Elite Kitchen Supply EKS-CSP48
#2 in Prep tablesFull review
A budget 48 in prep table with a better compressor warranty than its price suggests.
Amazon $1,295$1,295
The Elite Kitchen Supply EKS-CSP48 is the better commercial refrigerator overall, rated 4.0 to 3.5. The Elite Kitchen Supply EKS-CSP48 leads on value. The Beverage-Air SPE48HC-12C wins on warranty. The Elite Kitchen Supply EKS-CSP48 costs $3,408.13 less ($1,295 vs $4,703.13).
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Beverage-Air SPE48HC-12C
#6 in Prep tablesFull review
A premium 12-pan table with a deep work surface and seven years of cover, for high-volume sandwich lines.
Amazon $4,703.13$4,703.13
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Elite Kitchen Supply EKS-CSP48 for value (8.9 cu ft per $1,000 (11.5 cu ft, $1,295) vs 2.8 cu ft per $1,000 (13 cu ft, $4,703.13)).
- Choose the Beverage-Air SPE48HC-12C for warranty (7-year parts and labor, 7-year compressor vs 3-year parts, 1-year labor, 6-year compressor).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every prep tables commercial refrigerator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Elite Kitchen Supply EKS-CSP48 | Beverage-Air SPE48HC-12C |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 92 8.9 cu ft per $1,000 (11.5 cu ft, $1,295) | 20 2.8 cu ft per $1,000 (13 cu ft, $4,703.13) |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 daily energy use not published (neutral score used) | 50 daily energy use not published (neutral score used) |
| Certifications 20% | 75 sanitation listed, ENERGY STAR does not certify prep tables | 75 sanitation listed, ENERGY STAR does not certify prep tables |
| Warranty 25% | 57 3-year parts, 1-year labor, 6-year compressor | 100 7-year parts and labor, 7-year compressor |
Specifications
| Elite Kitchen Supply EKS-CSP48 | Beverage-Air SPE48HC-12C | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Capacity | 11.5 cu ft | 13 cu ft |
| Capacity source | Maker's figure | Maker's figure |
| Maker's stated capacity | 11.5 cu ft | 13 cu ft |
| Doors | - | 2 solid doors |
| Shelves | - | 4 |
| Pans (1/6 size) | 12 | 12 |
| Cutting board depth | - | 17 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | - | 48 × 38.4 × 45.2 in |
| Casters | Yes | Yes, 6 in |
| Refrigeration | ||
| Temperature range | 33 to 41°F | 36 to 38°F |
| Refrigerant | R290 | R290 |
| Compressor | - | 1/6 HP |
| Compressor location | - | Rear |
| Electrical | - | 115/60/1 |
| Current | - | 2 A |
| Certifications and warranty | ||
| Sanitation listing | ETL Sanitation | UL EPH (sanitation) listed |
| ENERGY STAR | No | No |
| Parts warranty | 3 years | 7 years |
| Labor warranty | 1 year | 7 years |
| Compressor warranty | 6 years | 7 years |