APC by Schneider Electric BR1500G 120V Backup System
$442.00
$295.00
Mfg # BR1500G
CDW # 2142269
Quick tech specs
- Premium battery backup and surge protection for computers, wireless networking devices, gaming consoles, TVs and security devices
- 10 Outlets (5 Battery Backup, 5 Surge Protection only)
- Configure settings with LCD or included software
- AVR corrects utility voltage
- 3-year APC warranty
- 1500VA / 865W power capacity
- 6’ power cord
- Extend battery runtime with external battery pack (model BR24BPG, sold separately)
- $150,000 lifetime equipment protection policy
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Stay Connected and Productive with APC Back-UPS Pro
Protect computers, wireless routers, IOT devices, and security systems with the APC Back-UPS Pro 1500VA. APC Back-UPS Pro provide premium backup battery power during power outages and continuously safeguard devices from fluctuating power conditions and surges.
Consistent and Reliable Connectivity
With 10 outlets, this desktop UPS (uninterruptible power supply) provides seamless battery power to connected electronics. The 900w capacity is ideal for workstations and additional electronics, keeping you connected and productive during power fluctuations.
Supplement Battery Runtime with External Battery Pack
Add up to one external battery pack to increase battery runtime to connected devices when utility power is lost. Model BR24BPG sold separately.
Easily Configure Settings
Use the three soft-touch buttons on the front to easily configure settings. Included PowerChute software is available to set up automatic graceful shutdown of a connected PC in the event of an extended power outage. Audible alarms provide notification of changing utility power and UPS conditions. Audible alarms can be muted.
Easy to Read LCD Display
The LCD display provides details concerning power-load of connected devices, battery runtime based on connected devices, the power level of the battery and more.
Data Line Protection
2 RJ-45 data ports are in the back to protect DSL, modem or fax lines from potentially harmful power surges. 2 coaxial ports are also in the back of the UPS for additional protection.
Guaranteed Surge Protection
This computer backup offers lifetime guaranteed surge protection with a $150,000 equipment protection policy.
Package Contains
UPS, CD with software, USB cable, User manual
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APC Back-UPS Pro 1500VA 10-Outlet Battery Back-Up and Surge Protector is rated
4.60 out of
5 by
171.
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Lanternerouge from
Power Saving Back UPS Pro 1500
Great item, replaced my old one as the battery went out after 4.6 years of service. Like the LCD screen, smaller size, more outlets, and more power. Great item.
Date published: 2012-03-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
LDNLAW from
Good Battery
The Battery did not come with USB cable or Manual. Fan runs all the time but is not too loud. I had to call to confirm stipulated clearance around it when placing it because of the fan; was told 2 inches will be OK. The battery is fine. It is a good for the value.
Date published: 2011-01-03T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Satisfied from
Solid product
Delivered quickly. Easy to setup. Hooked up to a 8-core Dell T7500 and battery kicked in as expected when main power went down. Performed as advertised.
Date published: 2011-11-07T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Woody from
Quality Product
1. It's APC 2. It works great! 3. It's APC 4. Design, function and Quality = Dependability
Date published: 2012-07-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
smart buyer from
Good product for the money
I bought this about 3 months ago. I run a dell top of the line XPS system. The product will keep my internet server up and running when we lose power. It will not keep my system up but does keep my shutdown safe so when power comes back on I did not lose all my information. I thought it would at least keep me up and running long enough to save and shut down. Guess I will have to think about a bigger one next time. I know people have complained about the size and fan noise. Do not see a issues with it in my opinion. Fans are no louder than my system fans. All in all very happy just hate it keep telling me the battery needs replaced and the screen shows full charge.
Date published: 2010-09-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bob in Indiana from
This is an excellent UPS, happy Dell carries it
I have used this excellent UPS for years and years and when it finally was not viable, I immediately sought another one. I was very surprised and pleased that Dell carried this product and Dell is one of my favorite companies and has been for years. So the decision was very easy and I am very happy with my purchase
Date published: 2022-06-11T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
dambmw from
Works for my devices
Perfect product for me, protects several devices. 600 watt PC, Vizio 4k TV, USB devices, wanview cameras. Used this product last 10 years for IT solutions backup before retiring
Date published: 2020-06-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
fsmechanic from
APC1500
Purchased to protect infrastructure servers on a bad power circuit. Operated well, absolutely no complaints whatsoever. This unit delivers well and looks good too.
Date published: 2011-09-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
PhantomPhreak from
Great Back-UPS
I bought my UPS a few years ago and the battery finally died and I ordered a replacement battery.
Date published: 2018-07-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
User1 from
NOISE, NOISE
Had over 10 of the old RS plus rs/rx battery packs, great QUIET, no fan unless on battery.
This new model stinks, fan on all the time, way too noisy for work or home.
Wish the old ones were still available...
Date published: 2010-11-02T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Powermaster74 from
Good, not excellent.
First, those who mention this is not 'Mac' friendly. This simply is not the case. I have been using this with my iMac and it works fine. "Powerchute" is not needed. You plug included USB cable from the Backup to the computer. You go to Power Management settings on your Mac. UPS will be in the options and you can make all the sleep/standby/shut down after such and such a time from there. I've tested it, it works fine. Mac's own included software is used instead of Powerchute, that's all. The battery fan is an anomaly, for sure. These are the first UPS units from APC that I've owned that do this. I've owned several. I have two Pro 1500 models. One has the extra battery pack. If the power flickers on that one, even for a second, the fan turns on and stays on for at least 2 hours. This is bizarre, and certainly not 'Green.' On the other unit, the fan does not stay on for a long period of time. It will quickly charge and shut off, or if the power fails for a second or two, no fan turns on at all. It seems to me that the extended battery shouldn't cause the unit's fan to stay on for such a long time. All that said, the units 'work' and back up my power to my computer, modem, phone, ATA, and so on. I just wish the fan wouldn't stay on for so long. (It's running now as the power just flicked off for a second. It's been running for 1 hour now.)
Date published: 2013-01-19T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
wjern from
Great Reserve Power, Great Equipment Protection
I live in a small town where utility infrastructure reliability can be quite sketchy. I bought this not only to continue operation during outages, but to isolate and protect my expensive equipment from power anomalies. This product handles all of these concerns with excellence. You want one of these.
Date published: 2020-02-10T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
BudNascar48 from
Replacement for older model
I replaced an older 8 year old model that worked just fine. Needed more power and control. A usual, APC is the best there is. I got a very reasonable trade-in and price on the new model. You will be completely satisfied with this Backs-Up Pro for small office or home use. I TRUST APC! I have never lost a device due to power strikes etc...
Date published: 2014-03-08T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Splattered23 from
My main go-to 1500 home use UPS!
This thing has been my main go-to for BACK-UPS protection for a long time now. Nice sized unit with the features you need and the ability to plug in an external battery pack into a port on the back. These are great!
Date published: 2018-10-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
cwb from
Another UPS system
This 1500G that I have just purchased is the second type 1500 that I own. This new one will protest my computer system. The other unit protects my HD television. While I have never had any major electric problems. These UPS's have switched to battery when electric brownouts occur and have done an excellent job protecting my hardware from the frequent voltage fluctuations that occur in my area.
Date published: 2015-03-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
LittleBits from
400 UPS
Traded UP to purchase this product to replace an earlier APC model. The previous product finally failed after many years of service. I know I will get many more years of protection from this product. Easy to install, APC makes recycling old batteries/units a breeze. Love the digital display.
