The catch
Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U
Because the lower loaf figure in the listing is inconsistent, it is not treated as a verified small-loaf option.
Side by side
Neretva 2.2 lb PE9706U vs 3.3 lb PE9806U Compared: Two active paddles on PE9806U work through 2.2–3.3-pound recipes
Quick verdict
The PE9706U is the choice if its 2.2 lb maximum is enough and you prefer a single active paddle. The dual-paddle PE9806U is the choice for its documented 2.2 to 3.3 lb batches.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
A big loaf is the starting point for the larger machine
At 2.2 lb, the PE9806U's smallest documented selection equals the PE9706U's maximum. A small household that buys the larger machine needs a realistic plan for that minimum bake, and should not assume the recipe can simply be halved.
Where this comes from
PE9806U offers 2.2, 2.76 and 3.3 lb selections, while PE9706U tops out at 2.2 lb.
The catch
Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U
A one-pound daily recipe is a poor fit, since the smallest loaf is 2.2 lb.
Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U
- Why pick it
- A single active paddle appeals to you, and a 2.2 lb maximum is enough.
- The single-paddle pan suits you better than the larger model's dual-paddle format.
- The catch
- Because the lower loaf figure in the listing is inconsistent, it is not treated as a verified small-loaf option.
Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U
- Why pick it
- A supported batch above 2.2 lb is part of your regular baking.
- The documented dual-paddle format is what you want.
- The catch
- A one-pound daily recipe is a poor fit, since the smallest loaf is 2.2 lb.
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What this page compares
Both of these Neretva models automate add-ins. Choosing the larger dual-paddle machine is a decision about batch size. It does more than update the same small-loaf appliance.
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
Your household is already covered by a 2.2 lb maximum
The 3.3 lb maximum of the larger model would not address any unmet capacity need. The minimum recipe size of the smaller model has not been verified.
- Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U
- Good
- Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U
- Good
One active kneading paddle is what you prefer
That configuration is what PE 9706 U uses.
- Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U
- Better fit
- Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U
- Caution
Your regular need is 3.3 lb batches
PE 9806 U has a nominal maximum capacity 50 % higher.
- Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U
- Caution
- Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U
- Better fit
A dual-paddle large pan is what you want
Two active paddles are documented for PE 9806 U.
- Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U
- Caution
- Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U
- Better fit
In practice
Differences you will notice
A big loaf is the starting point for the larger machine
At 2.2 lb, the PE9806U's smallest documented selection equals the PE9706U's maximum. A small household that buys the larger machine needs a realistic plan for that minimum bake, and should not assume the recipe can simply be halved.
How we worked this out
PE9806U offers 2.2, 2.76 and 3.3 lb selections, while PE9706U tops out at 2.2 lb.
Capacity trade-offs look different once you freeze bread
A 50% increase, 1.1 lb of nominal recipe capacity, comes with the larger maximum. It can suit batch baking when the household will portion and store the extra bread properly. No fixed number of slices is promised.
How we worked this out
1.1 ÷ 2.2 = 50%, where 3.3 − 2.2 = 1.1 lb.
A second paddle goes with a different batch format
Two active paddles run in the larger machine and a single active paddle in the smaller one. That matters for pan layout and cleaning. Paddle count alone is no basis for inferring better dough or measured kneading performance.
How we worked this out
The pan configurations of the exact selected PE9706U and PE9806U.
Option A
Neretva, PE9706U
2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U
If you want fruit or nut bread without heading back to the kitchen for an add-in alert, the automatic dispenser is the upgrade that helps.
- Best for
- A single active paddle appeals to you, and a 2.2 lb maximum is enough.
Facts we checked
- Maximum loaf: 2.2 lb
- Large model minimum: Smaller model maximum is 2.2 lb
- Active paddles: Single kneading paddle
- Timed add-ins: Automatic dispenser
Option B
Neretva, PE9806U
3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U
Look at the two-pound-plus minimum first, before deciding you need the extra capacity. The machine is for families who want a larger loaf and automatic fruit or nut additions together.
- Best for
- A supported batch above 2.2 lb is part of your regular baking.
Facts we checked
- Maximum loaf: 3.3 lb
- Large model minimum: Smallest documented selection is 2.2 lb
- Active paddles: Two active kneading paddles
- Timed add-ins: Automatic dispenser
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U | Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum loaf | 2.2 lb | 3.3 lb | The larger model's nominal maximum is 50% higher. |
| Large model minimum | Smaller model maximum is 2.2 lb | Smallest documented selection is 2.2 lb | Where the smaller model tops out is where the large one starts. |
| Active paddles | Single kneading paddle | Two active kneading paddles | A different pan and kneading arrangement is used for the large loaf. |
| Timed add-ins | Automatic dispenser | Automatic dispenser | Automating suitable additions is no reason on its own to need the larger model. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U
- Not every ingredient in a bread recipe can go through a dispenser.
With Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U
- The published wattage and weight values conflict, so they are not used to rank it.
Change of plan
When the answer changes
A single active paddle appeals to you, and a 2.2 lb maximum is enough.
Go with Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U. One active paddle is used by the PE9706U, and the larger PE9806U uses two. Preferring a single-paddle pan to handle is a separate matter from any claim about measured cleaning time.
A supported batch above 2.2 lb is part of your regular baking.
Go with Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U. Above the smaller model’s 2.2 lb maximum, the PE9806U supports 2.76 and 3.3 lb selections. The extra capacity matters when your recipe and household use it.
Your recipe goes beyond the documented flour or loaf limits of both models.
Neither model fits. Either pick a supported recipe size or use a different machine. A recipe scaled up can overflow the pan.
Decision guide
How to decide
If its 2.2 lb maximum is enough and you prefer a single active paddle, go with the PE9706U. If you want documented 2.2 to 3.3 lb batches, go with the dual-paddle PE9806U.
A big loaf is the starting point for the larger machine
At 2.2 lb, the PE9806U's smallest documented selection equals the PE9706U's maximum. A small household that buys the larger machine needs a realistic plan for that minimum bake, and should not assume the recipe can simply be halved.
Capacity trade-offs look different once you freeze bread
A 50% increase, 1.1 lb of nominal recipe capacity, comes with the larger maximum. It can suit batch baking when the household will portion and store the extra bread properly. No fixed number of slices is promised.
A second paddle goes with a different batch format
Two active paddles run in the larger machine and a single active paddle in the smaller one. That matters for pan layout and cleaning. Paddle count alone is no basis for inferring better dough or measured kneading performance.
What this page can’t tell you
- The loaf weights are nominal supported recipe sizes. Matched tests for baking, noise or energy have not been performed here, and a gluten-free course does not show freedom from allergen cross-contact.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the bread makers we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
Show the facts and the math
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| Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U |
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| Neretva 3.3 lb Bread Maker PE9806U |
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Neretva 2.2 lb Bread Maker PE9706U
A single active paddle appeals to you, and a 2.2 lb maximum is enough.
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A supported batch above 2.2 lb is part of your regular baking.
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