A short-depth 2U rackmount UPS for a network rack or small server.
Amazon $359.95The CyberPower CP1500PFCRM2U rates 3.7 among rackmount and online UPS battery backups; the APC BR1500MS2 rates 3.6 among tower (1,000 to 2,000 VA) ones. The APC BR1500MS2 costs $59.96 less ($299.99 vs $359.95).
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Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (rackmount and online and tower (1,000 to 2,000 VA)), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | CyberPower CP1500PFCRM2U | APC BR1500MS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 58 $35.99 per 100 W ($359.95, 1,000 W) | 62 $33.33 per 100 W ($299.99, 900 W) |
| Output 15% | 48 1,000 W rated output | 42 900 W rated output |
| Topology and waveform 20% | 80 line-interactive, sine wave | 80 line-interactive, sine wave |
| Runtime 10% | 50 runtime at 100 W not published (neutral score used) | 97 73 min at 100 W |
| Features 15% | 65 automatic voltage regulation, LCD, software or network management | 40 automatic voltage regulation, USB charging |
| Warranty 15% | 65 3-year warranty, $500,000 equipment guarantee | 35 3-year warranty, no equipment guarantee published |
Specifications
| CyberPower CP1500PFCRM2U | APC BR1500MS2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Rated apparent power | 1,500 VA | 1,500 VA |
| Rated real power | 1,000 W | 900 W |
| Topology | Line-interactive | Line-interactive |
| Battery waveform | Sine wave | Sine wave |
| Automatic voltage regulation | Yes | Yes |
| Battery and runtime | ||
| User-replaceable battery | - | Yes |
| Runtime at 100 W | - | 73 min |
| Outlets and features | ||
| Outlets | 8 (all on battery) | 10 (6 on battery) |
| Format | Rackmount | Tower |
| Display | LCD | - |
| USB charging ports | No | Yes |
| Data port, software or network option | Yes | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Connected-equipment guarantee | $500,000 | - |