Date published: 2015-08-10T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
LavenderRose from
Protect your valuable electronics
There are plenty of protected, and backed up and protected, outlets, more than enough to cover my home HD cable, cable phone, HD TV, DVD/CD/VHS play and record machine, and more if I want it. That not only is the electric filtered and monitored, but the cable as well, with no impact on the signal. Well worth it given the high-voltage environment we live in - the open plains, prairie t-storms, tornadoes, wind-storms, etc. Don't set up without one.
Date published: 2012-04-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Cesar from
This product has great features
This product provides battery status and load on a display.
Date published: 2017-08-24T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mr Andreas from
Technically good but not the best physical design
Good upgrade to my Back-UPS CS 500 that's still going strong after a battery upgrade. The thing I dislike about the Back-UPS Pro 1500 is how easily it topples over. APC would have been better retaining the classic dimensions, i.e., half the height and twice the width. Other than that, the power saving feature is a welcome bonus I didn't know I wanted/needed. This clever feature which, after it has been manually enabled and calibrated, fully powers down my peripherals when my workstation is off.
Date published: 2017-02-28T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
KingRay from
Eats Batteries!
I've had 2 of these in 2 years. First one started eating batteries, so Schneider Electric replaced the unit because it was within the warranty period. The current replacement started failing after having it for only 2 months. This model eats batteries, and nobody knows why. I don't have printers hooked into it, and APC said I shouldn't have a scanner hooked up to it, either. What kind of UPS box can't handle a simple scanner (or even printers)? I've got all kinds of equipment hooked into it and haven't taken up all the outlets. My scanner stays off until I use it briefly, then I turn it back off. Backup computer hasn't even been fired up, but stays plugged in. I've seen it get up to 190 watts of usage out of 864 watts capacity; no outages. Manual self-test passes, but at least twice a day, it starts squawking loudly for a minute or two. Then PowerChute says the battery needs to be replaced. Again? This box is far from maxed-out, nor has an outage occurred.
I have a very old office UPS box with my printers/BOSE speakers hooked up and various smaller devices, and it hasn't failed in over 10-15 years. So, what's up with this particular box? Not making them reliable like they used to. I have another one for my entertainment system (probably around 5 years old); it hasn't failed either, but neither are Smart UPS boxes.
I dread contacting Schneider Electric again, who can't verify what the problem is from afar and makes me jump through hoops. I made a video when my original started losing it on the 3rd battery replacement. I live on a fixed-income and can't afford a more expensive box that won't do things like this.
Date published: 2020-03-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Steve Porter from
Do you own and use an APC Pro 1500 Backup And Surge Protector?
I highly recommend this product! It is worth its weight in gold and is so affordable!
Date published: 2022-06-21T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Christopher Culligan from
Great product
Works as intended for small business with ability to add extra functions.
Date published: 2022-09-12T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ARNIE from
APC PRO 1500
THIS IS THE SECOND PRO 1500 THAT I HAVE PURCHASED. I PROBABLY BUY A THIRD. THEY ARE GOOD LITTLE WORKHORSES.
Date published: 2012-09-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
preacher from
Great machine!
I purchased the BR 1500 for our projector. Since projectors need a cool down time before shutting down, a power outtage would wreck havoc on the bulbs. And they are not cheap! Having good clean power to the machines and back up power, is one thing I do not have to worry about. Thanks APC!
Date published: 2012-02-06T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Powersaver from
Great Purchase
Extremely happy with my upgrade to the BR1500G. Handles all my power supply needs and looks great.
Date published: 2011-10-03T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
VisitLongviewTexas from
Never A Problem
We have used APC exclusively for more than 10 years. With units on three critical stations we have never had a problem or loss. Our most recent purchase of the UPS Pro 1500 was the easiest to install and put into operation. We have frequent dips and brownouts in our area due to weather conditions and our computer has always been protected. After trying to replace the batteries in the old 1500 double pack we upgraded instead. Next time we will upgrade first and not replace batteries.
Date published: 2012-05-31T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Satisfied User from
Always the Best
I have used APC products since they first came out on the market. I used to use the battery replacement but now I use the trade up. I have three workstations, a server and a laptop and all have ABC Power Saving BackUp UPS, the server has the big unit and all of the others have the 1500. I feel confident and never have to worry. I would recommend them to everyone.
Date published: 2013-03-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
LJinFLA from
Not for Home or Home office applications
I have owned many APC power supplies for home and home/small office applications over the years. This unit sounded like a good upgrade to one old unit which had finally developed a fault. The power saving features and master control function seemed quite attractive for my application of a computer system integrated into my home theater room. The downside to this new unit did not become apparent until I plugged it in. The fan on this unit is SO LOUD that it is simply not appropriate for home office or home theater computer applications. The sound is so loud it would only be at home in a data center room dedicated to such purpose where all such loud fan equipment would be located. I even had it placed inside the cabinet which housed all the home theater equipment and it could easily be heard over the movies through the cabinet doors and ventilation system. This is just not practical in most homes. I returned this unit in exchange for the older rs1500LCD which only has a fan running when actually on battery power. I am sure that the fan on the RS1500G will make the components last longer, but you will not enjoy being in the same room with it in you home.
Date published: 2010-09-06T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bert from
Great Product
I owned two Back-UPS Pro 1500s and I just purchased two more. They work as advertised and the upgrade program (Trade-UPS) is fast and painless.
Date published: 2013-11-23T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
JM4438 from
Good Replacement
I had a 1500LCD that I received as a warranty replacement of another 1500.
The 1500LCD went bad out of waranty, this was recommended on a Trade-UPS. It is more similar to the earluier one I had and in fact takes the same add-on battery pack I had with the first model, It is just a different color.
So far I am pleased, and was especially pleased when APC accepted return of the battery i ordered when I thought the problem with the LCD was battery.
I did learn to CALL tech support before assuming a battery is bad when a unit fails very quickly after power failure,
Date published: 2013-01-25T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Owner of a lot of these from
Reliable and useful; battery fit needs work
I own two of these and will probably be purchasing more. I like the LCD panel and the information it provides, particularly the current wattage draw of connected devices. However, I've replaced batteries in two of these so far (both with the APC battery pack) and both times, one terminal of the battery pack won't seat properly and when the battery is inserted into the unit, the terminal is pushed back into the housing. Very frustrating. My solution is to use a long plastic stick (a chopstick would work, for example). I insert the battery pack, then insert the stick between the two constituent batteries and push the black cable so that the male terminal is forced into the receptacle inside the UPS. I know how to do this because I've taken apart the old battery and learned how the component is built. I would rather see a design in which the receptacle is at the end of a cable, allowing the battery to be inserted and then the cable attached afterward. I believe one of the other UPS designs from APC does work this way (I've seen pictures of it). If that other product is of sufficient capacity, I won't be buying this model again.
Date published: 2021-08-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
null from
Fast service and delivery
Easy to replaced the old one with a new one. It works great. Thank you
Date published: 2021-08-11T16:35:03-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
boghav from
info packed
this units control panel gives you the input and output voltages as well as the percent of capacity/load factor of the units plugged into the UPS
Date published: 2011-07-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Lewis from
Great battery backup
Another great APC product. It was easy to set up and has already kept me from losing data during some brief power outages.
Date published: 2020-05-27T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
MT2020 from
Great Back UPS
BR1300G - I love this unit, keeps my server on for about 40 minutes and if everything is on it will last about 10 minutes. Just disappointed i didn't buy one years ago!
Date published: 2017-05-22T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Greg from
BR1500G has good options
APC has always had good products. This UPS offers good protection for today's high wattage electronics and has plenty of battery backup outlets, surge-only outlets and a green option for powering all devices down based on one device. While I personally will probably not use this option, I'm sure some would find it a nice extra. The price is still a little on the high side but as long as APC keeps the quality high, a "little" more is worth it.
