Beverage-Air SPE48HC-12C vs True TSSU-48-12-HC

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The True TSSU-48-12-HC is the better commercial refrigerator overall, rated 3.9 to 3.5. The True TSSU-48-12-HC costs $234.19 less ($4,468.94 vs $4,703.13).

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Beverage-Air SPE48HC-12C vs True TSSU-48-12-HC

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 weightTrue TSSU-48-12-HCBeverage-Air SPE48HC-12C
Overall rating3.9/53.5/5
Value 35%50 capacity not published (neutral score used)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 tables75 sanitation listed, ENERGY STAR does not certify prep tables
Warranty 25%100 7-year parts and labor, 7-year compressor100 7-year parts and labor, 7-year compressor

Specifications

True TSSU-48-12-HCBeverage-Air SPE48HC-12C
Storage
Capacity-13 cu ft
Capacity source-Maker's figure
Maker's stated capacity-13 cu ft
Doors2 solid doors2 solid doors
Shelves44
Pans (1/6 size)1212
Cutting board depth11.8 in17 in
Size (W × D × H)48.4 × 30.1 × 36.8 in48 × 38.4 × 45.2 in
CastersYes, 5 inYes, 6 in
Refrigeration
Temperature range33 to 41°F36 to 38°F
RefrigerantR290R290
Compressor1/3 HP1/6 HP
Compressor locationRearRear
Electrical115/60/1115/60/1
Current5.8 A2 A
Certifications and warranty
Sanitation listingNSF-7 (Open)UL EPH (sanitation) listed
ENERGY STARNoNo
Parts warranty7 years7 years
Labor warranty7 years7 years
Compressor warranty7 years7 years

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