KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL vs Metro C5 E-Series C5E5-CFC-U

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL is the better commercial food warmer overall, rated 3.0 to 2.9. The Metro C5 E-Series C5E5-CFC-U costs $641.49 less ($1,899.99 vs $2,541.48).

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KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGL vs Metro C5 E-Series C5E5-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 weightKoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGLMetro C5 E-Series C5E5-CFC-U
Overall rating3.0/52.9/5
Value 25%0 capacity not published, so price per unit is scored as the lowest32 $118.75 per sheet pan ($1,899.99, 16 sheet pans)
Capacity 15%0 capacity not published, scored as the smallest55 16 sheet pans
Features 25%75 proof mode with humidity control, insulated cabinet, clear door, casters80 proof mode with humidity control, clear door, thermometer or temperature display, adjustable universal slides, casters
NSF & UL listing 25%100 NSF and UL listed0 no sanitation or electrical listing published, scored as none
Warranty 10%0 warranty not published, scored as none33 1-year warranty

Specifications

KoolMore KM-CHP36-WIGLMetro C5 E-Series C5E5-CFC-U
Capacity
TypeHolding cabinetHolding cabinet
Sheet pans (18×26)-16
Slide pairs included-6
Heat
Power-2,000 W
Voltage-120 V
Current-16 A
Plug-NEMA 5-20P
Temperature range85 to 115 °F80 to 190 °F
Humidity100 % RH max-
Proof modeYesYes
Features
InsulatedYesNo
Thermometer-Yes
Clear doorYesYes
Universal slides-Yes
CastersYesYes
Build
Sanitation listingNSF-
Electrical listingUL-
Dimensions (W × D × H)23.1 × 33.4 × 67.5 in25.6 × 28.9 × 42.3 in
Weight181 lb104 lb
Warranty-1 year

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