Countertop Ice Makers(1000+)

Do I need a countertop ice maker if I have a freezer?

Portable ice makers produce batches of ice more rapidly than the traditional freezer method. Many makers yield cubes of ice in under ten minutes and produce up to 30 pounds of ice per day. If you entertain often, spend considerable time outdoors, or take your family on the road often, a countertop ice maker is an excellent convenient option that works anywhere with an electrical outlet.

Do I need a waterline to use a portable ice maker?

A waterline is not necessary for most smaller countertop ice maker models because they use a refillable reservoir to make the ice. The models with reservoirs also include a self-draining system where melted ice cycles back into the water storage container, eliminating the need for a drainage line. Larger, less portable models can connect to waterlines for greater production capacity.

Do all portable ice makers produce the same type of ice?

Different models of ice makers create varying styles of ice. Ice comes in multiple shapes including bullet, crescent, cube, gourmet, and nugget. Some machines even have an option for multiple sizes of the shape they produce. Read the label before buying to ensure your machine makes the style you like best.