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CyberPower Value Pro VP1000ELCD vs PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL

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

all judged against UPS units at a similar price

The PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL scores 5.9/10 overall, ahead of the CyberPower Value Pro VP1000ELCD at 5.4/10.

The CyberPower Value Pro VP1000ELCD leads on runtime and battery.

The PowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL leads on capacity and UK outlets and build.

They score the same on topology and waveform and NAS and server integration.

CyberPower Value Pro VP1000ELCD

5.4/10verdict: good, not the best

The CyberPower Value Pro VP1000ELCD is a 1000VA line-interactive UPS for a small NAS, router and switch setup. It suits buyers who want USB-based automatic shutdown and mains regulation at a modest capacity. It is a weaker fit for anyone who needs confirmed UK sockets or a pure sine wave output.

Typically about £176.07 in the UK when we researched itSearch 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: good, not the best

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.

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

CriterionWeightCyberPower Value Pro VP1000ELCDPowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL
Topology and waveform25%5/105/10
NAS and server integration25%7/107/10
Capacity20%6/108/10
Runtime and battery15%5/104/10
UK outlets and build15%3/105/10
Overall5.4/105.9/10

Specifications

SpecCyberPower Value Pro VP1000ELCDPowerWalker Basic VI 2200 STL
Capacity (VA / W)1000 VA / 550 W2200VA / 1320W
TopologyLine-interactiveLine-interactive
Output waveformSimulated sine waveSimulated sine wave
Outletsnot listedType F, Type E or Type G (4)
Runtime at half load9 minutes at half load; 1 minute at full load3.9 minutes at half load
USB / network managementOne HID-compliant USB port, dry contact relay, EPO port; PowerPanel Personal softwareUSB with HID support
BatterySealed lead-acid, one battery, typical recharge 8 hours2 x 12V / 9Ah

Strengths and weaknesses

CyberPower Value Pro VP1000ELCD

  • + 550W rating covers a small NAS, router and switch
  • + HID-compliant USB port for automatic shutdown
  • + Line-interactive design with dry contact and EPO port
  • − Simulated sine wave output, not pure sine
  • − Only 1 minute of runtime at full load

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need a pure sine wave output for sensitive power supplies
  • Anyone who needs confirmed UK sockets without checking the exact variant
  • Admins who need SNMP network management or several directly connected hosts
Read the full CyberPower Value Pro VP1000ELCD 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

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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