Are you tired of constantly running out of ice or dealing with trays that take hours to freeze? Say goodbye to those struggles because in this blog post, we’ve compared the 4 most popular ice cube making machines for home to help you choose the best one for your needs. With these handy gadgets, you’ll always have a steady supply of ice ready for your favorite beverages and cocktails.
Ice cube making machines have become increasingly popular for home use, as they offer convenience and efficiency when it comes to keeping your drinks cool. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply enjoying a refreshing beverage at home, having a reliable ice maker can make a world of difference in your daily routine.
Want to make sure that you also have ice cubes when not around your ice cube maker? Check out our review of ice cube buckets!
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GE Profile
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LUMA
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Silonn
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NewAir
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Price
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$312,00
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$239,00
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$110,00
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$304,05
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Model
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Opal 2.0
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IM200SS
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SLIM01B
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AI-215SS
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Capacity (lbs./day)
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24
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28
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27
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50
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Cycle Duration
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13-15 minutes
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20 minutes
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6-12 minutes
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6-9 minutes
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Ice Cube Type
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Nugget
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Standard
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Bullet
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Bullet
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Ice Cube Size
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Small
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Small
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Small & Medium
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Small, Medium & Large
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Machine Size
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17.5"D x 10.5"W x 16.5"H
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11.1"D x 14.3"W x 13.9"H
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12.3"D x 8.7"W x 12.5"H
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17.2"D x 15.3"W x 16.5"H
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The GE Profile Opal 2.0
If you’re not familiar with nugget ice, it’s a soft, chewable type of ice ideal for blended drinks like smoothies and frozen margaritas. Nugget ice is also excellent for blended cocktails, as it keeps your drink cooler for longer without diluting the flavors. This machine produces restaurant-quality ice that’s not wet, making it easy to separate if it sticks together.
This stylish stainless steel ice maker produces 1 pound of ice nuggets per hour, and the bin can hold up to 3 pounds. The clear, illuminated bin lets you see how much ice is available and is easy to pull forward when scooping ice (a scoop is included). You can open the bin while ice is still being made, and any ice made while the bin is open falls into the water reservoir. The bin is also insulated to keep the ice cold, and as it melts, the machine automatically makes more.
Another nice feature is that the GE Profile Opal connects to Wi-Fi, allowing you to control it remotely.Β
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We Like:
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We Don't Like:
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Makes special nugget ice cubes
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Noise level is high
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Easy maintenance
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Nice design
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Wi-Fi connectivity
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We Don't Like:
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Large quantity per batch
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Bulky
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Very low noise level
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Batches take some time
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We Don't Like:
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Portable
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Inconsistent ice cube size
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Different ice cube sizes possible
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Ice cubes are cloudy
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The NewAir AI-215SS
This ice maker is large and heavy but canΒ produce an impressive 50 pounds of ice per day, with 12 pieces ready in just seven minutes. You can select from three different ice sizes and use the 18-hour timer to make ice according to your schedule. Indicator lights notify you when to add water or when the removable ice bin is full, and an included ice scoop makes serving easy. While the bin is not refrigerated, it is better insulated than other smaller models we tested, so the ice eventually melts more slowly.
Requiring minimal maintenance, this machine features a self-cleaning mode and produces ice rapidlyβa full bin is achievable within two hours on the small setting. Although the bullet ice cubes were a bit cloudy and irregularly sized, and the machine emitted a strong whirring noise during operation, its overall performance was impressive. Due to its size and weight, draining the machine can be challenging, so itβs advisable to place a dish towel underneath to catch any drips during the draining process.
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Large production capacity
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Produces uneven ice cubes
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Self-cleaning mode
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Noisy
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Integrated timer
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