The Best Self Dispensing Nugget Ice Makers
Self dispensing means the nugget ice can fall right into your cup as opposed to falling into a bin that you then take the ice from. Self dispensing ice machines are more common in the commercial environments than people's homes typically, however, people seem to really love this functionality and this has led to the success of ice makers like the KBIce.
KBice Self Dispensing Countertop Nugget Ice Maker
There are very few nugget ice makers within this price bracket that also produce restaurant-level Sonic-style nugget ice but the KBice does a great job. With a production capacity of 30lbs a day, it is more than enough for most homes.
Pros
- Self dispense feature is super practical
- Simple installation
- High-end design
- Super easy to use
- Has it's own cleaning function
Cons
- Relatively loud
- Awkward to refill
- Air vents on the left side require a lot of space. You need 12 inches of clearance!
Scotsman HID525A-1 Meridian Nugget Ice & Water Dispenser
The Scotsman HID525A-1 Nugget ice maker can make an incredible 500 pounds of ice per day. It scores highly on quality and is the closest home machine to a professional grade ice maker. All of this comes at a premium and is one of the most expensive nugget ice makers on the market.
Pros
- High volume of ice (500lbs a day)
- Appliance quality
- Infra red dispense feature
- Practical
Cons
- Expensive (top end of the market)
- Heavy
- Waterline needs replacing on a regular basis
Manitowoc CNF-0201A-L Ice Maker And Water Dispenser
The price of this model in combination with its power makes this ice maker a tad more suitable for commercial use. However, if you’re looking for a very powerful nugget ice maker that can produce massive amounts of high-quality ice a day, and you’re willing to break the bank for it, this model is the best option for you.
Pros
- Super fast ice production
- Large ice storage capacity
- Self dispense feature is super practical
- Great customer service
- Huge daily production capacity
Cons
- Very expensive
- Large and heavy