Date published: 2012-01-19T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
greenbean from
Product Worked As Expected
Great UPS. Easy to set up and use. Powerful, easy to use operator interface. The only problem I have is that the display is unreadable once one is looking at it from much of an angle. My UPS is mounted 6' off of the floor and the display is totally unreadable when looking up at it. And this is disappointing since I would like to easily view the operating parameters the unit so nicely displays.
Date published: 2012-05-17T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Satisfied Customer from
Excellent Product
I love this UPS and the protection it provides. The master outlets are amazing! I love being able to have it shutdown my peripheral devices when my PC sleeps. Great feature!
Date published: 2011-01-03T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Home User from
Excellant Purchase
I have been using APC back up for over 20 years have never had a problem with their products. The new Back-UPS Pro 1500 Model BR1500G I purchased has 10 outlets available and I use every one. This is a very easy product to use.
Date published: 2014-02-09T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
PowerUser from
Awesome Purchase
I purchased this new APC unit (via the upgrade program), after the battery in my old unit expired (after 5 years of service). I could have simply replaced the battery, but I opted to take advantage of the upgrade program, since the newer APC models have a 'green mode'. The upgrade was a stunning success. Not only do I have a new APC UPS solution, but upgrading from my old UPS unit seems to have made my monthly power bill drop like a rock. I have nothing but positive opinions about both the new UPS unit and APC's upgrade program.
Date published: 2012-05-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
KYGAL from
Excellent Upgrade
Having expanded to include the ability to work from home, this battery backup is excellent. It allows me to keep have all of my home computer equipment attached to one device which has cleared up some cable clutter. The alarm is loud enough to be heard throughout the house without being overbearing. Easy to setup and the display is the best I have seen yet, clear and easy to read.
Date published: 2011-04-17T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Big Bear from
Top Notch Product
Bought this product to replace an earlier APC model. The battery of the previous product finally failed after many years of service. Rather than replace the battery decided to upgrade to the features of the Pro 1500. Looking forward to many more years of excellent product performance.
Date published: 2015-05-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Fred from
APC 1500
It is a very good product which I would easily recommend
Date published: 2011-06-03T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Felicitator from
Does it's job
I have been using APC products for a long time. The "Trade-UPS" program helped with my upgrade. The unit was delivered quickly and was easy to install. So far, it has done everything "they" said it would! I love the display on the unit for easy monitoring.
Date published: 2011-05-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
johndeer70 from
APC BR1500G Rocks!
I have been using this product for over 5 years. The features that I love are the silence button, menu screen with unit operation details, user replaceable batteries, being able to set the UPS sensitivity, and the number 1 feature of this unit is the additional battery expansion pack that can be added to it! Couldn't ask for a better UPS than this.
Date published: 2018-04-24T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Andy from
Wonderful product.
I recently had a power outage and this product worked as well as I would expect. It allowed me to shut down in an orderly fashion with no difficulties, and I am very thankful that I had this product installed.
Date published: 2011-07-18T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Dave M from
Great unit
Works great! Good run time. Setup of the unit and the software was a breeze.
Date published: 2013-01-20T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jim from
Excellent Product
Very pleased. I purchased this model under the exchange program because my old model's battery was shot. Setup of the new model was very easy. Return of the old model was also quite easy. Entirely pleased with this transaction!
Date published: 2011-03-20T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Steve from
Great Unit
This new unit will allow me to protect my Plasma TV's from power sages and momentary power dropouts.
Date published: 2012-02-12T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Cont4gioN from
So much power!
1500VA provides backup power for not only your PC but also your network and other peripherals. Maintains power for a long time after a power outage. Can't go wrong with APC.
Date published: 2017-08-22T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ccwriter from
Reliable, so this time I upgraded
You never know when you need surge protection and really need backup power. In those moments, APC UPS and surge protection have performed for me as needed.
Date published: 2013-12-24T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ed S from
BR 1500G
Outstanding customer service help.
Super equipment. No question I want to continue working with APC.
Date published: 2012-10-27T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Halfsquatch from
Great UPS
I nice improvement over the previous model. I especially like that ports are powered off when the primary device is turned off. The only thing it lacks is true sine wave output when on battery.
I highly recommend this for UPS for home users.
Date published: 2013-03-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
drumhedz from
Back-UPS Pro 1500
I have been using APC back up power supplies at home and work for the past 17 years and have come to rely on their performance and reliability. After my home UPS battery croaked (a unit bought back in 1994) I decided to upgrade it for something a bit more modern with the power capacity to run my Mac G5 workstation. So far it has run like a champ, quiet, reliable and ready to kick in. No regrets, I highly recommend the Pro 1500.
Date published: 2011-03-21T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
null from
All good
Great product no problems Battery has to charge when first set up in your office that takes a little time. Then all good.
Date published: 2020-04-09T12:57:22-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Peter from
Noxious Gas But Great Backup
Delivered spot on performance during two power outages. Back up generator takes time to restore electric to router and computers. Have two of these to keep the router and computers operating while power is brought back up. A little overkill. Only need for a two or three minute cycle. These are good for 30 minutes carrying a very decent load. Only problem with both was the noxious odor that emitted for several weeks following initial operation. Had to return one it was so bad. The replacement had the same issue, just not as severe. Have fans on them now to dilute the gas elsewhere in the room. They still are a little smelly. I would look at other battery backup alternatives if you plan on using these in an office environment. They're great for a closet rack, server room or basement. Not good for use among the living unless you can find adequate ventilation such as fans and open windows.
Date published: 2021-02-24T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Photophanatic from
Super Confidence
Little to no need to worry about power issues when this little guy is on the job. I've had APC UPSs for years of comforting service. The only thing is they have to have 110volts in-put and the battery has to be replaced periodically. [Maybe too soon with today's technologies' alternatives.]
Date published: 2014-01-30T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mondo from
Solid Product
You will appreciate this feature loaded UPS Backup unit. From its Digital display to its many user features. I live in a very remote wooded area of TN. We constantly lose power due to trees high winds and brown outs. This is my 3rd APC purchase and I have noted the technical improvements over the years. This is a great product that is packed with user features. easy to set up and use. It is user friendly and has many options you can configure. I got frustrated with my Satellite Receiver going out and constantly rebooting. So I use it to protect my Sat receiver and LCD TV. Plenty of power to finish watching your favorite show and then gently shutting down your equipment. Always have the ability to charge your cell phones to boot.
Date published: 2016-07-08T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jayvin from
Lifesaver During Hurricane Sandy
I received this UPS product as a present back in 2010. It did its job powering my iMac, PS3, router, and modem during random brown outs / circuit breaks due to too many appliances being on at the same time (Microwave, Washer, Dryer, etc.). The house was built in 1929 and although renovations were being done over the years, the electrical system wasn’t the greatest but has been recently upgraded last month.
The UPS came to light during late October 2012 when Hurricane Sandy came ashore in New Jersey. I was performing an online NBA fantasy draft between colleagues when the Hurricane knocked out the power in the neighborhood during the last rounds of the draft (Who schedules a fantasy draft during a hurricane?? We still blame the commissioner about that up to this day but to his defense, the date was scheduled a month prior even before the storm was predicted to hit the NJ area). As soon as the power went out, my iMac was running on the UPS’s backup battery during the last 2 rounds of the draft. I could tell my rivals lost connection as it gave me an advantage picking the right sleepers. I was able to power down my iMac, router, and modem safely after the draft successfully.
