$299.99
The APC BR1500MS2 is the better UPS battery backup overall, rated 3.6 to 3.4. The Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 200 PSA6E-1500LVT wins on value. The Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 200 PSA6E-1500LVT costs $128.38 less ($171.61 vs $299.99).
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Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 200 PSA6E-1500LVT
A budget 850 W line-interactive tower for a PC and monitor.
Amazon $171.61$171.61
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 200 PSA6E-1500LVT for value ($20.19 per 100 W ($171.61, 850 W) vs $33.33 per 100 W ($299.99, 900 W)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every tower (1,000 to 2,000 VA) UPS battery backup; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | APC BR1500MS2 | Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 200 PSA6E-1500LVT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 62 $33.33 per 100 W ($299.99, 900 W) | 86 $20.19 per 100 W ($171.61, 850 W) |
| Output 15% | 42 900 W rated output | 39 850 W rated output |
| Topology and waveform 20% | 80 line-interactive, sine wave | 55 line-interactive, waveform not published |
| Runtime 10% | 97 73 min at 100 W | 50 runtime at 100 W not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 40 automatic voltage regulation, USB charging | 40 automatic voltage regulation, USB charging |
| Warranty 15% | 35 3-year warranty, no equipment guarantee published | 35 3-year warranty, no equipment guarantee published |
Specifications
| APC BR1500MS2 | Vertiv Liebert PowerUPS 200 PSA6E-1500LVT | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Rated apparent power | 1,500 VA | 1,500 VA |
| Rated real power | 900 W | 850 W |
| Topology | Line-interactive | Line-interactive |
| Battery waveform | Sine wave | - |
| Automatic voltage regulation | Yes | Yes |
| Battery and runtime | ||
| User-replaceable battery | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime at 100 W | 73 min | - |
| Outlets and features | ||
| Outlets | 10 (6 on battery) | 8 |
| Format | Tower | Tower |
| Display | - | LED indicators |
| USB charging ports | Yes | Yes |
| Data port, software or network option | No | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |