The hanging shower shelf from FMT Design is a high-quality product made of powder-coated aluminium alloy. It is 100% rustproof and water-repellent, which guarantees a long service life. It is easy to hang up without drilling or gluing. The shower tray offers plenty of space for shower utensils and has wide drainage channels to prevent water from collecting. The coating on the shower tray protects the shower wall from scratches and the suction cups provide additional grip.
Advantages
✅ Simple installation
✅ 100% rustproof
✅ Large storage space
✅ Wide drainage channels
Disadvantages
❌ None
The first impression
Packaging and contents
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste, no use of plastic | 100 points |
| Package contents & scope | Complete | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Written in German, easy to understand | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The hanging shower shelf from FMT Design made a very good first impression. The product was delivered in a classic shipping box, which was additionally protected by sturdy product packaging . This ensured that the shower shelf reached the customer undamaged.
The sustainability of the packaging deserves a particularly positive mention. Both the shipping carton and the product packaging are made from recyclable materials such as paper and cardboard. This demonstrates FMT Design ‘s commitment to environmentally friendly packaging solutions.
The contents of the shower tray packaging were complete and in perfect condition. All the necessary parts were included so that assembly could be carried out without any problems.
The enclosed assembly instructions were clearly written in German and included helpful illustrations . This enabled the shower shelf to be installed easily and without any problems.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Attractive design | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship | 100 points |
| Stability | Very stable | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | No information on sustainability, but high-quality materials | 90 points |
| Miscellaneous | 60 days money back, packaging suitable as a gift | 100 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The visual appearance of the product is appealing and demonstrates high-quality workmanship. Closer inspection also reveals that the shower shelf has been carefully manufactured and has no unpleasant chemical odours.
The stability of the shower tray is particularly positive. It is robust and provides a solid base for storing shower utensils. The high-quality workmanship ensures that the shower shelf retains its shape and functionality for a long time , even in daily use.
Unfortunately, there is a lack of specific information on the sustainability of the product. It would have been desirable to have information about the materials used and their environmental compatibility. However, the use of high-quality materials suggests that the shower shelf will have a long service life .
Another positive aspect is the packaging of the shower shelf. It is attractively designed and is also suitable as a gift. FMT Design also offers a 60-day money-back guarantee , which emphasises the confidence in the product.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Assembly | Very simple assembly. All required parts were included. | 100 points |
| Size | Sufficient size | 100 points |
| Cleaning | Can be wiped clean with water. The drainage channels prevent water from collecting. | 100 points |
| Application | Very user-friendly | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The practical test of the shower hanging system from FMT Design has shown that the manufacturer delivers what it promises. Installing the shelf was simple and straightforward, as stated by the manufacturer. It took just 5 minutes to assemble the shelf according to the instructions and attach it to the shower wall. All the necessary parts were available, which made assembly easier.
The size and capacity of the shelf also corresponded to the manufacturer’s specifications. It offers sufficient space for various shower utensils such as shampoo bottles, soaps, etc. In addition, other utensils can be hung on the hooks , which expands the storage options .
Cleaning the shower shelf is simple and straightforward. It can easily be rinsed with water or wiped with a damp cloth. The wide drainage channels in the shower shelf prevent annoying water build-up, which makes cleaning even easier.
In use , the shower shelf impressed us with its good accessibility and easy reachability of the shower utensils. It offers enough space to store all the utensils you need in an organised way.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we analyse how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good performance in the mid-price segment | 80 points |
| Rating cut | 4.5 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 75 points |
| Total | 78 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers rate the product with an average of 4.5 stars. The fact that water stains are barely visible on the shelf and that it is easy to assemble is emphasised positively. One negative criticism was that the parcel arrived in a damaged condition. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the hanging shower shelf from FMT Design has a high-quality finish and good stability. The ease of assembly was also confirmed.
Prices of up to €69.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very affordable products are available from as little as €42.99. The hanging shower shelf from FMT Design is therefore currently in the middle price segment with a price of €54.80. For the quality and performance received, the price-performanceratio isvery good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 100 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 98 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 100 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer reviews | 15% | 78 points |
| Total | 96 points |
