APC Back-UPS Pro for Gaming BGM2200-UK vs Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

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The APC Back-UPS Pro for Gaming BGM2200-UK scores 6.9/10 overall, ahead of the Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK) at 4.9/10.

The APC Back-UPS Pro for Gaming BGM2200-UK leads on topology and waveform, NAS and server integration, capacity, runtime and battery and UK outlets and build.

The biggest difference is topology and waveform, where the APC Back-UPS Pro for Gaming BGM2200-UK scores 8/10 to the Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)'s 5/10.

APC Back-UPS Pro for Gaming BGM2200-UK

6.9/10verdict: buy

The APC Back-UPS Pro for Gaming BGM2200-UK is for buyers who want a large, pure sine wave line-interactive UPS for a PC or a small homelab. It suits people who need plenty of power headroom and a battery they can swap themselves. It is less clearly aimed at anyone who needs documented NAS auto-shutdown support.

Typically about £424.26 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

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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

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Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	APC Back-UPS Pro for Gaming BGM2200-UK	Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)
Topology and waveform	25%	8/10	5/10
NAS and server integration	25%	5/10	3/10
Capacity	20%	9/10	7/10
Runtime and battery	15%	6/10	5/10
UK outlets and build	15%	6/10	5/10
Overall		6.9/10	4.9/10

Specifications

Spec	APC Back-UPS Pro for Gaming BGM2200-UK	Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)
Capacity (VA / W)	2200 VA / 1320 W	1200 VA nominal; 840 W active power (datasheet also shows a conflicting 360 W figure)
Topology	Line-interactive	Line interactive with stabiliser (AVR)
Output waveform	Pure sine wave	Modified sinewave
Outlets	not listed	2 UK outlets plus one fixed UK BS13 input cable
Runtime at half load	6.75 min at half load; 0.5 min at full load	10-40 min typical (load not stated by manufacturer)
USB / network management	not listed	One USB port; included TecnoManager software; USB reports mains failure and low battery to a computer
Battery	Sealed lead-acid, 24 V	Sealed lead-acid, maintenance free, 12V 9Ah, replaceable

Strengths and weaknesses

APC Back-UPS Pro for Gaming BGM2200-UK

+ 1320 W output leaves large headroom
+ Pure sine wave with automatic voltage regulation
+ Battery is user-replaceable, with a named cartridge
− Only 0.5 minutes of runtime at full load
− 16-hour battery recharge time
− Owners find the buttons unintuitive

Skip it if:

Rack-mount users, since this is a tower with 0U rack capacity.
Buyers who need a long runtime at high load.
Anyone who needs online double-conversion protection.

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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

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