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APC Easy UPS 700VA BVX700LI vs Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800

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

all judged against UPS units at a similar price

The APC Easy UPS 700VA BVX700LI scores 4.2/10 overall, ahead of the Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800 at 3.9/10.

The APC Easy UPS 700VA BVX700LI leads on UK outlets and build.

They score the same on topology and waveform, NAS and server integration, capacity and runtime and battery.

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

APC Easy UPS 700VA BVX700LI

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 UPS ERA PLUS 800

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 Easy UPS 700VA BVX700LITecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Topology and waveform25%5/105/10
NAS and server integration25%1/101/10
Capacity20%6/106/10
Runtime and battery15%4/104/10
UK outlets and build15%6/104/10
Overall4.2/103.9/10

Specifications

SpecAPC Easy UPS 700VA BVX700LITecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Capacity (VA / W)360 W / 700 VA800 VA / 560 W (max computer power application 560 W; datasheet output table also shows 240 W active power, conflicting)
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-type outputs; 2 with blackout and child protection, one also with overvoltage protection; BS1363 input cable
Runtime at half load6 minutes at half load (180 W); about 1 second at full load (360 W)10-40 min typical backup time (load not stated)
USB / network managementUSB compatible: No; no network management card or software listedNo USB or network interface on the UK 800 datasheet (interface listed as "-")
BatterySealed lead-acid, 12 V, 7.0 Ah12V 7Ah sealed lead-acid, maintenance free

Strengths and weaknesses

APC Easy UPS 700VA BVX700LI

  • + 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 BVX700LI 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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