This makes plenty of ice for our wants. It's not going to make it super fast, but it'll be faster than filling an ice tray or waiting for your fridge ice maker to get some ice. It makes tiny pellets, and makes roughly two cups of ice at a time. Perfect for us. We simply fill a two gallon freezer bag for some ready made ice and break it up with a rubber mallet when we want some. it does break up really well and doesn't stay in huge chunks. Whether it's for soda, water or an iced coffee, this has been fantastic ice.
The machine did make some funky noises once. I turned it off, unplugged it for a little bit, then plugged it back in and started it back up. No issues since.
Don't let it run constantly. It is a small machine and needs breaks. It does not keep the ice in the basket frozen forever. Hence the reason why we bag and store some, and make more as we need it. Having ready made pellet ice that isn't costing us a lot by the bag is fantastic and saves us a trip across town to grab more.
I've had zero issues thus far, and filter water before I fill it. I do expect I will have to run a descaling cycle on it to clean, but it does have a self cleaning cycle I can run with descaler, then follow up with a couple rinse cycles. Much like I do with my single cup coffee maker.
The ice comes out tasting great and doesn't leave anything behind in my drinks. It doesn't melt too fast and is a little more solid than some popular ice providers, which I love. I might have to get these as holiday gifts for my offspring, as they love pellet ice as well.
For the price, portability and size, I'm really digging on this ice maker. Time will tell on lifetime of this machine, but if I get a good couple years out of it, it will have easily paid for itself in that time. Perfect on a budget.
Nugget Countertop Ice Maker with Soft Chewable Pellet Ice, Pebble Portable Ice Machine, 34lbs Per Day, Self-Cleaning, Sonic I
4.1 | 4,326 ratings
Price: 209.99
Last update: 09-05-2024
About this item
FAST ICE MAKING：Fill 1.1l of water into the water tank, maximum ice capacity can reach 34lbs in 24 hours. It won't make you feel anxious because of waiting, let you and your family have ice cubes all day long.
CHEWABLE NUGGET ICE: Chewing-block ice is made from crushed ice cut with blades, as opposed to traditional hard block ice which are chewable, brittle, ready fast and retains its flavor. The optimal melting speed preserves the original flavor of whisky and cold drinks.
QUIET AND USER FRIENDLY: It makes ice with low noise. The transparent lid allows you to monitor the ice making process. A considerate ice scoop holder, easy to find your ice scoop before making ice. Only need to press one button, helps you to quickly understand how to use it. When the water is insufficient or the ice basket is full, the indicator light will turn on.
SELF-CLEANING FUNCTION: Press “ICE/CLEAN” button for 5 seconds, the ring indicator light flashes white. It will run the cleaning procedure for 15 minutes and automatically exit. Press this button again during the cleaning procedure and it will exit immediately.
SMALL FOOTPRINT: This mini ice maker measures just 8.50 x 11.22 x 12.60 inches. Large Capacity Based on Small Footprint, Small Enough to fit on most countertop and easy to store when not in use. It takes up less space at home or in the office, barbeques, outdoor parties, or basement bars.
CHEWABLE NUGGET ICE: Chewing-block ice is made from crushed ice cut with blades, as opposed to traditional hard block ice which are chewable, brittle, ready fast and retains its flavor. The optimal melting speed preserves the original flavor of whisky and cold drinks.
QUIET AND USER FRIENDLY: It makes ice with low noise. The transparent lid allows you to monitor the ice making process. A considerate ice scoop holder, easy to find your ice scoop before making ice. Only need to press one button, helps you to quickly understand how to use it. When the water is insufficient or the ice basket is full, the indicator light will turn on.
SELF-CLEANING FUNCTION: Press “ICE/CLEAN” button for 5 seconds, the ring indicator light flashes white. It will run the cleaning procedure for 15 minutes and automatically exit. Press this button again during the cleaning procedure and it will exit immediately.
SMALL FOOTPRINT: This mini ice maker measures just 8.50 x 11.22 x 12.60 inches. Large Capacity Based on Small Footprint, Small Enough to fit on most countertop and easy to store when not in use. It takes up less space at home or in the office, barbeques, outdoor parties, or basement bars.
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Antarctic Star, established in 2018, specializes in wine coolers, refrigerators, freezers, ice makers, and more. "Antarctic" represents coldness, while "star" symbolizes becoming a shining star in the freezer and wine cabinet categories. Dedicated to preserving freshness, it illuminates people's desire and sense of happiness through deliciousness.
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SPEED: I've generally kept it running throughout the day, continuously making ice and periodically refilling the water basin.
It will fill the basket of ice within an hour, which is about enough ice to fill a 40 oz tumbler (pictured for scale).
NOISE: The machine is relatively quiet, and when it's running/cooling it will sound like your refrigerator (similar low noise level). It's a tidy fit and looks nice on the countertop. If you keep it running, as the ice melts (since the storage is not refrigerated) it will continue to make new ice.
CHEWABLE: It makes perfect nugget ice, which is softer/crunchy and everyone has enjoyed chewing their ice with their beverages -- and maybe even just having ice as a "snack." Overall, I'm happy that I made the investment to get nugget ice over bullet ice. It has been worth it.
CONCERNS: Before buying the things I was initially concerned about were the noise level and how I was going to transfer the ice to my limited space freezer. As mentioned, the noise is almost unnoticeable and I just keep the ice right in the maker as I use it (can store some in bags in the freezer if I'm expecting guests).
(SMALL) CON: The only thing I haven't liked is the little white ice scooper that comes with it. I purchased a slightly larger and flexible OXO scoop, that also can hang on a magnetic hook (not included) either on the ice maker or near by.
CARE & CLEANING: I've followed the use and care instruction as far is cleaning and maintaining the machine and only use FILTERED water as recommended (I purchased a small 6 cup water filter pitcher that sits next to the machine). I also purchased ice machine cleaner/descaler and have given the machine one thorough cleaning after initial cleaning/set up, in the month I've had it. I would recommend cleaning it before use AND using ice machine cleaner solution (not included). That seemed to make a big difference in the unit staying cleaner longer (I think).
BOTTOM LINE: Overall, very pleased with this purchase. Daily use, round the clock, it's paying off nicely and crunchy in the best way possible.
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Wen-Chi Chang
incorrect description from seller - still a good ice machine
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024