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APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M vs APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B

Full UPS Battery Backups comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official APC site.
2026 verdict
APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B beats APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M in 2026, with its clearest edge on capacity & output and outlets & ports.
APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B
Winner
APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B
$306.99

Last recorded price

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The main reason it wins is capacity & output and outlets & ports, and its broader overall balance strengthens that case. APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M can still be the right pick, but only if price and rating outweigh the wider strengths of APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B. In practical terms, APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B is the easier product to recommend.
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FeatureAPC Back-UPS Pro BX1500MAPC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500BWinner
Price$189.99$306.99APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M
Rating4.44.2APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M
Capacity & OutputNonePure Sine Wave OutputAPC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B
Outlets & PortsEthernet Surge Protection, Coaxial Surge ProtectionUSB-A Charging Port, USB-C Charging Port, Ethernet Surge Protection, Coaxial Surge ProtectionAPC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B
Warranty3 years3 yearsTie
BatteryUser Replaceable BatteryUser Replaceable BatteryTie
Automatic Voltage RegulationYESYESTie
Monitoring & ManagementUSB Data Port, Power Management Software, LCD DisplayUSB Data Port, Power Management Software, LCD DisplayTie
IntegrationsHome AssistantHome AssistantTie
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APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M

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$189.99
$249.99

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  • + Price: $189.99
  • + Rating: 4.4
  • - Capacity & Output: None vs Pure Sine Wave Output
  • - Outlets & Ports: Ethernet Surge Protection, Coaxial Surge Protection vs USB-A Charging Port, USB-C Charging Port, Ethernet Surge Protection, Coaxial Surge Protection
Winner
APC

APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B

Prime exclusive deal
$306.99

Last recorded price

Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Capacity & Output: Pure Sine Wave Output
  • + Outlets & Ports: USB-A Charging Port, USB-C Charging Port, Ethernet Surge Protection, Coaxial Surge Protection
  • - Price: $306.99 vs $189.99
  • - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M or APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B?

APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for capacity & output and outlets & ports.

What is the biggest difference between APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M and APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B?

Price is one of the clearest differences: APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M lists $189.99, while APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B lists $306.99.

Which one looks better on price?

APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M is listed at $189.99, while APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B is listed at $306.99. APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M (better spec).

Who should buy APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M?

Choose APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than capacity & output.

Who should buy APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B?

Choose APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming BGM1500B if your priority is capacity & output and outlets & ports and that matters more than price.

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