They will work, but they are not the best for vertical ice. These are more of a general mountaineering boot: they do everything well but aren't the best at anything. The sole has a thinner TPU plate (more flex) and the collar is lower than it would be on an ice-specific boot--but it makes it more forgiving on the approach and more comfortable for glacier walking. If you are running up short stretches of ice, no problem, but you might want a stiffer, more supportive boot for long, vertical ice days. The Sportiva Trango Extreme Evo Light GTX would be my go-to boot there. Otherwise the Mountain Experts are a super all-mountain package.

I tried these boots for a little while. They were comfortable, although the fit wasn't perfect for my feet. The sole is very rigid and they are descent for waterfall ice. I did switch to the La Sportiva Nepal Evo's and was much more happy. Sportiva actually designed them for all mountaineering but specifically for ice climbing. Either way you'll be okay. They're both great boots!Hope that helps.