The power was knocked out for a whole week as we were able to use the UPS’s backup battery to power a portable electric stove to cook canned goods and soups / non perishable food as well as charging our cell phones and electric toothbrushes for 4 days. I was shocked how long the UPS’s battery power lasted! By the 5th day, I gave the UPS to my father to fully charge the battery at his workplace where the power was restored. The UPS continued to power the portable electric stove and charge cell phones until the one week mark when we finally received power at the house as the UPS then charged up from where it was at the halfway mark.
The UPS continues to provide power to my iMac, PS3, router, and modem especially when the TV and cable box in the living room randomly shuts off due to a random brown out or low voltage. My man cave center still continues to run during these times thanks to this UPS! At the time of this review, I also ordered the APC AV J35 to safely provide the right voltage and battery backup to the TV and cable box in the living room during these random brown outs. I’ll continue to use APC to safely provide the right voltage and battery backup power to all my productivity and entertainment electronics!
Date published: 2013-07-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Soaring One from
Lasted Less Than Four Months
Used the Trade UPS program to replace an old APC UPS. Received the new unit in early September. It's now late November and the unit failed an automatic self-test on bootup. I did a manual self-test and, sure enough, it failed. Power Chute displays "Battery in unit needs to be replaced." Invoked "Contact APC" from within Power Chute and have not yet received a response. I might try contacting them directly via the Web site. Very disappointing all around.
Date published: 2013-11-26T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
roberts s from
Great Unit!
Easy to set up, and simple to use if you own a Windows PC type cornputer .. I happen to run a MAC, and it runs right through the power control in System Preferences. Could not be easier. It might have helped if the documentation said that to run it on a MAC, just use the onboard system in your OS, but other than that, it is a piece of cake. Well made, easy controls and looks great. I just ordered the BR34BPG external battery pack for it, so it can run anything I throw at it. I really like APC equipment, and have for many years.
Date published: 2012-08-31T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ejr1953 from
Great Unit
I've used APC ups's for years, they always come out of the box in perfect condition and are easy to setup, this unit was no exception. I bought this unit to replace an old APC unit at the end of its battery life, using the trade up program, where APC recycles the old battery, a great way to upgrade this equipment.
Date published: 2011-11-24T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Michael from
Disappointed
It just broke. Battery alarm kept going and and software telling me there is a problem with the battery.
I will be reaching out to support.
Date published: 2021-08-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Poweruser from
Very good product
I have been using APC Ups's for about ten years, and I have been very satisfied. I have never had a problem with their product. Very good product and Company.
Date published: 2012-12-01T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Larry from
Very pleased with product
Very happy with your product. Arrived in a timely manner; It has even more features than I expected, and based on previous experience and it’s features, I am looking forward to many years of faithful service.
Date published: 2014-06-27T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
User from
3rd APC product
this unit came as described and works great. This is my 3rd one, at this rating and all have lasted very long time.
Date published: 2012-11-20T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Termite from
APC Back-UPS Pro 1500
APC Power Saving Back-UPS Pro 1500 is a great power backup. Had no problems what so ever. I really like the way it shuts of everything (if plugged into the right place) when you just shut off your computer and the all you have to do is turn your computer back on and everything comes back on also. Nice idea! I have two Backups and they both work excellent.
Date published: 2011-12-02T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
soundman from
Worry-free Protection
I bought this unit to replace another branded backup unit. I like the LCD reading on the front. The energy saving plugins are nice for devices that do not need power 24/7. I love APC back up units, they have not let me down. I will not purchase another brand.
Date published: 2012-08-05T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
TVstar from
Replaced smaller UPS
Have used the BR1500G a short period, however, I feel that I made a wise decision to increase the size to 865 watts from where I was with the BR900. This unit has various new features and I have never been disapointed with APC products. Would highly recommend this model.
Date published: 2011-09-20T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
AE from
Affordable Solution
Such a great product at an affordable price. Great for those SMB customers.
Date published: 2017-07-28T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
JoeVA63 from
BR1500G APC Power Saving Back-UPS Pro 1500
I love my new APC. It provides me enough power for all my devices. With the PowerChute software, I am able to manage my power use.
The best feature I like the most is the ability to set a master device (in this case my CPU), and when ii goes into sleep mode, my APC shuts off the power to my other devices, saving me money. In addition, when I power off my CPU, all other devices connected to my APC also turn off, eliminating the need to manually shut down all my devices individually. So i never wonder if I forgot to shut something off!
Date published: 2011-04-08T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
noodles from
Saved by the Battery
This battery backup literally arrived in the nick of time...my old one melted down the day after it was received.
It's working beautifully and I trust that it will continue to do so for a long time to come.
Date published: 2023-06-08T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
PatrickL from
Solid backup unit that gets me through the occasional power hiccup.
So far I am very happy with this unit; it is incredibly easy to setup and get working, and while I haven't yet had a power outage with it, I have no doubt it will perform as hoped. As with every backup, be sure to check your wattage and how long a backup will last, which you can do via the APC website.
Date published: 2023-12-05T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mikey from
Back-UPS RS1500
While always a good product, APC has made real improvements in the 1500 VA line of backup power units. The trade-up option is a great way to update when battery replacement time comes due for an older unit. Spending only a little more than a fresh battery to get a new modernized unit is good for the customer and the planet. The reduced weight and form factor as well as the enhanced diagnostics are tangible upgrades to a comparable-load product. Nicely done!
Date published: 2010-08-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Yuz from
Smooth transaction - easy setup
Everything went as planned with easy setup, excellent sale price made this unit a good deal.
Date published: 2011-03-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
CDWBUYER from
APC Back-UPS Pro 1500VA UPS Dropping like flies
We have over 300 sites with these UPSs. They seemed to be a good product until about 8 months ago. Recently we have had 50% them fail in the first few months with a error code F02. The UPSs are in remote offices where there are no technical resources. CDW will not replace them, we have to go through APC. APC will not send out a replacement unit until they receive the old one back. This leaves our equipment unprotected for a month while the transaction takes place. Also we put a burden on our customers to assist with troubleshooting or hire a technician to make 2 visits to the remote office.
Date published: 2016-10-18T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Dltstoose from
Sleek * Clean
This model is so much slimmer and sleek, you do not have to try and hide it. Very Classy. I like the idea that it preforms self tests with out me having to do anything.
Date published: 2013-02-28T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Rich Sr. from
Well built & Reliable
This is my second APC Back-UPS. The units are well built, provide reliable power and battery provides sufficient backup power to proper close files and do an orderly shutdown.
Date published: 2020-04-27T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
reviewAPC from
Great device!
Great value and solution for SMB/closet environments. One of our "go-to" solutions.
Date published: 2020-01-24T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
WZLP radio from
Ups
The unit works great. No more off Air problems
Date published: 2020-07-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Photo-fan from
Great for the latest PCs with high efficiency power supplies.
This Back-UPS Pro 1500VA ran my PC for ample time for me to clean up and shut down. It was compatible with the high efficiency power supplies in the latest version PCs. Read the instructions carefully, both the unit itself and the power-chute software that can act automatically if you leave your PC running.
Date published: 2020-08-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Greg from
BR1500G has good options
APC has always had good products. This UPS offers good protection for today's high wattage electronics and has plenty of battery backup outlets, surge-only outlets and a green option for powering all devices down based on one device. While I personally will probably not use this option, I'm sure some would find it a nice extra. The price is still a little on the high side but as long as APC keeps the quality high, a "little" more is worth it.
