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Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Antarctic Star Portable Countertop Ice Maker with Self-Cleaning, 18Lbs/24H, One-Touch Operation, Ice Scoop for Home, Kitchen, Office(Black)

A compact 110V countertop ice maker that promises 7‑minute cycles and up to 18 lbs of ice per day. Good for small households and parties, but expect regular cleaning and modest hopper capacity.

92.1 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Ice Maker Countertop, 9 Bullet Ice Cubes in 6 Minutes, 26lbs/24Hrs with 2 Sizes, Portable Ice Machine with Basket, Scoop and Ice Pack, Compact ice Maker for Home, Kitchen, Camping, Party

A compact countertop ice maker that promises bullet ice in 6 minutes and 26 lbs/day. Fast and portable for small kitchens and parties, but owners report noise and some durability issues.

77.6 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Maker Countertop, 34Lbs/24H, Soft Chewable Ice, Self-Cleaning, Portable Ice Machine, Fast Making in 8 Mins, Ice Basket & Scoop, Stainless Steel Black

A compact countertop nugget (pebble) ice maker that delivers up to 34 lb/day and quick first batches. Fast and useful for drinks, but expect noise, cleaning quirks, and a small ice basket.

91.8 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Simple Deluxe Portable Countertop Ice Maker, 26lbs Ice/24H, 9 Ice Cubes in 6 Minutes, with Basket and Ice Spoon, Self-Cleaning, for Indoor and Outdoor, Black

A compact, quiet countertop ice maker that promises 26 lb/day and 9 cubes in 6–8 minutes. Great for small kitchens, parties, and camping — but owners report mixed long-term reliability.

90.3 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Ice Maker Countertop, Portable Ice Machine Self-Cleaning, Portable Ice Cube Maker with Ice Scoop and Basket, Ice Cube Maker for Home Kitchen Party

A compact, stainless-steel countertop ice maker that promises fast bullet ice and quiet operation. Read how owners rate real-world reliability, noise, and fit for apartments, RVs and parties.

80.6 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Silonn Portable Ice Maker, Ice Maker Countertop with Carry Handle, Self-Cleaning 1.8L Water Tank Large Ice Basket, Ice Machine Produces 9 Cubes in 6 Min Perfect for Home Kitchen and RV

A compact countertop ice maker with a 1.8L tank and up to 22 lbs/day output. Good for RVs and occasional home use; owners report mixed noise, melting, and output consistency.

84.1 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

EUHOMY Countertop Ice Maker Machine with Handle, 26.2lbs Per Day, 9 Bullet Cubes in 6 Mins, Self-Cleaning Portable Ice Maker with Basket and Scoop, for Home/Kitchen/Camping/RV (Black)

A compact, fast countertop ice maker that promises 26 lb/day and bullet-shaped cubes in about 6 minutes. Good for apartments, RVs, and small gatherings — but read the safety/setup notes.

87.1 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

VIVOHOME Electric Portable Compact Countertop Automatic Ice Cube Maker Machine with Hand Scoop 10 Ice Bags and Self Cleaning Function 27lbs/Day Black

VIVOHOME's portable countertop ice maker promises 27 lbs/day, quick 6–10 minute cycles, and a self-clean function. Good for parties and RVs, but some owners report lifespan issues.

90.6 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Erivess Ice Makers Countertop, Portable Ice Machine Maker Self-Cleaning, 26Lbs/24H, 9 Bullet Cubes Ready in 6 Mins, Scoop and Basket, for Home/Office/Kitchen

A compact countertop ice maker that promises fast bullet-shaped ice (nine cubes in 6–8 minutes) and up to 26 lb per day. Good for small kitchens and bars, but check fit, placement, and the listing’s material/spec details before buying.

91.1 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Silonn Ice Maker Countertop 44lbs/Day, Ice Cube Maker with Self-Cleaning, Stainless Steel Ice Machine with 2 Water Fill Options, Compact for Home Office Bar Party

A compact stainless-steel countertop ice maker that promises 44 lb/day, dual water-fill, and a 20-minute self-clean mode. Mixed owner reports on reliability make a pre-purchase checklist essential.

