Customer Ratings & Reviews

There is always ice. The ice does melt somewhat if not used right away. It is to be expected if it’s just sitting there. The ice isn’t so frozen that it can’t be broken up and used after it melts a little and becomes fused together. Of course, if you’re using the ice right away, it is perfectly formed and easily usable. It makes ice quickly, so there is always ice when you need it.

Product works great. Plugged it in and had ice in 20 minutes or so.

This ice machine works well. We use it in our camper so the heat from blower isnt ideal especially when its 100+ outside and trying to keep camper cool. But ice is great. Have only used a few times so time will tell.

We purchased this for use in our RV. It has worked great! You can set it on the counter. Fill it with water and have cubes ready in not time without taking up the limited space in the RV freezer. We have also used it at home for a party on the deck saving trips inside to the freezer. Its fairly quiet. It does not hold the ice so you must remember to empty it as it makes the cubes, but that is for all of the ice makers. I highly recommend it.

My new favorite kitchen appliance!!! The ice maker in my LG fridge died about 2 yrs ago, and I had been going to the gas station ever couple of days for 20lb bags of ice. And depending on which place you went, ranging from $5+ each time. Ever since i bought this simple to use counter top ice maker, I'm free!!! I make ice every couple of days, and its great !! The size of the cubes is fabulous !! They fit in every cup I have, they taste amazing, and there's no running out and drinking warm water until I can get out to the store. I definitely recommend this!! I worried that the less expensive machines would not work as good... But, I have not hax any issues. If anything , it is so phenomenal , I sometimes forget I'm making ice, and it just sits there "paused" until I remember!!! I feel like I'm always apologizing to it for forgetting !!! Haha You will love it!!!

I wish I could compare it to others, but this is the first one I have owned. It was purchased it because the one in the refrigerator went south. OK so the cycle takes about 7 minutes just like the instructions say. Here is the way I use it and it appears to work very well. I put a large Tupperware container in the freezer. Each time the ice maker basket fills up I empty it into the Tupperware container. The next time the basket fills up I take the Tupperware container out and smack it on the countertop a few times to get the previous cubes to separate and then add the new cubes in. I repeat this process until the Tupperware container is full. Once it is full, I empty it into a large plastic freezer bag. I repeat this process until the bag of ice is full. So far this has worked out great and I would purchase it again. At the price point it appears to be a good purchase and the performance is acceptable.

I picked up the Insignia Portable Ice Maker mostly for convenience, and while it does technically make ice as advertised, the experience has been pretty middle-of-the-road. It produces small batches of ice reliably enough, and the auto shut-off feature is useful so it doesn’t overflow the bin. For casual use (like making a few drinks throughout the day) it gets the job done. But over time, several drawbacks have kept it from feeling like a truly convenient or worthwhile appliance. The biggest issue is the slow output paired with the very small batch size. If you only need a handful of cubes here and there, it’s fine; but if you’re trying to keep up with multiple drinks or guests, you end up waiting around for the machine to cycle through more ice and it takes a while. The reservoir also runs out of water fairly quickly, which means you’ll be refilling it more often than you’d expect. If you forget to top it off, the machine simply stops running until you notice, which is the opposite of “hands-off” convenience. Another drawback is the noise. When the machine is actively making ice, there’s a noticeable humming and mechanical sound that can be distracting, especially in a smaller kitchen or open living area. It’s not unbearable, but definitely not something you’d want running overnight or during a quiet movie night. The ice itself is also on the smaller, softer side and sometimes comes out partially melted or inconsistent in shape. It works fine for basic drinks but doesn’t have the firmness or size you’d get from a standard freezer ice maker. Maintenance is another factor. Like most portable ice makers, this one requires regular cleaning to avoid odd tastes or mineral buildup. That’s fine in theory, but paired with the other limitations, it makes the overall experience feel more high-maintenance than it should be. It would be a lot better if it had a built-filter. Overall, the Insignia Portable Ice Maker isn’t awful; it works, and it does produce ice. But the slow production, frequent refilling, noise, and somewhat inconsistent ice quality make it feel more like an occasional-use gadget rather than a reliable everyday solution. If your needs are light and you don’t mind babysitting it a bit, it may be fine. For anything more than that, it’s just okay.

