Ice is sometimes unnoticed as a necessary, until hot summer days comes or when during a gathering there’s nothing ice cubes left to scoop out from the bucket. With summer weather is right around the corner, it’s important that ice machines can beat up the pressures that warmer weather presents. 

The machine typically uses a motor, a water valve, and a heating element to complete the ice-making cycle. Once the ice maker has been connected to a power and water source, the ice maker cycle will do the rest automatically. First, an electrical signal is sent to a water valve to fill the ice molder or tray with water. After a set amount of time,  a signal is sent to halt that process when an internal thermostat indicates the cubes have reached 5-9 degrees Fahrenheit. When the ice have been created, a heating coil will be triggered rapidly to loosen up the ice  from the molds or tray and drops to the bin.

What are the types of Ice maker machine?

There are different types of ice machines for all kinds of purposes. Modular Ice Machines – this type of ice maker machine produce large amount of ice only. There’s no storage for the buckets of ice have been made and need to install ice bin or dispenser for it. Self-Contained Ice Machines – also called undercounter ice machine and this type of machine has ice storage built into the machine. Ideal for bars, coffee shops, cafes, small restaurants, etc.  Countertop Ice Machines – this type of machine is best for offices, lounge rooms, small cafeterias, and more. Designed as a compact, self-serve unit or with dispensers, and are meant for bar, table, or countertop installation

Having an ice maker at home can be a worthwhile investment.  Having a household that devour a significant sum of ice, a home-friendly commercial range or a powerful countertop is a great option. If hosting  a lot of gatherings from time to time and plan to grab your machine to other functions, consider something portable. 

Commercial ice machines produces sizeable quantities of ice at a fast pace. Intentional for high-frequency use and manufactured to stand rugged working conditions. It is fitted with multiple features ideal for pubs, bars, restaurants, hospitality venues, laboratory use, healthcare and educational institutes, to suit every intended purpose. Commercial Ice make machine requires a main water connection or waterline due to the high output production.

Portable Ice Maker Machine:

Portable ice makers are mostly freestanding machines small enough to keep on countertops or take on-the-go, and they have their own tanks and no  need to be hooked up to a water supply. It comes  with insulated compartments to slow down melting of the ice. The Ice maker reuses the melted ice by draining back to the built-in reservoir to make ice again. These units are easy to clean and energy efficient.

Whether you need an ice maker for drinks, smoothies, iced food,  or more, there is definitely an ice maker to suit your needs. Scroll down to check out the best ice makers on the market.

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48 LBs Stainless Self-clean Ice Maker with LCD Displayer

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• Fast and Efficient Ice-Making: The electric ice maker machine adopts a superior compressor to ensure efficient ice production and lower power consumption. Producing 24 crystal clear ice cubes per operation cycle and making up to 48 lbs in 24 hrs, the ice maker provides a square ice cube of high hardness. Also, the machine runs without much noise which will not disturb you and your family.
• Intelligent LCD Display Panel: The ice machine will quickly respond to your every tap of the corresponding button on the operation area. The warning symbol on the display area will remind you in time when there is a lack of water or the ice basket is full, so as to reduce mistakes and protect the device itself to prolong the life span. Besides, you can set ice-making time as you want.
• Durable Material and Convenient Accessories: Made of high-quality stainless steel, the ice maker achieves a perfect combination of a long-lasting glossy surface and excellent durability. Besides, the machine comes with a removable basket and ice scoop to help you transfer ice cubes to your drink more conveniently.
• Easy to Use and Clean: With detailed instruction and automatic design, it is easy for you to use the ice maker. All you need to do is adding water, starting the machine, and taking the ice out. The self-cleaning function makes it convenient to keep the interior clean thereby saving you more time and energy.
• Compact Design and Wide Applications: The compact ice maker will take minimal countertop area while bringing practical functions to you. Whether for business usage from coffee shop to bar and restaurant to KTV or residential usage in home kitchen and parties, the portable and powerful ice maker will meet your demands perfectly.
• Note: Long press the “TIMER” button to start self-cleaning function Press the “ON/OFF” button for more than 5 seconds to start ice harvest process and melt ice cubes.