Date published: 2012-01-20T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
CateMacD from
Reliable and easy to use
I have been using APC power backups for over 15 years and have yet to be disappointed. The units are reliable and easy to install. However expectations have to be reasonable regarding battery backup capabilities. These units are great for managing power surges, lightning spikes and brown outs. Just don't expect them to substitute for a backup generator. They will buy you enough time - 5 to 10 minutes- to save data and conduct a controlled shut down of your computer.
Date published: 2017-05-31T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Evan from
So much power!
1500VA provides backup power for not only your PC but also your network and other peripherals. Maintains power for a long time after a power outage. Can't go wrong with APC.
Date published: 2017-08-22T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sierra Dawn from
Love it!
My new computer was tremendously upgraded when I ordered it, so it was very expensive. I have always used APC's products, and found them extremely reliable. I have my computer, printer, 3 external drives, etc. hooked into my new Back-UPS Pro 1500, and still have room and power to hook more things into it.
It has many outlets in the back which has been wonderful for my purposes and what I plug into it. I've been using it for several months now, and it has done it's job several times with the storms and electrical outages we have here, not to mention the horrible surges also. It has many qualities that are wonderful and so simple to set up and use.
I always was so thrilled that I was able to receive a discount from APC's trade-in program. Now that is a great idea for a company.
You can't go wrong if you choose this unit, or for that matter any of the units APC sells, as they are dynamite and work great!
Date published: 2011-11-10T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
IMACuser from
Not for Apple users
They don't offer software for Apple OS . Like what?? I thought APC has been around forever now. If I paid 5k for an apple computer, yes I'd buy a backup power, and there is no reason why I can't use this APC product to its full potential. What a shame :/
Date published: 2021-03-04T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
KB from
Excellent Product
This is the second 1500 I've purchased. The first one lasted 8 years!!! (I also buy the External Battery Pack to go with it.) I work from my home, and I am NOT technically savvy. This product is so easy to set up and use. I highly recommend this product
Date published: 2012-09-17T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Termite from
APC Back-UPS Pro 1500
APC Power Saving Back-UPS Pro 1500 is a great power backup. Had no problems what so ever. I really like the way it shuts of everything (if plugged into the right place) when you just shut off your computer and the all you have to do is turn your computer back on and everything comes back on also. Nice idea! I have two Backups and they both work excellent.
Date published: 2011-12-01T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
bookkeeper from
Excellent Upgrade Unit
This unit replaced a APC BR1000G unit that died but saved our local network and office computers from a CLOSE lightning strike. The unit was shipped promptly, installed easily, and the Trade Up program was a blessing. We have used APC units for several years because they are well-built and reliable.
Date published: 2014-09-08T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mr Andreas from
Technically good but not the best physical design
Good upgrade to my Back-UPS CS 500 that's still going strong after a battery upgrade. The thing I dislike about the Back-UPS Pro 1500 is how easily it topples over. APC would have been better retaining the classic dimensions, i.e., half the height and twice the width. Other than that, the power saving feature is a welcome bonus I didn't know I wanted/needed. This clever feature which, after it has been manually enabled and calibrated, fully powers down my peripherals when my workstation is off.
Date published: 2017-02-27T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
WL from
Good Unit
As described, performs as presented, outstanding unit so far. Been in service for about four weeks now with no issues. Have had two main power interruptions and unit provided more running time than indicated. Will be obtaining at least two more units soon.
Date published: 2011-07-22T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ranger bob from
i am happer as a blind hog that just found a acorn
i have power outage often here in the woods and have a 52 in.t.v.with its back up batt. it will run for 1hr and 40 minutes and no waiting for all the stations to reload
Date published: 2012-05-17T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
SRakaSSS from
Sound is horrible
I've had this UPS for about four months now and after owning APC products over the years I expected nothing less from APC; only until I received this unit. This unit was traded using APC awesome Trade-Ups program, would have I known how obsurdly LOUD this unit was/is I would have never bought it. What a shame! I love the Master/Slave outlets, its saved me quite a bit of money but the noise is unbearable for the trade off. I wouldn't even put this unit in my garage, it's louder than my truck.
Date published: 2011-01-03T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bobby from
Quiet, yet powerfull.
APC Battery Backup UPS Pro 1500 is quiet, relatively slim yet powerfull. I am using it to prevent timer losses during blackouts on my cable box, 60 inch plasma TV and Bluray player.
Date published: 2013-02-02T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
soundman from
Worry-free Protection
I bought this unit to replace another branded backup unit. I like the LCD reading on the front. The energy saving plugins are nice for devices that do not need power 24/7. I love APC back up units, they have not let me down. I will not purchase another brand.
Date published: 2012-08-04T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
tinsnip from
It's Dead a Year Later
Unless you keep this in a closet you won't like it. The fans run for a couple of hours after any kind of power blip, no matter how short in duration. Annoying! Loud!
And, within days of my one year purchase anniversary, it's dead. A fused relay or something according to the error code. But you know what? I'm glad it's dead. I hated it and even though I have to shell out more money again so soon after buying this lump of junk, I'll welcome the opportunity to get it out of my office.
Date published: 2011-08-31T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ex4wd from
BR1500G
I own five units, two PRO 1500's w/ BR24BPG external packs and three XS 1500's. The fan noise is not an issue at all, it runs for about four hours after initial startup and then kicks on periodically as needed to recharge the unit. The extra battery pack is definitely worth it as the runtime is extended by 3X. All in All a solid UPS.
Date published: 2010-11-18T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Rob from
Nothing But APC
I live in the lightning capitol of the US and have an APC product of everything that has any electronics in it. I have used several brands in the past but now I will only use APC. They have not only the best product on the market but the best customer service and stand behind their warranty. That is almost unheard of in today's market.
Date published: 2013-07-05T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
OspreyVic from
APC Works
We have been using APC products since the 1980's both at work and at home. Moved up to this unit when old one died and we moved to a new PC. Customer Service has always been GREAT. We would not purchase without getting the extended warranty, which will pay for a new battery.
Date published: 2011-01-10T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Vertigo from
Back-UPS Pro 1500
That unit helps conserve energy. It can be configured to, recognize a 'master' device and controlled 'peripherals', that power on and off, as a group. The strength of the signal, from the master to the peripherals, can be varied, for those difficult to control peripherals. The units sensitivity to inpuit voltage fluctuations, triggering a switch to backup battery power, can be adjusted, to allow for delicate peripherals. The front-panel User display can even be set to, darken after a period of, inactivity, conserving further power. Very helpful.
Date published: 2013-03-10T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
boghav from
info packed
this units control panel gives you the input and output voltages as well as the percent of capacity/load factor of the units plugged into the UPS
Date published: 2011-07-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ChuckP from
3rd APC purchase.. Going strong!
This is my 3rd APC product purchase. Like those before it, I expect to outgrow it before having any issues. Of the 3, only the first needed a purely age-related battery replacement This unit is the primary and handles the Synology NAS (media server), both i7-class desktops and their monitors, and all networking. The secondary handles external drives for the NAS, one room light (desk), and mobile devices. This configuration permits orderly shutdown (UPS - NAS) and allows the HDDs to be free floating after shutdown of the OS. Total power consumption is approx 550 VA across the 750 VA & 1500VA units. Minimal runtime on battery is 17 minutes (tested). Power in central PA is unpredictable. On the clearest of day a power event can cause just enough interruption to 'crash' the NAS and force a restart. Recovering from abrupt shutdown is a long, time-consuming process while the RAID set verifies the file system (25 TB). A UPS of some time is mandated with a RAID-configured media server. This unit has been in operation 14 days, the weather mild (no snow), and has already had 2 events. None of the systems even noticed it.
