Comparison: Best Ice Nugget Maker (Updated | Oct 22nd)
Craving that delightful, chewable nugget ice? You’re not alone! This guide explores the world of nugget ice makers, helping you find the perfect machine to satisfy your craving at home. We’ll compare popular models based on key factors like ice production speed, capacity, noise level, and ease of use. We’ll break down the pros and cons of each, providing a clear, unbiased overview to empower you to make an informed decision and enjoy perfect nugget ice whenever you want it. Let’s dive in and find your ideal ice nugget companion.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
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Best for rapid ice:
Kismile Nugget Ice Makers Countertop -
Best for fast ice making:
EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker Countertop with Handle -
Best for smart control:
ecozy Nugget Ice Maker Countertop -
Best for fast ice:
Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Maker Countertop with Soft Chewable Ice -
Best for high capacity:
GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL with 1 Gallon Tank -
Best for continuous ice:
EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker Countertop -
Best for best budget:
Nugget Ice Makers Countertop with Soft Chewable Pellet Ice -
Best for easy operation:
Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Makers Countertop with Self-Cleaning -
Best for durable build:
COWSAR Nugget Ice Makers Countertop Soft Chewable Pellet Ice Machine with Auto-Cleaning Function -
Best for award winning:
Frigidaire Nugget Ice Maker
Product Comparison: Best Ice Nugget Maker
Rapid Ice
Kismile Nugget Ice Makers Countertop,Portable Ice Machine with Crushed Ice, 35lbs/Day,Self-Cleaning,One-Click Operation for Home Use(Silver)
Kismile
- 【Rapid Ice Production】New Nugget ice maker machine is remarkably efficient! With its 1.1L water tank, it produces 35 pounds of ice within 24 hours. Our countertop ice maker machine churns out the first batch in just 7 minutes,ensuring continuous and rapid ice-making. No more trips to the store for ice!
- 【Effortless Care, Uninterrupted Freshness】Bid farewell to laborious cleaning tasks. A mere 5-second press of the ON/OFF button activates the pebble ice maker machine's self-cleaning feature. In just 15 minutes, a brand-new ice maker emerges, ready to serve you with fresh ice.
- 【Chewable Nugget Ice】Crafted by crushed ice maker, chewable nugget ice stands apart. Its delightful crunchiness arises from compacted, layered ice flakes, boasting a slow melt and superior texture. Ideal for slushies, cocktails, sodas, and more, it preserves the authentic flavors like no other ice.
- 【Quiet and User-Friendly】Portable ice maker rigorously tested in a noise-controlled environment, producing a mere 43 DB to ensure a tranquil atmosphere for any occasion.Plus, Sonic ice maker's intuitive LED indicators keep you informed about water levels, ice production, and self-cleaning status, making ice preparation a breeze.
- 【Compact Countertop Ice Maker】 It's more than a ice machine; it's a modern work of art. With dimensions of 12.8" x 11.22" x 8.86", Small ice maker's stylish design adds an elegant touch to any space. The transparent casing lets you check ice storage at a glance, and you can savor ice with the included scoop.
Fast Ice Making
EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker Countertop with Handle, Ready in 6 Mins, 34lbs Per Day, Removable Top Cover, Auto-Cleaning, Portable Sonic Ice Maker with Basket and Scoop, for Home/Party/RV/Camping (Black)
EUHOMY
- 6 MINS ICE-MAKING & NUGGET ICE: Quench your thirst fast with efficient EUHOMY nugget ice maker! You can enjoy fresh sonic ice and cold drinks in 6 to 8 mins. Featuring a 1.2Qt water tank, it easily makes up to 34 lbs of ice daily and has a 1.8 lbs removeable basket. The unique, crunchy soft pellet ice won't hurt your hands or mouth and cools drinks quickly while retaining their taste, providing a joyfully chewable experience. It's so perfect for icing coffee, smoothies and munching on ice as a snack
- COMPACT & PORTABLE DESIGN: Our nugget ice maker has a sturdy handle, a compact size (LWH) of 9.45×11.61×12.99 inch and pretty light weight. Those features make our pebble ice maker easy to carry and so excellent for any occasions such as Home/Office/Camping/Party/Bar/RV. Another user-friendly design is the ice scoop holder on the back that allows easy storage when not in use, the large viewing window allows direct monitoring of the ice-making process. Buy now and enjoy refreshing drinks all summer long
- SMART & AUTO-CLEANING: Unlike other ice makers that run in cycles, aging the internals. EUHOMY nugget ice maker features "ICE FULL" indicator to stop ice-making and remind you to take out ice. The "ADD WATER" will alert you to add water. Pellet ice maker will run a 15 mins self-cleaning by a simple press the "Ice/Clean" for 3s after adding water. The top cover is also easily lifted for more thorough cleaning. Our double cleaning design provides a safe and clean ice-making experience
