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APC Easy UPS BV650I vs Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800

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all judged against UPS units at a similar price

The APC Easy UPS BV650I scores 5.0/10 overall, ahead of the Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800 at 3.9/10.

The APC Easy UPS BV650I leads on NAS and server integration, runtime and battery and UK outlets and build.

They score the same on topology and waveform and capacity.

The biggest difference is NAS and server integration, where the APC Easy UPS BV650I scores 4/10 to the Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800's 1/10.

APC Easy UPS BV650I

APC Easy UPS BV650I

5.0/10verdict: wait for deal

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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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 BV650ITecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Topology and waveform25%5/105/10
NAS and server integration25%4/101/10
Capacity20%6/106/10
Runtime and battery15%5/104/10
UK outlets and build15%5/104/10
Overall5.0/103.9/10

Specifications

SpecAPC Easy UPS BV650ITecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Capacity (VA / W)650 VA / 375 W800 VA / 560 W (max computer power application 560 W; datasheet output table also shows 240 W active power, conflicting)
TopologyLine-interactive (AVR-based)Line interactive with stabiliser (AVR)
Output waveformStepped approximation to a sine wave (taken from the US-market 120V BV650 page; not confirmed for the UK SKU)Modified sinewave
Outlets6 x IEC C13, battery-backed2 UK-type outputs; 2 with blackout and child protection, one also with overvoltage protection; BS1363 input cable
Runtime at half load10 minutes at 120 W10-40 min typical backup time (load not stated)
USB / network managementnot listedNo USB or network interface on the UK 800 datasheet (interface listed as "-")
BatterySealed lead-acid12V 7Ah sealed lead-acid, maintenance free

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 ›

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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