I've recommended APC to friends. One just purchased 3 BR1500G units for his office. Two blade servers and the file server.
Enough said?
Date published: 2017-01-13T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Maint Supervisor from
Good Unit
I have 5 of these units at our Factory. Uses range from HMI Computers and Allen-Bradley PLC's. I have several other APC UPS units and as they need replaced I go with this unit BR1500. I always use the "Trade in" option rather than replacing the batteries. I have had good results from the BR1500.
Date published: 2011-10-10T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
BigRed02 from
Excellent Equipment
This is my third UPS from APC. It performs very well when there is a power failure. Fortunately there are few.
I like the front display on the new moedl.
The purchase with trade-in was handled professionally.
Date published: 2012-11-10T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Gus from
Quality
My previous 1500 had died after 5 years of quality use, so I opted for the exchange program to recycle my old unit (and get a little discount off the new model). New model is smaller than my old unit and offers more connections and plugs than the previous 1500... Well done APC!
Date published: 2013-03-07T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
bd from
BR1500G
I have been an APC User for over 15 yrs now. The BR1500 With Personal Powerchute v3 gives me reported energy Consuumption and aides in controlling devices attached to the Tower. With Window 7 , if the Tovwer goes to sleep, so will the Monitor and any other NON-USB Driven Device. If the Device is USB Driven, it is an infinite Circle. When the device powers off, it wakes up the CPU to tell it it disconnected, and the CPU and the Other Controlled Devices all wake up again. But once figured out, changing the USB device to a NON Controlled Outklet gives you great power savings if you are an intermittent user or need to leave the unit on for overnight update jobs.
Great features, great expansion capacity and a real saver in the NE with the Winter and Power Outages.
Date published: 2011-02-05T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Hank from
Keeps getting better
I've been using APC for my UPS needs for over 10 years. Each time I purchase a unit, it gets added features, while still retaining the trusted value. The service reps are also top notch, giving me solid advice. As we rely more on electronic devices, we require great UPC units.
Date published: 2015-10-05T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
kotaztrafee from
Dumb series
This unit is unable to keep my computer running in the case of of a power interruption. Tech support explained that this unit can not react fast enough to keep the computer running. I was advised to upgrade to the smart series which is supposed to react faster. I figured a Pro series product would handle pro grade use. Therefore, I call it dumb if it's not pro and it's not smart it must be dumb and useless.
Date published: 2013-04-24T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ccwriter from
Reliable, so this time I upgraded
You never know when you need surge protection and really need backup power. In those moments, APC UPS and surge protection have performed for me as needed.
Date published: 2013-12-23T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
TexArdvark from
Excellent Product
This is the third consecutive APC Power Back-up 1500 I have purchased and have been pleased with them all. The current Backup-UPS Pro 1500, with its digital display makes it easy to monitor voltage and usage. Installation was a snap.
Date published: 2011-04-11T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
klaw from
Product needs improvement
The Back Ups Pro 1500 must have a design flaw. I own several of these units. At least two do not power my plugged in devices in the event of a power failure. The devices they support are plugged into the labeled battery backup sockets not the surge protected only sockets. It is not worth the hassle of pulling these out of service until their useful life ends. I just hope no other battery back up units of the same model come in with this defect. For the units that do work, their run time with a standard PC plugged in is about 20 minutes. I was hoping for much longer run time than that.
Date published: 2016-10-30T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
greenbean from
Product Worked As Expected
Great UPS. Easy to set up and use. Powerful, easy to use operator interface. The only problem I have is that the display is unreadable once one is looking at it from much of an angle. My UPS is mounted 6' off of the floor and the display is totally unreadable when looking up at it. And this is disappointing since I would like to easily view the operating parameters the unit so nicely displays.
Date published: 2012-05-18T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Captain Hindsight from
It's Worth the Money
I would have given the product five stars if the price was cheaper. I cannot comment on all of the features because I do not use all of them. However, I will say that I am definitely satisfied with the unit.
One of my favorite features is the power saving outlets. I have a Playstation 3 plugged into the master outlet and a TV plugged into the outlet below it. So when I turn on my PS3 the TV turns on. When I turn off my PS3 the TV turns off. Pretty cool if you ask me.
The battery run time is also satisfactory. I recently watched Netflix through my PS3 for roughly 47 minutes on battery power before having to plug the unit back into the wall outlet.
All in all I feel that this purchase was money well spent.
Date published: 2013-05-09T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
TXHomeOffice from
Great performer
Bought this to replace a previous APC UPS unit. It was able to reuse the external battery pack I had used with the old unit, which was a big selling point for me. The new unit was simple to install and works extremely well.
Date published: 2013-07-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Power Mac Girl from
Fits my needs
Purchased the BR1500G backup to replace an old APC that I had been using for over 20 years. The old one finally stopped charging. So far, after numerous power outages, some short and some long, my equipment stays on and protected. It does what it is supposed to do. Works fine with MAC equipment.
Date published: 2010-08-30T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
RLBJR from
Happy with Purchase!
We purchased a new BR1500G APC Power Saving Back-UPS Pro 1500 in replacement of a past APC Back-UPS that had been purchased in 2003. It was time to replace the older model's battery but we wanted to take advantage of newer technology along with the power saving abilities of a modern APC Back-UPS. This model was selected to do exactly that and to take us into the future for several years. It has not disappointed us at all. We were able to use the Trade-UPS program which gave us a discount on our new BR1500G APC Power Saving Back-UPS Pro 1500 by purchasing directly from APC. We ran a price check on several internet price comparison sites and found the Trade-UPS price was the best. Importantly, it also gave us the ability of sending the old model and battery back to APC (on their dime as they paid for the return postage). This is a fantastic "green" alternative so that we were removed from battery disposal issues! We had our new BR1500G APC Power Saving Back-UPS Pro 1500 in two business days and have been happy with it since the arrival. This is the fourth APC unit purchased in over 20 years. Thank you APC for your great reliable products and buying experience!
Date published: 2012-02-16T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ARNIE from
APC PRO 1500
THIS IS THE SECOND PRO 1500 THAT I HAVE PURCHASED. I PROBABLY BUY A THIRD. THEY ARE GOOD LITTLE WORKHORSES.
Date published: 2012-09-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
esstek from
Every Desktop in the World Needs One of These!
Why risk having your desktop shutdown unexpectedly while you're working on large Word documents or complicated Excel spreadsheets and then lose all of your hard work? These UPSes are not that expensive and provide more than adequate protection from blackouts and brownout conditions. Well worth the money that they cost!
Date published: 2018-03-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Phuong from
good choice
it's running great, as soon as surges attacked it backing up to battery mode automatically.
Date published: 2020-01-07T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
webenlight from
It's a monster UPS!
This is an amazing UPS. It's able to supply power to all of our home theater equipment including our large LED television, cable box, receiver, Xbox One, and PS4. We've had several electrical flickers in our home since installing and it keeps track of all occurrences as well as able to maintain everything on!
Date published: 2014-01-08T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
IWI Promo from
Great APC
This is a Great APC and works like a charm. Love the backup feature as well as the Surge Protection!
Date published: 2020-02-26T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Banesilvermoon from
Great tool, easy to setup
This has worked out great for me. I work from home and attached all the hardware for my work laptop, router, modem, VPN access and office phone to it. Has saved me a couple times when the power slipped or went out for an hour. I'll most likely be buying another to put my personal desktop on, and maybe a battery expansion for that to give it some extended up time during an outage.
