Hoshizaki VR1A-FS vs Migali C-1R-HC

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Migali C-1R-HC is the better commercial refrigerator overall, rated 3.9 to 3.9. The Migali C-1R-HC leads on value. The Hoshizaki VR1A-FS wins on warranty. The Migali C-1R-HC costs $87 less ($2,021 vs $2,108).

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Hoshizaki VR1A-FS vs Migali C-1R-HC

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every reach-in refrigerators commercial refrigerator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightMigali C-1R-HCHoshizaki VR1A-FS
Overall rating3.9/53.9/5
Value 35%70 10.6 cu ft per $1,000 (21.4 cu ft (ENERGY STAR volume), $2,021)59 9 cu ft per $1,000 (19.1 cu ft (ENERGY STAR volume), $2,108)
Efficiency 20%68 1.27 kWh a day, 0.059 kWh per cu ft64 1.18 kWh a day, 0.062 kWh per cu ft
Certifications 20%100 sanitation listed, ENERGY STAR certified100 sanitation listed, ENERGY STAR certified
Warranty 25%47 2-year parts and labor, 5-year compressor57 4-year parts, 3-year labor, 5-year compressor

Specifications

Migali C-1R-HCHoshizaki VR1A-FS
Storage
Capacity21.4 cu ft19.1 cu ft
Capacity sourceENERGY STAR certified volumeENERGY STAR certified volume
Maker's stated capacity21.4 cu ft19.1 cu ft
Doors1 solid door1 solid door
Shelves33
Size (W × D × H)28.8 × 31.5 × 81.2 in26.9 × 32 × 81.7 in
CastersYes, 4 inYes, 4 in
Refrigeration
Temperature range33 to 41°F36 to 42°F
RefrigerantR290R290
Compressor1/7 HP1/5 HP
Compressor locationTopBottom
Electrical115/60/1115/60/1
Current2.1 A2.1 A
Energy use1.27 kWh/day1.18 kWh/day
Certifications and warranty
Sanitation listingETL Sanitation (NSF/ANSI 7)NSF/ANSI 7 (UL EPH listed)
ENERGY STARYesYes
Parts warranty2 years4 years
Labor warranty2 years3 years
Compressor warranty5 years5 years
Released-2025-05-15

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