Wow! I really LOVE this ice maker! It is simple to use, not very noisy and such a great thing to have! The ice can be small or large bullet shape with the small indent on one end. The ice is dense and lasts a long time in drinks. I bought a plastic ice bin from a local store and can make enough ice to fill it in no time. It shuts off on it's own when full, so even if you walk away or forget about it, no mess! If the ice you made melts, the water go through the collection tray and goes back into the water supply. There is a plug on the bottom to empty it if needed. It comes with a removable ice bin, a plastic scoop and paper instructions. Helpful Hint: if you find that your jce sticks together after being in the freezer- I use the handle end of a mixer beater and it breaks apart the ice nicely without damaging the ice shape. The photo shows the plastic ice bin I bought at a local store for 97 cents. Great value, great quality, convenient size for storage and use, must have for summer. Makes ice in less than half the time of a fridge icemaker.

This ice maker has mostly been great and I 100% recommend it (but also get the $20ish extended service warranty thing because we’ve used it once and getting a brand new replacement was too easy)! We mostly use it RVing and while I always thought it was a needless purchase it’s been a game changer! My dislikes are that it’s a royal pain to clean the insides (rarely needed), it is a bit noisy, the basket design causes the ice to dam up and stop making before it’s actually full, and there’s no discernible difference between the Large and Small ice cube sizes (somewhat common among ice makers). Also it would’ve been nice for them to add a hanger on the left side for the ice scoop (we added a command strip hook). We only use filtered water in it (ZeroWater or WaterDrop pitcher) which will definitely extend its life! Obviously keep it away from sources of heat and give it a decent clearance around the vents on the back and right hand side. If this one breaks outside of the warranty period I imagine we’ll buy another identical one!

I got this on a decent sale, after looking around at different options for ice machines, and went with this one because of the reviews and the reasonable price. This really does make ice quickly with very minimal effort. You fill the unit with water, and it makes about 9 cubes in just under 10 minutes. One thing that it lacks is the ability to keep the ice cold; you'll need to transfer it to the freezer to keep it ice cold, but it does recycle any water that melts and reuses it to make more ice. The buttons on the unit are easy to use understand and overall the unit does not take up a lot of space in my smaller space. I have it conveniently located on top of my bottom loading water dispenser, ready to go at all points in time. I made a bunch of ice when I first got it (it does have that classic factory plastic smell, so cleaning it out with vinegar and using the machine with just plain tap water several times helped clear out the smell), and when I need to make more as needed, it starts right up like when I first plugged it in.

Wanted a back-up ice source for entertaining and at the price this seemed to be a good choice. It makes ice quickly and is not too noisy. The ice must be put in the freezer immediately if you plan on using it later, there is no temp control in the bin. The size in compact, easy to store.

I purchased the Insignia Portable Ice Maker as a solution to my broken fridge water line, and it has exceeded all my expectations. It fits perfectly in my beverage/coffee nook without taking up too much counter space, making it a functional and aesthetic addition to my kitchen. I run the ice maker for about 15 hours a day, and it has never missed a beat. Initially, I wasn’t confident it could keep up with my demand, so I opted for the replacement plan—but to my surprise, it has performed flawlessly. It produces ice at a steady pace, taking about 30 minutes to fill the basket. When I forget to empty it, the auto shut-off feature is a lifesaver, preventing overflow. On a few occasions, I’ve even dumped melted ice back into the reservoir and restarted the cycle without any issues. Whenever I host guests, the ice maker always garners compliments for its convenience and practicality. It’s also portable enough that I’ve taken it on vacation, which is a great bonus. Cleaning it is straightforward, which makes maintenance a breeze. Overall, this little machine is a powerhouse and a great investment. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable, compact, and efficient ice maker.