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26 lbs Countertop LCD Display Ice Maker with Ice Scoop

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• Efficient Ice Making in 7 Minutes: Featuring high efficiency compressor and R134a refrigerant, the portable ice maker cools fast and makes up to 26 lbs of bullet-shaped ice cubes per 24 hours. The electric ice making machine offers 9 edible and clean ice cubes in one cycle, within 7 to 8 minutes.
• Easy to Adjust Ice Cube Size: With small or large size options for bullet shape ice, the smart ice machine meets all your needs for ice cubes: iced food, smoothies, beverages, emergency use, etc. The high-end LCD display and practical control panel status indicators and adjustment buttons are fully functional and easy to operate.
• Self-Cleaning and Superior Material: The countertop ice machine features a self cleaning function that mainly facilitates daily maintenance work. Also has a smooth surface for effortless clean up .Made of food grade corrosion resistant ABS and PP material, the ice maker is safe and non-toxic.
• Compact and Portable Ice Machine: Due to the compact size and light weight, the ice maker is a space saver to your countertop space. And since it’s portable, flexible and easy to store, you can bring the ice cube maker anywhere, such as parties, gatherings, RVs, bars and so on, ready for you whatever frosty fun you want.
• User-friendly Design: The ETL certificated electric ice making machine comes with an ice scoop and a removable ice basket, providing you with everything you need for the ice adventures. In addition, you can see the ice making process directly through the big transparent full-view-window.

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Mini Portable Compact Electric Ice Maker Machine

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• Quickly Ice Making and Large Making Capacity: This ice maker can make up to 9 bullet-shaped ice cubes in as little as 6 minutes and can make up to 26.5 lbs. of ice cubes per day with its 2.2-liter water reservoir. Just keep the water tank filled, and it will be able to meet a full day’s supply of ice.
• Easy Operation Interface and Optional Ice Size: The interface is simple to use and features smart indicators that remind you when the ice basket is full and when the water needs to be refilled. It also allows you to choose from 2 different sizes of ice cubes: small and large.
• Reservoir and be recycled into fresh water, making this a waste-free product. The R134a refrigerant is non-toxic and non-destructive to the ozone layer. This will protect the environment and provide you with ice cubes safe for your health.
• Portable Compact Size and Low Noise Running: This ice maker is 9.5″ x 14″ x 13″ in size and 17.5lbs in weight. With a quiet compressor that requires low energy to cool and its space-saving design, this ice maker will be a great addition to your bar or countertop. It runs at a mellow and efficient 115 watts with a quiet cooling function.
• Detachable Ice Basket and Convenient Ice Scoop: The ice basket can be easily removed to take the ice cubes out. It stores up to 1.5 lbs. of ice at a time. Be sure to use your ice shortly after making it, or store it in a freezer for later use so it doesn’t melt.

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26 lbs/24 H Self-Clean Stainless Steel Ice Maker

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• Quiet And Energy Efficient: This portable ice maker cools faster and efficiently with high-efficiency copper aluminum fin condenser and R600a refrigerant. Moreover, it can make up to 26lbs of bullet-shaped ice cubes per 24 hours. It can make 9 chewable clean ice cubes in one cycle just in 7 to 15 minutes (depending on the ambient temperature and water temperature.)
• Self-Cleaning Function: This ice machine features a self-cleaning function that significantly facilitates your daily maintenance work. Just pour in the clean water then select the cleaning function and wait for a few minutes, finally open the drain plug and empty the water. The cleaning of the ice maker could be no longer messy with this function.
• Compact and Portable Ice Machine: This ice maker will not occupy too much countertop space due to its compact design. As it is portable, flexible, and easy to store, you can bring the ice cube maker nearly everywhere, such as party, gathering, RV, bar or home, and so on. It’s always ready for you for whatever frosty fun you want.
• Adjustable Ice Cube Size: It features small or large size options for bullet shape ice. This smart ice machine can meet your all kinds of needs for ice cubes: iced food, smoothies, beverages, emergency use, etc. The high-end and practical operation panel shows status, an indication of lights, and adjustment buttons, complete functions. Hence, it is easy to operate.
• User-friendly Design: This is ETL certificated electric ice making machine that comes with an ice scoop and a removable ice basket. It offers you everything needed for the ice adventures. It comes with the chosen food grade 304 stainless steel, which ensures you to use it with confidence. In addition, you can see the ice making process directly through the big transparent full-view-window.

