Customer Ratings & Reviews

Back-UPS Pro BN1050M Is a solid middle capacity home uninterruptible power supply. This is designed for home PC or routing equipment. Highly sensitive or NAS equipment would be better suited for a smart UPS. The unit is well assigned and moderately heavy. I have owned several APC/Schneider electric products over the years and all have worked well. Battery life will be several years depend depending on usage and are easily replaceable But not inexpensive. This unit has no USB or DC ports on the front but does have eight ports on the back four of which our surge only. My particular use for this unit is a wireless bridge, a security Wi-Fi home station, as well as other fairly low wattage equipment in a shop. Performance so far has been excellent including cold weather down to approximately 40°F. Run time at this lower wattage set up is over one hour. I Also have used other brands, but on average build quality is less and longevity less. In my current set up, I am not using the backup software but previous experience on several windows machines as well as small NAS has been flawless. The Alarm and display are easily controllable and bright. Display can easily be turned off.

I received my APC BN1050M UPS a few days ago and quickly replaced my current aging battery backup. At a bare minimum I prefer to have a quality surge protector, with a battery backup whenever possible at my desk. My desk serves as a charging area for all my electronics as well as my desktop PC. I have my chargers all plugged into the surge outlets with my PC, monitor and router plugged into the battery backup (and surge protection) outlets and everything is working as it should. Like most UPS systems the outlets on the back are a little close together, if you have many oversized AC plugs this will be a minor issue. Luckily I had no problems here, but nothing a little extension cord could solve if needed in the future. The device has a very easy to read screen displaying all pertinent information. For most people I suspect the display of how long the battery will remain powered at the current level of usage during an outage is most important. For us, we have a whole house generator, so really we just need a short bridge from power failure to the generator kicking in. Because of this I figured I could skimp and get the cheapest one I could find after my very old APC UPS needed to be retired. I regret that, as even with only being needed for 10 seconds or so it no longer can hold power that long. I have had APC UPS batteries in the past and I have always found them to be a solid product with a good life expectancy. I'll probably stick with APC going forward. Not much else to say on this device. A UPS is practically required in the modern world to protect your most expensive and delicate electronics while maintaining power when the power goes out. This device is pretty standard as far as size, weight, plug layout and display. I’m giving it a 5* review not just for that, but extensive experience with APC products that have shown me they are a well built and reliable device.

Unboxing the APC BN1050M you’ll find the UPS, an Ethernet-to-USB communication cable, and some documentation. The UPS itself has a very small footprint (3.5” x 12”), a plastic exterior, and a 6’ permanently-attached power cable with a flat plug. Basic setup includes connecting the internal battery, removing the sticker covering the outlets on the back of the UPS, plugging the UPS into wall power, and plugging your devices into the UPS. The front of the UPS features the screen and 3 buttons. The screen is bright and features good iconography, making it easy to understand. On the downside, the display itself is set well behind the face of the UPS making it difficult to read from any angle other than head-on. The buttons are physical and illuminated, which is nice. The back of the UPS features 8 outlets, a network communications port and a reset for the integrated circuit breaker. Regarding the outlets, there are 4 on battery backup and 4 surge protected. The outlets are positioned horizontally, which should reduce interference with other plugs, however they appear a bit crowded side-to-side and could potentially interfere when using larger power adapters. In my testing, the unit switched over instantly when wall power was lost, providing a seamless experience. Operation is quiet. The estimated On-Battery time on the display was fairly accurate and the unit provides ample time to cover brief power outage and/or shut down the devices properly. APC’s software, PowerChute, can be downloaded from their website. It provides a web-based interface, via the communications cable, to manage the UPS and provide automated shutdown options for the PC. While not necessary for using the UPS, it does provide beneficial data and options. Overall, I’m very happy with the APC BN1050M and am glad to have it powering and protecting my media server.

