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What size Gumballs do I need for my Gumball Machine?

Gumball Size Guide: Find the Right Gumballs for Your Machine

Not sure which size gumballs your machine requires? With hundreds of gumball varieties available, choosing the correct size can be confusing. Use the guide below to quickly identify the best gumball size for your vending machine or gumball bank.

Quick Tip: Most commercial gumball vending machines, like those commonly found in retail stores, use 1-inch (25 mm) gumballs. Home gumball banks and toy dispensers typically use 0.5" to 0.62" gumballs.

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Count Per Case Size (mm) Size (inches) Recommended Machine
475 31 mm 1.20" Specialty Machines
600 Count 29 mm 1.13" Rhino Adjustable Wheel Machines
850 Count 25 mm 1.00" Rhino Adjustable Wheel Machines
925 Count 24 mm 0.94" Rhino Adjustable Wheel Machines
1080 Count 23 mm 0.925" Rhino Adjustable Wheel Machines
1430 Count 22 mm 0.86" Specialty Machines
1900 Count 19 mm 0.76" Specialty Machines
3650 Count 16 mm 0.62" American Gumball Company Machines
4800 Count 16 mm 0.62" American Gumball Company Machines
5440 Count 14 mm 0.56" American Gumball Company Machines
5800 Count 14 mm 0.56" American Gumball Company Machines
8500 Count 12 mm 0.50" American Gumball Company Machines

Most Popular Gumball Sizes

  • 1" (25 mm) – Standard commercial vending machine gumballs.
  • 0.62" (16 mm) – Popular for home gumball banks and countertop dispensers.
  • 0.50" (12 mm) – Small novelty and toy-style gumball machines.
  • 1.13"–1.20" – Large specialty gumballs for select machines.

Still not sure which size is right for your machine? Contact our team and we'll help you find the perfect gumballs for your vending machine.