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🇳🇴Tomra · Specialty & Niche Machines

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Tomra R1 Series

Price/value not rated; overall covers 4 criteria

The Tomra R1 is a consumer-facing multi-feed reverse vending machine. According to the manufacturer, it takes more than 100 plastic bottles and cans in one load and processes up to 120 containers per minute. The Tomra R1 product page names large supermarkets and hypermarkets as the target. These sites need to be able to give it 4.42 m² of floor space for the front unit (601 kg) plus a backroom. It accepts no glass in the R1 configuration, runs indoors only at +10 to +40 °C, and needs a 400 V three-phase supply. Tomra publishes no price, only individual quotes, so the price axis is not rated and the overall score covers the four other axes. All performance figures are manufacturer claims. This is a desk review of Tomra documentation, not a hands-on test.

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BRITA Vivreau · Water Dispensers

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BRITA Vivreau Extra C-Tap

The BRITA Vivreau Extra C-Tap is suited to businesses that want to dispense water from a permanently installed tap. BRITA lists 20 to 100 regular users; the documented cooling capacity is 85 l/h. Depending on the configuration, it offers still, sparkling, and hot water. The space required under the counter is the main prerequisite: for versions without hot water, the data sheet specifies a cabinet measuring 600 × 800 × 600 mm; for hot water versions, 800 × 800 × 600 mm. A German supplier lists starting net prices of €3,599 for the still-only version and €4,799 for still plus sparkling. Installation and service are additional costs with a purchase. The information is based on published documents and supplier offers; no independent measurements or use experience are available.

from €3,599

🇮🇹Rheavendors · Snack & Combo Machines

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Rhea Luce Zero Snack

Price/value not rated; overall covers 4 criteria

According to the manufacturer, the Luce Zero Snack holds up to 1,120 products and offers a maximum of 56 selections. This makes it interesting for operators looking to offer a broad snack and chilled product range at an indoor location. The [manufacturer data sheet](https://www.rheavendors.com/en/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/luce-zero-snack_data_sheet-.pdf) lists R290, a power consumption of 650 W, and energy class D. The Food version is specified with a stratified temperature zone of +3 °C. Before ordering, operators need to check the specific version: the [product page](https://www.rheavendors.com/en/collection/luce-zero-snack/) lists two widths and describes seven height-adjustable shelves, while its technical data specifies a maximum of eight shelves. Payment systems are listed as options; specific payment methods are not documented publicly. No purchase price is published either. This review is based on documents, not a hands-on test. It therefore describes documented equipment and open procurement questions, not measured sales or operating performance.

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Bluewater · Water Dispensers

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Bluewater Flow

Price/value not rated; overall covers 4 criteria

The Bluewater Flow is a permanently installed drinking water refill station for indoor spaces. It treats tap water in seven stages and dispenses chilled water at 2 °C, with hot water at 85 °C available as an option. The freestanding station measures 457 × 1727 × 406 mm, weighs 57 kg, and has a rated power of 530 W. It requires a mains water connection (fixed plumbing) and a drain; inlet pressure must be between 3.8 and 6.2 bar. This limits site selection to areas with suitable connections and means installation requires planning. Bluewater also promotes a touch-free foot pedal. However, the documentation does not explain whether it is included in the specific configuration on offer; this should be confirmed in the quote. Filters must be replaced at least every 12 months, or sooner if indicated or required by special operating conditions. Bluewater does not publish a DACH purchase price; it must be requested from the supplier. This review analyzes public manufacturer documentation and is not a physical product review. A UK retailer lists the Flow for 3,999 GBP instead of 4,250 GBP; this regional offer cannot be transferred to a German net price.

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