Best UPS?

[1c3d0g]

Hey guys,

Just wondering if you have an opinion on these UPS units:

APC BE550G:
http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=BE550G&total_watts=200

CyberPower CP550SLG:
http://www.cyberpowersystems.com/pr...?selectedTabId=specifications&imageI=#tab-box

I can get both at around the same prices. The capacity is more than enough and I love the small designs. Which one is better? Or isn't there any big difference between the 2? Any help is much appreciated! Thanks.

 

[SOSTrooper]

I vote for APC, but based on purely non-technical reasoning. I think both will do their job just fine when the power goes out or when there's a spike.

 

[ToddW2]

The batteries in my small APC like that one did not last long at all.
My larger APC units have worked fine however.

Keep in mind the rated run-time is on fresh batteries as they age so does run time.

 

[1c3d0g]

Thanks, fellas. It'll only be powering my small modem/router combo, so it should suffice (I have a notebook that's connected to it, but it doesn't matter as it has a battery of its own anyways).

I'm mainly looking for a "green" UPS, that is one that doesn't use a lot of energy itself (electricity isn't cheap where I live). Both fit the bill so I'm torn.