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APC Easy UPS BV650I vs PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL

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

both judged against UPS units at a similar price

The PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL scores 5.9/10 overall, ahead of the APC Easy UPS BV650I at 5.0/10.

The APC Easy UPS BV650I leads on runtime and battery.

The PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL leads on NAS and server integration and capacity.

They score the same on topology and waveform and UK outlets and build.

The biggest difference is NAS and server integration, where the PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL scores 7/10 to the APC Easy UPS BV650I's 4/10.

APC Easy UPS BV650I

APC Easy UPS BV650I

5.0/10verdict: skip

The APC Easy UPS BV650I is for people who want to keep a router, modem and a few small devices running through short power cuts. It offers 375 W and six battery-backed IEC outlets on a line-interactive design. Anyone who needs confirmed NAS shutdown signalling or a confirmed pure sine wave should check the UK specification first.

Typically about £63.08 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL

PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL

5.9/10verdict: skip

The PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL is a line-interactive UPS for people who want a high power rating for a small stack of network and storage gear. It suits a NAS, router and switch setup that needs USB-signalled shutdown more than long battery time. Buyers should check the exact model before ordering, because the research could not confirm the listing matches this model.

Typically about £188.85 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 BV650IPowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL
Topology and waveform25%5/105/10
NAS and server integration25%4/107/10
Capacity20%6/108/10
Runtime and battery15%5/104/10
UK outlets and build15%5/105/10
Overall5.0/105.9/10

Specifications

SpecAPC Easy UPS BV650IPowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL
Capacity (VA / W)650 VA / 375 W2200VA / 1320W
TopologyLine-interactive (AVR-based)Line-interactive
Output waveformStepped approximation to a sine wave (taken from the US-market 120V BV650 page; not confirmed for the UK SKU)Simulated sine wave
Outlets6 x IEC C13, battery-backedType F, Type E or Type G (4)
Runtime at half load10 minutes at 120 W3.9 minutes at half load
USB / network managementnot listedUSB with HID support
BatterySealed lead-acid2 x 12V / 9Ah

Strengths and weaknesses

APC Easy UPS BV650I

  • + 375 W rating leaves room above a 100-150W load
  • + Six IEC C13 outlets, all battery-backed
  • + Line-interactive design with automatic voltage regulation
  • − Waveform and USB shutdown support unconfirmed for the UK model
  • − Alarm cannot be silenced, according to owners
  • − Conflicting discontinuation dates; replaced by BVR650I

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need confirmed automatic NAS or server shutdown over USB
  • Anyone who needs a confirmed pure sine wave output
  • Owners with loads well above 150W who need longer runtime
Read the full APC Easy UPS BV650I review ›

PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL

  • + 1320W rating (2200VA at 0.60 power factor)
  • + USB with HID support listed
  • + Line-interactive topology
  • − Simulated sine wave output
  • − Only 3.9 minutes at half load
  • − Model identity unconfirmed on retailer listing

Skip it if:

  • Buyers whose equipment requires pure sine wave output
  • Anyone needing long battery runtime at half load
  • Buyers who need confirmed NAS compatibility or warranty detail before ordering
Read the full PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL review ›

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