Choosing a used UPS for critical power protection can feel like a tug-of-war between what you spend today and how much power you'll have ready later. The APC Back-Ups PRO 1000 BR1000G is listed at USD 64.99 and comes with a battery carrier, while the Tripp Lite SMART1500LCDT is listed at USD 175.00. Both are used units, so the practical question is which one is worth your attention.
Quick verdict: If you're building a simple desktop setup on a tighter budget, the APC is the easier pick because it keeps the price lower and already includes a battery carrier. If you need more headroom for extra gear and want a tower that also offers surge protection and a smart display, the Tripp Lite is the stronger candidate-just plan to add batteries before it can protect anything.
At a glance
| Product | Listed Price | Condition | Outlets | Battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APC Back-Ups PRO 1000 BR1000G | USD 64.99 | Used | 8 | Battery carrier included |
| Tripp Lite SMART1500LCDT | USD 175.00 | Used | 10 | No batteries |
Where the APC Back-Ups PRO 1000 stands out
- It asks less of your wallet, leaving room for other desk hardware.
- It fits a modest home-office load without requiring you to build a battery project around it.
- For someone who wants a simple backup unit, this is the less involved option.
Where the Tripp Lite SMART1500LCDT stands out
- The 1500VA/900W rating offers more capacity for a larger set of devices.
- Built-in surge protection and a smart LCD make monitoring easier.
- The tower/rack-mountable form factor opens up more placement choices.
Product notes
#### APC Back-Ups PRO 1000 BR1000G 8 Outlets UPS w/Battery Carrier QTY
The APC Back-Ups PRO 1000 is the lower-priced route to UPS critical power, and the product name points to an eight-outlet unit in the Back-Ups PRO line. Its eight outlets should cover a desktop computer, monitor, router, and a few peripherals without crowding out the rest of the desk. The one limitation is capacity: if your desk has more gear or you want room to plug in additional equipment, those eight outlets will run out faster than the ten on the Tripp Lite. If you're replacing a smaller backup unit on a tight budget, this is the practical choice.
#### Tripp Lite SMART1500LCDT 900W 1500VA Smart LCD UPS Back Up Tower, No Batteries
The Tripp Lite SMART1500LCDT makes a bigger power play out of the gate: a 1500VA/900W rating, ten outlets, surge protection, and a tower/rack-mountable form factor with a smart LCD. That combination suits a more loaded desk, a small networking rack, or a workspace where every extra outlet counts. The tradeoff is in the product name itself: it arrives with no batteries. You'll need to source compatible batteries before the unit can deliver backup power, which adds time and cost to the higher list price. If you already have the right batteries or know exactly what you want to install, this tower gives you more headroom than the APC and a clearer path to heavyweight power protection. For buyers who don't want to deal with battery sourcing, the extra complexity is a real hurdle.
Final choice by use case
- Choose the APC Back-Ups PRO 1000 if you want a lower-priced UPS for a basic desk setup and you don't see yourself adding lots of extra peripherals later.
- Choose the Tripp Lite SMART1500LCDT if you need more outlets, higher VA/wattage headroom, surge protection, and a smart LCD-and you're prepared to buy batteries separately.
