Countertop ice maker guides

Which countertop ice maker belongs on your counter?

We compare nugget, bullet and clear ice makers by daily output, noise and upkeep. Start with the kind of ice you want, a head-to-head matchup or a cleaning question.

Latest guides

  • EUHOMY Countertop Ice Maker Machine with Handle
    Bullet, Mini and Clear Ice Makers

    Best Countertop Ice Makers for an Office

    The best countertop ice maker for office use balances a small footprint with quiet running. Compare nine machines for break rooms and shared desks.

  • Euhomy 35 lb Nugget Ice Maker
    Nugget and Pebble Ice Makers

    Best Nugget Ice Maker That Keeps Ice Frozen

    The best nugget ice maker that keeps ice frozen pairs fast production with real insulation. Compare nine models by bin size, storage and noise.

  • Frigidaire EFIC128 Compact Ice Maker
    Bullet, Mini and Clear Ice Makers

    How Does a Portable Ice Maker Work?

    How does a portable ice maker work? It pulls water from a tank, freezes it on a cold plate, drops the cubes, and repeats. Here's the full cycle.

  • Euhomy 35 lb Nugget Ice Maker
    Basics and Buying Guides

    What Size Ice Maker Do I Need?

    What size ice maker do I need? Match daily ice output to your household, then check basket size, water tank, counter space and power before you buy.

  • ecozy Small Ice Maker with Timer
    Bullet, Mini and Clear Ice Makers

    Ecozy Ice Maker Review: Countertop Bullet Ice

    Ecozy ice maker review: how the small bullet ice maker's 26 lb output, timer and cleaning cycle suit daily drinks, plus the nugget alternatives worth a look.

  • Euhomy 35 lb Nugget Ice Maker
    Basics and Buying Guides

    Do Countertop Ice Makers Keep Ice Frozen?

    Do countertop ice makers keep ice frozen? Mostly no: the bin is cold storage, so ice softens or melts. Here's how long it lasts and how to keep it solid.

  • ecozy Nugget Ice Maker Countertop
    Bullet, Mini and Clear Ice Makers

    Best Countertop Ice Makers That Keep Ice Cold

    The best countertop ice maker that keeps ice cold is the ecozy Nugget Ice Maker. Compare insulated bins, melt-reducing features and fast makers here.

  • Antarctic Star 26 lb Bullet Ice Maker
    Bullet, Mini and Clear Ice Makers

    Antarctic Star Ice Maker Review

    Antarctic Star ice maker review: see how its 26 lb daily output, compact size and self-cleaning cycle fit your counter, plus alternatives to consider.