APC Smart-UPS SMC1500C
A Smart-UPS tower for network closets and small servers that want remote monitoring.
Amazon $540$540
The APC Smart-UPS SMC1500C rates 3.3 among tower (1,000 to 2,000 VA) UPS battery backups; the CyberPower OR1500LCDRT2U rates 3.2 among rackmount and online ones. The APC Smart-UPS SMC1500C costs $5.95 less ($540 vs $545.95).
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$545.95
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (tower (1,000 to 2,000 VA) and rackmount and online), 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 | APC Smart-UPS SMC1500C | CyberPower OR1500LCDRT2U |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 33 $60 per 100 W ($540, 900 W) | 33 $60.66 per 100 W ($545.95, 900 W) |
| Output 15% | 42 900 W rated output | 42 900 W rated output |
| Topology and waveform 20% | 80 line-interactive, sine wave | 55 line-interactive, waveform not published |
| Runtime 10% | 50 runtime at 100 W not published (neutral score used) | 50 runtime at 100 W not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 65 automatic voltage regulation, LCD, software or network management | 65 automatic voltage regulation, LCD, software or network management |
| Warranty 15% | 32 2-year warranty, $150,000 equipment guarantee | 58 3-year warranty, $300,000 equipment guarantee |
Specifications
| APC Smart-UPS SMC1500C | CyberPower OR1500LCDRT2U | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Rated apparent power | 1,500 VA | 1,500 VA |
| Rated real power | 900 W | 900 W |
| Topology | Line-interactive | Line-interactive |
| Battery waveform | Sine wave | - |
| Automatic voltage regulation | Yes | Yes |
| Outlets and features | ||
| Outlets | 8 (6 on battery) | 8 |
| Format | Tower | Rackmount |
| Display | LCD | LCD |
| USB charging ports | No | No |
| Data port, software or network option | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Connected-equipment guarantee | $150,000 | $300,000 |