NewAir Countertop Bullet Ice Maker
Score: 77/100
Frigidaire EFIC103
Score: 72/100Rankings
The NewAir AI-100BK is a freestanding countertop bullet ice maker delivering high daily output and rapid 6-minute cycles. It misses Energy Star certification and automatic shut-off, and its weight can be a handling issue. Ideal for small households, offices, or outdoor events needing on-demand bullet ice.
The Frigidaire EFIC103 is a compact countertop ice maker with a stylish red-stainless-steel finish and convenient self-cleaning function. Its modest ice capacity and lack of detailed noise or storage specifications may limit suitability for heavy-use scenarios. Ideal for small households seeking low-maintenance ice on limited counter space.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12.7 kg/daybest | 11.79 kg/day | |
| ↓ lower better | 40 secondsbest | — |
38.1 cmbest | 29.21 cm | |
29.85 cm | 30.48 cmbest | |
36.83 cm | 38.1 cmbest | |
1 Lbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 11.02 kg | 6.75 kgbest |
5.2 Lbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Ice Production Capacity (kg/day) | 12.70 kg/day | 11.79 kg/day |
Design & Dimensions(5) | ||
Height (cm) | 38.1 cm | 29.21 cm |
Width (cm) | 29.85 cm | 30.48 cm |
Depth (cm) | 36.83 cm | 38.10 cm |
Weight (kg) | 11.02 kg | 6.75 kg |
Installation Type | Freestanding | Countertop |
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Professional reviewers describe the AI-100BK as a restaurant-grade bullet ice maker that delivers fast 6-minute cycles and a high 28 lb daily output, emphasizing its compact footprint and low power draw, while noting the lack of Energy Star certification and missing automatic shut-off or filtration features.
Consumers generally praise the rapid ice production, compact size, and ease of use, highlighting its suitability for parties and small spaces, though a minority mention the unit's weight and the absence of automatic shut-off as minor drawbacks.
