Ice Maker reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 202 Reddit reviews across 18 subreddits and 45 posts to rank the best Ice Maker brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/IceChewersAnonymous, r/ApplianceAdvice, r/icecreamery, r/Tiki, r/Appliances. Top-rated brands include GE (4.4/5), Cuisinart (4.2/5), GE Profile (5.0/5).

Stats

Reviews202

Subreddits18

Posts45

Brands57

Products68

Top communities

r/IceChewersAnonymous53 r/ApplianceAdvice41 r/icecreamery32 r/Tiki26 r/Appliances20

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GE

4.4

(30)

"I've been pleased with my GE Opal 2.0 for the few months I've had it. I've been strictly following the cleaning schedule and only use distilled water to make ice. Hoping to get a few years out of it, but so far it's been excellent and we use quite a bit as a family of 4."

"For countertop models, the Opal 2.0 is great. Had ours for over three years, and it’s running like a champ."

"I research a lot before I bought my GE Opal. It works great."

"Ge opal was at target for 349$ just got one last week."

"The GE Opal is awesome! It runs about $400 though. Best chewable ice ever."

"It's worked flawlessly for 5 months."

"The ge opal is going on 4 years strong."

"The GE Opal is the best for small, chewable Nugget ice."

"The GE Opal is seriously the gold standard. It makes that amazing nugget ice — the kind that’s soft, chewable, and holds flavor way better than regular ice cubes."

"GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker is my favourite"

Cuisinart

4.2

(17)

"Time and time again, I reach for the ICE-100 above the rest. The ease of use, better than store bought quality, ease of cleaning to make back to back batches of different flavors, make it a no brainer for me."

"Exactly my process with the same machine. I upgraded from a pre-freeze bowl Cuisinart to an ICE100 and love it. Can’t believe how easy it is to clean."

"I have a Cuisinart ICE-100, and I could not be happier with it. Easy to use, clean and move."

"We've had an ICE-21 for 23 years now. Actually, we have three of them -- we bought them for family members who just didn't get into making ice cream, and gave them back to us."

"I’m new to all of this and went with the Cuisinart ICE-100 and it’s been great."

"It has a compressor, so there is minimal planning. It's pretty easy to clean."

"The basic Cuisinart is fine, and if it doesn’t come out well, it won’t be because of the machine."

"Seems like a great pick if you want something with a built-in compressor."

"I have heard so much good about Cuisinart."

"I was gifted a Cuisinart ICE-21 as my first ice cream maker. It's been great and suited most of my needs."

GE Profile

5.0

(13)

"GE Profile 2.0, love mine"

"If you want high-quality nugget ice, the GE Profile Opal is the way to go."

"The GE Profile Opal 2.0 is amazing! The ice is exactly what I was hoping for—soft, chewable, and perfect for drinks."

"The GE Profile Opal 2.0 is hands down the best nugget ice maker I’ve used."

"If you’re looking for a reliable nugget ice maker, I can’t recommend the GE Profile Opal 2.0 enough."

"If you’re willing to spend a bit more, the GE Profile Opal 2.0 is definitely worth it."

"If you’re looking for a nugget ice maker, I’d highly recommend the GE Profile Opal."

"I’ve had the GE Profile Opal 2.0 for about 6 months now, and it’s been a total game changer!"

"Agreed! The GE Profile Opal is awesome, but the NewAir Countertop is a great budget option too. Both make good quality ice."

"I’ve been using the GE Profile Opal, and it’s fantastic, high-quality nugget ice and very reliable, though a bit pricey."

Opal

3.9

(16)

"For countertop models, the Opal 2.0 is great. Had ours for over three years, and it’s running like a champ."

"The Opal 2.0 has some fantastic features and improvements. It’s definitely worth checking out."

"We love our Opal 2.0 ice maker. It has been reliable and perfect for parties."

"IMO the Opal is a low key life changing product. The ice is uniquely good."

"After cleaning the calcium buildup, it's working perfectly again."

"My Opal is going strong over 3 years now."

"Love my Opal!"

"It produced great nugget ice and is only a few hundred bucks."

"Overall I prefer the Opal for its quality."

"The Opal is great for small gatherings, but may require additional ice sources for larger parties."

Frigidaire

3.7

(15)

"I’m making ice as I speak with the Frigidaire from Costco. It produces ice fast and its small cubes."

"The Frigidaire Nugget Ice Maker is a great option, reliable and produces soft, chewable ice at a good price."

"It's a reliable choice for soft, chewable ice at a great price."

"The Frigidaire Nugget Ice Maker is a great option, reliable and produces soft, chewable ice at a good price."

"You could also get the fridgidaire one or the Kbice nugget ice maker. Those all have good reviews as well."

"Model EFIC239AMZ. is good i have been using for months.. good option"

"I’ve had the Frigidaire EFIC239AMZ since last spring. Two pool seasons outdoors and a winter inside, still works."

"I got the Frigidaire from Walmart for about 200 bucks. The motor has a slight hum but not enough to bother me."

"Costco sells a 44lb. Frigidaire. Only $200. Same 4 stars as the Opal which I own and love."

"Only had it for a couple of weeks but happy with it."

