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Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

FRIGIDAIRE Nugget Ice Maker with Removable Tank, 38lb Daily Ice Production, 2.6 lb Ice Bin, Countertop Ice Maker with Pull-Out Ice Drawer, Electronic Controls, Ice Scoop & Drip Tray

A countertop nugget ice maker that promises restaurant-style chewable ice and high daily output, but owner reports show reliability problems worth noting before you buy.

41.0 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Dessiz Commercial Ice Maker Machine, 100lbs/24H and 45pcs Stainless Steel Freestanding Ice Machine, Tap Water & Top Loading Under Counter ice Maker,Self-Cleaning for Bar Office Restaurant

A compact commercial-style ice maker that claims up to 100 lb of ice per day and fast 8–15 minute cycles. Good for home bars, offices, and light commercial use — with a few installation and manual warnings to watch for.

74.5 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Nugget Ice Maker Countertop : 44Lbs/24H - Self-Cleaning Ice Machine with Removable Tank & Ice Basket for Home, Kitchen, Office

A countertop nugget ice maker that promises 44 lb/day and chewable ice in 10 minutes. Good output and ice quality, but owners report melt management and noise issues to consider.

94.2 Dude Score Read
Appliances

24" Dual Zone Wine & Beverage Refrigerator – Under Counter Cooler with Upgraded Cooling & Blue LED Light, Hold 20 Bottles and 88 Cans Large Capacity Wine Fridge, Built-In or Freestanding – Black

A 24" dual-zone under-counter fridge that claims quiet compressor cooling, a 20-bottle/88-can capacity, and flexible built-in or freestanding use. Strong value but check delivery, leveling, and floor protection.

95.0 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

COWSAR Ice Maker Countertop, Portable Ice Machine with Self-Cleaning, 8 Cubes in 6 Mins, 26 lbs/24Hrs, Quiet Commercial Compact Ice Machine for Home, Camping, Bar, Stainless Steel Sliver

A compact, portable countertop ice maker that promises fast, quiet ice production (as little as 6 minutes) and 26 lb/24h capacity. Owners praise speed and size; a few report failures.

89.1 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

DUMOS Ice Makers Countertop with Handle Ice Machine, Fast in 6 Mins, 26lbs in 24 Hours, Quiet Self-Cleaning, Compact Size Portable for Home, Kitchen, RV, Camping,Modern Black

Compact countertop ice maker that promises 9 bullet cubes in 6 minutes and up to 26 lb/day. Fast and portable, but owner reports show mixed reliability over months.

79.4 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

GE Profile Opal 1.0 Nugget Ice Maker| Countertop Pebble Ice Maker | Portable Ice Machine Makes up to 34 lbs of Ice Per Day | Stainless Steel

The GE Profile Opal 1.0 makes chewable nugget ice and aims to be a countertop upgrade for home bars. This review parses the listing claims, owner experiences on noise and reliability, and what to check before you buy.

71.6 Dude Score Read
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