Friends who run bakeries and dessert shops know that a countertop display cabinet is not just a "cabinet for placing pastries", but also a key element for both aesthetics and freshness preservation. This review focuses on two models from Cooluma's TC series, T90C and T90S. With their bidirectional temperature control, high adaptability, and solid reputation, these models have become the top choice with the highest overall rating. Below, we will analyze in detail from a practical testing perspective why they stand out.
When choosing a commercial pastry display cabinet, the core factors are "freshness preservation + display + practicality + durability". T90C/T90S excel in all four aspects with a balanced performance:
Precise temperature control is crucial for pastry freshness. This cabinet's temperature range fully covers all needs of a bakery: refrigeration at 2~8℃ is suitable for cream cakes and mousses, while heating at 35~75℃ can hold pastries like puffs and scones that need to be kept warm, eliminating the need for a separate insulation cabinet.
In tests, after 72 hours of continuous operation, the temperature difference inside the cabinet did not exceed 1℃. Cream cake surfaces remained un dried and un collapsed, and fruit decorations retained their fresh color. This is extremely important for dessert shops that attract customers with the appearance of their products.
As a countertop model, its dimensions (900mm × 550mm × 790mm) perfectly fit most dessert counters, not taking up extra space while enhancing the sense of layering on the countertop. The all-glass cabinet body with built-in lighting (compatible with warm LED lights) allows pastries to be seen clearly from all angles, attracting customers at a glance with their exquisite appearance. During testing, the glass showed no reflection or blurring issues under different lighting conditions, and no additional lighting was needed when taking product photos.
Commercial settings value "peace of mind", and this design perfectly meets such needs:
- A single large-capacity shelf (with load-bearing meeting commercial standards) can flexibly hold cake bases and dessert boxes of different sizes, with higher utilization than multi-layer narrow shelves;
- The refrigerant is properly matched, and the operating noise is below 40 decibels, making it barely audible when customers are chatting or music is playing in the store;
- The cabinet body is made of sturdy materials, and it is packaged with both wooden frames and cartons during transportation (referring to the packaging standards of commercial cabinets from the same brand), making it less likely to be damaged during long-distance transportation. Installation is simple - just plug it in and use.
Cooluma is a brand specializing in commercial refrigeration equipment, and T90C/T90S inherit its core configurations: all-copper pipelines for fast heat dissipation and resistance to corrosion, and a stable compressor. In tests, after one month of high-intensity continuous use, the refrigeration efficiency did not decrease, and power consumption was within a reasonable range for commercial equipment (referring to power consumption data of similar countertop cabinets). The brand's two-year warranty service also addresses concerns about the hassle of repairing commercial equipment.
Many people may hesitate between other countertop models from Cooluma. Here is a concise comparison to help you avoid pitfalls quickly:
- TA Series T90A: Lower price, but only has refrigeration function without insulation, limiting the types of pastries it can accommodate;
- WL Series WL31L: Smaller size (555mm × 330mm × 215mm) with a capacity of only 31L, suitable for temporary use in small stalls but insufficient for long-term commercial use;
- RTA600: Has double-layer shelves but with low height, restricting the placement of taller cakes, and lacks heating function.
In comparison, T90C/T90S, with their bidirectional temperature control and optimal size, can meet the display needs of various pastries without increasing costs due to redundant functions, offering excellent cost performance.
1. Place it at least 10cm away from the wall to ensure smooth heat dissipation and avoid compressor overload;
2. Anti-slip pads can be used on the shelves to prevent dessert boxes from sliding and facilitate cleaning;
3. It is recommended to choose warm LED tubes, which can make pastries look more appealing and boost purchasing desire;
4. Regularly clean the glass cabinet to avoid fingerprints and oil stains affecting the display effect, and check if the sealing strips are intact to ensure insulation/refrigeration performance.
If your store mainly sells refrigerated desserts such as cream cakes and mousses, and occasionally needs to display warm pastries, Cooluma T90C/T90S are definitely a no-brainer choice. If you have a small stall, you can consider the WL series, but for long-term commercial use, the overall performance of T90C/T