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APC Back-UPS BX750MI vs Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

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all judged against UPS units at a similar price

The APC Back-UPS BX750MI scores 5.2/10 overall, ahead of the Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK) at 4.9/10.

The APC Back-UPS BX750MI leads on NAS and server integration and runtime and battery.

The Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK) leads on UK outlets and build.

They score the same on topology and waveform and capacity.

APC Back-UPS BX750MI

APC Back-UPS BX750MI

5.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The APC Back-UPS BX750MI is for people protecting a small NAS, router and switch who already own IEC C14 power leads. It suits a buyer who values line-interactive protection and decent battery runtime more than a pure sine wave output. It is less suited to anyone who needs confirmed automatic NAS shutdown or UK 13A sockets on the unit.

Typically about £84.80 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

4.9/10verdict: skip

The Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK is for people who want a small line-interactive UPS with UK sockets to cover a few devices. It suits a small, simple load where a short ride-through and basic mains regulation are the goal. It is a weaker fit for anyone who needs documented NAS or NUT shutdown support.

Typically about £82.84 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 BX750MITecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)
Topology and waveform25%5/105/10
NAS and server integration25%4/103/10
Capacity20%7/107/10
Runtime and battery15%6/105/10
UK outlets and build15%4/105/10
Overall5.2/104.9/10

Specifications

SpecAPC Back-UPS BX750MITecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)
Capacity (VA / W)750 VA / 410 W1200 VA nominal; 840 W active power (datasheet also shows a conflicting 360 W figure)
TopologyLine-interactiveLine interactive with stabiliser (AVR)
Output waveformStepped approximation to a sine wave, not pure sineModified sinewave
OutletsFour IEC 60320 C13 outlets, all battery-backed2 UK outlets plus one fixed UK BS13 input cable
Runtime at half load8.5 minutes at half load (full load 1 minute), retailer spec table, not confirmed on APC page10-40 min typical (load not stated by manufacturer)
USB / network managementUSB port listed; USB HID protocol and Synology/QNAP/TrueNAS support not confirmed on an APC pageOne USB port; included TecnoManager software; USB reports mains failure and low battery to a computer
BatterySealed lead-acid, 12 V nominal; recharge time 8 hours; expected life 3-5 years; user replaceability not confirmed on an APC pageSealed lead-acid, maintenance free, 12V 9Ah, replaceable

Strengths and weaknesses

APC Back-UPS BX750MI

  • + Line-interactive topology with 410 W capacity
  • + Four IEC outlets, all battery-backed
  • + Owners praise runtime and power-cut performance
  • − Stepped sine output, not pure sine
  • − USB HID and NAS support not confirmed by APC
  • − Owners report heat, smell, build and failure issues

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need confirmed automatic shutdown with Synology, QNAP or TrueNAS
  • Anyone who wants UK 13A sockets on the unit
  • Users whose equipment needs a pure sine wave output
Read the full APC Back-UPS BX750MI review ›

Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

  • + 840 W active power rating on a 1200 VA unit
  • + Replaceable 12V 9Ah sealed lead-acid battery
  • + Owners describe it as reliable and quiet
  • − Modified sinewave output
  • − NAS and NUT compatibility not published; owners report USB recognition problems
  • − Only two UK outlets

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who needs documented Synology, QNAP, TrueNAS or NUT automatic shutdown support
  • Buyers powering servers or workstations with active-PFC power supplies
  • Anyone who needs more than two outlets or wants a pure sine output
Read the full Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK) review ›

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