Customer Reviews for APC Smart-UPS with SmartConnect Remote Monitoring Pure Sine Wave Backup & Surge Protection, Black (SMC1500C)
Item # : IM12MZ145
Model # : SMC1500C
Protect valuable equipment with this APC desktop Smart-UPS.
- UPS protects electronic equipment and prevents data loss during a power outage
- Surge energy rating: 680 joules
Price is $836.99
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Most helpful positive review
Posted Nov 4, 2025
Easiest UPS choice for everyone
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Out of the box, this one was very easy to set up. Even with a computer, monitor, dual-drive NAS, and a network switch, this particular unit seems to handle so much with ease. The screen itself doesn't stay lit all of the time so it won't burn out, but it does stay on long enough to see the info when needed. Hooking it ...
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Most helpful critical review
Posted Sep 17, 2021
Having to manage it only via the APC site is a NO!
There is no local web interface, the UPS have to be allowed to connect to the APC site in order to be configured - this is a big NO in any security conscious organization.
ronRON
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Posted Nov 4, 2025
Easiest UPS choice for everyone
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Out of the box, this one was very easy to set up. Even with a computer, monitor, dual-drive NAS, and a network switch, this particular unit seems to handle so much with ease. The screen itself doesn't stay lit all of the time so it won't burn out, but it does stay on long enough to see the info when needed. Hooking it ...
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GruberKira
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Posted Sep 5, 2025
For any business that needs reliable backup power
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a sales professional, I highly recommend the APC Smart-UPS C 1440VA for any business that needs reliable backup power. This compact tower unit automatically protects your computers, servers, and equipment from power outages and voltage problems, giving you peace of mind and preventing costly downtime. With eight out...
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TTEC Computers Inc
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Posted Jul 23, 2025
APC Equivalent No Issues with the Client
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Best product with no problems and the web interface is pro forming well and no comparison with any other vendor
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ETGUSA
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Posted Feb 21, 2025
Perfect application for powering AC devices
This is a great piece of equipment any appliances that do not have an internal battery backup.
For example, the AC goes out and you are on a treadmill. It just stops and you go flying.
This product will give you 15 minutes of time to slow and stop. Wonderful.
For example, the AC goes out and you are on a treadmill. It just stops and you go flying.
This product will give you 15 minutes of time to slow and stop. Wonderful.
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jasonc
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Posted Nov 11, 2024
One of the most popular and stable UPS's
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] have sold many of these units and use one personally due to the large readout, extended time and online!!! can see what is all going on and has saved me a few times due to flickering and even during an outtage
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ITPro
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Posted Oct 29, 2024
A Great Unit for Smaller Offices or Smaller IDFs
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A solid performer in terms of performance vs cost. Great for tight places that do not have actual racks installed but still need power protection to ensure uptime. 8 Standard outlets should provide plenty of room. The LCD screen in the front provides great info on what's going on and changing the battery is simple.
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ETGUSA
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Posted Oct 4, 2024
Heavy Duty cycle, well engineered product!
I like this product and use it for various applications that involve motors which have no "spin down capacity. Foe example,just installed 20 at a fitness center where the treadmills simply stop when there is an interruption of AC, due to their poor design. With the Smart-UPS C, there is more than enough power to not only protect the treadmill electronic components but a...
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ETGUSA
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Posted Sep 23, 2024
Extremely reliable, well-built piece of equipment!
Deployed about 10 of these to a local financial institution who also wanted the ability to network manage all of the UPS's via the internet. The product is solid, with some software features lacking. Overall a very good buy.
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APC4U
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Posted Sep 19, 2024
Great for closets
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great for closets and is reliable. No issues with uptime and we have confidence knowing our closets are protected.
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Excel Technology Group
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Posted Aug 27, 2024
Quality product needing better management software
This is a solid product with the dozen or so that our company has deployed in the field.
My only suggestion is a complete revamp of the management software which is dated.
My only suggestion is a complete revamp of the management software which is dated.
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Retired in NC
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Posted Feb 22, 2024
Good choice
It’s a good unit. I’ve been happy with APC for many years while working and now that I’m retired am continuing to use them.
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BobM
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Posted Jul 23, 2023
Great UPS but the SOFTWARE is horrible
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I can never access my 3 APC SmartUPS on my network... it seems to theirs always an issue. Why can't APC make software that doesn't need so much maintenance to work.?
And my Nickname is too short... You people just love torturing your customers.
And my Nickname is too short... You people just love torturing your customers.
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about our software. I am sorry to hear that you ran into issues with it. I would reach out to an APCbySchneiderElectric support team at your earliest convenience. For fastest service click on the Get Help button in the bottom right hand corner.
July 27, 2023
Scarborough Library
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Posted May 4, 2023
Good service
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] New UPS delivered quickly and old one picked up as planned.
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Canfrani
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Posted Nov 2, 2021
Nice clean design
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Used for network equipment - I like the way it looks.
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muie APC
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Posted Sep 17, 2021
Having to manage it only via the APC site is a NO!
There is no local web interface, the UPS have to be allowed to connect to the APC site in order to be configured - this is a big NO in any security conscious organization.
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Daniel C
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Posted Apr 17, 2021
Good Products
Great Products. Been using them for 20 years. Trusted.
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AstroEric
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Posted Apr 7, 2021
Solid unit but can't access via Ethernet port
I have 3 of these units in my remote observatory
and being able to view information on them remotely is extremely important. I wish it were possible to access them directly via the Ethernet port. They are too far away from my equipment for a USB connection, and one unit only has networking gear on it.
and being able to view information on them remotely is extremely important. I wish it were possible to access them directly via the Ethernet port. They are too far away from my equipment for a USB connection, and one unit only has networking gear on it.
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Trish
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Posted Dec 12, 2020
Great website that helps you choose correctly.
great and fast service, and lots of help choosing the right battery you need. Have used APC products for at least 25 years.
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Larry of Ames
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Posted Nov 23, 2020
Silent UPS for home office
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Silent in operation. Simple controls. Big improvement over similar APC UPS of 10 years ago.
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naduka
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Posted Jun 30, 2020
Great UPS
This is our preferred solution for our small managed services customers that rely on us to manage their entire infrastructure
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