KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL vs Metro C5 1 Series C519-CFC-U

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Metro C5 1 Series C519-CFC-U is the better commercial food warmer overall, rated 4.1 to 3.0. The KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL costs $484.52 less ($2,541.48 vs $3,026).

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KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL vs Metro C5 1 Series C519-CFC-U

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every holding & proofing cabinets commercial food warmer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightMetro C5 1 Series C519-CFC-UKoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL
Overall rating4.1/53.0/5
Value 25%56 $81.78 per sheet pan ($3,026, 37 sheet pans)0 capacity not published, so price per unit is scored as the lowest
Capacity 15%100 37 sheet pans0 capacity not published, scored as the smallest
Features 25%80 proof mode with humidity control, clear door, thermometer or temperature display, adjustable universal slides, casters75 proof mode with humidity control, insulated cabinet, clear door, casters
NSF & UL listing 25%100 NSF and UL listed100 NSF and UL listed
Warranty 10%0 warranty not published, scored as none0 warranty not published, scored as none

Specifications

Metro C5 1 Series C519-CFC-UKoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL
Capacity
TypeHolding cabinetHolding cabinet
Sheet pans (18×26)37-
Slide pairs included18-
Heat
Power2,000 W-
Voltage120 V-
Current16 A-
PlugNEMA 5-20P-
Temperature range80 to 190 °F85 to 115 °F
Humidity95 % RH max100 % RH max
Proof modeYesYes
Features
InsulatedNoYes
ThermometerYes-
Clear doorYesYes
Universal slidesYes-
CastersYesYes
Build
Sanitation listingNSFNSF
Electrical listingULUL
Dimensions (W × D × H)25.1 × 30.2 × 69.8 in23.1 × 33.4 × 67.5 in
Weight211 lb181 lb

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