- QUIETER & ENERGY-SAVING: Our countertop nugget ice maker excellent at refrigeration while running at less than 50 dB noise, ensuring a comfortable and quiet environment for working or sleeping. With its low energy consumption of about 3 kWh/Daily, you'll save more on electricity bills while enjoying refreshing drinks. And by choosing our ice maker, you'll wow your guests before they try delicious sonic ice
- ETL CERTIFICATION & SERVICE PROMISE: Our nugget ice maker is ETL certified to promise safety. You can use pebble ice maker with confidence. Our mission is to provide premium ice makers at reasonable prices. We offer 1-year after-sales service from the original purchase date & technical support. Suppose you have any questions about using our pellet ice maker, please reach out to us anytime! Our customer teams are always ready to help you with anything you need
Smart Control
ecozy Nugget Ice Maker Countertop, Smart Pebble Ice Machine with APP Control, 44 lbs Per Day Soft Pellet Chewable Ice with Self-Cleaning, Stainless Steel
ecozy
- IceLumix Full-Color Panel: Industry-first display with vibrant icons, real-time TDS and temperature. Smarter control, clearer visuals—ice-making has never looked this good
- Advanced Double-Layer Insulation: Keeps ice colder 20% longer with upgraded thermal insulation. More cooling, less melting—efficiency meets everyday convenience
- Simplify Water Refills & Ice Access: Pull-out water tank streamlines refills and cleaning. Easily remove the basket to transfer ice without mess or hassle
- Smart App & Voice Control: Use the EcozyHome app or voice commands via Alexa and Google Assistant to start, stop ice anytime, from anywhere
- Enough Ice, Easy to See: Delivers up to 44 lbs of ice daily—perfect for families or hosting. Built-in LED basket light makes ice level checks quick and easy. For best results, transfer ice to the freezer promptly to prevent clumping
- Clean Made Simple: Stay fresh with self-cleaning. Removable parts allow for deep care, helping ensure every piece of chewable ice is clean, pure, and ready to enjoy
Fast Ice
Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Maker Countertop with Soft Chewable Ice, Portable Sonic Ice Maker with Basket and Scoop, Removable Top Cover, Auto-Cleaning for Home/Party/RV/Camping (Stainless Steel Silver)
Antarctic Star
- 【Chewable Nugget Ice】 – Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Maker can create soft ice that is easier to chew, bringing you the ultimate ice cube enjoyment. It is suitable for beverages and cocktails. Soft ice cubes are more likely to protect your teeth
- 【10-Minute Rapid Ice】 – Makes the first batch in just 10 mins, so you’ll never wait for chilled drinks. Produces up to 34 lbs of ice per day, ideal for parties, bars, or large families.
- 【Portable & Easy to Use】 – Lightweight with a comfortable handle and included ice scoop/basket—take it anywhere (home, office, RV, camping). "Ice Full" and "Low Water" indicators prevent overflows and dry runs.
- 【Smart Self-Cleaning】 – One-touch Self-Cleaning, make sure the nugget ice remain fresh and clean. Just add water, then turn off the machine and hold down the power button for 5 seconds to start the cleaning mode
- 【Space-Saving Design】Compact countertop ice maker, sturdy carrying handle, including ice scoop and storage basket. This ice maker is suitable for kitchens, offices, bars and dormitories, making it very easy for you to get ice
High Capacity
GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL with 1 Gallon Tank, Chewable Crunchable Countertop Nugget Ice Maker, Scoop included, 38 lbs in 24 hours, Pellet Ice Machine with WiFi & Smart Connected, Stainless Steel
Profile
- OPAL NUGGET ICE, THE GOOD ICE: Serve up chewable, crunchable, craveable nugget ice that's ready fast and retains its flavor, unlike traditional hard cubes. Refreshing nugget ice is made from compacted ice flakes and is perfect for your favorite beverages
- WATER TANK: Eliminate the need for an outside water source with an attached water supply for ice, which allows you to produce up to three times more ice and Easily detaches for water filling and clean up
- BUILT-IN WIFI AND VOICE CONTROL: Pair your ice maker with the SmartHQ app to monitor device status and schedule fresh ice. Receive automatic software updates that include ice maker features and access voice control capabilities through Alexa and Google
- 38 POUNDS OF ICE PER DAY: Begin enjoying your first batch of ice in 10 minutes or less. Never run out of nugget ice thanks to a large capacity ice maker that makes 1.6 lbs of fresh ice per hour and the removable drawer holds up to 3lbs of ice at a time
- CONVENIENT CLEANING SOLUTIONS: Water filter (P4INKFILTR) and citric acid descaling powder (P4DNK6CLEAN) sold separately. The Opal water filter and citric acid descaling powder is designed for the GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker to provide fresh-tasting ice every time.