Date published: 2019-07-10T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ScottB6 from
Very Good Unit
APC delivered the unit overnight (reasonable extra charge) to replace a previous APC - several years old - that was due for replacement. Installed the battery, it came charged, and had only one minor glitch with the LCD readout. Called Customer Service, they answered within one minute. The agent was extremely helpful and within another minute had the issue resolved. Since installing had three minor outages and one 3-hour outage. The APC worked seamlessly including a readout of how many minutes of backup power were left. The fan, which is quiet, only went on when the unit was backing up power. Other than that it is silent. I am extremely happy with this purchase and highly recommend it. I also took advantage of the APC recycle service for my old APC. A valuable service.
Date published: 2012-02-25T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sean from
APC Products are Great
All products from APC that I have owned are terrific. They have saved me from many losses due to power failures. I have owned APC products for many years and have always been 100% satisfied. My most recent purchase, Back-Up Pro 1500, has already saved me in the first weeks I have owned it. I highly recommend this model for home computers, it not being to large or too small for the job. I would gladly recommend any APC product heartly.
Date published: 2011-12-12T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Leo from
Reliable - Efficient
Just like my 'smaller' UPS review, I sell dozens and dozens of these things a year and they've proven themselves over and over again. When you don't overload these with too much equipment, I've gotten 20min+ out of them keeping my servers online while we lost power, has saved my bum MULTIPLE times.
Date published: 2017-06-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Royaloak from
1st upgrade
This is the first time that I have done the online upgrade with APC. It went flawless. The new BR1500G went in without much of a hitch and has performed top notch. Not sure what the fan noise issue that I have seen on other comments as I can barley hear anything under normal operating conditions. I would not hesitate to purchase my next unit from APC. My only complaint was the software was not included with the unit as a new version has been produced by not available on hard copy. I wish they would have issued a postcard that one could send in to obtain this when available.
Date published: 2011-01-09T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
userincal from
Only one complaint, but a big one, the noise!
APC UPS's are reputable, good quality, super solid, and with awesome support. Otherwise I wouldn't look at them. Just bought Back-UPS BR1500G plus external battery pack for home use due to COVID-19 working from home all the time. The cooling fan noise is not too loud but definitely very noticeable in home office setup, which is died quiet generally. Personally I can't stand this noise the whole day and everyday at home!
I do NOT recommend this UPS for home use, unless you plan to put it in a remote closet or corner.
Very disappointed with APC: making super quiet fans and better cooling management is not difficult at all in nowadays.
Date published: 2020-11-19T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Big Bear from
Top Notch Product
Bought this product to replace an earlier APC model. The battery of the previous product finally failed after many years of service. Rather than replace the battery decided to upgrade to the features of the Pro 1500. Looking forward to many more years of excellent product performance.
Date published: 2015-05-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
glenesis from
My Most Important Piece of Gear
I won't ever plug a computer system directly into anything less than one of these units. Reliability and warranty and performance vs. cost make this unit a no-brainer.
Date published: 2013-06-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Lanka from
Replacement UPS system
I bought this to replace an earlier APC unit I had used for a number of years. It is an excellent product so far. My only complaint is when I have to put in a larger size transformer block plug, the outlets are a little close together to be able to use all of them effectively. Some plugs that need to be protected are larger than others. The outlets could be spaced a little further apart. Otherwise the unit is an excellent product.
Date published: 2015-05-31T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
PC from
Awesome
Worked out of the box, very easy to setup and just go just as expected with APC and they never dissappoint.
Date published: 2011-04-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
John from Montreal from
Info on the fan
I have been using the BR1500G with a BR24BPG or its equivalent for many years. A few weeks ago, I had to change the old one for the new model. When I received it, I was a little worried, because the fan never stopped. However, it is important to know that after a few days, it stops and full quietness comes back to normal. I am extremely happy with the new model, as I was with the old one. In addition, I like the new screen which tells how much watts is consumed.
Date published: 2013-04-08T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Power Hungry from
Heir & a Spare
Bought two, we had a major regional power outage last year. With one unit I made it through 6.5 hours of operation - with an heir and a spare architecture I can take that to 11 hours.
Very cool
Date published: 2013-04-12T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Charles from
Great UPS!
Sleek design, ten outlets, good battery run time, and great price make this a winner!
Date published: 2011-07-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
JP50 from
Never a disappointment
This unit is just perfect to guard against power fluctuations or short disruptions when switching over to generator.. It also allows a graceful shut-down the the event of a complete power loss. I have been using APC products for fifteen years and have never been disappointed.
Date published: 2017-08-03T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
BobCat from
Linux Users Alert
APC always, in my own office and my clients.
Biggest gripe: no apparent contribution to the OpenSource community. PowerChute for Linux, please?
I have no affiliation with http://www.apcupsd.com/, but they could use some help. There are many smaller organizations using GNU based servers, please, share some code so that all OS users can benefit from your solid power management tools.
Date published: 2013-10-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sgt Darkness from
UPS
Recently purchased the 1500 and had no problems getting all my hardware hooked up and running. As long as it keeps another computer from being fried by our pitiful AEP electric company I will be super happy. Haven't had it but only a week so I can't give a reliability type review but seems to be spot on. The only thing I am concerned with are the reviews concerning the longevity of the battery........... hope mine lasts for more than 6 months..........not sure if the battery falls under the one year warranty, probably not.........
Date published: 2014-03-01T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
gixxer from
Pro 1500
It certainly works as a ups, but the outlet configuration and quantity are way below average for something this expensive. Big capacity and only 5 battery outlets, less if you have a transformer block to plug-in.
Date published: 2014-08-22T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bill from
-UPS Pro 1500
I was impressed with the ease of installation. The exchange program is very good. I use the unit in a home environment with two computers, two printers, and two scanners. I have more than enough battery backup. I appreciate the power saving controlled outlets.
Date published: 2012-10-02T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
TVstar from
Replaced smaller UPS
Have used the BR1500G a short period, however, I feel that I made a wise decision to increase the size to 865 watts from where I was with the BR900. This unit has various new features and I have never been disapointed with APC products. Would highly recommend this model.
Date published: 2011-09-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Moondoggie9 from
APC Power Saving Back-UPS Pro 1500
This product worked like a charm!!We had a power outage that lasted about an hour and it keept our Fosse system running and we lost no data!The Sales Rep was kind and knowledgable and the order was placed fast when we needed it!Great Product!Great Service!!
Date published: 2013-02-28T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
null from
Great UPS with an available extra battery pack
I love that this supports an add-on battery pack (APC Back-UPS Pro Battery Pack 24V - battery enclosure - lead acid
Mfg. Part#: BR24BPG
UNSPSC: 26111723) for longer life of attached devices. This is an affordable solution that provides an hour or more of run-time, which is just what I needed.
Date published: 2020-04-30T07:36:15-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Tom from
The ultimate UPS
Don't bother with the rest. This is the best UPS on the market.
Date published: 2012-11-25T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
GTnH from
Excellent product and service
Replaced an older smaller unit with this one. Arrived very quickly. Return of old unit was easy. I've used APC for years and have been very happy with their products.
Date published: 2015-07-05T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Syd from
Best Protection for your Computer
Best Protection for extending life of computer never any spikes getiing through to computer and can continue working on docuemnts or trading while on battery
Date published: 2020-12-23T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Tom from
Excellent Performance
I obtained this UPS under APC's trade-up program, trading in an APC unit that had given me good service for several years. The new features, especially the display that provides much useful information are a great improvement. The unit just sits there quietly waiting to do its job when the local power company fails to do its.
Date published: 2011-07-18T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
A from
The Best.
We love this product for our customers! All of our small to medium businesses (5-100 employees) have at least one of these in their network/server closet. They are really easy to set up and work flawlessly. Plus they have a great batterie capacity to give the server and other equipment plenty of time to shut down safely without damage.
