Hoshizaki VSR48A-12
#5 in Prep tablesFull review
A 12-pan prep table with a stronger warranty than most mid-priced tables and a big service network behind it.
Amazon $2,400$2,400
The Hoshizaki VSR48A-12 rates 3.5 among prep tables commercial refrigerators; the Migali C-BB48G-HC rates 3.0 among back-bar coolers ones. The Migali C-BB48G-HC costs $390 less ($2,010 vs $2,400).
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Migali C-BB48G-HC
A compact 48 in back bar that fits under most counters, for bars that need a short run at a low price.
Amazon $2,010$2,010
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (prep tables and back-bar coolers), 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 weight | Hoshizaki VSR48A-12 | Migali C-BB48G-HC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 57 5 cu ft per $1,000 (12.1 cu ft, $2,400) | 44 6.5 cu ft per $1,000 (13 cu ft, $2,010) |
| Efficiency 20% | 42 2.16 kWh a day, 0.179 kWh per cu ft | 36 1.9 kWh a day, 0.146 kWh per cu ft |
| Certifications 20% | 75 sanitation listed, ENERGY STAR does not certify prep tables | 50 sanitation listed, not ENERGY STAR certified |
| Warranty 25% | 57 4-year parts, 3-year labor, 5-year compressor | 47 2-year parts and labor, 5-year compressor |
Specifications
| Hoshizaki VSR48A-12 | Migali C-BB48G-HC | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Capacity | 12.1 cu ft | 13 cu ft |
| Capacity source | Maker's figure | Maker's figure |
| Maker's stated capacity | 12.1 cu ft | 13 cu ft |
| Doors | 2 solid doors | 2 glass doors |
| Shelves | 2 | 4 |
| Pans (1/6 size) | 12 | - |
| Size (W × D × H) | 47.8 × 30.1 × 40.7 in | 48.8 × 24.5 × 35.7 in |
| Casters | Yes, 4 in | Optional |
| Refrigeration | ||
| Temperature range | 32.5 to 36.5°F | 33 to 38°F |
| Refrigerant | R290 | R290 |
| Compressor | 1/6 HP | 1/5 HP |
| Compressor location | - | Side |
| Electrical | 115/60/1 | 115/60/1 |
| Current | 3.3 A | 2.8 A |
| Energy use | 2.16 kWh/day | 1.9 kWh/day |
| Certifications and warranty | ||
| Sanitation listing | NSF/ANSI 7 (UL EPH listed) | ETL Sanitation (NSF/ANSI 7) |
| ENERGY STAR | No | No |
| Parts warranty | 4 years | 2 years |
| Labor warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Compressor warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2025-05-15 | - |