700–1500 VA · 120VAC · Line-Interactive Tower UPS Comparison
S71-700 vs Eaton Tripp Lite OMNI700LCDT
The S71-700 and Eaton Tripp Lite OMNI700LCDT are 700 VA line-interactive UPS systems for desktop, network, and retail protection. The S71-700 differentiates with higher usable wattage, faster transfer and recharge, and full battery-backed outlets.
Xtreme Power
S71-700
vs
Eaton Tripp Lite
OMNI700LCDT
Where the S71-700 leads
What the S71-700 brings
- Higher usable wattage (420 W vs 350 W)
- Faster typical transfer time (4 ms vs 6–10 ms)
- Faster recharge (4–6 h vs 8 h)
- All outlets battery-backed
Side-by-side
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | Xtreme Power S71-700 | Eaton Tripp Lite OMNI700LCDT | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 700 VA / 420 W | 700 VA / 350 W | S71 – higher usable watts |
| Topology | Line-interactive with AVR | Line-interactive with AVR | Equivalent |
| Output waveform (battery) | Simulated sine | Simulated sine | Equivalent |
| Transfer time (typical) | 4 ms | 6–10 ms typical | S71 – faster transfer |
| Receptacles | (4) all battery-backed | (6) total (battery + surge mix) | Tripp Lite – more total outlets |
| Recharge | 4–6 h to 90% | 8 h typical | S71 – faster recharge |
| Battery type | VRLA | VRLA | Equivalent |
| Display | LCD | LCD | Equivalent |
| Communications | USB HID | USB | Equivalent |
| TAA compliance | Yes | Yes (select SKUs) | Both TAA-compliant |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Equal |
Specifications from Xtreme Power’s S71-700 vs Tripp Lite OMNI700LCDT comparison; confirm against current vendor documentation. Tripp Lite is an Eaton brand.
Where each fits
Choosing between them
A close match – both TAA-capable 700 VA line-interactive units. The S71-700 leads on usable wattage, transfer, and recharge; the Tripp Lite offers more total outlets.
Choose the S71-700 if you need
- Higher usable wattage (420 W)
- Faster transfer and recharge
- All outlets battery-backed
- TAA compliance
The OMNI700LCDT may fit if you need
- More total outlets (6, battery + surge mix)
- An existing Tripp Lite / Eaton standard
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