Can an Ice Portable Ice Maker Survive a 20-Person BBQ?
Wondering if an ice portable ice maker can keep up with a thirsty crowd? I tested it during a 20-person BBQ. Here is how to stockpile cubes like a pro.
Your Frozen Ice Maker Isn't Broken (Here's How to Fix It)
Got a completely frozen ice maker? Before you call a repair tech or buy a new machine, try this 15-minute thawing method and find out why it froze up.
'Fast Ice' Is a Trap: Why I Upgraded to a Large Capacity Ice Maker
Stop falling for the nine-minute batch myth. Here is why upgrading to a large capacity ice maker is the only way to actually keep enough ice on hand.
Why I Put a Portable Ice Maker in Kitchen Island Prep Zones
Thinking about an expensive under-counter unit? Here is exactly why I skipped the plumber and put a portable ice maker in kitchen island prep zones instead.
The 5-Minute Ice Maker Fix I Try Before Giving Up
Before you pay for an automatic ice maker repair, try this simple ice maker fix. Here is my checklist to see if your machine is truly dead or just jammed.
I Tested 40 Units to Learn Exactly How to Buy an Ice Machine
Wondering how to buy an ice machine that actually lasts? I tested dozens of models until their compressors died to find out what specs really matter.
I Bought an Ice Machine Ice O Matic. Here's Why I Sold It.
I thought upgrading our bed and breakfast with a commercial ice machine ice o matic would impress guests. Instead, it became a loud, expensive nightmare.
Do You Actually Need a Modular Ice Machine for Your House?
Thinking about upgrading to a modular ice machine? Here is why installing a separate head and bin is usually a very expensive mistake for residential homes.
I Tested the NutriChef Ice Maker to See If the Dispenser Actually Works
I ran the NutriChef ice maker for a month to test its digital dispenser, decode the manual, and see if this countertop machine is actually worth the space.