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APC Easy UPS, 700VA, Tower, 230V, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, AVR vs Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

both judged against UPS units at a similar price

The Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK) scores 4.9/10 overall, ahead of the APC Easy UPS, 700VA, Tower, 230V, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, AVR at 4.2/10.

The APC Easy UPS, 700VA, Tower, 230V, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, AVR leads on UK outlets and build.

The Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK) leads on NAS and server integration, capacity and runtime and battery.

They score the same on topology and waveform.

APC Easy UPS, 700VA, Tower, 230V, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, AVR

APC Easy UPS, 700VA, Tower, 230V, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, AVR

4.2/10verdict: skip

This is a small tower UPS for someone who wants to ride out short power cuts on a router, modem or small NAS. It gives four battery-backed C13 outlets and automatic voltage regulation in a compact 4.2 kg case. It is a poor fit for anyone who needs the UPS to shut a NAS or server down cleanly, because APC lists no USB compatibility.

Typically about £80.48 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 Easy UPS, 700VA, Tower, 230V, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, AVRTecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)
Topology and waveform25%5/105/10
NAS and server integration25%1/103/10
Capacity20%6/107/10
Runtime and battery15%4/105/10
UK outlets and build15%6/105/10
Overall4.2/104.9/10

Specifications

SpecAPC Easy UPS, 700VA, Tower, 230V, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, AVRTecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)
Capacity (VA / W)360 W / 700 VA1200 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 waveModified sinewave
Outlets4 x IEC 320 C13, battery-backed and surge-protected2 UK outlets plus one fixed UK BS13 input cable
Runtime at half load6 minutes at half load (180 W); about 1 second at full load (360 W)10-40 min typical (load not stated by manufacturer)
USB / network managementUSB compatible: No; no network management card or software listedOne USB port; included TecnoManager software; USB reports mains failure and low battery to a computer
BatterySealed lead-acid, 12 V, 7.0 AhSealed lead-acid, maintenance free, 12V 9Ah, replaceable

Strengths and weaknesses

APC Easy UPS, 700VA, Tower, 230V, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, AVR

  • + Compact 4.2 kg tower with a 360 W / 700 VA rating
  • + Four battery-backed, surge-protected C13 outlets
  • + Input range of 140-300 V AC with AVR
  • − APC lists USB compatible as No
  • − Stepped approximation to a sine wave
  • − Owners report fading runtime and hard battery swaps

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need automatic NAS or server shutdown over USB or network
  • Anyone whose equipment needs a pure sine wave on battery
  • Buyers who want easy battery swaps and long runtime
Read the full APC Easy UPS, 700VA, Tower, 230V, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, AVR 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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