THE EQUIPMENT EDIT / HEAD-TO-HEAD
A larger serving basket versus a smaller station for everyday glasses.
RJ56-PB18-SS lists a 2.4-pound basket and 33-pound daily output; RJ56-PB-V2 lists a 1.5-pound basket and 26-pound daily output.
US model: RJ56-PB18-SS
The stainless-finish Iceman combines a documented 2.4-pound ice basket with manual filling and status indicators. Consider the basket size for several drinks made together.
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US model: RJ56-PB-V2
A compact manually filled nugget ice maker with a 1.5-pound removable basket and one-touch cleaning cycle. Compare it for an everyday drinks corner rather than a large party.
Read full assessment →The larger basket is the useful distinction when several people ask for cold drinks at once. Staggered iced coffees through the afternoon place a different demand on the machine. Start with a serving session, rather than choosing by the larger daily-output number.
The Compact advertises an initial batch in as little as eight minutes; the larger model advertises about twenty. These are maker claims under conditions, not our comparative test. Neither tells you how quickly a completely empty basket will meet a party’s demand.
Check the current full dimensions, ventilation, refill access and drainage routine for both machines. The smaller body can still be awkward if it must be moved to fill or clean it. Both involve manual water handling and normal basket and scoop care.
This comparison draws on manufacturer specifications rather than our own hands-on tests. Follow the full reviews for more detail, including attributed independent perspectives where available. Check the selected Amazon model and current offer before buying.
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