Quick Verdict
When your rack needs UPS critical power, the choice often comes down to room and output. Two used black rackmount units are worth weighing: the CyberPower OR2200LCDRT2U at $184.98 and the Eaton 5P1500R at $239.90. The CyberPower gives you a 2200VA rating with automatic voltage regulation; the Eaton supplies five outlets in a slimmer profile. If you want more capacity and voltage conditioning, go with the CyberPower. If you need a slim profile and multiple receptacles, the Eaton is your unit.
Price Comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Relative Price |
|---|---|---|
| CyberPower OR2200LCDRT2U | $184.98 | |
| Eaton 5P1500R | $239.90 |
The two prices sit about $55 apart, with the CyberPower at the lower end. The price difference is meaningful if you're outfitting several racks.
Where Each Product Wins
CyberPower OR2200LCDRT2U wins when capacity is your main concern and you have rack space for a bigger unit. Eaton 5P1500R wins when tight rack space is the main constraint and you need to feed multiple devices from one UPS. Neither unit is a bad fit for typical critical power duty. The right call depends on your rack's available height, the load you need to cover, and how much you prioritize a slimmer chassis.
Product Notes
CyberPower OR2200LCDRT2U
The CyberPower is the larger-capacity option. Its 2200VA rating leaves more headroom for servers, switches, and other networking equipment, and the built-in Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) keeps voltage steady without draining the battery. The 2U rackmount form factor is standard for larger rack setups, and it includes an LCD display, USB and serial communication, surge protection, an audible alarm, and support for an optional remote management card. The trade-off is that this is a used unit, so you're accepting cosmetic wear and previous use. You're also taking up two rack spaces rather than one, which matters in a packed cabinet. If your rack can accommodate the height, the extra capacity and management options make it easy to live with.
Eaton 5P1500R
The Eaton 5P1500R is the compact option, fitting into a single 1U space while providing five output receptacles. That makes it a practical choice when you need to protect several devices without giving up much rack room. It also has cold start capability, so you can turn equipment on from battery power even without utility input, and the LED display keeps status readable. It uses one cooling fan, and the universal compatibility makes it easy to slot into an existing rack setup. The main limitation is condition: the outside has scuffs and scratches from storage and regular use. You also get 1440VA of capacity, which is lower than the CyberPower, so it suits lighter loads and tighter spaces rather than a fully loaded rack.
Final Choice by Use Case
Buy the CyberPower if your cabinet has two rack units to spare and your connected gear needs more power headroom. Buy the Eaton if you want a single-rack-unit UPS that can feed several devices at once. Match the unit to the space and load you actually have, and both will do the job.
