Elite Kitchen Supply HGZ300 vs Norlake Kold Locker KLB7766-C

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Norlake Kold Locker KLB7766-C rates 3.7 among walk-in coolers walk-in coolers; the Elite Kitchen Supply HGZ300 rates 3.0 among cooling units ones. The Elite Kitchen Supply HGZ300 costs $5,066.08 less ($4,494 vs $9,560.08).

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Elite Kitchen Supply HGZ300 vs Norlake Kold Locker KLB7766-C

Scores side by side

These two sit in different type classes (walk-in coolers and cooling units), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightNorlake Kold Locker KLB7766-CElite Kitchen Supply HGZ300
Overall rating3.7/53.0/5
Value 30%39 $265.56 per sq ft of floor ($9,560.08, 36 sq ft)35 $192.28 per 1,000 BTU/hr ($4,494, 23,372 BTU/hr)
Cooling 25%92 113.9 BTU/hr per sq ft (4,100 BTU/hr for 36 sq ft)86 23,372 BTU/hr
Insulation / range 20%42 R-25 walls and ceiling50 temperature range not published (neutral score used)
Completeness 10%100 refrigeration included, insulated floor0 needs a technician to evacuate and charge
Warranty 15%56 15-year panels, 1.5-year parts0 warranty not published, scored as none

Specifications

Norlake Kold Locker KLB7766-CElite Kitchen Supply HGZ300
Box
Outside size6 x 6 ft-
Height7 ft 7 in-
Floor area36 sq ft-
Interior volume196 cu ft-
Indoor or outdoorIndoor-
Insulated floorYes-
Door opening26 x 78 in-
Insulation
Panel thickness4 in-
FoamPolyurethane (hfo, foamed in place)-
Walls and ceilingR-25-
Refrigeration
Refrigeration includedYesYes
SystemTop-mount self-containedSplit condensing unit and evaporator
System modelCPB050PC-S-0HGZ300
Rated capacity4,100 BTU/hr23,372 BTU/hr (6,850 W)
Box temperature37 F-
Compressor-3 hp
RefrigerantR-290-
Electrical115/60/1220/60/1
InstallationReady to run once wiredTechnician evacuates and charges
Warranty and build
Panel warranty15 years-
Parts warranty1.5 years-
Compressor warranty1.5 years-
Weight-173.5 lb

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