Beverage crate rack tested in 2022

In our test it has the beverage crate shelf from MANUMA an very good Leave an impression. The product offers the possibility to store several beverage crates in a very small space and looks good at the same time very elegant out of. It ensures easy access to all bottles. It's made from sustainable materials bamboo and Stainless Steel manufactured and stands extremely stable. The shelf can also be assembled by a layman in just a few minutes. However, it is quite compared to reference products expensive. In addition, some customers complained about threads in the stainless steel struts. But the customer service is completely convincing and ensures that defective parts are replaced quickly. All in all, the beverage crate rack from MANUMA convinced us and was successfully certified for our test seal.

We got the article in the practical test examined and tested in detail. Below we go into more detail about the features and impressions. The product, from the packaging to the materials and quality to the range of functions and handling our test procedure subjected.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum possible number of points per area is 100 points. The final overall grade is calculated from the average of all tested characteristics, taking into account the respective weightings. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive Evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product reviews, please click here.

ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at the packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, of course, adequate protection of the product must also be ensured.

The Crate shelves from MANUMA came in a sturdy cardboard box. The box was undamaged and could be opened with a knife or scissors. There were two in the box wooden cheeks, six stainless steel braces, 13 Nuts, Allen key and Assembly Instructions. All objects were good due to additional foils and styrofoam protected and compactly packaged. In this case, product protection was complete and the beverage crate rack was therefore all in one perfect condition.
The packaging of the beverage crate rack is partially recyclable. The styrofoam plates are probably difficult to recycle, but the cardboard box is.
The MANUMA Crate shelves overall makes a very good first impression.

ℹ️ The first impression after unpacking sticks in most people's minds. Are the package contents complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product directly?

We tested the beverage crate rack for up to three crates. After unpacking, there were two wooden cheeks, six stainless steel struts, 13 threaded screws, an Allen key and assembly instructions on the workbench. The Assembly Instructions is both as text in German as well as in pictures present and very understandable written. Also on the same sheet is a thank you note and several safety instructions. Contact information is provided except for a phone number. Also an email address for the German customer service is available. All in all, we are talking about an extraordinarily well thought-out and customer-friendly way to ship a product.

ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high-quality are the materials used? Are the haptics & optics satisfactory?

The wooden cheeks are made of solid bamboo wood, the handrails off brushed stainless steel. Both wooden cheeks and stainless steel rods are qualitative very well made and white when palpated no flaws on. The screws also feel valuable. The four stand out felt pads, which are already attached to the feet of the shelf. These prevent the floor from being scratched when the shelf is in use. Since the product consists mainly of bamboo wood and was designed to conserve resources, you can give it a high sustainability count.

ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore the most weight. Here the product has to undergo a wide variety of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.

The Construction of the shelf is very light and also from a layman within less minutes feasible. However, a second person can help to guide the second wooden stringer onto the six stainless steel bars at the same time, as these do not protrude completely straight. After assembly, the drinks crate rack stands out minimalistic and elegant design that doesn't need to be hidden in any kitchen. When looking from the side, the stainless steel struts even disappear behind the boxes, which makes them appear to be floating. The shelf is also convincing in practice. It holds every crate of drinks we tested and allows Access on all bottles inside the boxes without having to move any of the others. The boxes can also be lifted in and out without any problems. Overall, the Quality of Materials and the thought use.

ℹ️ Finally, let's talk about how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend a purchase? We also examine consumer reviews and verify that the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.

On the platform Amazon Consumers give the product an average rating of 4,7 stars given. Many customers like it very much elegant design and the good one Quality of Materials. The only complaint is that on some specimens the stainless steel struts probably with something crooked attached threads arrived, which made screwing difficult or sometimes impossible. But he will Customer service very praised. Because if there were problems with the threads, the iron rods were replaced quickly and without extra charge. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the material and design work wonderfully. We only had slight difficulties when screwing it in with one screw, which was a little more difficult to screw in, but ultimately wasn't a problem.

For equivalent products, prices are quoted on the Internet from up to 149,90€ required. Very inexpensive products are already available from €18,49 of steel and from €59,95 wooden. The Beverage crate rack by MANUMA is currently at a price of 149,90€ thus clearly in upper price segment. For the quality and scope of services you get, that is Price ratio still reasonable.