No Freezer Required: How Does a Countertop Ice Maker Work So Fast?
If you're asking how does countertop ice maker work without an actual freezer, you aren't alone. Here is the clever science behind that 8-minute batch.
I Took a Cabela's Ice Maker Camping: Is It Actually Rugged?
Tired of soggy coolers, I packed a Cabela's ice maker for a week of summer camping. Here is how this rugged machine handled the heat, dirt, and heavy use.
I Put a Compact Countertop Ice Maker in My Tiny Kitchen for a Month
Wondering if a compact countertop ice maker will fit in your cramped kitchen? Here is what a month of testing taught me about space, noise, and daily output.
I Used a Fridge That Can Be a Freezer for Party Ice (Big Mistake)
Thinking of buying a fridge that can be a freezer to store extra party ice? Here is why switching from refrigerator to freezer mode is a frustrating mistake.
I Tested the Sycees Ice Maker Expecting a Total Disaster
I gambled on the suspiciously cheap Sycees ice maker to see if it could handle my daily iced coffee habit. Here is my honest review and manual breakdown.
Why I Abandoned My $3K Custom Ice Machine Project
I almost wrecked my home bar renovation trying to install a custom ice machine. Here is why a sleek countertop custom ice maker is the much smarter choice.
Why I Stopped Hating the Cubes From My Bullet Ice Machine
Think a bullet ice machine makes cheap, fast-melting cubes? I thought so too, until I tested one at a crowded party and realized it is actually brilliant.
I Fried 3 Units Finding the Best Ice Maker for Outdoor Kitchen Use
Looking for the best ice maker for outdoor kitchen setups? I learned the hard way that patio heat kills standard compressors. Here is what actually survives.
Why a Commercial Ice Box Machine Will Ruin Your Home Kitchen
Lusting after the endless cubes of a convenience store ice machine? I explain why installing a commercial ice box machine at home is a costly disaster.