Migali C-1R-HC
A low-cost, efficient one-door reach-in for small kitchens and food trucks on a tight budget.
Amazon $2,021$2,021
The Migali C-1R-HC is the better commercial refrigerator overall, rated 3.9 to 3.8. The Migali C-1R-HC leads on value. The True T-23-HC wins on warranty. The Migali C-1R-HC costs $1,996.45 less ($2,021 vs $4,017.45).
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True T-23-HC
A one-door reach-in for kitchens that want the longest warranty and low running costs, and can pay for them.
Amazon $4,017.45$4,017.45
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Migali C-1R-HC for value (10.6 cu ft per $1,000 (21.4 cu ft (ENERGY STAR volume), $2,021) vs 5 cu ft per $1,000 (20.3 cu ft (ENERGY STAR volume), $4,017.45)).
- Choose the True T-23-HC for warranty (7-year parts and labor, 7-year compressor vs 2-year parts and labor, 5-year compressor).
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 weight | Migali C-1R-HC | True T-23-HC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 70 10.6 cu ft per $1,000 (21.4 cu ft (ENERGY STAR volume), $2,021) | 17 5 cu ft per $1,000 (20.3 cu ft (ENERGY STAR volume), $4,017.45) |
| Efficiency 20% | 68 1.27 kWh a day, 0.059 kWh per cu ft | 68 1.2 kWh a day, 0.059 kWh per cu ft |
| Certifications 20% | 100 sanitation listed, ENERGY STAR certified | 100 sanitation listed, ENERGY STAR certified |
| Warranty 25% | 47 2-year parts and labor, 5-year compressor | 100 7-year parts and labor, 7-year compressor |
Specifications
| Migali C-1R-HC | True T-23-HC | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Capacity | 21.4 cu ft | 20.3 cu ft |
| Capacity source | ENERGY STAR certified volume | ENERGY STAR certified volume |
| Maker's stated capacity | 21.4 cu ft | - |
| Doors | 1 solid door | 1 solid door |
| Shelves | 3 | 3 |
| Size (W × D × H) | 28.8 × 31.5 × 81.2 in | 27 × 29.5 × 78.4 in |
| Casters | Yes, 4 in | Yes, 4 in |
| Refrigeration | ||
| Temperature range | 33 to 41°F | 33 to 38°F |
| Refrigerant | R290 | R290 |
| Compressor | 1/7 HP | 1/4 HP |
| Compressor location | Top | Bottom |
| Electrical | 115/60/1 | 115/60/1 |
| Current | 2.1 A | 2.2 A |
| Energy use | 1.27 kWh/day | 1.2 kWh/day |
| Certifications and warranty | ||
| Sanitation listing | ETL Sanitation (NSF/ANSI 7) | NSF-7 |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | Yes |
| Parts warranty | 2 years | 7 years |
| Labor warranty | 2 years | 7 years |
| Compressor warranty | 5 years | 7 years |
| Released | - | 2015-08-10 |