The APC BE425M is the better UPS battery backup overall, rated 2.8 to 2.6. The APC BE425M leads on value. The Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 100 PUL-350LVT wins on warranty and features. The APC BE425M costs $77.49 less ($62.50 vs $139.99).
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A small lithium standby UPS for hot closets and network gear, with a 5-year warranty.
Amazon $139.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the APC BE425M for value ($24.51 per 100 W ($62.50, 255 W) vs $66.66 per 100 W ($139.99, 210 W)).
- Choose the Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 100 PUL-350LVT for warranty (5-year warranty, no equipment guarantee published vs 3-year warranty, $75,000 equipment guarantee) and features (lithium battery vs none of the listed features).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every desktop (under 1,000 VA) UPS battery backup; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | APC BE425M | Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 100 PUL-350LVT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 76 $24.51 per 100 W ($62.50, 255 W) | 28 $66.66 per 100 W ($139.99, 210 W) |
| Output 15% | 0 255 W rated output | 0 210 W rated output |
| Topology and waveform 20% | 50 topology and waveform not published (neutral score used) | 25 standby, waveform not published |
| Runtime 10% | 8 15 min at 100 W | 50 runtime at 100 W not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 0 none of the listed features | 20 lithium battery |
| Warranty 15% | 40 3-year warranty, $75,000 equipment guarantee | 70 5-year warranty, no equipment guarantee published |
Specifications
| APC BE425M | Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 100 PUL-350LVT | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Rated apparent power | 425 VA | 350 VA |
| Rated real power | 255 W | 210 W |
| Topology | - | Standby |
| Automatic voltage regulation | - | No |
| Battery and runtime | ||
| Battery type | - | Lithium |
| Runtime at 100 W | 15 min | - |
| Outlets and features | ||
| Outlets | 6 (4 on battery) | 4 |
| Format | Desktop | Desktop |
| USB charging ports | No | - |
| Data port, software or network option | No | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Connected-equipment guarantee | $75,000 | - |
