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Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

DUMOS Countertop Ice Maker, Portable 1.5L Ice Machine with Self-Cleaning, 26.5lbs/24H Fast Ice Making, 9 Bullet Ice Cubes in 6 Mins, 2 Size Options, Quiet Compact Ice Maker, White

A compact countertop ice maker that promises 9 bullet cubes in 6 minutes and up to 26.5 lb of ice per day. Good for small households and parties, but note mixed owner reports on durability and included accessories.

80.5 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Chest Freezer, Small Deep 4.0 Cubic Feet Black Freezers, Compact Top Open Door with Electronic Panel, Temp Range -12 ℉ to 50 ℉, Two Storage Wire Baskets, Manual Defrost

A compact 4.0 cu ft top-opening chest freezer with an electronic control panel, two wire baskets, and manual defrost. Good fit for one–two person households but watch for shipping dents and mixed noise reports.

92.2 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Xbeauty Ice Makers Countertop,Protable Ice Maker Machine with Self-Cleaning, 26Lbs/24H,9 Ice Cubes/8 Mins, Ice Scoop, and Basket for Home/Kitchen/Office/Party-Black

A compact, budget-friendly countertop ice maker billed to produce up to 26 lb of bullet ice per day. Fast, quiet, and portable — with owner feedback on speed, longevity, and what to watch for.

94.2 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

NEWBULIG Nugget Ice Makers Countertop, Portable Nugget Ice Machine, Ready in 6 Mins, 24lbs in 24Hrs, Auto-Cleaning, with Basket and Scoop, for Home, Kitchen, RV, Camping, Green

Compact countertop nugget ice maker that promises 6-minute cycles, 24 lb/day output and a 1.55L removable tank. Mixed owner feedback on reliability and how well the holding bin keeps ice frozen.

74.4 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

KOVIET Nugget Ice Makers Countertop, Soft Pebble Ice Machine, Chewable Crushed Pellet Ice 42lbs/Day, Self-Cleaning Drainpipe Ice Maker for Party, Home, Kitchen, Bar, Office, Black

A compact countertop nugget ice maker that makes soft, chewable pellet ice and up to 42 lbs/day. Quiet and quick when it works, but owners report cleaning needs and some durability risks.

72.4 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Nugget Ice Maker Countertop - Silonn Pebble Ice Maker Machine Crushed Ice, Pellet Ice 44 lbs per Day, Pull-Out Water Tank and Removable Ice Basket for Home, Kitchen, Stainless Steel

A compact stainless-steel nugget ice maker that promises 44 lb/day, a pull-out water tank and self-cleaning. Great ice quality for cocktails and cold drinks, but owners report noise and durability issues.

64.3 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

EUHOMY Nugget Ice Makers Countertop, Ready in 8 Mins, 35lbs/24H, Self-Cleaning, Portable Ice Maker Machine with Ice Scoop & Basket, Sonic Ice Maker with Chewable Pellet Ice for Home/Party/RV/Camping

A compact countertop nugget ice maker that promises chewable, Sonic-style ice in 8–10 minutes and up to 35 lb/day. Good for single users and small kitchens, but owners report mixed reliability and occasional electrical/noise problems.

72.7 Dude Score Read
Compact Refrigerators

Igloo 3.2 Cu.Ft. Mini Fridge with Freezer - Single Door Compact Refrigerator with Glass Shelves for Homes, Dorms & Offices- Keep Snacks, Drinks & Frozen Foods Cool with Temperature Control Mini Fridge

Compact 3.2 cu. ft. mini fridge with a small freezer, glass shelves and adjustable thermostat. Good fit for dorms and offices, but owners report mixed noise and reliability.

86.9 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
Compact Refrigerators

Erivess 24 Cans/0.9 Cubic Feet Beverage Refrigerator Cooler and Skincare Mini Fridge with Mirrored Front Door & Temperature Control, Countertop Small Fridge for Soda, Beer and Cosmetics, Skincare

A mirrored, countertop mini fridge for drinks and skincare. Solid look and quiet compressor, but mixed reliability and a few design quirks to check before buying.

