Customer reviews from Staples
Staples TECH - 650VA 8-Outlet Battery Back-Up & Surge Protector Standby UPS - Black
Average customer rating
4.8
(28 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 28 reviews
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Customer Reviews for Staples TECH - 650VA 8-Outlet Battery Back-Up & Surge Protector Standby UPS - Black
Customer Rating
5
Great protection for power outage
on May 17, 2025
Posted by: C.L.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Staples Tech Surge Protector Standby UPS is a beast! Upon opening the package this is a very solid and well built unit. It has 8 outlets along with 2 USB-A 5ft cord which is ample. Ive been using this device primarily for backup on security system as well as internet. I still have extra outlets at the moment as you can see in my picture but will be adding my computer to this as well today. It's comforting to know that we'll be protected during an outage especially living in rural high desert area in California. Overall it's a great product and I feel it's an essential and reliable item to have in your home for safeguarding your electronics.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
The beast of surge protectors
on May 15, 2025
Posted by: A.O.
from Pittsburgh
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So I wanted to try this surge protector power 'strip' (more like box or brick) because we get frequent thunderstorms this time of year in the NE US - so power surges/electricity loss. My brother lost his gaming system at one point from a power surge to his apartment and needless to say he was SUPER upset. The fact that there's battery back up to give you time to properly shut down your electronics on this surge protector is fantastic! While we DIlD lose power since I've used it we weren't using any of our electronics when it happened. The electronics plugged into it were my sons' gaming system and our TV as well as a receiver and they were plugged into the battery back up ports. I really like that there are USB ports and enough plug outlets for everything we need! I also use it to charge my ipad and laptop b/c i know it can handle without overheating. One thing is I wasn't expecting it to be so heavy but it's not really an issue. The weight actually keeps it from falling sideways or tilting si it's a good thing!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Such peace of mind as an emergency battery backup
on May 15, 2025
Posted by: Erika D
from Lincoln
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Okay I love this thing! When I first opened the box I was surprised by how large and heavy it was expecting your average surge protector. However once I rearranged a couple things to make room for this to be hidden under our office desk it was all uphill from there. There are eight outlets and two USBs to keep devices protected on a day-to-day basis with surge protection. But the best feature is that after an initial 8 hour charge the internal battery continues to auto charge as needed so you have a full battery backup to keep the devices running if the power goes out. THIS IS HUGE! We have our router laptop and phone chargers plugged into the four outlets that have battery backup so we can maintain internet service for all devices in an emergency even without power. It also gives us longer access to the computer and two cellphones in a power outage. The peace of mind this gives us for safety alerts and communication in an emergency situation is worth the price alone. I don't know how we went without this tool in our emergency preparedness kit for as long as we did but now I will never go back. Do yourself a favor and give yourself the same peace of mind with this genius piece of tech.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Game Changer
on May 14, 2025
Posted by: CurlicueMama
from Napa
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This surge protector is such a game changer. Living in California we have frequent planned power outages due to wild fire dangers. As someone who works from home on a computer this has caused issues in the past. 48 hours after getting this surge protector charged and set up I experienced my first outage. Thanks to this product I was able to continue on with my work day and attend meetings as scheduled with zero interruptions having both my Wi-Fi router and my computer plugged into this surge protector. There are plenty of outlets and USB ports available to keep you up and running when the power is out. Every home should definitely have at least one of these at home! Can't recommend it enough.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Small but mighty workhorse UPS
on May 14, 2025
Posted by: R.K.
from Oradell
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My overall impression of this surge protector power strip has been very positive. It's a solid and reliable solution for anyone needing both surge protection and battery backup especially in a home office or small workspace. The build feels sturdy and setup was straightforward just plug it in connect your devices and you're good to go. I primarily used this power strip for my desktop computer monitor wifi router and external hardrive. During a brief power outage the battery backup kicked in instantly giving me enough time to save my work and safely shut everything down which was exactly what I needed. The number of outlets. 8 in total felt just right for my setup. I appreciated the split between battery backup plus surge protection in 4 outlets and surge protection only on the other 4 outlets which let me prioritize what needed backup power. The two USB A ports were a nice bonus for charging my phone and wireless headphones without taking up extra outlet space. While they're not fast charging ports they're very convenient. What I liked most about this surge protector was the peace of mind it gave me during outages and storms. Knowing my essential devices were both protected from power surges and supported during brief outages made a big difference. The long 5 foot power cord also made it easy to position where I needed it. However there are limitations you should be aware of. The battery backed outlets are collectively limited to 360 watts even when the unit is connected to wall power. If you exceed that by plugging in a mid or high end gaming desktop the UPS will sound an alarm for a few seconds then cut the power to the battery supported outlets completely. That could pose an issue if you're in the middle of something important. The non battery surge protected outlets don't have a wattage cap but the entire system has a 12 amp current limit. Overall. for the size it packs a punch and I would recommend this product to anyone who needs reliable surge protection with the added benefit of battery backup especially in a work from home setup.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Does the job
on May 14, 2025
Posted by: E.B.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This does the job! It works as described and I like that it also has USB plug ins. The only thing I don't like is that it is large though that tends to be the case with surge protectors.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Useful and User Friendly UPS
on May 14, 2025
Posted by: L.P.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Over the last few weeks I have used the Staples Tech 650VA Battery Back-Up & Surge Protector (8 Outlet + 2 USB-A) to support my computer router and home security hub and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Right out of the box it was incredibly user-friendly—installation was quick and simple and everything was up and running in minutes. The 8 outlets provided plenty of room for all my essential devices and the 2 USB-A ports are a convenient bonus for charging smaller electronics without using up the main outlets. One of the biggest advantages is the compact size. Compared to other models with similar capacity this UPS takes up much less space making it easy to tuck away in a home office or living area. It's also impressively quiet—no noticeable humming or fan noise which I really appreciate in a quiet workspace. Overall this UPS offers a great balance of performance convenience and design. It’s a solid choice for anyone looking to protect their tech without dealing with bulky noisy equipment. Highly recommended!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great power strip with backup power
on May 13, 2025
Posted by: K.S.
from Canyon Lake
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We’ve been using the Staples Tech Surge Protector Standby UPS as the central charging station for our home and overall we’re very impressed with its performance and reliability. We primarily use it with our alarm system and other essential household devices including our Wi-Fi router and charging ports for phones and tablets. Everything stays consistently powered and online which gives us great peace of mind—especially knowing our alarm system won’t go offline unexpectedly. The number of outlets is perfect for our setup. Eight outlets give us plenty of space for all the key devices we rely on and the USB-A ports are a huge bonus—super convenient for charging phones without needing additional adapters. What we like most about this surge protector is the built-in backup battery UPS functionality. While we haven’t experienced a power outage yet it’s reassuring to know that we have backup power ready to keep our devices running during an emergency or sudden outage. That added layer of protection really sets it apart from a standard surge protector. Overall this has been a reliable well-designed addition to our home and I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a dependable power solution that doubles as a backup system.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples