I really like this ice maker for the one month I have had it. I give it only 4 stars because I haven't had it long enough to have experienced any problems keeping it clean or to evaluate possible reliability problems. So far it does what I wanted it to do. I also agree with all previous comments. The cubes are smaller than I would prefer and they do have holes in them. But the unit is compact, reasonably attractive as an appliance and produces acceptable ice. I haven't owned any previous stand alone ice makers but I find the quality of the ice acceptable as a substitute for the ice my refrigerator unit (no longer working) used to produce. I would say the quantity of ice produced is adequate for either a couple or even a family of four. Ideally you would store the ice made in a freezer and only use the IM200SS periodically. It does make some noise when the compressor is operating so placing it in a bedroom might not be advisable. But in a kitchen or living room it shouldn't matter.
UPDATE 11/17/2014 I've had this ice maker for a year now and I'm lowering the rating I give it from four stars to only two. At the moment it is still making acceptable ice but there have been problems. The first was that a brown scum would accumulate in the area under the ice bucket. I assumed that some metallic part in the ice maker was rusting but it may be something else though I can't imagine what that would be. I cleaned that tank. Oddly the ice itself never seemed to be affected (no odd taste.) Then it began making ice that was too thick to eject into the bucket. I turned it off and allowed it to reach room temperature and then only partly filled the water reserve tank. That fixed that problem. Next the controller that limits the amount of water from the reserve each ice making cycle stopped working and all the water in the water reserve tank would flow into the tank under the ice bucket and flood the ice. Not good. Again I even more severely limited the amount of water I would put into the water reserve tank and also contrived to raise the ice bucket about an inch using small button magnets attached under the ice bucket to adjust the height. This last so I could use more water and not have to refill the tank as often. But about two months ago I discovered that the limiter problem has now cured itself (at least for the time being.) Now only the brown scum and thick ice problems remain but they are only intermittent. Still, on balance, I am glad I bought this system because the ice it makes has always been very good. I appreciate that building an ice making machine this compact is challenging. But no more than two stars for this one.
UPDATE 7/17/2017
The problem of keeping the unit clean became progressively more difficult. The brown scum continued to appear and must be rust from some part of the system that should be made of stainless steel. At times the residue in the bottom of the ice reservoir (that is, below the ice bucket) would take on an oily/slimy feel. I just wish they had put more thought into the materials that were in contact with the water. I finally sent the unit to the trash bin about a month ago. In the preceding four months I was needing to clean the unit every two weeks or so. And, although my taste buds aren't what they used to be, I believe I could detect an odd taste to the ice. I started to worry whether I was doing damage to myself using the ice. That together with the difficulty of keeping it clean led me to dispose of the unit.
Final conclusion - if you are willing to buy a new unit every couple of years this is the unit for you as initially I found the ice to be of high quality. But I would hope for more from such an appliance, maybe five years between replacement. So I've lowered the rating to (now) one star.
Luma Comfort Clear Ice Cube Maker Machine | First Cubes In 15 Minutes, 28 lbs. of Ice in 24 Hours | Countertop Portable Desig
3.9 | 1,430 ratings
Price: 249.99
Last update: 06-13-2024
About this item
[MAKE CLEAR ICE THE EASY WAY] - Home mixologists, meet your new best friend. This innovative ice maker makes clear ice cubes when water cascades over a super-cooled ice tray to freeze ice layer by layer, leaving no room for gas or other impurities
[THE CLEAR CHOICE] - Clear ice makes a big difference in the quality of your drinks. It melts more slowly so you don't water down high-quality scotch or tequila. Clear ice cubes also generate less fizz, so you never end up with a half-filled glass
[BPA CERTIFIED PARTS] - Safe drinking water is important to everyone and that includes the ice you add to your glass. This ice maker is made entirely of BPA-free plastic, so you don't have to worry about any harmful chemicals in your ice
[SIMPLE ONE BUTTON OPERATION] - There's no learning curve here! Simply turn the unit on and choose your ice size. Clear indicator lights let you know when ice is ready and when you need to add water without any guesswork
[EXTRA THICK INSULATION] - Keep your ice colder for longer thanks to the ultra-insulated storage area inside this ice maker. Forgot about the last cubes? No worries. Water from melted ice drains back into the machine and is used in the next round
[THE CLEAR CHOICE] - Clear ice makes a big difference in the quality of your drinks. It melts more slowly so you don't water down high-quality scotch or tequila. Clear ice cubes also generate less fizz, so you never end up with a half-filled glass
[BPA CERTIFIED PARTS] - Safe drinking water is important to everyone and that includes the ice you add to your glass. This ice maker is made entirely of BPA-free plastic, so you don't have to worry about any harmful chemicals in your ice
[SIMPLE ONE BUTTON OPERATION] - There's no learning curve here! Simply turn the unit on and choose your ice size. Clear indicator lights let you know when ice is ready and when you need to add water without any guesswork
[EXTRA THICK INSULATION] - Keep your ice colder for longer thanks to the ultra-insulated storage area inside this ice maker. Forgot about the last cubes? No worries. Water from melted ice drains back into the machine and is used in the next round
From the manufacturer
About Newair
Luke and Mariella Peters started Newair in 2001 with a desire to build a company based on their family values. This mission can be traced back to stories from the early days, such as when Mariella chased down a UPS truck, kids in tow, because the garage did not have a UPS pickup. She wanted to make sure customers received their orders on time. Newair, like its founders, has a “whatever it takes” mentality when it comes to customers.
