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Polar Active Ice 3.0 Review: a practical cold therapy workhorse for busted knees and joints

Product Test

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11/02/2026

Polar Active Ice 3.0 Review: a practical cold therapy workhorse for busted knees and joints

Intertek ice maker: everything you need to know

Orgo ice maker: the ultimate guide to the perfect ice experience

Top Rated Brands

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12/06/2025

Orgo ice maker: the ultimate guide to the perfect ice experience

Prepology ice maker: a detailed look into features and user experiences

User Reviews

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12/06/2025

Prepology ice maker: a detailed look into features and user experiences

Our latest product reviews

Nugget Ice Maker Machine with Self-Cleaning, 16KG/24H, Porta...

Fast chewable ice at home without wrecking your ears

8.6/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Value for money ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Design ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Packaging ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Durability ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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KLARSTEIN

ICE3-Powericer-XL Industrial Ice Machine - 145 W, 20 Kg/Day,...

Compact ice machine that’s powerful but a bit inconsistent

6.0/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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Sub-Zero Rebuilt Its Undercounter Ice Maker From Scratch to Chase the Home Mixology Boom

Undercounter Models

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13/07/2026

Sub-Zero Rebuilt Its Undercounter Ice Maker From Scratch to Chase the Home Mixology Boom

In-depth look at the Sub-Zero Designer Undercounter Ice Maker DE50I, including clear ice performance, quiet operation, panel-ready design, and how it compares with other luxury undercounter ice machines.

Refined glassware direct choices for top rated ice maker brands

Top Rated Brands

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30/06/2026

Refined glassware direct choices for top rated ice maker brands

Learn how to choose an ice maker brand that matches your glassware, crystal glass, and cocktail style. Compare nugget and cube ice, commercial vs home models, and balance price, capacity, and design for refined bar settings.

ROVSUN Commercial Ice Maker Review: a no-frills ice machine for home bars and small cafés

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The ROVSUN CIM-500T is a straightforward, no-frills commercial-style ice maker that suits home bars, small cafés, and offices that need a steady flow of ice without spending a fortune. It doesn’t fully live up to the 50 kg/24h spec in real-world conditions, but the output is still more than enough f...

COSTWAY Commercial Ice Machine Review: a no-nonsense ice factory for home bars and small venues

★★★★★ ★★★★★

This COSTWAY commercial ice machine is basically a compact ice factory for people who are tired of running out of cubes. It’s not pretty or high-tech, but it produces a lot of ice, keeps it stored in a decent-sized bin, and doesn’t need constant babysitting. The stainless steel body, simple controls...

Venniel WQJR-A01 Commercial Ice Maker Review: plenty of ice, a few quirks

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After a few weeks of real use, my take is simple: this Venniel WQJR-A01 is a no-frills commercial-style ice maker that delivers plenty of ice for a reasonable price, with a couple of minor annoyances you need to accept. It’s not fancy, but it gets the job done. The 55 kg/day output and 16 kg storage...

EUHOMY Commercial Ice Maker 45kg/24H Review: a compact workhorse if you treat it right

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The EUHOMY 45kg/24H commercial ice maker is a straightforward workhorse: it makes a lot of ice, fairly quietly, in a compact under-counter format. In my use, it has done exactly what I bought it for — no more last-minute runs for ice bags, and enough cubes on hand for family, friends, and a small ba...

LunaArc™ Crescent Ice Maker Review: a compact ice machine that finally keeps up with summer drinks

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The EUHOMY LunaArc™ Crescent Ice Maker is a pretty solid choice if you’re tired of ice trays and don’t want to pay for a huge fridge just to get ice on demand. It makes a good amount of crescent-shaped ice fairly quickly, the cubes are decent in drinks, and the machine is simple enough that everyone...

Polar GL192 G-Series Review: compact bullet ice machine for busy bars (with a few catches)

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The Polar GL192 G-Series under-counter ice machine is a practical, mid-range option for small to medium bars, cafés and restaurants that need a steady supply of bullet ice without giving up a lot of under-bar space. When it’s running properly, it produces a good amount of ice, the controls are simpl...

CREWORKS CIM-09045 Review: a no-nonsense ice workhorse for home bars and small businesses

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The CREWORKS CIM-09045 is basically a compact commercial ice machine that’s been priced low enough for serious home users and small businesses. It doesn’t try to be fancy: it’s a stainless steel box that makes a lot of square, clear ice, and on that front it delivers. Once installed properly, it kee...

