WMF 5000 S+

325 mm wide, 590 mm deep, 716 mm high (400 V version) and weighing 37 kg: the WMF 5000 S+ is narrow enough for most gastro counters and office kitchenettes, but requires a fixed water connection with 2–6 bar flow pressure. The 230 V standard variant measures 706 mm in height according to ZVN Shop and weighs approximately 35 kg; the ten millimetre difference is accounted for by the heavier boiler configuration of the 400 V version. Those selecting the 400 V power version must secure a three-phase connection (3/N/PE, 380–415 V) at the installation point. Installation of a three-phase connection point where none exists incurs electrician costs that must be factored in before comparing purchase prices of both variants.

The housing is throughout brushed stainless steel. Front and lid panels withstand coffee splatter and daily wiping water; the side service flap opens without tools and provides access to the brew group and maintenance components. Both bean hoppers at 1,100 g each sit lockably on the appliance, protecting against unauthorised top-up with inferior beans in office environments with open kitchen areas. For operations under hygiene regulations (e.g. clinic, pharmacy), the lockable access is an additional compliance argument.

The 10-inch colour touchscreen responds capacitively, enabling fluid menu navigation and intuitive self-service. For operations where service staff wear latex disposable gloves (bakeries, clinics), touchscreen responsiveness should be confirmed in a live test beforehand, as capacitive displays may respond unreliably with latex gloves.

The infinitely variable dispensing height ranges from 74 to 179 mm (standard) or 66 to 169 mm with Easy-Milk unit. This range covers espresso cups (6–8 cm), cappuccino bowls, latte macchiato glasses and standard 0.4-litre takeaway cups without reconfiguration. The Easy-Milk version reduces maximum dispensing height by 10 mm; for operations offering large thermal cups, the standard version is the better choice.

Two high-performance grinders of hardened steel mill both bean hoppers independently. This permits two coffee specialities with different bean varieties to be offered simultaneously: a strong espresso blend alongside a mild coffee blend for filter coffee drinkers. The maximum coffee quantity per vend is 19 g (distributor specification, Coffeefair), covering double espressos and robust lungo variants. Burr diameter and burr geometry are not specified in any available source.

WMF CoffeeConnect is integrated as standard (manufacturer specification, WMF product page). The platform transmits device and performance data via Bluetooth. According to WMF, the following are retrievable: fill levels of both bean hoppers and milk system, cleaning status, maintenance interval reminders and operating counters. Remote configuration of beverage parameters is possible via the dashboard; whether this is usable without technician access codes is not publicly specified and should be clarified with WMF in advance.

The MultiMilk system allows simultaneous connection of up to four milk or plant-based drink containers (manufacturer specification, WMF product page). Whole milk, oat milk, soy drink and almond drink can thus stand simultaneously in the range without reconfiguration. The appliance does not actively cool milk; external cooling of containers is operator responsibility and is mandatory under HACCP requirements.

Up to 48 beverages can be programmed (distributor specification, Coffeefair). Four syrup stations for flavoured variants are integrable. The choc topping module for chocolate and cocoa powder (2,000 g powder container) is as standard or retrofit-capable depending on configuration variant. Chilled Coffee is available as a feature (ETM Testmagazin); technical details are not fully specified publicly.

WMF specifies 250 cups/day as recommended daily capacity (manufacturer specification, confirmed multiple times by distributors). Distributor Kaapi Machines recommends 180–200 cups/day as a sustainable continuous operating figure; this aligns with general practice that appliance wear and cleaning effort increase disproportionately during continuous operation near the manufacturer limit.

For location dimensioning: an office with 100 employees and an average of 2 cups/person/day totals 200 cups/day, which is in the comfortable operating range of the 5000 S+. At 150 employees (300 cups/day at equal usage rate), a second appliance or a WMF 8000-series model is recommended. For hotels: 250 cups/day covers roughly the breakfast operation of 120 rooms (assumption: 2 cups per breakfast guest at 100% occupancy).

Hourly output according to Coffeefair (single source, low confidence): 144 single espresso vends/hour or 220 double espresso vends/hour; hot water output up to 280 cups/hour (56 litres/hour). These values are not confirmed by a second independent source and should be regarded as rough guidance.

The range comprises up to 48 programmable beverages. In normal operation, operators configure 15–25 variants: espresso, lungo, cappuccino, latte macchiato, hot water, tea infusion and flavoured variants via the syrup station. MultiMilk support for four milk and plant-based varieties permits differentiated offerings for locations with diverse consumption habits.

Bean hopper capacity: 2 × 1,100 g (lockable), total 2,200 g. At average consumption of approximately 8 g beans per beverage and 150 cups/day, hoppers are empty after approximately 275 beverages, meaning refilling every 1–2 days. The powder container for cocoa and chocolate powder holds 2,000 g.

