By Conner Patten, Customer Outreach, reviewed by Jason Weir, Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, CFSP

How much does a mortuary cooler cost when last January's overflow has you adding positions? On Hilton's product pages on Nov. 2, 2026, MOBI mortuary coolers listed from $7,749 for a 2-body roll-in to $21,195 for a 12-body upright. Freight, electrical work, options and accessories add to that base price.

Quick Answer

A new MOBI mortuary cooler costs $7,749 to $21,195 at Hilton's listed prices on Nov. 2, 2026. Two-body roll-in coolers list at $7,749 to $8,245. Three- and four-body uprights list at $8,875 to $9,349. Six- and twelve-body units list at $17,099 to $21,195. Freight is quoted separately for each order.

How Much Does a Mortuary Cooler Cost?

A mortuary cooler costs more as positions, door width and refrigeration complexity rise. The table shows each MOBI cooler's listed price on its Hilton product page on Nov. 2, 2026. The listed price covers the cooler in its standard configuration. Options, freight, accessories and site work are extra and are covered below.

Prices change. The Hilton product page shows the current listed price for each model.

What Does a 2-Body vs. 6-Body Cooler Cost?

A 2-body roll-in lists at $7,749 and a 6-body two-door lists at $17,099. Per position, the larger unit costs less. By Hilton's arithmetic, the 2-body runs about $3,875 per position and the 6-body about $2,850. The 12-body upright drops to about $1,766 per position.

Position count comes from the busiest week, not the budget. A cooler sized to the budget runs out of positions in the weeks families most need time. Size from the most decedents in your care on one day of your busiest recent week. Then add a buffer for delayed authorizations and out-of-town families.

What Adds to the Price of a Mortuary Cooler?

Freight, electrical work, options and handling equipment add the most to a mortuary cooler's listed price. Hilton quotes freight per order by weight and destination. Options on Hilton's MOBI listings add $185 to $2,650 each. Trays, roller racks and boards are priced separately from the cooler.

A 4-body upright with every priced option adds $2,945, for $12,294 before freight. Choose options for the room the cooler will sit in, not for a showroom spec.

What Does a Mortuary Cooler Cost to Own?

Ownership cost comes from refrigeration service, repairs outside warranty and the room the cooler sits in. Hilton's MOBI listings carry 15 years on panels and doors, 5 years on mechanical parts and 2 years on parts and labor. Budget for professional refrigeration service at least twice a year.

• Service visits: Heatcraft's commercial refrigeration maintenance guidance calls for unit-cooler service every six months and condenser coil cleaning twice a year. That guidance is general commercial refrigeration practice, not MOBI-specific.
• Hot rooms: MOBI Medical's product page requires an upgraded compressor where ambient temperature can exceed 90°F. Budget the upgrade from the start if the cooler will sit in a garage or unconditioned bay.
• Monitoring: A digital temperature controller ($185 on four of the six models) makes daily logging faster.
• Upkeep: Daily temperature checks, monthly gasket and drain inspection and annual coil cleaning keep repair bills down.

Is a Used Mortuary Cooler Worth It?

A used mortuary cooler costs less up front but arrives with unknown compressor hours, gasket wear and panel condition. A new MOBI cooler from Hilton is listed with the 15/5/2-year warranty. A used unit's warranty status depends on the seller and the original manufacturer's terms.

Before buying any used cooler, check these points:

• Have a licensed refrigeration technician test the compressor, refrigerant charge and controls.
• Inspect panels for cracks, soft spots and odor that cleaning does not remove.
• Check door gaskets for tears and a tight seal on every door.
• Read the compressor nameplate voltage against the building's service.
• Measure door clearance against your widest tray or cot.
• Ask for service records and the unit's age in writing.

What Does a Walk-In Morgue Cooler Cost?

Hilton prices MOBI walk-in mortuary coolers by quote because each one is built to size. Call Hilton at 800-433-8878 for walk-in pricing. Hilton's walk-in listing offers 36- to 60-inch doors, split or top-mount refrigeration, an insulated floor and ramp, roller racks and LED lighting as options.

Hilton's walk-in listing describes 4-inch insulated panels rated R-32 and digital temperature controls. Walk-ins also need floor space, a refrigeration line set and site preparation. Those site costs come from local contractors, not from Hilton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is shipping included in the listed price?

No, shipping is not included in a MOBI cooler's listed price. Hilton's product pages state that shipping is quoted individually by weight and destination. Hilton confirms the shipping cost before processing the order. The cooler ships directly to the funeral home. Ask for the freight quote when you request pricing.

Do I need a forklift to receive a mortuary cooler?

Yes, for most upright and multi-door MOBI coolers. Hilton's listings state the extra-wide 3-body, 4-body, 6-body and 12-body need a forklift that Hilton and the carrier do not provide. The extra-wide 3-body and 4-body can ship to the nearest LTL terminal for pickup instead. The 2-body roll-ins ship with a liftgate.

What is the least expensive mortuary cooler Hilton sells?

The MOBI 2 Body Roll-In Style Mortuary Cooler is the least expensive, listed at $7,749.00 on Nov. 2, 2026. It holds two decedents at cot level. It runs on a standard 110V outlet, per Hilton's listing. Add $1,850 for the upgraded compressor if the cooler will sit where temperatures exceed 90°F.

Does the upgraded compressor change the electrical work?

Yes, the upgraded compressor changes the electrical work. Hilton's listings state the upgraded 6,620 BTU compressor requires a 230V outlet. The standard configurations of the 2-body, extra-wide 2-body, extra-wide 3-body and 4-body run on standard 110V. Have an electrician quote the 230V circuit before you order the upgrade.

Is a digital temperature controller worth $185?

Yes, for most funeral homes. A clear digital reading makes twice-daily temperature logs faster and more accurate. Hilton lists the controller as a $185 option on the extra-wide 3-body, 4-body, 6-body and 12-body.

Compare loading styles in Hilton's mortuary cooler buying guide, confirm your state board's refrigeration rules before you order, or browse the MOBI mortuary cooler category.