Last summer was rife with blackouts, both unexpected and planned. And after every blackout, there is the possibility of the unwanted surge once the power kicks back in. I have several surge protectors to brace for these spikes, but they don't assist with the other problem, cold shutdowns of my electronics. I've was always intrigued by battery back-ups, but not enough to go get one. After using this model, I'm considering buying more to have all around the house. Connected to this unit, in particular, is my desktop, monitor, laptop, NAS and network switch. I still have surge protectors connected to my odds and ends, but there is definitely better peace of mind for the electronics connected to the back-up. Now, with all the connected devices, I don't expect the battery itself to power me through the blackout, but just having the moments needed to power down everything properly is worth the cost itself. As for time, the display panel on front takes the guessing out of how much I truly have. Less stressful than rushing to beat the clock. Connecting and powering up was simple, finding the APC software (Powerchute) was not. That's my only gripe. Finding the registration page and the shutdown software should be easily and readily available on both the box and the manual. As of writing this review, I have only managed to connect Powerchute to the computer connected to the backup. I'm hoping I can chain it to my NAS and desktop, but we shall see. -Well built and sturdy -Plenty of well-spaced outlets -Clean, easy to read display -Enough backup power to save my work and shutdown properly -Comes with all necessary cables -Once software was running, it was very easy to install and connect -Slim form factor; easily fits into office set-up While I hope this isn't a bigger year for blackouts, at least I feel a bit more prepared.

Anyone who’s serious about computer gaming (or doing serious work) using desktop PC knows how important it is to have a reliable UPS. Also, computer components these days are so expensive that they need to be well protected from electrical spikes and surges as well as blackouts. UPS is the solution. This model is good for stabilizing electrical current for up to 600 watts. My desktop PC runs at maximum of 550 watts with an RTX GPU so it is a good match for the UPS. Latest generation of RTX GPUs will require more watts so this UPS model may not be good enough for them. The UPS works by stabilizing electrical current feeding the computer and it has some juice to keep the computer running for a while in case of blackout. If your computer runs at 600 watts and there is a blackout, this UPS model will give you 2 minutes and 15 seconds to save your work and shut down the computer properly. That's a pretty tight window but keep in mind that if you use your computer for typical spreadsheet/ word processing work, the PC will not run at max power so the UPS should be able to give more time to save your work and shut down the computer. In addition, there is a $250,000 lifetime equipment protection policy, which means if your electrical device breaks due to electrical surge or spikes when it is connected to the UPS, the manufacturer should be liable to replace your device. This UPS is also good for other electrical devices such as your printer, router, TV, etc.