Date published: 2017-04-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jean from
Very good
Hi, It's my second APC unit for my computer and I'm very satisfied of them.
The installation and operation of the Pro 1500G is easy and smooth. The fan is running while the unit in on batteries, but the sound is not annoying. Software is complete and it runs flawless on Windows 7.
U can disable alarm sound at you're convenience, which I find very practical.
Delivery was on time and at my door (UPS should call before delivery). The return program of used unit is great.
Date published: 2012-11-08T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Vodoo from
Good unit
This is a goood reliable unit. I use this in a factory(Industrial) environment for our process PC'S and our PLC controlled machines. As our older outdated ups fail, I replace them with this unit
Date published: 2011-01-05T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sierra Dawn from
Love it!
My new computer was tremendously upgraded when I ordered it, so it was very expensive. I have always used APC's products, and found them extremely reliable. I have my computer, printer, 3 external drives, etc. hooked into my new Back-UPS Pro 1500, and still have room and power to hook more things into it.
It has many outlets in the back which has been wonderful for my purposes and what I plug into it. I've been using it for several months now, and it has done it's job several times with the storms and electrical outages we have here, not to mention the horrible surges also. It has many qualities that are wonderful and so simple to set up and use.
I always was so thrilled that I was able to receive a discount from APC's trade-in program. Now that is a great idea for a company.
You can't go wrong if you choose this unit, or for that matter any of the units APC sells, as they are dynamite and work great!
Date published: 2011-11-09T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
TheRoots from
Best APC UPS for the Home Office
The APC Back-ups Pro 1500G provides that best protection and features in a UPS that most home office's need. The green power saving feature saves energy usage and eleminates the need to turn external devices off manually.
Date published: 2012-07-05T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
DarcWorX from
Very Strong and Dependable
I have been a user of ACP for about 3 decades. Never let me down. This particular model I purchased a month ago and already it saved my Alienware Desktop Station (Area 51 R2) and Alienware Laptop 17xR4 twice!
Date published: 2018-04-27T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ed S from
BR 1500G
Outstanding customer service help. Super equipment. No question I want to continue working with APC.
Date published: 2012-10-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ryan from
One of 7 APCs I've owned since 1994
I have used APC for Apple computer and audio system backups since 1994. They are reliable and work as advertised. Two have been replaced on the TradeUps program. This one is used at this time to provide backup to a Mirage Sub-Woofer.
While one reviewer found the fan noise objectionable, my unit sits beside my recliner and even when the fan is on (on cold start for about 10 minutes) I can barely hear it. His might have been defective.
My only "gripe" is on the Quick Reference section for the function buttons. It is a little too briefly written for me. I would like to see certain areas that deal with the Master/Controlled outlet Enable/Disable, and right under it, the Master/Enable Threshold Calibration written in more detail.
I like this unit. By way of note, my others did provide a pure sine wave instead of a stepped sine wave. I notice no difference with this new equipment.
Date published: 2010-09-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
FG56 from
ack-UPS BR1500G FW:865.L2 .D USB FW:L2
Great Product never have had a problem personally with a APC branded product! I have surges and short line problems in my area at times amd this thing has not hit a problem the first time !! Thanks APC Great Product
Date published: 2011-12-02T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
TechGuy419 from
Great product
Exact replacement for a failed unit.
Date published: 2021-08-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jay from
Highly Satisfied APC Back-UPS Pro 1500VA
This is a great product and I highly recommend this for a small business company needs.
Date published: 2022-01-11T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
No Public Name from
1500 is a great model
Have used APC for ages. 1500 is a great model
Date published: 2022-01-26T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
LJTodd123 from
Great battery backup
Another great APC product. It was easy to set up and has already kept me from losing data during some brief power outages.
Date published: 2020-05-27T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bruce S from
Solid and dependable
Good solid unit, does what it’s supposed to do and won’t let you down
Date published: 2020-08-12T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Pleased User from
It works well
It works when it needs to work.
Date published: 2021-08-21T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
KAYE from
Purchase of APC.
All that was expected...sale & product
Date published: 2021-03-11T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
RJ from
Plugs take up 2 slots per device
Many device plugs are shaped that 2 power slots are used per 1 device
Date published: 2020-03-31T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Maureen A. Mottard from
Very Happy
Arrived sooner than expected. Works perfectly.
Date published: 2021-01-04T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
psyclist from
OS Bias...
I purchased this product to replace my aging Tripp-Lite UPS and am disappointed that the Powerchute Personal Edition managing software is NOT available for the MAC platform.
Please rectify this.
Date published: 2015-05-31T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Frank from
Battery Hot Swap
Does anyone have instructions or a link to a video that shows how to hot swap the batteries. My batteries only lasted two years, I got new ones and this device is advertised as hot-swappable. I do not what to power down my server, but could not find instructions for hot swapping the Back-UPS Pro 1300/1500 batteries. Thanks!
Date published: 2016-08-11T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Cedar City Motel from
Excellent Product
I bought a Back UPS RS 1500 and have been using it from over a year now. Great product. After I installed this I did not have a blow out on my TV, CCTV, security cameras etc insoite of having power cuts/surges here. I have several more UPS's all of APC and they have all served me well. I have several surge protectors for all laptops at home. Have been using APC products for over 15 years and have used it in Africa, India and now in the US.
Date published: 2010-11-23T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
PhantomPhreak from
Great Back-UPS
I bought my UPS a few years ago and the battery finally died and I ordered a replacement battery.
Date published: 2018-07-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
fsmechanic from
APC1500
Purchased to protect infrastructure servers on a bad power circuit. Operated well, absolutely no complaints whatsoever. This unit delivers well and looks good too.
Date published: 2011-09-18T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
RoBear from
Not for Macintosh Users
I have relied on APC products for more than a decade. I like them, I trust them, they make good reliable equipment. I recently upgraded my old UPS Smart Backup Pro 1000 to a much newer model. It works just fine. No complaints and I like their recycling policy where I send back my old unit to be recycled for free. Thank you. So WHY do I say I would NOT recommend my APC UPS to a Macintosh owner? One simple answer - after a decade, and more than 100 million Macs sold - APC still acts like we don't exist and it ONLY includes Powershute Software for Windows PC's. NOTHING helpful or useful for Macs. And they need to know we DO care about this and we DO want this and I won't buy another APC unit IF it doesn't support Macs in the future. Simple - straight - honest review. Hope it helps you.
Date published: 2012-11-23T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
OldSoldier38 from
I Got APC UPS
I have been using UPS since 1992. In 1994, my non-APC UPS failed and the company gave me no recourse. I then discovered APC. Since then, I have only used APC products. As my systems grew, I increased my UPS capacities. APC's "Trade UPS" program made this easy and less costly. I am on Oxygen Therapy 24/7 and use an APC BR1500G UPS on my oxygen concentrator. I also have Sleep Apnea and use a CPAP to control my breathing while I sleep at night and a second BR1500G keeps it going for me. If me have a power outage, I know that I will have sufficient time to switch over to bottled oxygen. Many times at night, I even sleep through blackouts and never know hay happened! I also have BR1500Gs on all our HDTV sets and their peripheral equipment (home theater, DVR, etc.). We have landline telephone service so we do not worry about losing phone service during blackouts such as we had on 09/08/2011. But we do have wireless handsets and we protect the base station with a smaller APC UPS. We also have solar panels (3.1 KW) on our roof. I cannot think of a better partner for my APC UPS.
Date published: 2011-10-16T00:00:00-04:00