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

  • 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.

  • Frigidaire EFIC452 Extra Large Clear Ice Maker
    Bullet, Mini and Clear Ice Makers

    Best Clear Ice Makers for Home Bars

    Compare the best clear ice maker picks for home bars, including square cubes and ice spheres. Find the right shape, pace, size and cleaning features.

  • Euhomy 35 lb Nugget Ice Maker
    Basics and Buying Guides

    Best Ice Maker Brands for the Counter, Compared

    Compare the best ice maker brands for the counter by ice type, capacity, cleaning and convenience, then match Euhomy, Frigidaire, Silonn or GE to your needs.

  • Euhomy 35 lb Nugget Ice Maker
    Basics and Buying Guides

    Best Ice Makers for Home: Nugget, Bullet and Clear

    Find the best ice maker for home by comparing ice style, counter fit, batch size, water capacity and care. See which nugget, bullet or clear ice model fits.

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

    Best Mini Ice Makers for Small Spaces

    Compare the best mini ice maker options for tight counters, with dimensions, ice styles, daily output and care features to help you choose a better fit.

  • Silonn Nugget Ice Maker with Auto Drop Ice
    Nugget and Pebble Ice Makers

    Best Nugget Ice Maker Dispensers

    Compare nugget ice maker dispensers by daily output, controls, size and water features. Find a countertop model that fits your routine and space.

  • Euhomy 34 lb Nugget Ice Maker with Handle
    Nugget and Pebble Ice Makers

    Best Pebble Ice Makers for the Counter

    Compare the best pebble ice maker picks for chewable ice, small counters, and easier care. Find a countertop model that fits your drinks, space, and routine.

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

    Best Quiet Nugget Ice Makers for Home

    Compare quiet nugget ice makers for home, including noise claims, ice output, water tanks and controls, so you can choose a model for your kitchen or drink station.

  • Euhomy 35 lb Nugget Ice Maker
    Basics and Buying Guides

    Best Rated Countertop Ice Makers

    Compare the best rated countertop ice maker picks by ice style, basket size and useful features, then choose one that fits your counter and routine.