We purchased the ice maker because our new fridge couldn’t make enough to keep up with family functions or summer use. The ice maker helps to prepare extra to bag for later. It makes a good three cups plus before you need to remove it from the basket. It’s not too loud or too big. It has a drain on the bottom to release water from the container. I wouldn’t use it outside or keep it out in direct sun. The large cubes are slightly bigger than a candy drop candy. Never used small option. Overall, it does the job.

Works well when new. Makes ice fast. The problem is that none of these last very long. The one i had prior to this one actually lasted 14 months. Expect about a year and make sure you purchase the geek squad protection.

An excellent ice maker that is amazingly quick at making ice, great for my iced coffees in am and very compact as fits nicely in my kitchen counter I really like the simple easy to follow instructions and the very handy ice collection bucket ! I have never purchased a stand alone ice maker as always depended on my refrigerator one, but I needed a small ice cube for certain drinks and this is a great choice !!

I found myself buying bags of ice all the time or forgetting and having to go out and see that there was hardly any left. And also, the ice bags were taking up space in my freezer so this ice maker was perfect. Its a great compact size, easy to use and makes a lot of ice.

Love, love ,love this ice maker! Easy to fill and clean. Makes large n small size bullet shaped cubes. Only about 10 minutes per batch, and the thing i love most is the quiet operation! No loud sounds, just hear the ice drop in the tray! I've honestly used it everyday since I purchased it, my family loves n uses alot of ice, this was the answer! Definitely recommend purchasing this item! Thanks Best Buy!

Works awesome and fast, loving it, you put water and in seconds its producing ICE.

Does what it says it will do, makes ice pretty quick, the entire tray is usually full in about an hour, even if the kids take some occasionally. It’s super easy to use, literally full with water abs turn on and quiet, barely noticeable sitting on our counter next to our fridge. The only real complaint we have is that the ice does melt quicker than I would have liked.

Great little machine! Looks cute in my wife’s office, and efficiently pumped out ice as needed for our Small team.

I purchased this on BEST BUY DAILY DEAL and it is worth every penny. Often times I look past this brand and thought poorly of them, however I’m now a loyal supporter and strongly recommend this ice maker. You won’t be disappointed and now I never run out of ice in my large household of 8 people. Perfect size options and it isn’t loud or annoying, matter of fact I enjoy watching it make ice cubes.

We needed an ice maker for daily use especially this summer when we all wanted to have cold drinks. It was such a hassle to wait for all our ice trays to freeze esp when we wanted to make smoothies or just put ice on our drinks. The decision to get this Insignia 26-lb Portable Ice Maker is a no-brainer. We do not need the more expensive ones, we just needed something that works. And this one does its job well so far. Since Day 1 of letting it run, it wasn't turned off yet. And so far, we are all satisfied. It produces 9 cubes every few minutes. We just left the settings for large for the ice size. The water reservoir on this unit is not so big so I needed to make sure that it is refilled so that ice-making isn't interrupted. The ice basket is also not so large so if the ice isn't used right away, it piles up in the basket once it reaches the sensor point. If this happens, the unit automatically stops making ice until the basket is cleared. At first use, I found it is better to let the initial batches of ice cubes be put back into the water reservoir so that it cools the water, thus producing the larger cubes later on. The unit isn't so loud, just a slight humming sound that isn't really disruptive to daily life. All in all, this is a nice purchase that is just perfect for our daily needs. No more ice cube runs to the store if we needed more.

I recently purchased an ice maker machine, and I must say it has been a game-changer for my household. This appliance has not only saved us from the constant hassle of filling and emptying ice cube trays but has also provided a steady and convenient supply of ice whenever we need it. The machine's compact design fits perfectly on our countertop, and it's surprisingly quiet in operation. It produces ice cubes quickly, with a batch ready in just a matter of minutes. The quality of the ice is excellent, clear, and free from any odd tastes or odors. Its user-friendly interface and easy-to-clean components make maintenance a breeze. Overall, this ice maker has made entertaining guests and enjoying cold beverages a breeze, and I couldn't be happier with my purchase.

We went from buying 10 lb ice bags from stripes every few days to using this little machine and having fresh, crunchy ice within 15 minutes. We love it. I love to chew ice, and this makes the best-textured ice. It doesn't take up too much room, is very easy to use, and is not loud.

Really like it. Super easy to use and clean and makes cute cone shaped ice. I just wish when it said out of water that it would actually clear out all the water so that I could leave it to air dry.