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APC Back-UPS BE850G2-UK vs Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800

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all judged against UPS units at a similar price

The APC Back-UPS BE850G2-UK scores 5.4/10 overall, ahead of the Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800 at 3.9/10.

The APC Back-UPS BE850G2-UK leads on NAS and server integration, capacity, runtime and battery and UK outlets and build.

The Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800 leads on topology and waveform.

The biggest difference is NAS and server integration, where the APC Back-UPS BE850G2-UK scores 4/10 to the Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800's 1/10.

APC Back-UPS BE850G2-UK

APC Back-UPS BE850G2-UK

5.4/10verdict: wait for deal

The APC Back-UPS BE850G2-UK suits a home office or small desk setup that needs battery backup for a PC, router and switch. It offers six battery-backed UK sockets and a published runtime table. Buyers who need confirmed NAS shutdown support or a pure sine output should check those points first.

Typically about £120 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800

3.9/10verdict: skip

The ERA PLUS 800 suits someone who wants basic battery backup for a small, simple load with UK plugs. It is not aimed at servers, workstations or anything with an active PFC power supply. Buyers who need automatic NAS shutdown should check the interface question before ordering.

Typically about £59 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightAPC Back-UPS BE850G2-UKTecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Topology and waveform25%4/105/10
NAS and server integration25%4/101/10
Capacity20%7/106/10
Runtime and battery15%6/104/10
UK outlets and build15%7/104/10
Overall5.4/103.9/10

Specifications

SpecAPC Back-UPS BE850G2-UKTecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Capacity (VA / W)850 VA / 520 W800 VA / 560 W (max computer power application 560 W; datasheet output table also shows 240 W active power, conflicting)
TopologyStandbyLine interactive with stabiliser (AVR)
Output waveformStepped approximation to a sinewaveModified sinewave
Outlets8 total: 6 battery-backed with surge protection and 2 surge-only, all BS 1363A UK sockets2 UK-type outputs; 2 with blackout and child protection, one also with overvoltage protection; BS1363 input cable
Runtime at half load72 min at 50 W, 34.1 min at 100 W, 14.3 min at 200 W, 7.7 min at 300 W, 4.5 min at 400 W, 2.6 min at 500 W; no figure published at half load (260 W)10-40 min typical backup time (load not stated)
USB / network managementTwo USB charging ports (Type A 2.4 A and Type C); ships with PowerChute automatic shutdown software; RJ-45 port is dataline surge protection only; USB HID compatibility with NAS systems not verifiedNo USB or network interface on the UK 800 datasheet (interface listed as "-")
BatteryOne sealed lead-acid battery, user-replaceable (RBC17 sold separately); expected life 2 to 5 years; typical recharge 16 hours12V 7Ah sealed lead-acid, maintenance free

Strengths and weaknesses

APC Back-UPS BE850G2-UK

  • + Six battery-backed BS 1363A sockets plus two surge-only
  • + Runtime table published from 50 W to 500 W
  • + User-replaceable battery, with RBC17 sold separately
  • − Standby topology with stepped sinewave output
  • − USB HID compatibility with NAS systems not verified
  • − Warranty length conflicts between manufacturer and retailers

Skip it if:

  • Homelabbers who need confirmed automatic shutdown with Synology, QNAP, TrueNAS or NUT.
  • Anyone powering heaters, laser printers or other high-wattage loads.
  • Buyers who want a pure sinewave output from their UPS.
Read the full APC Back-UPS BE850G2-UK review ›

Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800

  • + Line-interactive with AVR and 2 ms typical transfer time
  • + Owners praise easy installation and quiet operation
  • + Noise listed below 40 dBA at 1 m
  • − UK datasheet lists no USB or network interface
  • − Modified sinewave; not suitable for active PFC supplies
  • − Only two outputs; capacity figures conflict on the datasheet

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need USB or network monitoring for automatic NAS or server shutdown
  • Anyone protecting servers, workstations, gaming PCs or other active PFC power supplies
  • Users who need more than two outlets or long runtime on heavier loads
Read the full Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800 review ›

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