The AutoClean system launches on demand or by scheduled programme: it independently dispenses cleaning granules into the coffee system, flushes brew group and outlet, and records the log in device memory (manufacturer specification, WMF product page; procedure detailed according to ManualsLib DE). Daily cleaning time: approximately 12 minutes including milk system rinse programme, wiping of outlet and drip tray and emptying the drip tray (estimate based on AutoClean description and appliance class; no verified minute-by-minute log from operator source available). Weekly, approximately 20 minutes is needed for manual cleaning of steam head and milk hose. At more than 100 milk beverages/day, the milk system rinse programme should be run twice daily.

Descaling occurs automatically; the interval is approximately every 3 months during normal operation (Tchibo Coffee Service Portal, appliance class). Milk system components, including the steam pitcher, must be cleaned manually weekly.

Spare parts provision is well-established for a professional appliance in this price range: 189 parts are listed at Parts Town (USA); in Germany, Caffe Limes and kaffeevollautomat-gebraucht.de deliver within 1–3 working days. Typical wear and repair costs from verified dealer sources:

HD50 brew chamber complete: approximately €295–345, due every 3–5 years at 150–200 cups/day.

HD brewer complete (replacement unit): approximately €1,200–1,390, on total failure or after 5–8 years.

Mixer with temperature sensor: approximately €390–436, every 2–4 years with intensive milk beverage use.

Milk pump: approximately €220–260, every 3–5 years.

Brew group seals: under €15 per O-ring set; at 150–200 cups/day to be replaced every 18–24 months.

Rated power standard version (220–240 V, 1/N/PE): 2,750–3,250 W. Power version (380–415 V, 3/N/PE): 8,410–9,960 W. The higher power consumption of the power version is explained by the larger three-phase boiler; for office installations with single-phase connection, the standard version is the right choice. Standby power consumption is not disclosed in any publicly available source; direct efficiency comparison with competing appliances via the standby value is therefore not possible.

Energy loss according to DIN 18873-2 is 1.55 kWh/day for the 400 V version (dealer specification Coffeefair; not independently confirmed for the 230 V version). DIN 18873-2 measures standby energy loss under standard conditions, not total consumption during operation. At 250 operating days/year, this yields standby consumption of approximately 388 kWh/year. Total annual consumption including all vends is higher; a complete annual consumption figure is not publicly specified.

Converted per vend: 1,550 Wh daily energy loss divided by 250 cups/day yields 6.2 Wh per cup from standby operation alone. This value is partial; actual energy input per vend including grinding, brew phase and milk frothing is higher and cannot be quantified without full measurement.

Heat-up time from cold start is not disclosed in any available source. For locations with very short operating windows (e.g. 2-hour conference rooms or trade show appearances), this value should be requested from WMF in advance, as a cold boiler requires several minutes to reach operating temperature.

Noise level: maximum 70 dB(A) according to product data (Coffeefair, ManualsLib confirmed). This corresponds to the level of normal speech from one metre distance. In open office landscaping, the grinding operation (typically 15–20 seconds) is clearly audible but is rarely perceived as permanently disruptive in practice. For very noise-sensitive environments such as libraries or medical surgeries, a trial setup is recommended.

New price for the 230 V standard version: €12,250 net (special price) to €12,550 net (regular price) at ZVN Shop (as of 2026-08-12). The 400 V power version is offered by Coffeefair exclusively as a rental and leasing model: from €201/month net at 60-month term (as of 2026-08-12). Second-hand market: WMF 5000 S+ models from the 2020s are found on Maschinensucher and Kleinanzeigen for approximately €3,500–5,000; the range reflects manufacturing year, operating hours and condition of the brewer.

Maintenance contract: a reliable market price for WMF service contracts in Germany is not publicly specified; this should be clarified contractually. For the appliance class of professional OCS coffee fully automatic machines, all-inclusive service contracts (including wear parts, technician call-outs, cleaning agent) are industry-standard between €80 and approximately €200/month; whether WMF terms fall within this range is not publicly confirmed.

TCO example for 150 cups/day, 250 operating days/year, 7-year service life:

Depreciation: approximately €12,250 / 7 = €1,750/year.

Coffee raw material (premium Arabica approximately €22/kg, 8 g/cup): 150 cups × 8 g × €0.022/g × 250 days = approximately €6,600/year. With budget Robusta (approximately €9/kg): €2,700/year.

Energy (standby operation per DIN value): 1.55 kWh/day × approximately €0.35/kWh × 250 days = €136/year. Total consumption including operation is higher; complete energy costs cannot be quantified due to lack of public measurement data.

Wear and repair without maintenance contract (estimate): brew group seals every 18 months approximately €50; mixer every 3 years approximately €415; milk pump every 4 years approximately €240; over 7 years approximately €200–400/year.