I'm a long term Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) user/believer, and have frequently (though not exclusively) purchased the APC brand in the past for their long-term reputation and reliability. The Back-UPS Pro BN1050M model is the latest I've tried here. Battery life on this model is good for my needs, for the load I planned on using it for, it was estimating over 1.5 hours of battery runtime. The box indicates there are models with higher or lower battery life depending on your needs and budget. I will disclose that over 5 days of testing, we did not have a legitimate power outage, power outages happen but just not that frequently, so to some extent I can only simulate power loss by either pulling the plug or using the menus to read the info. I know from past history with using these types of UPS devices in an outage, that during an outage the one thing I want powered the longest is our internet and phone service, namely our cable modem (which powers both internet AND phone line), and also at least one wireless router (I also backed up one ethernet network switch). When I checked it once the battery was full, it was saying those devices had 98 minutes remaining if the power went out -- that's more than enough time to look up and call emergency services to report the outage/cause. As per my main computer, I have a laptop with a 12+ hour battery, and it will not normally be near the UPS, but it's important that it get internet service as long as possible in an outage (in our case, our cell phone reception is weak for back up internet without standard cable Wi-Fi). Before you get too comfortable with using this for protection, make note that half the plugs in the back (4) are surge protection only (no battery back-up), the other 4 are battery backup. That's a good design because you don't want to have too much drawing on the battery, but probably need other devices protected from surge anyway on the same wall-outlet (one wall outlet powers all 8 outlets on the device). When I first hooked up the battery, there was a spark which immediately raised my anxiety about the whole situation, but I recalled the same issue installing prior APC branded power supplies (some other brands don't have you hook up the battery the same way). Hooking up the battery, it's evident the battery itself is replaceable. The red battery cable connector looked different than the black cable (different connectors) but I confirmed with customer support that this was by design and proceeded. All was fine. Anyhow, I decided to take one star off this rating, and that's because of the spark. I verified that pulling the power plug causes it to kick in, but these UPS devices also tend to kick in during power fluctuations (not just power outages) and I cannot simulate that in testing unless it happened. I can confirm during testing that two of our outlets were detected by the UPS as having a wiring fault (red light on back of UPS), which indicates something is wrong with the outlet wiring. APC has an article explaining why this light might come on, but in our case it's probably a missing ground wire because it's a house with older wiring on one floor. The digital display on this APC UPS Model is very bright and easy to read, the button (on top) on the right lets you cycle through the information screens. It is useful to get an idea how much power remains in an outage, and there is other power information shown. One important button will allow you to silence the speaker/alarm, which if you place this device in a bedroom may be important at night (unless you need to be awakened in an outage) -- when the speaker is off there is a slash through the speaker icon. If you've got a desktop type computer where a power outage could result in data loss (because unlike a laptop, it doesn't have a battery without one of these UPS devices), you're potentially saving that system from damage (and yes, unwanted crashes) in the event of an outage with this. A USB cable is included for that purpose which I suspect would help automatically shut that machine down if no one was there. So, yes, I would recommend this model APC UPS, though depending on your power needs other models may fit your personal usage differently.

This is a pretty consistent and reliable UPS. Its nice that it has a lot of outlets in case you want to power multiple devices, but realistically I don’t really need that many. It also has a few cool features like a software you can download that will automatically save your files and shut down your computer if it detects that there is a power outage. I tried this on a windows computer, an it seamed to work ok, but it has to be on a windows computer and I’m using this mostly for a NAS and my internet modem, router, etc. so the feature doesn’t really help much. The battery size / life is pretty good for what I want to use it for, but if you’re really concerned about how long this can last, know that the minutes listed are purely estimates. My 32 inch tv and PS4 only lasted like 9 min. which should have been longer given that it says a 42 inch and ps4 should be 8 min. I tried my 65 inch and ps4 and it went like 3, but honestly I thought it would be less. My NAS plus internet devices gave me like 2 hours which is perfect since most of our power outages are like 2 min to 1 hour. Overall I’m really happy with this and even though I’m using it mostly for keeping my NAS up and running through power issues, its great to have on hand in case I’m doing anything else where I’m worried about a sudden power fluctuation screwing something up.

The APC is an amazing uninterruptible power supply (UPS) by a reputable manufacturer. If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably got more gadgets than you know what to do with. This device is essential to protect them and keep them alive during a power outage or brownout. The design of this device is utilitarian in the best way. On the back, it has 8 grounded power outlets. It has a removable battery which is hot swappable so no downtime if you need to replace it. It also has an LCD display on the front which is super nice for checking the battery level, battery load, and run time minutes until the battery is depleted. Speaking of the battery, it has great performance. It’s more than enough to give you an opportunity to safely shut down higher voltage devices like a gaming PC, TV, or a home theater system. Also, if you’re looking to keep some lower voltage devices on like a modem or router it can sustain for an extended amount of time (claimed 3.5 hours). On top of that, if using the physical controls and display is not your thing, it also comes with PowerChute software, which allows for automated computer shutdown, energy usage reporting, and a number of other configuration items. If you are looking for a great UPS option from a reputable company with pragmatic features, this is a great option.