Daewoo 12KG Ice Maker Review: compact countertop ice on tap (with a few quirks)

★★★★★ ★★★★★

Overall, the Daewoo 12KG Ice Maker is a pretty solid little machine for everyday use. It delivers what it promises: regular batches of bullet-style ice in a few minutes, with simple controls and no complicated setup. The compact size, carry handle, and clear indicator lights make it practical to mov...

COSTWAY Commercial Ice Maker 50kg/24h Review: plenty of ice on paper, mixed experience in real life

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The COSTWAY Commercial Ice Maker 50kg/24h is one of those machines that looks great on paper: plenty of capacity, under‑counter design, stainless steel shell, auto water supply, and self‑cleaning. When it’s running properly, it produces more than enough ice for a home bar or a small business, and th...

Kismile Nugget Ice Maker Review: Crunchy ice on tap without wrecking your counter space

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The Kismile Nugget Ice Maker does what it promises: it makes chewable nugget ice on your counter without sounding like a jet engine or taking up half the kitchen. The ice texture is genuinely good, the machine is simple to use, and the noise level is low enough for normal home use. For daily iced co...

Berlinzo Premium Clear Ice Ball Maker Review: clear spheres for people who are done with cloudy cubes

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the BERLINZO Premium Clear Ice Ball Maker for a couple of weeks, I’d sum it up like this: it does what it promises, but you have to accept the trade-offs. You get noticeably clearer, big ice spheres that melt slower and look good in the glass. For whiskey, bourbon, and slower-sipped cock...

CREWORKS Countertop Ice Cube Maker Review: a compact ice workhorse that just keeps churning

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The CREWORKS countertop ice cube maker is a practical step up from the usual cheap plastic ice machines. It’s compact enough for most kitchens, built from stainless steel, and actually delivers on its main promise: a steady flow of clear, square cubes that last longer in drinks. The capacity (up to...

ecozy 2'' Clear Ice Cube Maker Review: big clear cubes for whiskey without fuss (but not without quirks)

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After living with the ecozy 2'' clear ice cube maker, my conclusion is pretty straightforward: it does what it says, and it does it well, but it’s a niche tool. If you’re into whiskey, bourbon, or proper cocktails and you actually care about how your ice looks and how slowly it melts, this machine m...

by Alexis Fountain

COWSAR Nugget Ice Maker Review: compact chewable ice machine for everyday drinks

Product Test

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07/06/2026

COWSAR Nugget Ice Maker Review: compact chewable ice machine for everyday drinks

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The COWSAR Nugget Ice Maker is a practical countertop machine for people who genuinely use a lot of ice and like the softer, chewable style. It’s compact, reasonably quiet, and easy enough to live with day to day. The 8-minute first batch and steady output mean you’re not standing around waiting for...

FADHOLE Bullet Ice Maker Review: a compact ice machine that mostly gets the job done

★★★★★ ★★★★★

Overall, the FADHOLE portable bullet ice maker is a pretty solid option if you’re sick of ice trays or buying bags all the time and just want a steady, simple supply of ice at home. It makes ice quickly enough, the two bullet sizes cover most drink situations, and the self‑cleaning function keeps ma...

by Carter Wilkinson

Cubed, Nugget, Crescent or Bullet: Matching Ice Shape to How You Actually Drink

Water Quality and Ice Taste

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05/06/2026

Cubed, Nugget, Crescent or Bullet: Matching Ice Shape to How You Actually Drink

Learn how different ice shapes—large clear cubes, standard cubes, nugget, crescent and bullet ice—change cocktail dilution, flavor and presentation, and how to match each style to your favorite drinks at home.

EASYERA IM-BS262G Ice Maker Review: compact, fast ice for people who are done with freezer trays

Product Test

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31/05/2026

EASYERA IM-BS262G Ice Maker Review: compact, fast ice for people who are done with freezer trays

★★★★★ ★★★★★

This EASYERA countertop ice maker is basically for people who are tired of messing around with freezer trays and last-minute ice runs, but don’t have space for a big machine. It’s compact, simple to use, and actually produces ice quickly enough for daily use and small gatherings. The bullets aren’t...

Cooks Professional 12KG Ice Maker Review: a compact workhorse for people who are tired of refilling ice trays

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Cooks Professional 12KG ice maker regularly, my overall take is that it’s a solid, no-nonsense machine for people who actually use a lot of ice. It starts producing ice quickly, keeps up with normal household needs, and feels better built than the cheaper models I’ve tried. You do ne...

by Muriel D'Ambrosio