Why Your Home Barista Setup Doesn't Need a Coffee Shop Ice Machine
Thinking of buying a commercial coffee shop ice machine for your home espresso bar? I tried it. Here is why a portable ice maker is the much smarter choice.
I Swapped My Fridge Cubes for the Ice Maker EAM-IM001-PP-BK
I ditched my broken fridge dispenser and tested the ice maker eam-im001-pp-bk for a month. Here is what actually happened to my daily iced coffee habit.
How a Small Commercial Ice Machine Saved My Mobile Business
Running a food truck means constantly fighting the heat. Here is how upgrading to a small commercial ice machine stopped daily ice runs and saved my profits.
I Built a Home Drive-Thru With a Self Dispensing Nugget Ice Maker
Tired of communal ice scoops and messy counters? I tested a self dispensing nugget ice maker to see if the drive-thru experience is worth it at home.
Stop Judging Ice Machine Makers by Their '9-Minute' Claims
As an appliance tester, I have run countless ice machine makers until their compressors finally died. Here is what you actually need to know before buying.
Stop Refilling: Why You Need a Nugget Ice Maker With Side Tank
Sick of the 'add water' beep? I tested if upgrading to a nugget ice maker with side tank actually saves time or just eats up valuable kitchen counter space.
Ice Machine Not Working? Why I Finally Stopped Trying to Fix Mine
Is your ice machine not working? After days of testing valves and thawing tubes, I learned exactly when to stop fixing the fridge and buy a portable unit.
What Nobody Tells You Before Buying a Dreamiracle Ice Maker
I ran the Dreamiracle ice maker for a full month. Here is my honest review on its speed, noise, and how to survive the confusing Dreamiracle ice maker manual.
Are New Air Ice Makers Worth the Premium? I Tested One for 30 Days
After burning through cheap generic brands, I spent a month testing new air ice makers to see if the build quality and ice speed actually justify the cost.