Perlick vs. Micro Matic Pro-Line vs. UBC ChillPro: Glycol Chiller Brands Compared

Howdy Brewer stocks commercial glycol chillers from four main brands. They all do the same job; the right one depends on your run length, budget, and install. Here is how they compare.

Micro Matic Pro-Line

The deepest, most flexible line: 1,700 to 11,500 BTU across the MMPP4300 to MMPP4307 models, available in air-cooled, water-cooled, and remote configurations with 1 to 4 pumps. It is the safe spec for almost any commercial run, from a single bar to a multi-tower stadium concourse. Shop Pro-Line power packs.

Perlick 4400 Quick Chill

A rugged, self-contained line favored by bars and breweries, from 1/3 HP up to 1.5 HP and 1 to 3 pumps on standard 120V power. Known for durability and simple installs. Shop Perlick glycol chillers.

UBC ChillPro

UBC is one of the largest draft chiller makers in the world, and the ChillPro line hits a strong price-to-BTU point, from the compact 1,150 BTU ChillPro 1150 up to the 7,500 BTU ChillPro 7500. A solid value choice for straightforward air-cooled installs.

BVL

BVL rounds out the compact, budget end with single- and multi-pump self-contained units for smaller bars and single-tower setups.

How to choose

Start with run length and tap count (see our sizing guide), decide on air, water, or remote cooling, then pick the brand that fits your budget and install. Browse all commercial glycol chillers and power packs or talk to a specialist.