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Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Simple Deluxe Countertop Ice Maker Machine, 6 Mins 9 Bullet Ice, 26lbs Ice Per Day, 13.7lbs, Self-Cleaning Ice Maker with Handle, Basket, Spoon, for Home Office Party, Silver

Compact countertop ice maker that claims 9 bullet cubes in 6–8 minutes and up to 26 lb/day. Quiet, portable, and budget-friendly — but read the notes on cleaning and fit.

96.2 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

COSTWAY Countertop Ice Maker, 40LBS/24H Portable Compact Ice Machine with Top Inlet Hole, Auto Self-Cleaning Function, 24 pcs Ice Cube in 15 Mins, Ice Scoop and Basket Perfect for Home, Party, Office

A compact countertop ice maker rated for 40 lb per day with a stainless-steel body, self-cleaning mode and a top bottle inlet. Good for parties and busy families, but owner reports on noise, leaks and occasional failures are mixed.

82.8 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Makers Countertop, Portable Ice Machine with Ice Scoop & Basket, 34Lbs/24H, Self-Cleaning, One Click Operation for Camping/RV/Party (Stainless Steel Black)

Compact nugget ice maker with a 34 lb/day capacity and stainless-steel styling. Works well for casual daily use and parties but owner feedback on noise and early failures is mixed.

86.4 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

hOmeLabs Countertop Nugget Ice Maker - Stainless Steel with Touch Screen - Portable and Compact - Chewable Nugget Ice Machine - Produces Up to 44lb of Ice Per Day

A heavy, stainless-steel countertop nugget ice maker that produces lots of soft ice but draws repeated owner complaints for noise, melting/clumping in the drawer, and durability issues.

66.6 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Kenmore Countertop Ice Maker Nugget Machine – Portable Self-Cleaning Máquina de Hacer Hielo para Casa, Crunchy Chewable Pebble Ice, 40lb/24hr Capacity, Stainless Steel

A compact nugget ice maker that promises chewable pebble ice in minutes; owners praise ice quality and compact size but report mixed reliability. Read what to check before you buy.

84.6 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

EUHOMY Ice Cube Maker Machine Countertop with External Water Tank, 2 Ways to Add Water, 34Lbs/Day, 16Pcs Ready in 7 Mins, Auto-Cleaning, with Ice Scoop & Basket, for Home/Kitchen/Office/Bar (Black)

A compact countertop ice maker that promises solid, clear cubes and up to 34 lb/day output. Good for parties and home bars — with notable noise and reliability caveats from owners.

81.1 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Electactic Countertop Ice Cube Maker Machine with External Water Tank,16Pcs/5Mins,34Lbs/Day,2 Ways to Add Water,Portable Compact Small Ice Maker with Self-Cleaning,Perfect for Home/Kitchen/Camping/RV

Compact countertop ice maker that makes 16 cubes in 5 minutes and lists up to 34 lb/day. Good for small kitchens and RVs; owners flag mixed noise and cleaning issues.

84.8 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

EUHOMY Smart Nugget Ice Maker Countertop, Pebble Ice Maker Machine with APP/Alexa Control, 40lbs/24H, Ready in 7 Mins, Self-Cleaning, Portable Sonic Ice Makers with Hanging Ice Scoop for Home/Office

Compact, app-enabled nugget (pebble) ice maker that makes chewable ice in about 7 minutes and up to 40 lb/day. ETL-certified and portable, but owners report mixed noise and longevity.

86.0 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

COSTWAY Countertop Ice Maker, 26Lbs/24H Portable Ice Machine with Self-Cleaning Function, Bullet Ice Cubes Ready in 8 Mins, Scoop and Removable Basket,Ice Maker for Home Party Bar, Red

Practical review of the COSTWAY countertop ice maker—fast 8-minute bullet ice, 26 lb/day capacity, ETL certification, and mixed owner reports about longevity and maintenance.

85.5 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Iceman Compact Pebble Ice Machine, Countertop Nugget Ice Maker Produces Chewable Pellet Ice in 8 Minutes, Makes 26lbs/Day, One-Touch Cleaning Function with Ice Scoop/Basket Included – Black

A compact countertop nugget ice maker that promises chewable pebble ice in as little as 8 minutes and up to 26 lb/day. Solid features, easy use — mixed longevity reports.

87.1 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

DUMOS Ice Maker Countertop Ice Machine Compact Size with Handle, 26lbs in 24Hrs, Black

A compact countertop ice maker that promises up to 26.5 lb of bullet-shaped ice per day, a quick 6-minute cycle, and a self-cleaning mode. Mixed owner reports on long-term reliability.

76.3 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
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

GoveeLife Smart Countertop Ice Maker, App & Voice Control, 26lbs/Day, 9 Bullet Ice Cubes in 6 Mins, 3 Sizes, Self-Cleaning, RGB Ice Basket, Portable Ice Machine with Scoop for Home Kitchen, Silver

App-controlled countertop ice maker that promises nine bullet cubes in 6 minutes and up to 26 lb/day. Great for apartments and casual entertaining, with a few storage and noise tradeoffs to know.

91.4 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Countertop Ice Maker Machine, 8 Ice Cubes in 6 mins, 26lb/Day Ice with 2 Sizes- Portable Mini, Energy Saving & Basket/Scoop for Home/Party/Travel/Camping/Bar,Black

Compact countertop ice maker that claims 26 lb/day, two ice sizes, and a self-clean function. Great for small kitchens, RVs, and occasional parties — with a few durability notes.

90.6 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Kismile Nugget Ice Makers Countertop,Portable Ice Machine with Crushed Ice, 35lbs/Day,Self-Cleaning,One-Click Operation for Home Use(Silver)

A compact countertop nugget ice maker that promises 35 lb/day and one‑touch self-cleaning. Solid for casual home use but owners report mixed results on noise, drainage, and long-term reliability.

89.9 Dude Score Read
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