The Elite Kitchen Supply KW-25R32CSO is the better walk-in cooler overall, rated 3.7 to 2.7. The Elite Kitchen Supply KW-25R32CSO leads on completeness. The CoolBot Walk-In Cooler Controller costs $1,083 less ($349 vs $1,432).
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A purpose-built window-style cooler unit for a DIY walk-in, with the controls built in. It suits a large insulated room where a CoolBot and a household air conditioner would fall short.
Amazon $1,432The standard way to build a farm or hunting walk-in on a budget: an insulated room, a window air conditioner and this controller. Get the Pro if you want phone alerts.
Amazon $349Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every cooling units walk-in cooler; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Elite Kitchen Supply KW-25R32CSO | CoolBot Walk-In Cooler Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 93 $57.28 per 1,000 BTU/hr ($1,432, 25,000 BTU/hr) | 50 cooling capacity not published ($349) (neutral score used) |
| Cooling 25% | 90 25,000 BTU/hr | 50 capacity set by the air conditioner it controls (neutral score used) |
| Insulation / range 20% | 14 rated down to 33 F | 12 rated down to 34 F |
| Completeness 10% | 100 ready to run once wired or plugged in | 50 needs a separate air conditioner |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 1-year warranty |
| Elite Kitchen Supply KW-25R32CSO | CoolBot Walk-In Cooler Controller | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigeration | ||
| Refrigeration included | Yes | No |
| System | Window unit | Controller for an air conditioner |
| System model | KW-25R32CSO | - |
| Rated capacity | 25,000 BTU/hr | - |
| Box temperature | 33 to 41 F | Down to 34 F |
| Compressor | 2.5 hp | - |
| Electrical | 208-230 V | - |
| Installation | Ready to run once wired | Needs a separate air conditioner |
| Wi-Fi monitoring | - | No |
| Warranty and build | ||
| Parts warranty | - | 1 year |