Clear Ice Cube Maker Machine 28 lbs. of Ice in 24 Hours
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Making crystal-clear ice for cocktails is easy with this Countertop Clear Ice Maker. You get all the benefits of perfectly clear ice — slower melting, better taste, less fizz — and all you have to do is add water*. Enjoy up to 28 pounds of crystal-clear ice per day. Intuitive controls make ice-making a breeze, while the insulated interior keeps cubes cold for longer.
- Innovative countertop ice maker makes crystal-clear ice at the touch of a button.
- Clear ice reduces excess carbonation and melts more slowly, making it perfect for cocktails, scotch, soda and more.
- Easy to clean BPA-free parts takes the worry out of your ice.
- Makes up to 28 pounds of crystal-clear ice per day.
- Thick, well-insulated interior stays cold for longer lasting ice.
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Crystal-Clear Ice Made EasyHome mixologists, meet your new best friend. This Countertop Clear Ice Maker allows water to cascade over a super-cooled ice tray to freeze ice layer by layer, leaving no room for gas or other impurities. |
Easy to Clean BPA-Free PartsThis ETL-certified ice maker comes with parts that are both easy to clean and BPA-free. Finished making ice? Simply remove the filters and rubber drain plug and wipe the interior with a sponge or rag. BPA-free parts mean clean, great tasting ice that is safe to enjoy as often as you like. |
Simple, Two Button OperationThis Countertop Clear Ice Maker features a super-simple two-button interface that lets you get down to the business of making and enjoying your favorite cocktails. Clear indicator lights let you know when ice is ready and when you need to add water without any guess work. |
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Top reviews from the United States
George F.
Makes Good Ice Initially But Maintenance Problems Do Occur and Quality of the Ice Declines Over Time (See Updates Below)
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2013
Steve
Cloudy ugly ice is for the common folk - UPDATED
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2015
Steve
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2015
Update 2-22-16 : Luma took the ice maker back for repair. Two weeks after repair the same problem is happening. Their "fix" did not last. We have contacted them again and are awaiting a response.
Update 12-15-15 from 5 to 2 stars:
Overtime the unit is overfilling the lower reservoir. The sensor will not shut off the valve allowing all of the water from the top to flow into the bottom. This is happening at a constant rate now and have reached out to Luma for support. Will update again upon a positive troubleshoot.
Prior Review:
Finally a portable ice maker that makes sense. It creates perfectly clear ice thanks to the industrial design of always having water move over the cooling elements. It makes ice fast. It also doesn't drip water onto your counter like others that condensate on the door and when you open and close spew water over the edges.
I dislike freezer made ice, it's design is all wrong for a round glass. My last portable ice maker, bullet style, finally corroded the wiring from its door condensation issue and wasn't worth the fix.
This ice melts slower than the bullet. The machine is more quiet and the paddle stop is so much smarter than the temp sensor. No more empty tray because one cube got hung up on the sensor!
If you are an ice snob looking for professional results get this machine.
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Javad Shadzi
So far so good, been using it for about a month now. Update, after 6 months it broke and Luma wouldn't warranty it, stay away.
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2014Dar
Not worth it
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2024