81.1 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

EUHOMY Ice Maker Countertop, Portable Ice Machine with Carry Handle, 26.5lbs Per Day, 9 Cubes in 6 Mins, Auto-Cleaning, with Basket and Scoop, for Home, Kitchen, Camping, RV

A compact, stainless-steel countertop ice maker that promises 9 bullet cubes in 6 minutes and up to 26.5 lb/day. Practical for apartments, RVs, and small gatherings with a few caveats on noise and how cold the ice stays.

96.2 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Avanti Ice Maker Mighty Ice Countertop Design Makes 26 Pounds of Bullet-Shaped Ice Cubes in 24 Hours, Digital Touch Controls and Self Cleaning Function, Includes Scoop, Black

Compact, fast, and marketed as portable, the Avanti Mighty Ice produces bullet-shaped ice quickly — but buyer reports flag noise and mixed long-term reliability.

89.7 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Nugget Countertop Ice Maker with Soft Chewable Ice 40Lbs, Pebble Sonic Ice Machine with Basket and Scoop, Ready in 5 Mins, 40Lbs/24H, Auto Self-Cleaning, for Home, Kitchen, Office, Party, Camping

The Keenstar ZB-05 promises chewable nugget ice, quick cycles, and countertop portability — owners love the texture but many report failures and discolored ice after months of use.

60.9 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Antarctic Star Countertop Ice Maker with Soft Chewable Pellet Ice, 34lbs/24Hrs, One-Click Operation, Self-Cleaning Portable Peddle Ice Machine with Ice Scoop for Kitchen,Office,Bar,RV (Grey)

A compact nugget ice maker that promises chewable pellet ice, quick cycles, and a self-cleaning mode. Good for couples and small spaces — owners report mixed noise and melting behavior.

86.6 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

COWSAR Ice Maker Countertop, Portable Ice Makers Countertop, 26.5lbs/24Hrs, 8 Bullet Ice Cubes in 6 Mins, Ice Basket and Scoop, Self Cleaning Mini Ice Machine for Home, Kitchen, Camping

A compact, budget-friendly countertop ice maker that promises first ice in 6 minutes and a 26.5 lb/day capacity. Good for small kitchens, RVs, and parties — but check noise and storage needs.

91.7 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Makers Countertop with Auto-Cleaning, 35lbs/Day, Portable Sonic Ice Machine with Handle, Basket and Scoop for Home/Kitchen/Office/Camping(Stainless Steel Silver)

A compact countertop nugget-ice maker that promises Sonic-style chewable ice, quick production (first batch ~8 minutes) and up to 35 lb/day. Good for small kitchens, offices, and coffee lovers who want soft, chewable ice.

94.6 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Electactic Ice Makers Countertop,26Lbs/24H,8Pcs in 6Mins,Portable Ice Maker Machine with Self-Cleaning,Interior Lighting,2 Sizes of Bullet Ice for Home/Office/Party(Black)

The Electactic countertop ice maker promises quick bullet ice (8 cubes in 6 minutes) and up to 26 lb every 24 hours in a compact metal body. Owners love the speed and two-size option but flag a small reservoir, fiddly fill line, and occasional leaks.

82.2 Dude Score Read
Appliances

Nugget Ice Maker Countertop, Portable Ice Makers Machine with Removable Basket and Scoop, Self-Cleaning, Quiet, 6-Min Ready, 24lbs in 24Hrs, Visible, for Home, Party, RV, Camping, Green

A compact nugget ice maker that promises chewable ice in 6 minutes, 24 lb/day production, and a self-clean cycle — ideal for coffee bars, apartments, and RVs, with a few durability caveats.

82.5 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

BREEZOME Ice Maker Countertop, 9 Ice Cubes in 6 mins, Self-Cleaning Portable Ice Machine with Basket and Scoop, 2 Sizes of Bullet Ice for Home Kitchen Party Camping RV

Fast, compact ice maker that promises 9 bullet cubes in 6–8 minutes and a 1.5L tank. Owners praise speed and capacity but some report intermittent loud compressor knocking.

86.9 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Maker Countertop, 33 Lbs/24H, Automatic Ice Dispenser, Self-Cleaning Portable Ice Machine, 1.8L Water Tank, Touch Screen & Auto Ice Drop, for Home/Office/Kitchen

A portable countertop nugget ice maker that promises 33 lb/day production, a 1.8 L tank, and touch controls. Fast ice and handy for small parties, with a few noise and storage caveats to check.

94.3 Dude Score Read
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