Metro C5 3 Series C539-CDC-U
An insulated full-height Metro cabinet with Dutch doors for busy kitchens that open the cabinet all through service. It holds and proofs and is UL and NSF listed.
Amazon $4,117$4,117
The Metro C5 3 Series C539-CDC-U is the better commercial food warmer overall, rated 4.1 to 3.0. The Metro C5 3 Series C539-CDC-U leads on features. The KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL costs $1,575.52 less ($2,541.48 vs $4,117).
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KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL
An insulated, UL and NSF listed holding and proofing cabinet with a glass door. KoolMore publishes few specs for it.
Amazon $2,541.48$2,541.48
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Metro C5 3 Series C539-CDC-U for features (proof mode with humidity control, insulated cabinet, clear door, thermometer or temperature display, adjustable universal slides, casters vs proof mode with humidity control, insulated cabinet, clear door, casters).
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 weight | Metro C5 3 Series C539-CDC-U | KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 33 $117.63 per sheet pan ($4,117, 35 sheet pans) | 0 capacity not published, so price per unit is scored as the lowest |
| Capacity 15% | 98 35 sheet pans | 0 capacity not published, scored as the smallest |
| Features 25% | 100 proof mode with humidity control, insulated cabinet, clear door, thermometer or temperature display, adjustable universal slides, casters | 75 proof mode with humidity control, insulated cabinet, clear door, casters |
| NSF & UL listing 25% | 100 NSF and UL listed | 100 NSF and UL listed |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Metro C5 3 Series C539-CDC-U | KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Holding cabinet | Holding cabinet |
| Sheet pans (18×26) | 35 | - |
| Slide pairs included | 18 | - |
| Heat | ||
| Power | 2,000 W | - |
| Voltage | 120 V | - |
| Current | 16 A | - |
| Temperature range | 80 to 200 °F | 85 to 115 °F |
| Humidity | 95 % RH max | 100 % RH max |
| Proof mode | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Insulated | Yes | Yes |
| Thermometer | Yes | - |
| Clear door | Yes | Yes |
| Universal slides | Yes | - |
| Casters | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Sanitation listing | NSF | NSF |
| Electrical listing | UL | UL |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 27.6 × 31.5 × 71 in | 23.1 × 33.4 × 67.5 in |
| Weight | - | 181 lb |