The Comparison Chart
Ever wonder how the HOTdish Chafers and Accessories compare to the traditional chafers on the market?
Check out this list and then download the Cost Comparison worksheet and see how HOTdish hands down saves you money in virtually any application.
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$90.00standard chafer |
$800.00deluxe rolltop |
$95.00HOTdish Chafer |
$205.00deluxe HOTdish Chaferwith Formal Wear |
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How much storage space for 6 chafers? |
9 cubic feet | 12 cubic feet | Less than 1 cubic foot |
3 cubic feet |
How many chafers can a single person carry at one time? |
1 | 1 | 12 | 6 |
Fuel needed for 1 HOUR BUFFET? |
2 cans |
2 cans of 2 hr. gel fuel |
1 can of 1 hr gel fuel |
1 can of 1 hr gel fuel |
How much water is required to operate each chafer? |
12 cups | 12 cups | 1 1/8 cups | 1 1/8 cups |
How long can I let it runbefore I need to add water? |
1 hr. | 1 hr. | 6 hrs. | 6 hrs. |
Can I use disposable pans? |
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How long does it take to set up 6 chafing dishes? |
25 Min. | 35 Min. | 5 Min. | 5 Min. |
How long do I have to wait before I can hold food safe temperatures? |
25 minutes to boil the water in the water pan |
25 minutes to boil the water in the water pan |
Holds Instantly! | Holds Instantly! |
Does it have built-in wind protection? |
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Is it available in colors? |
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Can it be washed in the dishwasher? |
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(drapes = machine washable) |
Will it make me more money? |
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Yes, saves enough in fuel, storage space, maintenance, |
Yes, provides the same |