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APC UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector, 600VA Backup Battery Power Supply, BE600M1 Back-UPS with USB Charging Port, Pack of 2
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APC UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector

Bottom line: The APC UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the power protection category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 1 case of 2 Packs, 2 Count Total
  • ✓ Backed by APC's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

The APC Back-UPS BE600M1 is a compact 600VA/330W UPS battery backup and surge protector designed to help protect home and office electronics during power outages, voltage fluctuations and damaging electrical surges. This APC UPS features seven NEMA 5-15R outlets: five provide battery backup and surge protection, while two provide surge-only protection. Use this uninterruptible power supply as a battery backup for a computer, monitor, Wi-Fi router, modem, networking equipment, gaming console and other essential electronics. During a power outage, the BE600M1 supplies temporary battery power…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored APC UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the power protection category. APC's power protection lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for power protection of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • 1 case of 2 Packs, 2 Count Total
  • KEEP YOUR COMPUTER, WI-FI AND ROUTER RUNNING THROUGH POWER OUTAGES: Supplies short-term battery power during outages to maintain internet connectivity and allow safe shutdown of computer during power interruptions
  • POWER PROBLEMS DON'T ONLY HAPPEN DURING STORMS: 23 minutes of runtime (at 100W load) guards against outages, while surge protection shields connected devices from unexpected power events that happen even on a normal day
  • PROTECT EVERYTHING ON YOUR DESK: 5 well-spaced outlets with full battery backup and surge protection, plus 2 surge-only outlets for less critical gear
  • PHONE CHARGER: Keep your phone charged even when the power's out. The built-in 1.5A USB port works during outages
  • EASY BATTERY REPLACEMENT KEEPS COSTS LOW: Swap the internal battery in minutes when it ages out, no need to replace the whole unit (APC replacement battery APCRBC154, sold separately)

Full Specifications

BrandAPC
ColorBlack
Voltage120 volts
Wattage330 watts
Amperage1.5
Unit Count2 Count
Form FactorCompact
ConnectivityUSB, WiFi
Model NumberBE600M1
Input Voltage120 volts
Maximum Power330 watts
PHONE CHARGERKeep your phone charged even when the power's out. The built-in 1.5A USB port works during outages
Connector TypeNEMA
Output Current1.5 A
Output Voltage120 volts
Output Wattage330 watts
Mfr Part NumberBE600M1
Number of Items2
Power Plug TypeType B - 3 pin (North American)
Battery Cell TypeLead Acid
Full listing titleAPC UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector, 600VA Backup Battery Power Supply, BE600M1 Back-UPS with USB Charging Port, Pack of 2

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