Margaritaville machine comparison chart
All seven models we cover, side by side. Read across a row to see how jar size, ice sizing, drink programs and serving style differ, then click a model for its full spec sheet, manual and parts.
Where the numbers come from: each cell restates a spec from the model’s user manual (see each model page for the source). We haven’t lab-tested these machines, and we leave out wattage and prices because the manuals don’t list them and prices change daily. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
| Model | Jar / capacity | How the ice is sized | Drink programs | Serving | Reference margarita | Manual |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahamas DM0500 | 36 oz jar | By liquid amount + Shave Only / Blend Only toggle (no drink dial) | One automatic Shave ’n Blend™ cycle | Pour from the jar | 13 fl oz liquid for 3 drinks | PDF on this site |
| Key West DM1000 | 36 oz heavy-duty glass jar | Number of Drinks dial: 1, 2 or 3 × 12 oz | One automatic cycle | Pour from the jar | 9¾ fl oz liquid for 3 drinks | Official manuals page |
| Key West (DM1946 series) DM1946 | 36 oz jar | Number of Drinks dial: 1, 2 or 3 × 12 oz | One automatic cycle | Spiller Spoiler™ pour-spout lid | 9¾ fl oz liquid for 3 drinks | PDF on this site |
| Key West (DM1900 series) DM1900 | 36 oz jar (per DM1900 series manual) | Number of Drinks dial: 1, 2 or 3 × 12 oz | Not listed in the manual we viewed | Pour from the jar | Key West-style 1/2/3-drink sizes | ManualsLib (external) |
| Fiji DM2000 | 36 oz glass jar | Number of Drinks dial: 1, 2 or 3 × 12 oz | Ritas, Daiquiris, Slides, Smoothies | Pour from the jar | 13 fl oz liquid for 3 drinks | PDF on this site |
| Tahiti DM3000 | 3 × 24 oz plastic jars | One Drink Selection switch per station | Per-station selector; manual recipes for Ritas, Mojito Slush, Daiquiris, Coladas, Mudslides, Smoothies | Pour from each jar | 8⅔ fl oz liquid per 24 oz jar | PDF on this site |
| Bali DM3500 | Chamber: half ≈ 30–33 oz, full ≈ 60 oz | Half Chamber / Full Chamber dial | Ritas, Daiquiris, Coladas, Smoothies | Self-serve lever + Remix Channel™ | 11 fl oz (half) / 22 fl oz (full) | PDF on this site |
“Reference margarita” is the liquid volume in each manual’s margarita recipe. It’s the number our recipe batch tables are built on.
Who each model suits
| Model | Best for | Amazon |
|---|---|---|
| Bahamas DM0500 | Couples and small households who want restaurant-style texture without a lot of buttons. | Check current price (paid link) Check current price (paid link) |
| Key West DM1000 | People who like a glass jar and want the machine to size the ice for 1, 2 or 3 drinks automatically. | See model page |
| Key West (DM1946 series) DM1946 | Key West fans who pour straight from the jar at parties. | Check current price (paid link) |
| Key West (DM1900 series) DM1900 | Shoppers who want the Key West’s automatic 1/2/3-drink sizing in a model that is still widely listed. | Check current price (paid link) |
| Fiji DM2000 | Households that make more than margaritas — the presets cover daiquiris, mudslides and smoothies. | Check current price (paid link) |
| Tahiti DM3000 | Hosts who want margaritas, coladas and a kid-friendly smoothie going at the same time. | Check current price (paid link) |
| Bali DM3500 | Self-serve parties where you don’t want to play bartender. | Check current price (paid link) |
Reading the chart
- Three drinks or a crowd? The single-jar machines (Bahamas, Key West, Fiji) all top out at a 36 oz jar, about three 12 oz drinks. The Tahiti runs three 24 oz jars at once; the Bali fills a chamber of up to about 60 oz.
- Dial or toggle? Key West and Fiji shave the right amount of ice once you set 1, 2 or 3 drinks. On the Bahamas, the amount of liquid you pour in decides the batch, and the toggle fine-tunes it.
- Fruit and ice cream: drink programs (Fiji, Tahiti, Bali) change the blend cycle for daiquiris, coladas and shakes. Margarita-only households can skip them.
- Discontinued models: the Fiji and some Key West versions are mostly sold used or renewed now. Check the listing’s condition before you buy.
Head-to-head comparisons
- Bahamas vs Fiji (DM0500 vs DM2000)
- Key West DM1000 vs DM1946
- Fiji vs Tahiti (DM2000 vs DM3000)
- Bali vs Key West (DM3500 vs DM1000)
- Bahamas vs Key West (DM0500 vs DM1000)
- Bali vs Tahiti (DM3500 vs DM3000)
- Fiji vs Key West (DM2000 vs DM1000)
Still deciding? Read the Best Margaritaville Machine 2026 guide, or if it’s a present, the Margaritaville Machine Gift Guide.
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