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CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD vs SKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500

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

all judged against UPS units at a similar price

The CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD scores 6.2/10 overall, ahead of the SKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500 at 4.9/10.

The CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD leads on topology and waveform, NAS and server integration and UK outlets and build.

The SKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500 leads on runtime and battery.

They score the same on capacity.

The biggest difference is topology and waveform, where the CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD scores 8/10 to the SKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500's 4/10.

CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD

6.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD suits people protecting a desktop PC or a small NAS, router and switch stack from short mains outages. Its headline specs are a 900W rating and pure sine wave output on battery. It is a weaker fit for anyone who needs confirmed automatic NAS shutdown or long runtime at heavy load.

Typically about £390 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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SKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500

SKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500

4.9/10verdict: skip

The SKE SK1500 is a 1500VA / 900W rated battery backup for buyers who want a lot of rated capacity and an LCD showing voltage and load. It suits someone protecting a small NAS, router and switch who will check the voltage and outlet details before buying. It is a weaker fit for anyone who needs confirmed USB shutdown signalling or a clearly stated pure sine output.

Typically about £140.99 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

CriterionWeightCyberPower CP1500EPFCLCDSKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500
Topology and waveform25%8/104/10
NAS and server integration25%5/103/10
Capacity20%8/108/10
Runtime and battery15%5/107/10
UK outlets and build15%4/103/10
Overall6.2/104.9/10

Specifications

SpecCyberPower CP1500EPFCLCDSKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500
Capacity (VA / W)1500 VA / 900 W1500VA / 900W rated
TopologyLine-interactivenot listed
Output waveformPure sine wave on batterySimulated sine wave in battery mode (third-party, GP1500 related model)
OutletsSchuko x 68 outlets per manufacturer product page (6 battery-backed plus surge, 2 surge-only, 3.0 column); 2.0 variant shows 4 battery-backed plus 4 surge-only; sources conflict
Runtime at half load10 minutes at half load40W = 3 hrs; 80W = 90 mins; 180W = 35 mins; 260W = 22 mins; 360W = 8 mins
USB / network managementUSB charging ports, PowerPanel management software listed; USB data cable in box. Network management and USB HID not confirmed.LCD and alarm, plus UPS management software; no USB HID or network port named by manufacturer
Batterynot listed2 × 12V 9Ah lead-acid (24V, 9AH×2)

Strengths and weaknesses

CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD

  • + Rated at 1500VA and 900W
  • + Pure sine wave output on battery
  • + Line-interactive design with automatic voltage regulation
  • − Full-load runtime reported as only a couple of minutes
  • − Listed outlets are Schuko; UK SKU is separate

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need confirmed USB HID for automatic NAS shutdown
  • Anyone needing long runtime at heavy load
  • Buyers who need online double-conversion protection
Read the full CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD review ›

SKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500

  • + 900W rating leaves wide headroom over a 100-150W load
  • + Listed 90 minutes at 80W and 35 minutes at 180W
  • + LCD shows input and output voltage and load
  • − No USB HID or network port named by manufacturer
  • − Topology not stated; simulated sine wave in battery mode

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need confirmed USB HID support for automatic NAS or server shutdown
  • Buyers who want a stated pure sine or online double-conversion output
  • Buyers who can't confirm the 230V input and UK socket type before purchase
Read the full SKE UPS Battery Backup 1500VA/900W -SK1500 review ›

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