92.5 Dude Score Read
Compact Refrigerators

Chest Freezer 5.0 Cu.Ft Compact Chest Freezers with 7 Adjustable Thermostat Top Open Door Freezer Compressor Cooling with Removable Storage Basket, Energy Saving Perfect for Home Bar Dorm

A small, quiet chest freezer with a 5.0 cu.ft capacity, adjustable thermostat and an R600a compressor. Good for tight spaces — owners praise the silence and efficiency but some report reliability issues after months of use.

90.7 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Countertop Ice Maker Machine – 8 Bullet Ice in 6 Mins, 26.5lbs/24Hrs Output – Self-Cleaning Portable Design with Selectable Ice Size & Touch Display for Home/Office/Bar

A compact, budget-friendly countertop ice maker that produces bullet-style cubes fast. Useful for small households, dorms, and RVs — owners praise output but warn the cubes are wet and melt fast.

92.4 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Igloo Portable Ice Maker with Scoop & Basket- Ice Maker with LED Control Panel & 1.5 Quart Water Tank-Ice Cube Maker Produces 26 Lbs. of Ice in 24 Hours With 8 Large or Small Cubes In 7 Minutes- Black

A compact countertop ice maker that promises 26 lbs/day and a self-clean cycle. Fast cycles and a small footprint—good for small groups, but expect frequent refills and mixed reliability reports.

77.8 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Electactic Countertop Ice Maker Machine 18lbs/24H, 6-Min Fast Bullet Portable Ice Maker, 6.69” Slim Space-Saving with Auto-Drain Drawer, Self-Cleaning, Scoop for Kitchen RV, Black

Compact bullet-ice maker with a slim 6.69" width and a listed 18 lb/day capacity. Good fit for small kitchens, RVs, or a home bar — owners report mixed long-term durability.

91.3 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Electactic Ice Maker Machine Countertop Portable Compact Small Bullet Ice Maker with Self Cleaning,9 Cubes in 6 Mins,26lbs in 24Hrs, for Home and Kitchen(Black)

A compact countertop ice maker that promises 9 bullet ice cubes in about 6 minutes, a self-clean cycle, and a small footprint. This review sorts the specs from owner experience so you know what fits your kitchen and habits.

94.2 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

Chest Freezer 3.5 Cu.Ft Mini 7 Gears Temperature Control Compact Deep Freezer with Top Open Door and Removable Storage Basket Black

A compact, budget chest freezer with 7 temperature modes, a 70W compressor, and a 3.5 cu ft footprint — good for apartments and dorms, with owner praise for quiet operation and fast cooling.

89.6 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

DUMOS Countertop Ice Maker with Handle, 26lbs/24H Portable Ice Machine, 9 Bullet Cubes Ready in 6 Mins, Self-Cleaning, Quiet Compact for Home, Kitchen, RV, Camping, Bright Black

A compact, portable countertop ice maker that promises 26.5 lb of bullet ice per day, two cube sizes, and a self-cleaning cycle—best for small households, RV trips, and occasional entertaining.

88.2 Dude Score Read
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers

OLIXIS Ice Maker Machine, 26lbs in 24Hrs, 9 Ice Cubes in 6 Mins,Auto-Cleaning Portable Ice Maker with Basket and Scoop, Countertop Ice Maker for Home/Kitchen/Camping/RV, White

A compact countertop ice maker that’s fast and quiet with a 1 L tank and 26 lb/day capacity. Good for small kitchens, RVs and parties — but check basket size and insulation.

83.4 Dude Score Read
Compact Refrigerators

Feelfunn 24 Cans Beverage Refrigerator Cooler - Mini Fridge with Digital Temperature Control, Soda Wine Beer Drink Fridge - Small Refrigerator for Office Home Bedroom Dorm Bar, Black

Compact compressor mini fridge with a 0.6 cu. ft. capacity and digital controls. This review breaks down capacity, cooling, noise, and owner-reported installation issues so you know what to expect.

91.8 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
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