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The 6 Best Portable Ice Makers

You'll never have to run to the store for a bag of ice again!

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If you entertain often or you have a large family, chances are your ice maker is constantly playing catch-up. The ice maker that’s built into your refrigerator was likely designed to be compact to maximize freezer space. Although an easy, affordable fix is to invest in some ice cube trays, they’re messy and are a pain to refill. We researched and compared a dozen different portable ice makers to ensure you will always have ice on hand.

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Best Overall

hOmeLabs Portable Ice Maker Machine

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hOmeLabs Portable Ice Maker Machine

An ice maker should be quick, efficient, and easy to use. The hOmeLabs portable ice maker ticks all those boxes and then some. It’s one of the most affordable and reliable ice makers on the market. It produces fresh ice in 8 minutes.

At 14 inches deep, about 13 inches tall, and 9.5 inches wide, the ice maker is compact enough to fit on most countertops, and its rectangular shape and narrow build makes it easy to store or travel with. You can expect this model to produce 26 pounds of ice each day.

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BEST FOR A HIGH YIELD

Euhomy Ice Maker

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Euhomy Ice Maker

The Euhomy ice maker is the perfect solution for folks who need a lot of ice, but don’t have the space for a commercial model. It outputs a cycle of ice cubes every 8 minutes, which means it produces around 26 pounds of ice cubes every 24 hours, which is twice as much as some other models

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Best Design

Igloo Portable Electric Countertop Ice Maker Machine

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Igloo Portable Electric Countertop Ice Maker Machine

This portable ice maker is the perfect accessory for your home bar or rec room. We’re huge fans of its sleek exterior and see-through tanks, which makes it look much more premium than other options.

This Igloo model makes 26 pounds of ice each day. It includes an ice basket and scoop and will produce nine cubes of ice in just seven minutes. Its compact design makes it portable and easy to travel with. Operation is incredibly simple and indicator lights will let you know when to add more water.

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Best for Water Bottles

Northair Portable Countertop Ice Maker

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Northair Portable Countertop Ice Maker

No need to settle for ice cubes that are too big for your water bottle openings. This portable Northair makes small, cylindrical ice cubes in just six minutes per cycle, up to 26 pounds in a day. 

Plus, it doesn't require a water line, and its sleek finish adds a sophisticated statement to your home.

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VECYS Countertop Ice Maker Machine

VECYS Countertop Ice Maker Machine

Whether you want large or small pieces of ice, this portable maker can crank out up to 26 pounds in 24 hours. It's practically foolproof to use, too. Fill the 1.8 liter tank with water and plug it in, select which size cubes you want, and the machine will make the first batch of ice in about eight minutes and let you know when it needs more water. Plus, it has a self-cleaning mode, and runs quiet at less than 35dB.

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Best for Commercial Use

COSTWAY Commercial Ice Machine

COSTWAY Commercial Ice Machine

This premium ice cube maker is ideal for businesses or large gatherings. Whether you're looking for a freestanding or built-in model, this unit functions with either installation, producing up to 88 pounds of ice within 24 hours.

Can't wait that long? It pops out nearly 32 ice cubes within 12 to 18 minutes. It’s worth mentioning that this unit is about 24 inches tall, so it will likely fit on most countertops with overhanging cabinets.

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