The True Residential TUI-15 Clear Ice is the better undercounter ice maker overall, rated 4.1 to 3.7. The True Residential TUI-15 Clear Ice leads on warranty, drain and energy use. The Whynter UIM-502SS wins on value and output. The Whynter UIM-502SS costs $4,619.01 less ($1,099.99 vs $5,719).
For a busy bar or outdoor kitchen that wants plenty of clear ice from a 15 in slot and a long warranty. It costs more up front but less per pound of ice than the Sub-Zero, Perlick or Viking clear machines.
Abt $5,719A low cost 15 in clear ice maker with high rated output and an included filter, for a home bar with a floor drain.
Amazon $1,099.99Prices 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.
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 weight | True Residential TUI-15 Clear Ice | Whynter UIM-502SS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 25 $76.25 per lb a day ($5,719, 75 lb a day) | 100 $13.75 per lb a day ($1,099.99, 80 lb a day) |
| Output 15% | 91 75 lb of ice a day | 100 80 lb of ice a day |
| Energy use 10% | 100 7 kWh per 100 lb of ice | 68 10.5 kWh per 100 lb of ice |
| Storage 10% | 90 28 lb of storage | 75 25 lb of storage |
| Warranty 25% | 92 3 years on the unit, 6 years on the sealed system | 0 1 year on the unit |
| Drain 10% | 100 drain pump included | 30 gravity drain only, needs a floor drain |
| True Residential TUI-15 Clear Ice | Whynter UIM-502SS | |
|---|---|---|
| Ice | ||
| Ice type | Clear | Clear |
| Ice a day | 75 lb | 80 lb |
| Bin storage | 28 lb | 25 lb |
| Energy use | 7 kWh per 100 lb | 10.5 kWh per 100 lb |
| Water filter | Yes | Yes |
| Install | ||
| Width | 14.9 in | 14.6 in |
| Height | 34.2 in | 32.8 in |
| Depth | 23.9 in | 23.6 in |
| Drain | Pump included | Gravity only |
| Outdoor rated | Yes | No |
| Panel ready | No | No |
| App or remote monitoring | - | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Unit warranty | 3 years | 1 year |
| Sealed system warranty | 6 years | 1 year |
