EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker Review — Countertop Pebble Ice

Intro

Countertop nugget (pebble) ice makers are an easy way to get chewable, slow-melting ice at home without plumbing. The EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker is a stainless-steel portable unit the listing says makes pebble-style ice in about 7 minutes, with a claimed production of up to 35 pounds every 24 hours and a 1.1L water tank. That positioning — a compact, no-plumbing countertop machine — is useful for daily drinks, smoothies, and chewing ice. But owner feedback surfaces a few practical limitations to weigh before you put this on your counter: noise and heat during operation, ice that melts in the bin unless moved to a freezer, occasional clogging or chunking of ice, and a few isolated reports of early refrigerant issues that the manufacturer replaced under support.

What it is / first look

The EUHOMY IM013-NSI-USEH is a portable nugget/pebble ice maker listed in stainless steel (default) and silver colorways. The listing states the unit measures 11" deep x 9.1" wide x 12.6" high, runs on 115 volts at 130 watts, and uses R600a refrigerant. The listing describes the machine as having a 1.1L water tank, producing up to 35 pounds of pebble ice every 24 hours, and capable of making ice in as little as 7 minutes. Included in the box per the listing are the ice maker itself, an ice scoop, and a manual; warranty coverage is listed as a 1-year manufacturer warranty.

Visually and materially, the listing identifies the material type as stainless steel. The images and the color options—Stainless Steel and Silver—reinforce a metal-finish look; the listing also calls out a protective blue/green film you should remove before first use.

In daily use

Owners' reports paint a practical picture of what daily ownership looks like: predictable pebble ice, easy operation, and reasonable capacity for day-to-day household needs — but some inconveniences if you expect a hands-off, party-sized machine.

Getting started and routine operation

The listing emphasizes simplicity: press the labeled ICE button to start and press-and-hold the CLEAN button for about five seconds to trigger the self-cleaning cycle. Owners consistently say the machine is straightforward to fill and use, and that the included ice scoop and removable basket make scooping and transferring ice easy. Multiple owners also suggest letting the unit sit upright for 24 hours before the first use; that tip comes from buyer feedback rather than the product bullets, so treat it as an owner-recommended step to reduce startup issues.

How fast is ice made?

The listing claims nugget ice in about 7 minutes, and that figure appears in many product summaries. Owner timing varies: some report first ice dropping in as little as ~3–10 minutes, others say the initial sheet can take 15–20 minutes depending on conditions. Expect variability in first-cycle timing; ambient temperature and how long the unit was left upright before first power-up are among the factors owners mention.

Production & capacity in real use

The listing’s headline number — up to 35 pounds per 24 hours — is the machine’s claimed daily output. Owners describe a more practical on-counter capacity: a full reservoir and cycle will typically fill roughly two 1-gallon bags’ worth of ice before you need to transfer it to a freezer. Several owners specifically note this is not a party unit: it works well for daily home beverage needs, snacks, and small gatherings, but producing enough ice for a large party or a full beverage tub would take a long time.

Ice form, clarity, and handling

The listing markets this as a nugget/pebble ice maker. Owner feedback emphasizes chewable, crunchy pebble-style ice that’s pleasant for drinks and snacking. A few owners describe the ice as clear and satisfying to chew, while other buyers note the freshly made ice often forms together as a chunk (a 3x6 grid or block) and can require stirring, breaking, or scooping to separate. Multiple owners recommend stirring or agitating the basket periodically as it fills to prevent the chute from clogging or the cubes from bonding into larger pieces.

Noise, heat, and placement

Noise levels are mixed in owner reports. Several buyers call the unit quiet and barely noticeable; others say the fan and the sound of ice dropping into the bin are clearly audible and, in some open-plan rooms, noticeable while watching TV. Owners also report the unit runs warm and that its exterior and vents produce heat during operation. Because of that heat/noise pattern, some buyers moved the machine off the main counter to a laundry room or a different space. If you have a small apartment kitchen or an open-plan living area, plan where you’ll place it and expect the unit to be audible during ice cycles.

Melting and storage behavior

The listing doesn't describe built-in freezing or long-term ice storage. Owner feedback is consistent on this point: the machine does not keep ice frozen inside the bin for long in normal household temperatures. Ice left in the machine will melt and the water will recycle back into the reservoir, so owners typically transfer made ice to a freezer bag or a chest freezer for storage if they want it to stay solid. That behavior is common for countertop portable ice makers and is worth noting if you expect on-site ice storage.

Design friction points owners mention

• False full sensors or tripped