What is the Difference Between Bunn Soft Heat® (SH) and ThermoFresh® (TF)?

Kelsey Vendetti

We often get asked what the difference between Bunn's SH and TF servers refer to. Read below to understand the differences between both collections so you can choose the right server for your environment.

What does Bunn Soft Heat® (SH) mean?

A docking server system with technology that thermostatically controls and automatically shuts off heat in the docking system once the preset temperature is reached and additionally monitors server volume. This is more beneficial than traditional warmer plates that heat continuously.

Bunn Soft Heat


Additionally, the BUNN-exclusive Soft Heat® technology supplies controlled heat to the brewed coffee within the server whenever it's docked on the brewer, ensuring ideal holding temperatures and optimal flavor for longer periods. These servers are completely modernized, ergonomic, lighter weight, energy efficient and constructed with durable stainless steel to withstand the demands of a busy serving environment.

The Soft Heat Advantage

This docking server system thermostatically controls and automatically shuts off heat once the preset temperature is reached and additionally monitors server volume. This is more beneficial than traditional warmer plates that heat continuously. Optional Docking Stand easily creates satellite serving options with multiple servers.


What does Bunn ThermoFresh® (TF) mean?

BUNN offers a full line of vacuum-insulated servers and brewers that brew directly into these servers that keep coffee at optimal flavor for hours and save on energy consumption and by not requiring warming plates.

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