The APC BX1350M is the better UPS battery backup overall, rated 3.4 to 3.2. The APC BX1350M leads on value, output and runtime. The APC BX1000M costs $21 less ($183.99 vs $204.99).
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Which should you buy?
- Choose the APC BX1350M for value ($25.31 per 100 W ($204.99, 810 W) vs $30.67 per 100 W ($183.99, 600 W)), output (810 W rated output vs 600 W rated output) and runtime (54 min at 100 W vs 42 min at 100 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 BX1350M | APC BX1000M |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 75 $25.31 per 100 W ($204.99, 810 W) | 66 $30.67 per 100 W ($183.99, 600 W) |
| Output 15% | 36 810 W rated output | 23 600 W rated output |
| Topology and waveform 20% | 55 line-interactive, waveform not published | 55 line-interactive, waveform not published |
| Runtime 10% | 68 54 min at 100 W | 49 42 min at 100 W |
| Features 15% | 45 automatic voltage regulation, LCD | 45 automatic voltage regulation, LCD |
| Warranty 15% | 35 3-year warranty, no equipment guarantee published | 40 3-year warranty, $75,000 equipment guarantee |
Specifications
| APC BX1350M | APC BX1000M | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Rated apparent power | 1,350 VA | 1,000 VA |
| Rated real power | 810 W | 600 W |
| Topology | Line-interactive | Line-interactive |
| Automatic voltage regulation | Yes | Yes |
| Battery and runtime | ||
| User-replaceable battery | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime at 100 W | 54 min | 42 min |
| Outlets and features | ||
| Outlets | 10 (5 on battery) | 8 (4 on battery) |
| Format | Tower | Tower |
| Display | LCD | LCD |
| USB charging ports | No | No |
| Data port, software or network option | No | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Connected-equipment guarantee | - | $75,000 |