Continuous Ice
EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker Countertop, 40Lbs/24H Pebble Ice Maker Machine, Self-Cleaning Countertop Sonic Ice Makers with Ice Scoop&Basket, Pellet Ice Maker Machine for Home/Kitchen/Office
EUHOMY
- Continuous Ice Production: The Euhomy nugget ice maker countertop delivers your first batch of soft, chewable ice in just 7-10 minutes. With its 1.8L water tank capacity, this portable ice maker produce up to 40 pounds of pebble ice per day perfect for home use or parties. Enjoy endless fresh ice anytime, no more store runs needed!
- Chewable & Crunchable Nugget Ice: Love chewing ice? The EUHOMY countertop nugget ice maker creates perfectly textured pellet ice that's soft yet satisfyingly crunchy. Enjoy the authentic icy flavor straight up, or mix it into cocktails and sodas and it's the perfect addition to any drink.
- Effortless Operation: Concerned about complexity? The EUHOMY pebble ice makers countertop features intuitive one-touch control and simply press the "ICE" button to start making pellet ice instantly. The built-in "LIGHT" function illuminates the chamber, letting you monitor the ice-making process clearly even in low-light conditions.
- Smart Self-Cleaning System: The EUHOMY pellet ice maker machine countertop features an automated cleaning program. With just one press of the "CLEAN" button, enjoy a thorough 20 mins cleaning cycle and no more manual scrubbing required. Maintenance made effortless.
- Compact Design & Dedicated Support: The EUHOMY sonic ice maker boasts a compact 13.8"×9.8"×14.9" frame that fits perfectly on any countertop. Ideal for homes, offices, and kitchens. Our dedicated customer service team is always ready to assist. NOTE: The blue/green film on new units is protective – please remove before use.
Best Budget
Nugget Ice Makers Countertop with Soft Chewable Pellet Ice, Pebble Ice Maker Machine with Self-Cleaning, 35Lbs/24Hrs, One-Click Operation, Ice Basket/Ice Scoop for Home/Office/Bar/Party, Black
ZAFRO
- 【Fast Ice Making】- ZAFRO nugget ice maker uses a highly-efficient compressor to make ice just 7mins, the ice maker products 35lbs/24Hrs(total output may depend on the ambient temps), it’s an ideal choice for you to choose our pebble ice maker for your home, office, bar.
- 【Enjoy the Delicious Ice】- Compare to traditional ice, the nugget ice of our countertop ice maker is softer, more chew-able and more crunchy, Enjoy fresh ice anytime and anywhere.
- 【Self-Cleaning Function】- One-click (just press the power “on/off” for 5s) cleaning operation to provide you with the through cleaning, easy operation to free your hands.
- 【Low Noise】- The countertop ice machine is equipped with a 2023 generation of high-efficiency compressor , which achieves low noise level. It will not affect your daily work or entertainment.
- 【Portable Ice Maker】- This portable ice maker with size 11.3(D)*8.66(W)*12.68(H) inchs. Easy to carry, this countertop nugget ice maker is the ideal choice for Kitchen, Living room, Bedroom, Office and Party.
Easy Operation
Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Makers Countertop with Self-Cleaning, 35lbs/24H, Portable Sonic Ice Maker Machine with Handle/Basket/Scoop for Home, Kitchen, Office, Camping(Stainless Steel Silver)
Antarctic Star
- Continuous Ice Production: This ice maker can quickly make ice to meet your needs in around 6 minutes, it can produce up to 35 pounds of soft and chewable ice cubes every day, making it an ideal choice for enjoying fresh ice at any time.
- Crunchy Nugget Ice Cubes: These ice cubes made by this ice maker are perfect for use in sodas, cocktails, smoothies, etc. Whether it's an outdoor barbecue or a late-night binge on TV, this compact "energy source" can keep every drink cool and refreshing, providing an ultimate refreshing experience.
- Hassle-Free Operation: A single mechanical button starts or stops ice making, while dual LEDs give instant alerts—"ADD WATER" when the 1.1 L side-fill tank runs low and "ICE FULL" when the removable 1.2 L basket reaches its limit—so you never have to guess.