Hook this up to the computers in my office and it works great. Any fluctuation in the power and it adjusts. We had a power outage and it stayed on long enough for me to finish up what I was doing and shut the computers down. I highly recommend this to anybody that needs a battery backup.

Reviews for these are very difficult to provide especially when the products time to shine is when you're needing to lose power. I do have an older APC model battery backup I got 2 or so years ago and is still running strong today. It's essentially why I opted for a second one from the brand. Since I started working from home due to my job having the flexibility of being in office or in the comfort of my own home, I wanted something that would be there should my power go out and at least keep me going for a while. Since I work of a laptop, this product makes the most sense and offers plenty of connections to include my Laptop, Docking station and Monitor. I've not been able to take advantage of it yet as we've not had any power related issues since before I did receive the product. That said, I don't foresee any issues as the one I've been using specifically goes to my Network devices so that I'm not losing internet access. The one thing I do like over my current one though is this model has a much slimmer design, though it is slightly longer. This model also features the ability to pass my Ethernet through it in case anything comes in through the coax and doesn't take out anything past the modem itself. I may switch the Battery Backups duties for that reason alone. When it comes down to it, there's not many companies out there that I trust for protecting my electronics. Nearly everything I have is APC branded. Thankfully I've never had to make a claim for anything being taken out during a surge, but I'm sure that if/when that time comes, APC will be around to help.

The APC Back-UPS Pro BN1050M comes well-packed and shipped right to my door in a Schneider Electric box. I unpacked it, opened the battery door, connected the red wire to the battery, replaced the battery door, plugged everything in, pressed power, and it's charging! The setup is pretty straightforward, and you know you have quality because the Quality Assurance Test results are taped to your UPS unit. Thanks, "T," for testing my unit! Everything works great and does what you said. Instructions are not required as everything is shown on the sticker for simplicity. The UPS is fairly small, so it doesn't seem obnoxiously big like others I have seen and have in my home. With 8 outlets, you have plenty of plugs for protection. It easily fits under my desk and is able to handle my router, modem, PC, printer, TV, and PS5 with no problems. The BN1050M is rated at 1050VA/600W with auto voltage regulation and the ability to tap a lead acid battery when necessary for larger draws or brownouts. Your battery life will be determined by how much you have plugged in and the draw during the blackout. The box says 3.5 hours, but if you are running more than just a PC, you will get less battery life. The recharge time is 12hrs and must be between 32°F to 104°F (0-40°C) during operation. It weighs close to 16 lbs, so plan to pick up the box with conviction if you're used to lightweight Amazon packages. This does what it should, and APC is always my trusted UPS choice for my devices.

Compact enough to fit on a shelf. Being used to keep the router and modem up during short term power outages. If needed, cell phones can be charged during longer power outages. We can even keep a table lamp on for a limited time.

It does exactly what it is intended for. I bought it to help with some brown-outs in my apartment and I haven't had any issues since. It has helped keep my PC & Monitors on when the power flickers without any issue.

In my view this unit was the best I could do to mitigate the frequent power interruptions I have been dealing with. It's made in USA and actually has replacement batteries available. It came fully engineered with a 40 +/- check list taped to the unit. Besides the computer it backs up a high performance clock and a range extender for my cell. The latter is necessary to gauge the duration of the outage.

excellent fits very well in the space I had for it

Solid battery backup with quick response time, nice features and helpful display, and reasonable runtime. Purchased to keep network and carbon monoxide alarms up in case of power outage. Not going to run your house for days, but is a good solid backup for potential many-hours-long outages, depending on load.

Great value and easy setup. Would highly recommend.

Battery backup for desktop is easy to set up and use

This is very nice and hooked it quickly. So glad it was in stock and scooped it right up. My old unit was no longer working correctly. Ordered it online and it was ready moments later. Great job.

Bought a $200 plus tripplite unit 3 years ago it recently stopped working. Tried to get it repaired. They don't sell parts. This one has the same features and cost less.