The Best Uninterruptible Power Supply for Home Offices

UPS systems, or uninterruptible power supplies, are prudent investments if your area has frequent power outages. By switching to battery power, these gadgets provide an uninterrupted experience of using your PC. However, not all UPS are created equal, and some may be excessive (or insufficient) for your needs.

We've put together a list of the top UPS systems for home offices. However, before that,

• The following is a list of the best desk lamps for home offices.
• Eliminate all clutter with these home server and network racks.

1. APC BE600M1 UPS BATTERY BACKUP

• Power: 600VA/330W | Outlets: 7

Buy

"The APC BE600M1 is a UPS intended for small home offices with fewer power demanding devices. It features a plethora of outlets and includes five surge-protected outlets to filter out surges and voltage spikes. However, the major hero of this UPS is the power switch-over. When the main power goes down, the UPS leaps into action and switches to battery backup."

It's an attractive device. All of the outlets on its top have sufficient room between them to allow you to easily plug in your gadgets. Additionally, it features a USB-A connector capable of delivering 1.5A of power.

The APC BE600M1 is a low-power UPS that outputs around 330W. This is sufficient to power small equipment such as routers, modems, printers, and displays during brief power outages. However, if you wish to connect it to a PC, the options are somewhat limited. For example, a UPS is insufficient to power a high-end PC. However, if you have a low-power PC, it will have only enough time to save all your work and shut down.

This tiny UPS is an excellent alternative if your area experiences regular power outages or spikes. However, it is at best rudimentary. For example, it lacks an LCD panel that would display information such as the time required for a complete charge or the remaining energy.

2. CYBERPOWER SL700U STANDBY UPS SYSTEM

• Power: 700VA/370W | Outlets: 8

Buy

"The CyberPower SL700U is another small UPS capable of powering internet equipment such as modems and routers. It's a 700VA UPS that can securely run low-power devices off the battery for an extended period of time. It can power up to 100W of equipment for approximately 20 minutes, allowing you to safely turn off those items during power outages."

It features a respectable number of outlets. For the time being, you receive a total of eight outlets that are a mix of battery-connected and surge-protected (5 + 3). In comparison to the previous model, this one includes an additional USB-A port.

The only drawback is that the ports' outlets are closely spaced. Therefore, if you have a large power plug, it may be difficult to place it in the centre.

Having saying that, it does have a few redeeming qualities. For example, it enables you to setup the UPS for alerts and wind-up times via both macOS and Windows laptops. If your home office has a small number of devices or if the bulk of those devices demand less power, the CyberPower SL700U is an excellent choice for navigating electricity outages.

3. CYBERPOWER EC850LCD ECOLOGIC BATTERY BACKUP

•  Power: 850VA/510W | Outlets: 12

Buy

"The CyberPower EC850LCD is another excellent UPS for a home office. It checks off all the necessary boxes. To begin, this UPS includes an LCD display for viewing information such as charge remaining, power conditions, and so on. Second, it includes a sizable battery that can power your systems for an extended period of time or until you can properly shut them down."

 Surprisingly, this UPS includes two Eco Mode plugs. When these outlets are connected, the UPS automatically cuts power to the device when it detects it is in the off state or standby mode. Naturally, this aids in energy conservation during times of crisis.

As with the previous model, it includes 13 power outlets, which is a significant bonus. Three surge-protected outlets, three surge-protected outlets with Eco Mode, and six surge-protected outlets connected to the battery are included. Naturally, you have the option of selecting the connection based on the device's priority. The outlets are widely spaced and allow you to connect items regardless of the plug size.

This one has a runtime of approximately six minutes in full mode, which provides sufficient time to save your work and shut down. This is especially critical if you're using it in conjunction with a PC. If you're curious, an average computer consumes approximately 200W of energy.

4. TRIPP LITE AVR750U

• Power: 750VA/450W | Outlets: 8

Buy

"The Tripp Lite AVR750U features a unique design. In comparison to most UPSes, the AVR750U sits flat on tables and desks. While this provides a more convenient method of connecting your devices, it ends up taking up more room than necessary. More importantly, this 750VA/450W UPS provides more than an hour of power to tiny devices."

Aside from that, it has a total of 12 outlets (6 battery + 6 surge outlets) and gives you enough flexibility to plug in your devices.

As previously said, the battery is quite substantial. In terms of duration, it may last approximately 40 minutes with a 60W load. Apart from that, the Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) feature ensures that the UPS compensates for under or over voltage to maintain a consistent voltage for connected devices. Numerous consumers have lauded the AVR, particularly at this price point.

5. APC UPS 1500VA SINE WAVE UPS

• Power: 1500VA | Outlets: 8

Buy

"If you are on the lookout for a UPS that can power devices for a longer period, you can’t go wrong with the APC BR1500MS2. It’s a little costly compared to the UPS above. However, if you are looking to plug a sensitive equipment or a power-hungry device, this one will fit the bill perfectly."

This 1500VA UPS is capable of supplying up to 847 W of power. The Wirecutter discovered that it lasted approximately 4 hours on a 20W load and 21 minutes on a 300W load. The latter enables you to accomplish a little more on your computer before it shuts down due to a power outage. On the other side, if you're using low-end devices like as modems and routers, it can last up to four hours. Isn't it cool?

More crucially, the included sine-wave inverter ensures that this UPS is safe to use with sensitive machines such as CPAP. It features ten outlets and a USB-C port in addition to a USB-A connector.

BRIDGING THE CHASSE

The above UPS system is ideal if you're tired of experiencing brief power outages or voltage spikes. They are inexpensive and save you a lot of time when restarting devices such as streaming boxes, consoles, or modems.