APC Smart-UPS C SMC1000IC vs Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800

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all judged against UPS units at a similar price

The APC Smart-UPS C SMC1000IC scores 6.5/10 overall, ahead of the Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800 at 3.9/10.

The APC Smart-UPS C SMC1000IC leads on topology and waveform, NAS and server integration, capacity, runtime and battery and UK outlets and build.

The biggest difference is NAS and server integration, where the APC Smart-UPS C SMC1000IC scores 5/10 to the Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800's 1/10.

APC Smart-UPS C SMC1000IC

6.5/10verdict: buy

The APC Smart-UPS C SMC1000IC is for people protecting a NAS, router, switch and a few other devices with a 600 W line-interactive UPS. It suits those who want pure sine output and eight IEC outlets for a small rack or desk setup. It is a better fit for clean shutdown than long ride-through, and NAS owners should check software compatibility first.

Typically about £502.58 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK

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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

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Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	APC Smart-UPS C SMC1000IC	Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Topology and waveform	25%	8/10	5/10
NAS and server integration	25%	5/10	1/10
Capacity	20%	8/10	6/10
Runtime and battery	15%	5/10	4/10
UK outlets and build	15%	6/10	4/10
Overall		6.5/10	3.9/10

Specifications

Spec	APC Smart-UPS C SMC1000IC	Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Capacity (VA / W)	1000 VA / 600 W	800 VA / 560 W (max computer power application 560 W; datasheet output table also shows 240 W active power, conflicting)
Topology	Line interactive	Line interactive with stabiliser (AVR)
Output waveform	Pure sine wave on battery	Modified sinewave
Outlets	8x IEC 320 C13	2 UK-type outputs; 2 with blackout and child protection, one also with overvoltage protection; BS1363 input cable
Runtime at half load	not listed	10-40 min typical backup time (load not stated)
USB / network management	RJ-45 Serial and USB ports, plus SmartConnect Ethernet port	No USB or network interface on the UK 800 datasheet (interface listed as "-")
Battery	Sealed lead-acid, built in; replacement APCRBC142, user-replaceable, expected life 3-5 years	12V 7Ah sealed lead-acid, maintenance free

Strengths and weaknesses

APC Smart-UPS C SMC1000IC

+ Pure sine wave output on battery
+ Eight C13 outlets on a 1000 VA / 600 W unit
+ Battery is user-replaceable, with a listed replacement part
− Only 9 min 9 s at full load
− Half-load runtime isn't published

Skip it if:

Buyers who need long runtime for working through extended outages
NAS owners who rely on built-in USB HID UPS support and can't confirm compatibility
Buyers who want online double-conversion topology

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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

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