APC vs Numeric UPS in India: which one, when

Comparing two brands Sirius Star services in India.

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APC — full product breakdown

Sizing, service, and India warranty details.

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Numeric — full product breakdown

Sizing, service, and India warranty details.

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APCVSNumericOnline UPS – India
Global reach vs local price. Both make sense.
The Short Version

APC or Numeric UPS in India: the honest split.

APC SRT wins for wider ASP and bundled software. Numeric wins on Indian OEM price and metro service. Load and city decide. Sized from Navi Mumbai.

Free 30-min review first. 200+ Indian businesses trust Sirius Star.
Both brandsSirius Star supplies APC and Numeric
1-20 kVA rangeBranch to server room
Pan-India ASPAPC widest, Numeric strong in metros
24-hr written quoteFrom Vashi, Navi Mumbai
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Written by Naveen Reddy, Networking and Infrastructure Team
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Updated 3 Jul 2026
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Editorial content reviewed by Karthik Iyer
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The verdict in one line

APC brings pan-India ASP coverage, Unity PF on 6-10 kVA and bundled PowerChute software. Numeric brings aggressive Indian OEM pricing and a strong service network in metros and tier-1. If ASP proximity is the risk in your city, APC. If price is the constraint and you are metro-based, Numeric holds up well.

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APC vs Numeric at a glance

Both brands in one view. Where each one wins, and where the ASP network changes the answer.

APC →

OEM
Schneider Electric SE. India entity Bengaluru.
Output PF
Unity PF on 6-10 kVA SRT. 0.9 PF on 2.2-5 kVA.
Software
PowerChute Business bundled. No extra licence.
ASP coverage
Widest across tier-1 and tier-2. Select tier-3.
Warranty
2-year onsite. Lifecycle Services extends to 5 years.

Numeric →

OEM
Numeric Power Systems Ltd. Indian OEM, Chennai HQ. Now part of Legrand Group.
Output PF
0.8 to 0.9 PF depending on model.
Software
NumericPro management, free tier included.
ASP coverage
Strong metros and tier-1. Thinner in tier-3.
Warranty
2-year onsite. Extensions via Numeric AMC.

The APC and Numeric ranges Sirius Star supplies

Two picks from each brand. We size the mix in the free 30-minute review.

APC · most bought

APC Smart-UPS Online SRT

Branch server-room workhorse. Unity PF on 6-10 kVA.

Current India models: SRT 1000XLI · SRT 2200XLI · SRT 5000XLI*
  • Unity PF on 6-10 kVA
  • PowerChute Business bundled
  • XLBP battery pack expansion
  • Widest India ASP
APC · entry online

APC Easy UPS On-Line SRV

Cost-led true online for SOHO server rooms.

Current India models: SRV 1000IN · SRV 2000IN · SRV 3000IN*
  • Double conversion at entry price
  • Compact tower
  • PowerChute basic
  • 1-year warranty
Numeric · most bought

Numeric HPE Plus

Indian-made online UPS for offices and branch rooms.

Current India models: HPE 1kVA · HPE 2kVA · HPE 3kVA · HPE 6kVA*
  • Double conversion online
  • Made in India
  • NumericPro software
  • Metro ASP strong
Numeric · higher kVA

Numeric OTIS

For larger server rooms and small data halls.

Current India models: OTIS 6 · OTIS 10 · OTIS 20*
  • 6-20 kVA range
  • Battery cabinet options
  • Legrand backing
  • AMC extension available
*Disclaimer: Model numbers shown are illustrative examples of the current India line-up. APC and Numeric refresh their line-ups periodically and stock varies by branch. Please contact Sirius Star for latest availability and price.

APC vs Numeric: feature by feature

The specifics that decide the buy, for the Indian buyer.

FeatureAPCNumeric
TopologyDouble conversion (VFI). Green modeDouble conversion (VFI)
Output PFUnity PF on 6-10 kVA SRT0.8-0.9 PF depending on model
Made in IndiaAssembled in BengaluruFully made in India
Bundled softwarePowerChute BusinessNumericPro basic tier
Warranty2-year onsite (APC ASP)2-year onsite (Numeric AMC)
India ASP coverageWidest across metros, tier-1, tier-2Strong metros, tier-1; thinner tier-3
Lead time (stock SKU)5-10 working days7-15 working days
Typical price bandPremium10-15% cheaper for comparable kVA

Which one for what

The clean decision guide for common Indian B2B scenarios. Pick the row that fits.

Modern virtualised server rack, 6-10 kVA

Pick APC SRT. Unity PF delivers more usable watts. PowerChute bundled saves the software tier.

Branch server room in a tier-3 city

APC SRT wins on ASP proximity. Verify nearest Numeric partner before signing if you go that way.

Metro office or SMB branch, cost is the constraint

Numeric HPE Plus holds up well and lands cheaper. Sirius Star will size Numeric right for your metro.

BFSI branch in metros, 1-3 kVA

Either works. If your estate is already Numeric, staying single-brand cuts RMA time.

Mixed estate refresh

Consolidate to whichever brand your city cluster’s ASP coverage is stronger for.

How Sirius Star sizes APC or Numeric

Free review first. Then a written quote in 24 working hours.

1

Site survey + sizing

Free 30-min call. We map load, refresh cycle, and current estate.

2

Both brands quoted

Written quote in 24 working hours. Itemised. GST broken out.

3

PO and dispatch from Vashi

Typical 10 working days for stock SKUs. Staggered rollout if multi-site.

4

Warranty and refresh wrap

One escalation path. Refresh calendar in writing. Buyback where offered.

“We looked at both and picked Numeric for our first four branches because the price was 12 percent lower. Sirius Star sized it right. When we hit tier-2 next year, we may split the estate. That’s fine.”

Anonymised IT Manager at a Mumbai BFSI firm. Sirius Star sized Numeric HPE Plus for 4 metro branches in 2026.

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APC vs Numeric in India FAQ

Common questions Indian buyers ask. Answers grounded in current sources.

Is APC or Numeric better for India?
Neither is universally better. APC wins on ASP proximity across tier-2 and tier-3 India, and on Unity PF for modern loads. Numeric wins on Indian OEM pricing and metro service. City and load decide.
Is Numeric an Indian brand?
Yes. Numeric Power Systems was founded in Chennai. It is now part of the Legrand Group but manufacturing and R&D continue in India.
Which UPS has better service in India?
APC has the wider ASP network especially in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. Numeric is strong in metros and tier-1. Verify your branch city.
Can Sirius Star supply both?
Yes. Sirius Star is an authorised APC partner and supplies Numeric through Indian distribution. We size the mix that fits your load and city.
What is the typical price gap?
Numeric is typically 10-15 percent cheaper for comparable kVA. That gap can close after ASP costs are factored in, especially for tier-2 estates.

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Sources referenced

  1. APC Smart-UPS Online SRT (Schneider Electric India)– schneider-electric.co.in
  2. Numeric Power Systems (Legrand)– legrand.co.in
  3. r/networking discussion: UPS brand comparison– reddit.com
  4. Uninterruptible power supply– en.wikipedia.org