Lello Musso

4.7

(10)

"If you have no budget constraints, the answer is Lello 5030 at 1.59 quartz"

"Lello Musso 4080 definitely seems like the dream option for when I’m ready to go all-in!"

"I jumped in, both feet first, and bought the Lello 4080, right off the bat, and I have zero regrets. The end product is amazing."

"I love my Musso Lello 4080"

"Lello Musso 4080 without a shadow of doubt"

"I have had the Lello 4080 for 11 years. Very good machine with no signs of slowing down."

"I have the Lello Musso 4080 and I was brand new to making ice cream. It has produced absolutely beautiful ice cream and I have no regrets."

"Lello Musso seems a good option because I don't have any budget problem."

"Seems like a good option. they are pricey though. worth it right?"

"I use the Lello Musso 5030 for my small business and it's pretty darn good."

Scotsman

4.1

(9)

"If you end up buying an expensive under counter nugget ice machine, get a Scotsman SCN60 or Follett 7 machine."

"New they’re $6k, used $1000-1600. Completely worth it."

"Scotsman makes Sonic ice, which is highly recommended."

"The best ice maker"

"It’s dreamy but cost $5k just for the unit."

"Consider the Scotsman SCN60PA-1SS for reliable, Sonic-like ice."

"The Scotsman UN0815A did the trick for our needs."

"Some of these don't make nugget ice."

"Absolute garbage machine with an impossible to clean and maintain design."

Hoshizaki

4.8

(6)

"The Hoshizaki is excellent. Be sure to get one with a pump rather than a gravity drain."

"Hoshizaki Is the best. I made a huge mistake buying the kitchenaid and had it repaired 3 times before replacing it with a workhorse."

"It’s a monster, 116lb/day and it’s accurate."

"Pricey, but you’ll have an endless supply."

"New they’re $6k, used $1000-1600. Completely worth it."

"The smaller Hoshizaki machine was also fine for our use."

Gevi

4.3

(6)

"Get a Gevi 2.0"

"The Gevi Household Brand nugget ice maker works well and never runs out of ice."

"It looks the Gevi nugget ice maker is a less expensive option."

"The GEVI V2.0 in white looks great, especially in a white-themed kitchen. It’s a stylish choice!"

"We have a Gevi nugget ice maker, and it works very well."

"It is easier to clean than the more expensive and popular GE Opal."

#10

NewAir

4.2

(5)

"The NewAir Countertop nugget ice maker is awesome!"

"The NewAir Countertop nugget ice maker has been a great addition to my kitchen."

"The NewAir Countertop nugget ice maker has been awesome for me."

"I’ve got the NewAir Countertop, and I’m really happy with it so far."

"If you want a more budget-friendly option, the NewAir Countertop is a solid choice with good capacity and ice quality."

#11

Opal 2.0

5.0

(4)

"I’ve got the Opal 2.0 and it really is great"

"Opal 2.0. Buy once, cry once."

"Thanks to all. We went with the Opal 2.0 and added the extended warranty."

"I have the opal 2.0 going on two months. Only use distilled water."

#12

Euhomy

4.0

(5)

"I’ve had a Euhomy Ice Cube Maker Machine for about a month now, and it’s been just as great as my last one."

"The ice taste and looks like Sonic ice. The machine is half the price of a GE Opal and is easier to clean. They have great customer service."

"Euhomy might be a brand to check out. Their pebble nugget makers try to be simple as possible and could be way less expensive."

"I bought the Euhomy Countertop nugget ice maker, and it was good for a while, but it started having issues after about 10 months."

"The EUHOMY Countertop nugget ice maker was my first one, but unfortunately, it didn’t last more than a year."

#13

KBice

4.8

(4)

"I’ve tried a few nugget ice makers, and the KBice Self Dispensing has been my favorite."

"I’ve tried both the KBice Self Dispensing and the Frigidaire EFIC235-AMZ, and I have to say the KBice is much better."

"It’s easy to use, makes great nugget ice, and can be connected to a water line. Plus, it has a self-cleaning feature."

"I recently got the KBice Self Dispensing, and I’m loving it!"

#14

Breville

4.3

(3)

"I absolutely love my Breville. I had a Whynter upright and returned it - could never tell when the ice cream was done. The Breville is fantastic and worth every cent."

"I purchased the Breville because my Cuisanart 100 compressor died on me after minimal use."

"I bought the breville. And I love it."

#15

Joy Pebble

3.3

2.7

(3)

"It's been six months and still no signs of breaking down, and it seems to have a much more robust and durable build than other models I've tried."

"Good luck finding a nugget ice maker under 200, theyre expensive af."

"DO NOT buy the personal chiller nugget ice maker! It worked a couple days then quit working."

#26

EUHOMY

4.0

(2)

"We've only had it since August but run it all day, almost every day."

"Much smaller than OPAL, small hard cubes not airy/sonic. We like it so far, time will tell if it lasts."

#27

Silonn

3.5

(2)

"I picked up the Silonn Ice Maker a while back because it was only $79, and I needed something quick and portable."

"The Silonn ice maker actually produces bullet-shaped ice, not the soft, chewable nugget ice."

#28

LG

3.0

3.0

(1)

"You can get countertop versions."

#57

Thor

1.0

(1)

"IMHO just say no to Thor and other similar brands, stick with the major brands."

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