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44 lbs Portable Countertop Ice Maker Machine with Scoop

• Efficient Ice Making in 8.5 Minutes: Featuring a high-efficiency compressor and R600a refrigerant, the portable ice maker cools faster and makes up to 44 lbs of bullet-shaped ice cubes per 24 hours. The electric ice making machine offers 12 chewable and clean ice cubes in one cycle, in just 8.5 to 9.5 minute.
• Self-Cleaning & Superior Material: The countertop ice machine features a self-cleaning function that greatly facilitates your daily maintenance work. Made of food-grade corrosion-resistant ABS and PP material, the ice maker not only ensures harmless to the human body but also has a smooth surface for effortless cleanup.
• Compact and Portable Ice Machine: Due to the compact size and lightweight, the ice maker will not occupy too much countertop space. And since it’s portable, flexible, and easy to store, you can bring the ice cube maker nearly anywhere, such as a party, gathering, RV, bar or home, and so on, ready for you whatever frosty fun you want.
• User-friendly Design: The ETL certificated electric ice-making machine comes with an ice scoop and a removable ice basket, providing you with everything you need for the ice adventures. In addition, you can see the ice-making process directly through the big transparent full-view-window.
• Easy to Adjust Ice Cube Size: With small or large size options for bullet shape ice, the smart ice machine meets your all kinds of needs for ice cubes: iced food, smoothies, beverages, emergency use, etc. The high-end and practical control panel displays status indicators and adjustment buttons, which are fully functional and easy to operate.

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Stainless Steel Ice Maker 33Lbs/ 24Hrs Self-Clean Function with Scoop

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• Fast and Efficient Ice Making: Equipped with a high-power compressor with stable performance, our ice maker can produce 9 chewable delicious bullet ice-cubes in each cycle of 7-15 minutes, and can make up to 33 lbs of ice per 24 hrs. Powerful ice making capability ensures you have plenty of ice cubes to entertain your guests at all times.
• Compact and Portable Ice Maker: With a size of 10″ x 16″ x 17″, this ice maker will not take up too much countertop space, which is an ideal choice for kitchen, RV, bar or office. Portable design allows it to be carried anywhere and is perfect for barbecue, camping, garden party and family gathering.
• Easy-to-Operate Control Panel: The simple and clear control panel is easy to operate, making the ice making process effortless. All you need to do is add water, press the power button and select the ice cube size, and then it will make ice automatically. The indicator light will remind you whether water needs to be added or the ice basket is full, so as to ensure an uninterrupted ice flow.
• Selectable Ice Cube Sizes: Available in two sizes of ice cube, this ice maker can meet your different needs of food preservation, first aid or making cold drinks and smoothies. And the removable ice basket and scoop also provide you with great convenience.
• Superior Materials and Self-cleaning Function: Made of food-grade ABS material and high-quality stainless steel, our ice maker not only ensures harmlessness to the human body, but also has a smooth surface for effortless cleaning. The automatic cleaning function can effectively remove scales with no sponge or rag needed.

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26lbs/24h Portable Countertop Ice Maker Machine with Scoop

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• Efficient Ice Maker: Featuring with fast and efficient function, this portable ice maker machine only spends 8 minutes making 9 pcs delicious and chewable bullet-shaped ice, saving your time to make yummy food and drinks. And it can produce 26 lbs of ice each day to provide enough ice for you.
• Simple Control Panel: Equipped with an easy control panel and transparent lid, this compact ice maker not only offers a self-cleaning function which offers great convenience for you but also allows you to check the progress.Quiet Operation: Coming with 45 dB low noise operation, this electric ice making machine will not disturb your daily work and activity while achieving low consumption. And the evaporators are made of pure copper with plating which is highly efficient and durable.
• Portable & Compact Design: Measuring 12″ x 9″ x 12″ (L x W x H) in dimension, this countertop ice maker machine with 70″ power cord is suitable for home, office, party, and bar, enjoying delicious food anywhere. And the portable and compact design allows you to carry and store with ease.
• Sweet Accessories: This premium ice maker includes an ice scoop and a removable basket, allowing you to take out the ice easily. And the ETL certification ensures your safety. Also, non-slip foot pads provide strong stability.

