Hoshizaki KM-81BAKvsPerlick URS15NI-1-1L
Side-by-side ice machine comparison
Hoshizaki KM-81BAK
Harvest Rate
76lb/day
Energy Use
5.60kWh/100 lb
Water Use
22gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-290
GWP 3 · Lower
Perlick URS15NI-1-1L
Harvest Rate
74lb/day
Energy Use
9.27kWh/100 lb
Water Use
12gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-290
GWP 3 · Lower
Key differences
Hoshizaki KM-81BAK is 40% more efficient at 5.60 kWh/100 lb versus 9.27 kWh/100 lb for the Perlick URS15NI-1-1L. The Hoshizaki KM-81BAK is larger at 76 lb/day versus 74 lb/day. Overall, the Perlick URS15NI-1-1L sits higher in the category, ranking above 86% of certified commercial ice machines.
Production
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Perlick |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Rate(lb/day) | 76 | 74 |
| Ice Type | Batch | Continuous |
| Equipment Type | Self Contained Unit | Self Contained Unit |
| Ice Hardness Factor | 100 | 87.40 |
Efficiency
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Perlick |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Use(kWh/100 lb) | 5.60 | 9.27 |
| Potable Water Use(gal/100 lb) | 22 | 12 |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Perlick |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-290 | R-290 |
| GWP Rating | R-290 (GWP:3 | Lower GWP) | R-290 (GWP:3 | Lower GWP) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Perlick |
|---|---|---|
| Connected | No | No |