CyberPower CP2000PFCRM2U
A short-depth 2U rackmount UPS with more output for a loaded rack.
Amazon $449.95$449.95
The CyberPower CP2000PFCRM2U is the better UPS battery backup overall, rated 3.7 to 3.2. The CyberPower CP2000PFCRM2U leads on topology and waveform, features and output. The Tripp Lite SMART1500LCD wins on value. The Tripp Lite SMART1500LCD costs $172.96 less ($276.99 vs $449.95).
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Tripp Lite SMART1500LCD
A convertible 2U rack or tower UPS for a small server or workstation.
Amazon $276.99$276.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the CyberPower CP2000PFCRM2U for topology and waveform (line-interactive, sine wave vs line-interactive, simulated sine wave), features (automatic voltage regulation, LCD, software or network management vs automatic voltage regulation, LCD) and output (1,200 W rated output vs 900 W rated output).
- Choose the Tripp Lite SMART1500LCD for value ($30.78 per 100 W ($276.99, 900 W) vs $37.50 per 100 W ($449.95, 1,200 W)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every rackmount and online UPS battery backup; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | CyberPower CP2000PFCRM2U | Tripp Lite SMART1500LCD |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 56 $37.50 per 100 W ($449.95, 1,200 W) | 65 $30.78 per 100 W ($276.99, 900 W) |
| Output 15% | 61 1,200 W rated output | 42 900 W rated output |
| Topology and waveform 20% | 80 line-interactive, sine wave | 30 line-interactive, simulated sine wave |
| 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 | 45 automatic voltage regulation, LCD |
| Warranty 15% | 65 3-year warranty, $500,000 equipment guarantee | 56 3-year warranty, $250,000 equipment guarantee |
Specifications
| CyberPower CP2000PFCRM2U | Tripp Lite SMART1500LCD | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Rated apparent power | 2,000 VA | 1,500 VA |
| Rated real power | 1,200 W | 900 W |
| Topology | Line-interactive | Line-interactive |
| Battery waveform | Sine wave | Simulated sine |
| Automatic voltage regulation | Yes | Yes |
| Battery and runtime | ||
| User-replaceable battery | - | Yes |
| Outlets and features | ||
| Outlets | 8 (all on battery) | 8 (all on battery) |
| Format | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Display | LCD | LCD |
| USB charging ports | No | No |
| Data port, software or network option | Yes | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Connected-equipment guarantee | $500,000 | $250,000 |