A budget 15 in cube ice maker for a garage bar or basement with a floor drain, where price matters more than a flush fit or warranty.
Amazon $714.99The VEVOR HBZB-36F 80 lb is the better undercounter ice maker overall, rated 4.1 to 3.7. The VEVOR HBZB-36F 80 lb costs $385 less ($714.99 vs $1,099.99).
A 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.
Scores side by side
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 | VEVOR HBZB-36F 80 lb | Whynter UIM-502SS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $8.94 per lb a day ($714.99, 80 lb a day) | 100 $13.75 per lb a day ($1,099.99, 80 lb a day) |
| Output 15% | 100 80 lb of ice a day | 100 80 lb of ice a day |
| Energy use 10% | 50 energy use not published (neutral score used) | 68 10.5 kWh per 100 lb of ice |
| Storage 10% | 80 26 lb of storage | 75 25 lb of storage |
| Warranty 25% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 0 1 year on the unit |
| Drain 10% | 30 gravity drain only, needs a floor drain | 30 gravity drain only, needs a floor drain |
Specifications
| VEVOR HBZB-36F 80 lb | Whynter UIM-502SS | |
|---|---|---|
| Ice | ||
| Ice type | Cube | Clear |
| Ice a day | 80 lb | 80 lb |
| Bin storage | 26 lb | 25 lb |
| Energy use | - | 10.5 kWh per 100 lb |
| Water filter | - | Yes |
| Install | ||
| Width | 15 in | 14.6 in |
| Height | 33.7 in | 32.8 in |
| Depth | 19.1 in | 23.6 in |
| Drain | Gravity only | Gravity only |
| Outdoor rated | No | No |
| Panel ready | No | No |
| App or remote monitoring | No | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Unit warranty | - | 1 year |
| Sealed system warranty | - | 1 year |