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Stainless Steel 26 lbs/24 H Self-Clean Countertop Ice Maker Machine

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• Compact & Portable Ice Maker: With the compact design, this ice maker will not take up too much countertop space. And it is lightweight, portable and flexible, which makes it easy to store and carry anywhere. You can enjoy frosty fun at any time, such as party, gathering, barbecues, etc. It is ideal for home, RV, bar and cafe.
• Self-cleaning Function: This countertop ice maker features a self-cleaning function to make more pure ice cubes, while greatly facilitating daily maintenance work. Just pour in the clean water to select the cleaning function and wait for 6 minutes, finally open the drain plug and empty the water.
• Quiet & Energy Efficient System: Equipped with powerful compressor, high efficiency copper aluminum fin condenser and R600a refrigerant, this ice maker achieves fast cooling effect and low noise (less than 45dB). Besides, it can produce 26 lbs of bullet-shaped ice cubes per 24 hours, making 9 chewable ice cubes in 7-15 minutes (depending on the ambient temperature and water temperature).
• Easy to Set Ice Cube Size: 2 (small & large) size options are user-friendly to meet your various needs for ice cubes, such as iced food, smoothies, cold drinks, etc. The bullet-shaped ice cubes is round and smooth that won’t hurt your mouth. And practical control panel shows status indication lights and adjustment buttons, which is easy to understand and operate.
• Humanized Design: Made of food-grade stainless steel, it can ensure you can use it with confidence. And the transparent window allows you to easily view the progress and amount of ice making in the machine. In addition, it comes with an extra ice scoop and a removable ice basket, all bringing you the best ice-making experience.

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26Lbs/24H Portable Ice Maker Machine with Scoop and Basket

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• Excellent Ice-making Capacity: This efficient ice maker can produce 9 chewable, delicious bullet-shaped ice cubes in 7 minutes. It can also produce up to 26 pounds of ice in 24 hours. A 2-quarts water tank can hold enough water to make ice, while an ice basin can hold up to 2 lbs of ice.
• Intelligent Alarm System: Featuring advanced infrared sensing technology, it will be in standby mode if the ice is full or if there is a shortage of water, making it safe and reliable to use. Thanks to this feature, the machine checks automatically every 20 minutes if there is enough water inside. Once the ice is full, it will restart once the ice is removed.
• Safe and Durable Material: As an ETL certified product, safety and quality are guaranteed. It is equipped with an R600a refrigerant to ensure that the machine produces little to no noise and produces safe and healthy ice cubes. In addition, the fast-cooling evaporator is made of copper-nickel plating, which is corrosion-resistant and durable.
• Portable and Compact: This ice maker has a black cuboid shape, which is compact and lightweight. These features make this ice machine easy to store and carry anywhere. You can take it when going to barbecues, parties, and other outdoor activities. It is suitable for kitchen countertops, backyards, bars, RVs, boats, etc.
• Humanized Design: Designed with a high-speed DC exhaust fan, heat dissipates quickly for a better cooling effect. In addition, the transparent window allows you to easily see the progress and amount of ice in the machine. It comes with an extra ice scoop and a removable ice basket, all of which are incorporated to bring you the best ice-making experience.

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Portable Built-In Stainless Steel Commercial Ice Maker

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• Fast Ice Making: Costway commercial ice maker will bring you convenience and efficiency in ice making. Making 48 clear ice cubes for one cycle in just 12 to 18 minutes—and up to 110 lbs of ice in 24 hours. Each ice cube is at the standard size of 0.9”*0.9”*0.9”, making it perfect for mixed drinks or small water bottle openings.
• Energy Saving: Equipped with a powerful 200W compressor to cool, it will be a mighty addition to your bar or under counter, while the water usage rate is up to 99%. (NOTE: Please transfer the ice cubes to freezer if you don’t use them instantly).
• Easy Operation with Full Set of Accessories: Operation panel with ADD WATER, TIMER, ICE, CLEAN, TIMER CLEAN, etc. buttons will help you control the process of ice making. One ice shovel for convenient ice cubes transferring, one 120″ water line with quick connector to the faucet, one 80″pipe for water drainage are all included.
• Fres-Standing Design: Either to set it alone or under a counter per your different requirements. Adjustable feet on the bottom will keep the machine from the humidity/water from the ground to some extent.
• Full Sst of Accessories: One ice shovel for convenient ice cubes transferring, one 120″ water line with quick-connect filter to the faucet, one 80″pipe for water drainage are all included.

