Whynter UIM-502SS
#7 in 15 in wideFull review
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 $1,099.99$1,099.99
The Whynter UIM-502SS and the Viking Professional FPNI515 Nugget are evenly matched, rated 3.7 and 3.6. The Whynter UIM-502SS leads on value. The Viking Professional FPNI515 Nugget wins on warranty and drain. The Whynter UIM-502SS costs $5,299.01 less ($1,099.99 vs $6,399).
Viking Professional FPNI515 Nugget
#8 in 15 in wideFull review
For a big household or outdoor bar that goes through a lot of nugget ice and has no floor drain. Budget for the door panel.
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Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Whynter UIM-502SS for value ($13.75 per lb a day ($1,099.99, 80 lb a day) vs $79.99 per lb a day ($6,399, 80 lb a day)).
- Choose the Viking Professional FPNI515 Nugget for warranty (2 years on the unit, 6 years on the sealed system vs 1 year on the unit) and drain (drain pump included vs gravity drain only, needs a floor drain).
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 | Whynter UIM-502SS | Viking Professional FPNI515 Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $13.75 per lb a day ($1,099.99, 80 lb a day) | 22 $79.99 per lb a day ($6,399, 80 lb a day) |
| Output 15% | 100 80 lb of ice a day | 100 80 lb of ice a day |
| Energy use 10% | 68 10.5 kWh per 100 lb of ice | 50 energy use not published (neutral score used) |
| Storage 10% | 75 25 lb of storage | 80 26 lb of storage |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1 year on the unit | 67 2 years on the unit, 6 years on the sealed system |
| Drain 10% | 30 gravity drain only, needs a floor drain | 100 drain pump included |
Specifications
| Whynter UIM-502SS | Viking Professional FPNI515 Nugget | |
|---|---|---|
| Ice | ||
| Ice type | Clear | Nugget |
| Ice a day | 80 lb | 80 lb |
| Bin storage | 25 lb | 26 lb |
| Energy use | 10.5 kWh per 100 lb | - |
| Water filter | Yes | - |
| Install | ||
| Width | 14.6 in | 14.9 in |
| Height | 32.8 in | 33.9 in |
| Depth | 23.6 in | 22 in |
| Drain | Gravity only | Pump included |
| Outdoor rated | No | Yes |
| Panel ready | No | Yes |
| App or remote monitoring | No | - |
| Warranty | ||
| Unit warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
| Sealed system warranty | 1 year | 6 years |