If you’re reading this, you probably have strong opinions about ice. Sonic ice, clear ice, large cubes, small cubes. Your freezer’s built-in maker just isn’t cutting it anymore. We spent three weeks running the most popular countertop ice makers non-stop, measuring noise levels, time-to-first-batch, and, most importantly, cube quality.
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nnnnGE Profile Opal 2.0 — $549.00
nnnThe gold standard for nugget ice. It’s expensive, but it delivers that highly-coveted, chewable ‘Sonic-style’ ice rapidly and quietly. Rating: 4.8/5
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nnnPros
nnn- Perfect nugget ice texture
- Side tank included
- Smart WiFi connected
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nCons
nnn- High price point
- Requires regular cleaning
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nIgloo Premium Self-Cleaning Ice Maker — $149.99
nnnA solid budget-friendly option that produces bullet ice quickly without eating up your entire counter space. Rating: 4.2/5
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nnnPros
nnn- Fast 7-minute cycle
- Self-cleaning function
- Compact footprint
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nCons
nnn- Bullet ice melts faster
- Slightly noisy compressor