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Automatic Ice Maker Machine w/ 70lbs/24h Productivity

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• Modern & Stylish Appearance: Our automatic ice makers are designed in cubic shape with the curved front panel and curved door (or stainless steel flat front panel and flat door) for nice appearance
• As Food Grade Material: Made of colourless and odourless ABS plastic & stainless steel, harmless to human beings.
• High-end & Practical Operation Panel: Operation panel features LED display, status indication lights and adjustment buttons, complete functions
• Ice Making Fast: Adopt high efficient compressor and fully automatic operation, lower noise, rapid cooling, low power consumption, make up to 58lbs of ice daily, uniform size
• Full-automatic: Water inlet, water filling, ice making, water releasing and ice dropping, all these processes are automatically controlled for ice making continuously. In case of water shortage or ice full in cabinet, the indicator on the operation board will light on accordingly and the ice maker will stop operation automatically.

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Automatic Portable Heavy Duty Built-In Commercial Ice Maker

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• High-Efficiency Ice Making: Equipped with a high-power compressor and R600a refrigerant and 8.8 lbs sufficient ice storage, the commercial ice machine can produce 32 ice cubes within 12-18 minutes. And produce up to 88 lbs of ice per day, which means that you can fully enjoy your party or other events.
• Simple and Convenient Operation: This ice machine is equipped with a clear LCD operation control panel. You can adjust the ice making time and the thickness of the ice cubes as you like. It also comes with an automatic cleaning function to effectively reduce bacterial growth and keep a healthier environment.
• Auto-control and User-friendly Design: Ice-full and add-water indicators are provided for extra safety and security. It will remind you to take out the ice cubes when the basket is full and inform you to add the water when the ice maker lacks of water for added security. In-box lighting and viewing window also offer more convenience.
• Solid Structure and Complete Set: Heavy-duty metal construction with UL certification promises the long-term and guaranteed use. Durable and thick thermal insulation material also ensures the better ice making performance. An ice scoop, water supply hose and a water draining hose are included.
• Compact Design and Wide Application: The ice maker fulfills commercial ice-making needs to quickly make crystal clear ice cubes in large quantities. Freestanding design makes it great for restaurants, bars, hotels, grocery stores, cafes, supermarkets and other business or home occasions. Noise: ≤43 dB

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Freestanding Stainless Steel Commercial Ice Maker

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• As Food Grade Material: Made of colourless and odourless plastic & stainless steel, harmless to human beings.
• High-end And Practical Operation Panel: Operation panel features LED display, status indication lights and adjustment buttons, complete functions.
• Antibacterial Liner: Effectively prevent the breeding of bacteria, clean and sanitary.
• Ice Making Fast: Adopt high efficient compressor and fully automatic operation, lower noise, rapid cooling, low power consumption, make up to 110 lbs of ice daily, uniform size.
• Shutdown Automatically: The machine will shutdown automatically when ice bin is full of ice. And when water cooling machine runs out of water, this series machine will stop automatically.
• Adjustable Ice Thickness: if you are not satisfied with ice thickness please adjust it through clicking the button on the touch panel ( increase ice thickness +, reduce ice thickness -)

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Automatic Portable Commercial Ice Maker

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• Simple and Modern Design: This ice maker is designed in cubic shape with the black elegant front panel. And it works great for applications in homes, restaurants, bars, hotels, grocery stores, and more.
• High Quality and Durability: Made of superior food grade ABS and stainless steel, which is odourless and harmless to human body, this commercial ice maker is rust resistant which prolongs its service time.
• Efficient Ice Making: The machine’s production frequency can adjust up to 100 lbs per 24 hours in 12-18 minute cycles. It features an ice storage bin capacity of 33 lbs.
• Automatic Operation: This ice maker will automatically work after connecting water power well, it will stop making ice and proceed to the cold preservation stage when the ice storage bin is full.
• Easy to Operate: This ice maker is equipped with an operational display panel with lots of indication lights and buttons. It’s easy for you to operate according to the instruction.