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CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD vs Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

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all judged against UPS units at a similar price

The CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD scores 6.2/10 overall, ahead of the Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK) at 4.9/10.

The CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD leads on topology and waveform, NAS and server integration and capacity.

The Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK) leads on UK outlets and build.

They score the same on runtime and battery.

The biggest difference is topology and waveform, where the CyberPower CP1500EPFCLCD scores 8/10 to the Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)'s 5/10.

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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Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

4.9/10verdict: skip

The Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK is for people who want a small line-interactive UPS with UK sockets to cover a few devices. It suits a small, simple load where a short ride-through and basic mains regulation are the goal. It is a weaker fit for anyone who needs documented NAS or NUT shutdown support.

Typically about £82.84 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 CP1500EPFCLCDTecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)
Topology and waveform25%8/105/10
NAS and server integration25%5/103/10
Capacity20%8/107/10
Runtime and battery15%5/105/10
UK outlets and build15%4/105/10
Overall6.2/104.9/10

Specifications

SpecCyberPower CP1500EPFCLCDTecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)
Capacity (VA / W)1500 VA / 900 W1200 VA nominal; 840 W active power (datasheet also shows a conflicting 360 W figure)
TopologyLine-interactiveLine interactive with stabiliser (AVR)
Output waveformPure sine wave on batteryModified sinewave
OutletsSchuko x 62 UK outlets plus one fixed UK BS13 input cable
Runtime at half load10 minutes at half load10-40 min typical (load not stated by manufacturer)
USB / network managementUSB charging ports, PowerPanel management software listed; USB data cable in box. Network management and USB HID not confirmed.One USB port; included TecnoManager software; USB reports mains failure and low battery to a computer
Batterynot listedSealed lead-acid, maintenance free, 12V 9Ah, replaceable

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 ›

Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK)

  • + 840 W active power rating on a 1200 VA unit
  • + Replaceable 12V 9Ah sealed lead-acid battery
  • + Owners describe it as reliable and quiet
  • − Modified sinewave output
  • − NAS and NUT compatibility not published; owners report USB recognition problems
  • − Only two UK outlets

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who needs documented Synology, QNAP, TrueNAS or NUT automatic shutdown support
  • Buyers powering servers or workstations with active-PFC power supplies
  • Anyone who needs more than two outlets or wants a pure sine output
Read the full Tecnoware ERA PLUS 1200 UK (FGCERAPL1202UK) review ›

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