
- Multiple Mounting Capabilities
- 6ft power cord
- Energy Star Certified
- 316 Joules Rating
- 3 Year Warranty with No-hassle Replacement
CONS:
- Lack of USB Charging port
Vertiv Liebert PST5 500VA 300W UPS with Battery Backup & Surge Protection
- UPS: Surge protection and battery backup buffer against power supply interruptions caused by blackouts, lightning strikes, brownouts and other power supply issues.
- MOUNTABLE: Multiple mounting capabilities and eight outlets, with four of them dedicated to protecting sensitive electronics that don't require battery backup, which allows users to tailor protection to device requirements
- ENERGY STAR CERTIFIED: UPS provides backup power and protection during damaging surges, spikes or power outages while remaining energy efficient
- Three-year, full unit coverage including the battery with no-hassle, advanced replacement warranty
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Apc Back-ups Pro 1500va Ups Battery Backup & Surge Manual
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