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Connectivity

Keep your Wi-Fi on during load-shedding

When the power goes, most homes lose Wi-Fi even if the fibre line itself is still up, because the router and the fibre box (ONU) both need mains power. A small mini UPS bridges that gap.

How much power does a router use?

LookSee lists a router and modem at 2–20 W1. Amatron's listing says the average router pulls between 5 and 12 watts2.

Three mini UPS options

What to check

Runtimes are seller claims, not our tests. Your router's real draw decides the hours.

Sources

Checked 2026-10-29 unless a row says otherwise. Prices and terms change often; confirm on the seller's page.

  1. LookSee: Electricity usage of appliances
  2. Amatron: Gizzu 30W Mini DC 38Wh UPS
  3. Gizzu: SURF Simple 18W 55Wh LiFePO4 Mini DC UPS
  4. Gizzu: 60W 69Wh Mini PoE DC UPS LiFePO4
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