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Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker

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Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker

  • 26 lbs of ice per 24 hours
  • 9 cubes ready in about 7 minutes
  • Automatic 5-cycle self-cleaning function
  • Large or small cube size selector
  • Compact footprint under 10 inches wide
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Is the Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker worth it?

Yes, for the right buyer. The Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker ranks #1 in our Best Countertop Ice Makers for Small Kitchens list (top pick). Its biggest strength: smallest true footprint in this list, fits a narrow counter strip or a cart. The main caveat: 1-quart reservoir needs refilling every day or two with regular use.

Overview

What the Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker does well

The Igloo adds self-cleaning at a price where most competitors skip it entirely. The highlights are self-cleaning cycle is unusual at this price point and genuinely reduces maintenance and compact footprint fits most small kitchens or bar carts. The tradeoff: 1-quart reservoir needs daily refilling with regular use.

Best for easy cleanup. The highlights are self-cleaning cycle matters more on a machine that sits unused between trips and can develop odors and compact size fits a cabinet shelf or a milk crate for transport. One caveat, reservoir needs refilling roughly daily with steady use at a campsite.

Specs that matter

Key features

  • 26 lbs of ice per 24 hours
  • 9 cubes ready in about 7 minutes
  • Automatic 5-cycle self-cleaning function
  • Large or small cube size selector
  • Compact footprint under 10 inches wide
The trade-offs

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Smallest true footprint in this list, fits a narrow counter strip or a cart
  • Self-cleaning cycle reduces the maintenance most small-kitchen owners skip
  • 9 cubes in 7 minutes is fast enough that you never wait long for a refill

Cons

  • 1-quart reservoir needs refilling every day or two with regular use
  • Bullet-shaped ice melts faster than nugget or cube ice in a drink
  • Plastic housing feels less premium than stainless steel competitors
Fit check

Should you buy the Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker?

Buy it if you're…

  • Shopping for small kitchens
  • Shopping for budgets under $100
  • Shopping for rv and camping
  • Shopping for budgets under $200

Think twice if this matters to you

  • 1-quart reservoir needs refilling every day or two with regular use
  • Bullet-shaped ice melts faster than nugget or cube ice in a drink
  • Plastic housing feels less premium than stainless steel competitors
Where it ranks

Featured in 4 best-of lists

ListRank
Best Countertop Ice Makers for Small Kitchens· Top pick#1 / 5
Best Countertop Ice Makers Under $100#1 / 2
Best Countertop Ice Makers for RV and Camping#2 / 4
Best Countertop Ice Makers Under $200#2 / 4
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Buying advice: ice makers

  1. Bullet ice is hollow and quick to make. Nugget ice is soft and chewable but the machines cost more. Clear-cube models make dense ice that melts slowly.
  2. Ratings like 26 lb per 24 hours assume ideal conditions. Warm rooms and warm water lower real output.
  3. Countertop units use a reservoir you fill by hand. Undercounter machines plumb into a water line and need a drain.
  4. Mineral scale and slime build up inside. Self-cleaning cycles help, but you still need to descale and drain regularly.
  5. Compressors and ice dropping into the basket are audible. Leave space around vents for airflow.

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Answers

Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker: common questions

Is the Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker worth buying?

Yes, for the right buyer. The Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker ranks #1 in our Best Countertop Ice Makers for Small Kitchens list (top pick). Its biggest strength: smallest true footprint in this list, fits a narrow counter strip or a cart. The main caveat: 1-quart reservoir needs refilling every day or two with regular use.

Who is the Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker best for?

Based on our research it suits small kitchens, budgets under $100, rv and camping and budgets under $200. It's ranked #1 of 5 in our Best Countertop Ice Makers for Small Kitchens list.

What are the downsides of the Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker?

The main trade-offs owners and reviewers point to: 1-quart reservoir needs refilling every day or two with regular use; bullet-shaped ice melts faster than nugget or cube ice in a drink; plastic housing feels less premium than stainless steel competitors.

What are the key features of the Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker?

26 lbs of ice per 24 hours, 9 cubes ready in about 7 minutes, Automatic 5-cycle self-cleaning function, Large or small cube size selector and Compact footprint under 10 inches wide.

What are the best alternatives to the Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker?

Worth comparing: Frigidaire Countertop Ice Maker, Euhomy Nugget Ice Maker Countertop and GE Profile Opal 2.0 Nugget Ice Maker. Each ranks near it in our research for a slightly different buyer.

Where can I buy the Igloo Automatic Self-Cleaning Ice Maker?

It's sold on Amazon. Prices and stock change often, so check the current listing before you buy, our link takes you straight to it.

How much ice do I actually need for a party?

A reasonable planning number is 1 to 1.5 pounds of ice per guest for a few hours of drinks, more if you're also chilling bottles or cans in a tub. For 15 to 20 guests over an afternoon, that's roughly 20 to 30 pounds, which a 34 to 40-pound-per-day machine can keep up with as long as it's been running for a few hours before the party starts, since the ice bin only holds a few pounds at a time and the rest comes from continuous production.

Should I run the ice maker before guests arrive?

Yes, and this matters more than the machine's daily rating suggests. The storage bin on most countertop ice makers holds only 2 to 3.5 pounds of ice at once, the daily total is a cumulative figure, not a standing reserve. Start the machine 3 to 4 hours before a party so it has a full bin plus a couple of completed cycles banked before guests start scooping.

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