As someone who’s lost precious files thanks to a sudden power outage, I know firsthand the value of a reliable battery backup. I put the GOLDENMATE UPS Battery Backup through its paces to see whether it’s a reliable solution for keeping my home office operating, even during random outages.

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Set It and Forget It For Up to 10 Years

Before we look at the specs, which are impressive, it’s the lifespan that you will really appreciate. Set up the GOLDENMATE UPS Battery Backup unit, and let it continue to protect and keep your devices running for more than 10 years.

You’ll likely replace nearly everything connected to the UPS (uninterrupted power supply) multiple times before you’ll need to replace the battery backup. Don’t worry if you have frequent outages, as GOLDENMATE designed their latest UPS to last for up to 5,000 recharge cycles.

Obviously, with high usage, it could fail sooner than the 10 year mark, but it’s nice to just set it and forget it for as much as a decade.

Surge Protection That Plays It Cool

I’ve used other UPS devices in the past, and it’s not uncommon for them to run hot, especially when powering multiple devices during an outage. The GOLDENMATE UPS Battery Backup features an advanced cooling system that works alongside the battery management system.

As soon as higher usage is detected, the fan turns on. While the unit did get warm during my tests, it never got hot. With seven devices connected and running, the UPS stayed cool. It’s not that noisy, so you won’t be looking for your earplugs to block out the noise. At just under 50dB, it’s not loud at all.

In addition to an excellent cooling system, GOLDENMATE has surge protection built in to further protect your devices. I don’t plug in any electronics or appliances without a surge protector. You won’t need to worry about your devices getting fried, thanks to a random surge.

The UPS is designed to detect fluctuations to ensure consistent power to my devices. This includes blocking power surges that could destroy them.

Reliable Battery, Thanks to LiFePO4

Unlike most UPS devices, GOLDENMATE utilizes a LiFePO4 battery in the UPS Battery Backup unit, so it lasts so much longer than many competing devices. Plus, you never need to replace the battery.

The battery is rated to handle 1000VA/800W, so you will get reliable backup power for all your favorite electronics. On average, it’s designed to last for at least 30 minutes on battery. However, this could be shorter or longer, depending on what’s plugged in.

Clear Display to Prevent Surprises

When devices are on backup power, you want to know exactly how much power you have left. The GOLDENMATE UPS Battery Backup has an intelligent LCD display that shows exactly how much power is coming in (when charging) and how much is being used.

Even better, it shows me a small battery with the remaining charge. An exact percentage would be nice, but when it gets to the last slice of battery, you’ll know to save your work and start safely shutting down devices.

Ample Space for Your Whole Home Office

Do you hate trying to figure out what to plug in to your UPS? With eight outlets, there’s enough space for most, if not all, of the electronics in your home office. During one test, I had a light, laptop, desktop PC, external monitor, external hard drive, and phone charger all connected.

As mentioned earlier, each outlet offers surge protection, so it’s even beneficial when you don’t need it as a backup power source.

Testing the GOLDENMATE UPS Battery Backup

The GOLDENMATE UPS was put through several different tests to see how well it performed. The first was with my home office setup. I had six devices connected at once, including:

An overhead strip light
17.3-inch laptop
Mini PC
24-inch external monitor
External hard drive
Phone charger with phone connected

The UPS weighs just under 13 pounds and measures 13″ X 9.8″ X 4.1″, so it took me a few minutes to find the right place for it. However, it’s roughly 20 percent smaller and lighter than similar devices.

The downside is that the power cord isn’t nearly long enough, so it limited my options. Honestly, a longer cord is the only thing I’d really change about the device.

After connecting everything, I turned on the UPS using the power button on the front. The display immediately showed the power going in and out.

I unplugged the UPS to simulate a power outage. Outside of a brief flicker of the overhead light, I didn’t notice any power interruptions. I was able to continue using my devices as usual.

I also tried connecting the UPS to my entertainment system, which included:

40-inch TV
Router/modem
Roku box

The TV didn’t even flicker when I disconnected the power.

For a simpler test, I plugged in an air purifier. The fan never even had a chance to slow down when I disconnected power from the UPS device.

Looks Great in Any Space

I know looks are important, especially if you’re going to have the UPS sitting out on a desk or table. The sleek black and white design looks great in any space. It’s a very minimal look with a simple logo on the side.

Various Uses

While I tested the backup battery for home office and entertainment, it works well in various situations. Have medical equipment that can’t be interrupted? It’ll work well to keep things running. Don’t want your servers to go down? The GOLDENMATE UPS Battery Backup has you covered.

Never Worry About Outages Again

If you constantly worry about losing data or important devices shutting off during an outage, the GOLDENMATE UPS Battery Backup ensures that you never have to worry again. Thanks to less than 20ms between the outage and the UPS supplying power, your devices keep running. Plus, they’re safe from surges.

Pick up the GOLDENMATE UPS for just $199 and make outages and surges one less worry of yours.