- Automatic Cleaning Function: The ice maker has an automatic self-cleaning feature, which ensures that the ice remains fresh and clean. Just add water, then turn off the machine, and press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to start the cleaning mode.
- Portable & Space-Saving: With its compact footprint, rugged carry handle, included ice scoop and storage basket, this ice maker slips easily into any setting—kitchen, desktop, or campsite—so fresh crushed ice are always within reach.
Durable Build
COWSAR Nugget Ice Makers Countertop Soft Chewable Pellet Ice Machine with Auto-Cleaning Function, 35Lbs/24H, Portable Ice Makers for Kitchen, Office, Home,Silver
COWSAR
- 【Durability】The nugget ice makers are made of stainless steel, which is durable and easy to clean.
- 【8 Mins Ice Making】COWSAR nugget ice maker only take 8 mins to enjoy the fist round of 0.5 pounds chewable ice. The new upgraded compressor products 35lbs/24Hrs, Continuous ice making, no longer need to store ice!
- 【Soft Ice get 】The chewable nugget ice has a softer texture and a larger surface area than traditional hard block ice, Keep the original flavor of whiskey and beverages and add coolness.
- 【Low Noise】The compressor of the upgraded Nugget Ice Maker reduces the sound, only producing 46 DB， so you don't have to be bothered by the noisy sound when the machine works.
- 【Automatic Cleaning】The ice maker has one-click automatic cleaning button to save your more time. Only press "clean" button for five seconds, The ice maker takes about 15 minutes to complete the cleaning.
- 【Compact & Portable design】 This mini ice maker just weights 20.68 pounds and has compact dimensions of 11.3 x 8.66 x 12.68 inches. It can easily fit in most countertop and tabletop or being taken out, and perfect for home, office, kitchen, RV, basement bars, especially for personal or family party use.
Award Winning
Frigidaire Nugget Ice Maker, Countertop Ice Machine with Transparent Window, Sonic Ice Maker with 44 lbs. Capacity, Auto Self Cleaning Ice Maker Machine, 2.0 Gen, Cream – 16.75D x 11.75W x 20.25H
Frigidaire
- Award-Winning Innovation: Ces 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree, The Frigidaire Nugget Ice Maker Revolutionizes Home Ice With Soft, Yet Crunchy Nuggets That Are Perfect For Any Beverage. Enjoy Chewable, Restaurant-Quality Ice At Home Whenever You Want!
- Effortless Touch Control: Tap Into Intuitive Ice-Making With Our Intelligent Control Panel. Producing Up To 44 Lbs. Of Ice Daily, The First Ice Nuggets Are Ready In Just 10-15 Minutes.
- Compact Size : Conveniently Sized For Spaces Of All Size, This Compact Ice Maker Fits Under Cabinets For Seamless Countertop Placement.
- Convenient Design: Designed With Drawer Access And A Viewing Window, This Nugget Ice Maker Allows You To Quickly View Ice Levels. No Water Hookup Needed—Just Plug In And Fill The Reservoir For Immediate Use.
- Automated Self-cleaning: The Auto Self-Cleaning Function With The Press Of A Button Ensures Fresh-Tasting Ice Every Time, Maintaining Optimal Hygiene And Taste.
- Sleek & Practical: Designed With A Stylish Matte Exterior, This Nugget Ice Machine Adds Sophistication To Any Kitchen. Complete With An Ice Scoop And Drip Tray, This Compact Ice Machine Is As Practical As It Is Stylish.
- Ample Storage: With A 3 Lbs. Ice Basket Capacity, You'Ll Also Always Have Plenty Of Ice On Hand.
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FAQs
What is nugget ice?
Nugget ice, also known as pebble ice or pellet ice, is small, soft, and chewable ice that is popular for its ability to absorb flavors.
How quickly can a nugget ice maker produce ice?
Many nugget ice makers can produce ice in as little as 6 minutes, though the initial batch may take slightly longer.
How much ice can a nugget ice maker produce in a day?
The ice production capacity varies, but many countertop nugget ice makers can produce between 24 to 40 pounds of ice per day.
Do nugget ice makers require a water line?
No, most countertop nugget ice makers have a reservoir that you fill with water, eliminating the need for a direct water line.
Do nugget ice makers have a self-cleaning function?
Yes, many nugget ice makers come equipped with a self-cleaning function to simplify maintenance.
Are nugget ice makers portable?
Yes, most countertop nugget ice makers are designed to be portable and can be easily moved.
What is the capacity of the GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL's water tank?
The GE Profile Opal 2.0 XL has a 1-gallon water tank.
Do any nugget ice makers have smart features?
Yes, some models, like the ecozy Nugget Ice Maker, offer smart features with app control.
