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The Crate shelves by ATHELON® with space for up to 6 boxes convinced by his excellent space saving and practical features. Through a quick and uncomplicated installation it’s a shelf for everyone. The extremely stable construction, which can easily withstand a load of 120 kg per level, leaves nothing to be desired in terms of safety and load capacity.
For the price of €69,99, you get a very high quality with this product, which suggests that it will likely last a long time.
Overall, this is what it presents ATHELON® Crate shelves as one successful solution for space-saving and safe storage of beverage crates, ideal for the modern household.
Benefits
- Extraordinary stability
- Easy assembly
- Can be used flexibly
- Bottle opener directly attached
Disadvantages
- Screws for the side bottle opener are a bit stiff
The Test
General Information
We got the article in the practical test checked and tested carefully. In the following we will go into more detail about the properties and impressions. From the packaging to the materials and quality to the range of functions and handling, the product is subjected to our test procedure.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum achievable number of points per area is 100 points. The final overall grade is calculated from the Average of all tested features taking into account the respective weighting.
The First Impression
The Packaging and Content
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 guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product directly?
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 guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product directly?
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Remark
Points scored*
Product Protection
Cardboard is very stable and product is adequately protected
points
Sustainability Packaging
Compact product packaging, unnecessary packaging waste was avoided, unfortunately Styrofoam and plastic packaging
points
Package Contents & Scope
All necessary parts available
points
Instructions
Written in German, understandable, actually not necessary
points
TOTAL
98
points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
The Crate shelves by ATHELON® Comes in a flat package measuring 100cm x 40cm x 8cm. The sturdy cardboard is through additional Cardboard corner protectors, foiling of the individual elements as well reinforcing Styrofoam blocks optimally protected against pressure and impact damage. Although the delivery very compact However, foil and Styrofoam could also be replaced by more sustainable materials.
The box contains 2 side elements, 4 connecting rods and a bottle opener, each with matching screws. Besides, there is one Comprehensible illustrated assembly instructions in German and an Allen key included, although that Product basically self-explanatory to use and build.
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First Time in Hand
Product Processing and Appearance
Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the processing of the products. How high-quality are the materials used? Are the haptics and optics satisfactory?
Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the processing of the products. How high-quality are the materials used? Are the haptics and optics satisfactory?
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Remark
Points scored*
Visual Appearance
Minimalist and elegant design
points
Processing and Materials
High quality workmanship, no defects
points
Stability
Robust elements & rods, solid screws
points
Sustainability of the product
No information about sustainability, but high-quality materials
points
TOTAL
93
points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
The shelf consists of solid and high quality metal. It measures 104 cm x 32 cm x 82 cm and is scarce 10 kg. relatively heavy, resulting in a high stability can be guaranteed. This is done by the robust and large screws underlined, with the help of which, according to the manufacturer, the shelf can be placed on each of the two levels up to 120 kg load capacity should withstand easily. For comparison: a crate of beer usually weighs 15-20 kg.
The minimalist-modern and at the same time elegant design is visually appealing. All components are free of scratches or manufacturing defects and have a subtle, matt black color.
The manufacturer does not provide any information regarding the sustainability of the product, but due to the high quality materials from one long service life be assumed. Overall, that does it Drinks shelf by ATHELON® a very good impression and will now be put to the test in the practical test.
This is What Our Practical Test Showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here the product has to undergo a wide variety of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here the product has to undergo a wide variety of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
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Remark
Points scored*
Design
Minimalist and elegant, flexible in every room
points
Assembly and construction
Easy and quick assembly, screws for bottle opener a bit stiff
points
Stability and load capacity
Extremely stable and resilient
points
Use of space
Efficient use of space for up to 6 boxes
points
Material quality and durability
High quality and solid design
points
TOTAL
98
points
Weighting: 45%
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
This is shown in the practical test Crate shelves by ATHELON® its full potential. The elegant design fits into every room – whether garage, hallway, cuisine or living room – which is also possible thanks to the included rubber floor protection pads flexible use power.
The assembly went thanks to the supplied Assembly Instructions dead easy and was within a few minutes completed by one person. Even people with little technical skill can hardly go wrong here. Only when screwing on the bottle opener Criticism can be made on the right side of the shelf: the screws were a little more difficult and are not with the supplied Allen key but with a standard screwdriver to fix. A note on the Packaging would be desirable if necessary.
When it comes to stability and load-bearing capacity, we know that Crate shelves but again completely convincing. The solid metal construction can easily withstand any load placed on a person weighing 80 kg impressive result.
The test suggests one high quality of materials close, which will probably give the product a break long service life can be envisaged.
The shelf offers Space for up to 6 boxes for vertical arrangement or 4 boxes for horizontal arrangement. This means there is also one for more unusually shaped boxes space-saving storage guaranteed as long as they have a minimum length of approx. 30 cm on at least one side.
Price-Performance Ratio
and consumer reviews
Finally, it examines 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? We also look at consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
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.
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Remark
Points scored*
Price-performance ratio
Very good performance in the middle price segment
points
Rating cut
Not rated, as there are still too few customer ratings
TOTAL
50
points
Weighting: 15%
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers all rate the product 5 stars.
However, at the time of testing only 12 customer reviews submitted, therefore this aspect is not included in the test result. The existing customer reviews leave a consistently positive verdict and above all praise them stability and the easy assembly. No points of criticism are mentioned.
For equivalent products, prices of up to 134,99 € required. Very cheap products are already off 31,99 € . The beverage crate shelf by ATHELON® is therefore currently at a price of 69,95 € im middle price segment. For the quality and performance received, that is Reasonable value for money.
Overall Result
Weighting
Points scored*
1. Packaging & Contents
20%
points
2. Product Processing & Appearance
20%
points
3. In the practical test
45%
points
4. Price/Performance & Consumer Ratings
15%
points
TOTAL
94
points
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
The Crate shelves of the brand ATHELON® was with the Overall score of 94 evaluated and has thus successfully qualified for our test seal. The test was Test period 11/23 carried out and is in our database under the license number 231115009 deposited. Further information on our test procedure can be found at Test Procedure page.
Test result:
94
