Best ice makers 2022 for cubes or crushed ice

Ice machines really don’t get flashier than one named Ice Volcano – we already feel refreshed. From kitchen expert Klarstein, the small but mighty maker can produce an endless amount of ice cream, from ball-shaped shards to larger cubes for neat measures of whiskey or vodka.

Fill the 2 liter reservoir and press start to watch the first cubes drop into the easy-access storage container in about 10 minutes. If you need it, it can form 12 kg of ice over a 24 hour period. Alerts on the LED control panel allow the quiet machine to easily refill water or know when the bucket is full. There is also a timer, so there is no need to monitor it. Just sit back and enjoy the party.

Also available in black or red.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or just want a few rocks for your G&T party, never run out of ice cream again with this nifty little gadget from Cookworks. It can make small and large ice cubes in eight minutes and comes with a small scoop and an ice basket so you can easily reach them. Running on 105W, the ice maker has a large storage capacity of 12kg, allowing it to house approximately 100 ice cubes. Comes with a one year manufacturer’s warranty.

Never put up with a hot drink again – this ice maker will make sure your servings are at the perfect temperature for a refreshing experience every time. The large 3 liter water tank will make nine ball-shaped cubes (small or large) every ten minutes, and if you’re hosting a large event it can make up to 12 kg over the course of a day. The machine also provides cold drinking water, perfect for sipping on a hot day or for cooking.

If you like to host parties, investing in an ice maker can save you money, not to mention freezer space, in the long run. This compact 100W portable machine can make ice cubes in less than 10 minutes, making it a great little helper when entertaining guests.

It’s also a nice extra to take along for summer camping and caravanning trips, provided you have a mains power source to plug it into. In addition to a large 2.2 L water tank (holds up to 12 kg of ice), it has a useful self-cleaning function that makes it easy to maintain. Available in that eye-catching racing red, although black and white options are also offered. Comes with a two-year manufacturer’s warranty.

Organize a party ? Save space on your freezer for canapes and get this countertop electric ice maker to keep drinks cold. Offering crushed ice and two sizes of ice cubes, it also dispenses cool, refreshing water. It also has sensors to notify you when the reservoir is full and has an automatic shut-off when the ice bucket is full. Available in black and white as well as stainless steel, it is simple to operate with touch sensitive buttons on the LED display.

The mania for all things rose gold shows no signs of abating. Bring a chic touch to your kitchen or bar with this electric ice maker, compact enough to sit on a counter or table. Equipped with a transparent window on the top, turn it on and watch the ice cubes appear in a 10 minute cycle, ready to be added to spirits, cocktails or smoothies. The 1.8L water tank can produce 12kg of ice per day, running quietly in the background so as not to disturb the party atmosphere. Comes with an ice cube scoop.

If you need to crush a large amount of ice quickly, Klarstein’s beautiful silver and black machine is up to the job. With four suction cup feet to keep it steady on your kitchen work surface or home bar, it slices through cubes and large chunks of ice as if they were butter, collecting smaller shavings in the reservoir 3.5 L ice collection container. Perfect for helping you make slushies and summer serve as a frozen margarita.

Be the envy of everyone you know this summer with the coolest gadget on the block. This sleek ice maker can make as many ice cubes as you need, whenever you want – and also cleans itself after itself with a brilliant self-cleaning mode.

The 2.2L water tank is capable of making up to 12 kg of ice in 24 hours and nine ball-shaped blocks in about 10 minutes, making it a great helper for parties large and small . Alerts will let you know when the ice is ready or when you need to refill the reservoir with more water, and there’s a small plastic ice scoop included with purchase.

Why buy expensive bags of ice when this kitchen gadget can make cubes for free? An invaluable tool not just for family events and parties, but useful for your morning smoothie or keeping meat and fish fresh, this machine can create large and small ice cubes in as little as six minutes.

It has an automatic shut-off when the ice bucket is full which is removable, making it easy to transport the cubes if you don’t want to use the included scoop. Just add water, walk away and come back to see fresh ice ready and waiting under the clear window – it couldn’t be easier.

Say goodbye to last minute rushing through supermarket ice cream aisles or forgetting to fill the ice bucket only to wait hours for the water to freeze; this machine starts making ice in less than 10 minutes. Running on 120W, this ice maker can make two sizes of ice cubes to keep your drinks cool this summer. It sits discreetly on the counter with non-slip feet to keep it stable. Just plug in and go. A great essential or cool summer gift for the host who has everything else.