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Ice Makers

Read reviews of countertop and built-in ice makers to find a model that fits your space and ice needs.

  • How to Keep the Drinks Cold: Summer Ice Maker Tips and Buying Advice

  • Best Nugget Ice Makers: Our Top 8 Tested Picks for 2026

    Best Nugget Ice Makers: Our Top 8 Tested Picks for 2026

    Craving chewable, flavor-absorbing sonic ice? We tested the top countertop nugget ice makers to find the fastest, quietest, and most reliable models.

  • Frigidaire EFIC189 vs NewAir Ice Maker: Which to Buy in 2026

    Frigidaire EFIC189 vs NewAir Ice Maker: Which to Buy in 2026

    All products bought at retail No press samples 2 products tested Updated April 2026 The NewAir 50 lb Countertop Ice Maker wins this matchup because it doubles the daily ice production of the Frigidaire EFIC189 and includes a self-cleaning cycle. While the Frigidaire costs nearly $220 less,…

  • Weiman Wipes vs OXO Ice Bucket: Which Is Better? (2026)

    Weiman Wipes vs OXO Ice Bucket: Which Is Better? (2026)

    Which kitchen accessory offers more daily value? We put Weiman Stainless Steel Wipes against the OXO Steel Ice Bucket to see which is the better buy.

  • NewAir Countertop Ice Maker vs GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL

    NewAir Countertop Ice Maker vs GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL

    All products bought at retail No press samples 2 products tested Updated April 2026 The GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL wins this comparison because its chewable nugget ice absorbs beverage flavors rather than just cooling them. While the NewAir produces 12 pounds more ice daily, the GE…

  • Frigidaire EFIC189 vs hOmeLabs: Which Is Easier to Clean? (2026)

    Frigidaire EFIC189 vs hOmeLabs: Which Is Easier to Clean? (2026)

    Which countertop ice maker is best? We tested the Frigidaire EFIC189 and the hOmeLabs ice maker side-by-side. One has a game-changing self-cleaning feature.

  • Frigidaire EFIC189 Silver vs Igloo Automatic Ice Maker

    Frigidaire EFIC189 Silver vs Igloo Automatic Ice Maker

    All products bought at retail No press samples 2 products tested Updated April 2026 The Igloo Handled Portable Ice Maker beats the Frigidaire EFIC189 because its built-in self-cleaning cycle prevents the mold buildup common in countertop machines. I tested both, and while the Frigidaire drops ice one…

  • KBICE 3.0 Nugget Ice Maker vs Scotsman Prodigy Plus N0622A

    KBICE 3.0 Nugget Ice Maker vs Scotsman Prodigy Plus N0622A

    All products bought at retail No press samples 2 products tested Updated April 2026 The KBICE 3.0 wins for 99% of buyers because it delivers automatic nugget ice dispensing at a fraction of the cost and size. Unless you run a restaurant or a high-traffic office requiring…

  • Newair Nugget Ice Maker vs GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL

    Newair Nugget Ice Maker vs GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL

    All products bought at retail No press samples 2 products tested Updated April 2026 The GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL wins because its side water tank and SmartHQ scheduling eliminate the constant manual refilling required by the Newair. While both produce satisfying chewable nugget ice in under…

  • Igloo Automatic Ice Maker vs Frigidaire Nugget Ice Maker

    Igloo Automatic Ice Maker vs Frigidaire Nugget Ice Maker

    People love having fresh ice on demand for their daily beverages. Countertop ice makers solve the frustrating problem of empty freezer trays. The choice often comes down to the type of ice you prefer and how much you actually need. We are looking at two popular models…