Hoshizaki DCM-271BAH-OS Cubelet Ice and Water Dispenser

Material Type: Stainless Steel
Refrigerant: R404a
Voltage: 127 volts
Item Weight: 154 pounds

Last refreshed Jun 12, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A high-output commercial dispenser for settings that need hands-free cubelet ice and water throughout the day.

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ASIN: B08VTFY1QTModel: DCM-271BAH-OSCategory: Ice Makers

Overview

The Hoshizaki DCM-271BAH-OS is a commercial cubelet ice and water dispenser rated to produce about 257 lbs of nugget-style ice per day, with a built-in storage bin and hands-free LED sensor dispensing.

This is food-service equipment, not a countertop unit, so the output figures reflect commercial demand rather than home use. The hands-free sensor is designed to work even with opaque cups, and the CleanCycle24 design runs a scheduled purge to help keep the dispensing path sanitary.

Cubelet nugget-style ice
Air-cooled condenser
LED remote sensor detection
CleanCycle24 purge design

Who it's for

Suited to restaurants, cafes, break rooms or offices that need continuous cubelet ice and water on demand. Not intended for a home kitchen with modest daily ice needs.

Pros and cons

Pros

Produces roughly 257 lbs of ice per day
Hands-free dispensing works with opaque cups
Built-in 10 lb storage bin
Automated purge cycle for sanitation

Cons

Commercial-scale output beyond most home needs

Performance notes

The air-cooled condenser and LED remote sensor detect containers, including opaque cups, to trigger hands-free dispensing, while the CleanCycle24 design runs a short purge cycle as part of its sanitation routine.