Home Ice Guide

Every kind of ice maker

Eight kinds of machine, from a plug-in countertop box to a built-in undercounter unit. Start with where it goes and what ice you love; each page compares every model side by side.

Which kind is right for you?

KindIce a dayWaterInstallBest for
Countertop26–45 lbTank (some: line)Plug inKitchens without an ice maker in the fridge
Nugget33–44 lbTank (some: line)Plug inDaily soda, iced coffee and water drinkers
Portable26–40 lbTank (some: line)Plug inRV trips and camping with power
Small26–35 lbTank (some: line)Plug inSmall kitchens and apartments
Clear ice9–65 lbTank (some: line)Plug inCocktails, whisky and a home bar
Undercounter25–90 lbWater lineBuilt in, usually a drainA home bar or kitchen island
Water dispenser26–160 lbTank (some: line)Plug inOffices and break rooms
Outdoor25–80 lbWater lineBuilt in, usually a drainOutdoor kitchens and covered patios