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Eaton Ellipse PRO 850 IEC vs Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800

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all judged against UPS units at a similar price

The Eaton Ellipse PRO 850 IEC scores 6.7/10 overall, ahead of the Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800 at 3.9/10.

The Eaton Ellipse PRO 850 IEC 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 Eaton Ellipse PRO 850 IEC scores 8/10 to the Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800's 1/10.

Eaton Ellipse PRO 850 IEC

6.7/10verdict: buy

The Eaton Ellipse PRO 850 IEC suits anyone who wants to protect up to three devices from one spot and is happy with USB-only monitoring. It offers 510 W, a USB HID port with Eaton UPS Companion software and a user-replaceable battery. It is a poor fit for anyone who needs network-card management or long battery runtime.

Typically about £285.92 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Tecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800

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

CriterionWeightEaton Ellipse PRO 850 IECTecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Topology and waveform25%6/105/10
NAS and server integration25%8/101/10
Capacity20%7/106/10
Runtime and battery15%5/104/10
UK outlets and build15%7/104/10
Overall6.7/103.9/10

Specifications

SpecEaton Ellipse PRO 850 IECTecnoware UPS ERA PLUS 800
Capacity (VA / W)850 VA / 510 W800 VA / 560 W (max computer power application 560 W; datasheet output table also shows 240 W active power, conflicting)
TopologyLine-interactiveLine interactive with stabiliser (AVR)
Output waveformnot listedModified sinewave
Outlets3 x C13 outlets plus 1 C13 surge-only outlet2 UK-type outputs; 2 with blackout and child protection, one also with overvoltage protection; BS1363 input cable
Runtime at half load9 min at half load10-40 min typical backup time (load not stated)
USB / network managementUSB port (HID compliant) with Eaton UPS Companion software; no Ethernet or network cardNo USB or network interface on the UK 800 datasheet (interface listed as "-")
Battery12 V / 9 Ah VRLA sealed lead-acid, one battery, user replaceable12V 7Ah sealed lead-acid, maintenance free

Strengths and weaknesses

Eaton Ellipse PRO 850 IEC

  • + 510 W rating with 97% efficiency at maximum load
  • + HID-compliant USB with Eaton UPS Companion software
  • + User-replaceable battery and three-year warranty
  • − 9 minutes at half load is short
  • − No Ethernet port or network card
  • − Only three battery-backed outlets

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need network-card or Ethernet-based UPS management
  • Anyone needing more than a few minutes of runtime at moderate load
  • Users with more than three devices that all need battery backup
Read the full Eaton Ellipse PRO 850 IEC 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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