EdgeStar IB450SSP vs Perlick HP15CI Clear Ice

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The EdgeStar IB450SSP is the better undercounter ice maker overall, rated 3.2 to 2.9. The EdgeStar IB450SSP leads on value and storage. The Perlick HP15CI Clear Ice wins on warranty. The EdgeStar IB450SSP costs $4,021 less ($1,489 vs $5,510).

EdgeStar IB450SSP vs Perlick HP15CI Clear Ice

Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 15 in wide undercounter ice maker; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightEdgeStar IB450SSPPerlick HP15CI Clear Ice
Overall rating3.2/52.9/5
Value 30%68 $29.78 per lb a day ($1,489, 50 lb a day)9 $108.04 per lb a day ($5,510, 51 lb a day)
Output 15%45 50 lb of ice a day47 51 lb of ice a day
Energy use 10%50 energy use not published (neutral score used)50 energy use not published (neutral score used)
Storage 10%75 25 lb of storage60 22 lb of storage
Warranty 25%0 1 year on the unit33 2 years on the unit
Drain 10%100 drain pump included100 drain pump included

Specifications

EdgeStar IB450SSPPerlick HP15CI Clear Ice
Ice
Ice typeClearClear
Ice a day50 lb51 lb
Bin storage25 lb22 lb
Install
Width14.6 in14.9 in
Height32.9 in33.5 in
Depth23.4 in22.6 in
DrainPump includedPump included
Outdoor ratedNoYes
Panel readyNoNo
App or remote monitoringNo-
Warranty
Unit warranty1 year2 years
Sealed system warranty1 year-

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