NewAir Silver Countertop Ice Maker
Score: 76/100
EUHOMY Commercial Ice Maker
Score: 58/100Rankings
The NewAir ClearIce40 is a countertop ice maker delivering crystal-clear cubes and a high 40 lb daily output in fast 7-minute cycles. Its small storage bin, lack of self-cleaning and timer, and occasional noise limit convenience. Best for home bartenders and small-party hosts who value clear ice over large on-board storage.
The EUHOMY IM-02 is a freestanding under-counter ice maker delivering about 45 lb of full-size cubes per day, with smart LCD controls and automatic cleaning. Its performance varies with room temperature and the unit is relatively bulky, which may deter users needing portability. Suitable for households or small commercial kitchens that can accommodate its size and have stable ambient conditions.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
18.14 kg/day | 45.359 kg/daybest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 20 secondsbest |
35.26 cm | 79.502 cmbest | |
36.2 cm | 40.542 cmbest | |
28.96 cm | 44.501 cmbest | |
1.2 L | 14.968 Lbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0 kgbest | 30.197 kg |
1 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Ice Production Capacity (kg/day) | 18.14 kg/day | 45.3592 kg/day |
Controls(1) | ||
Control Panel Type | On/off switch | Smart LCD |
Features(3) | ||
Ice Type | Cube | Non‑crescent bullet |
Self‑Cleaning | false | true |
Storage Bin Capacity (L) | 1.2 L | 14.9675 L |
Design & Dimensions(4) | ||
Height (cm) | 35.26 cm | 79.502 cm |
Width (cm) | 36.20 cm | 40.5424 cm |
Depth (cm) | 28.96 cm | 44.5008 cm |
Weight (kg) | 0.00028 kg | 30.197 kg |
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Professional reviewers and editors consistently commend the ClearIce40 for its high-quality crystal-clear ice, rapid 7-minute production cycles, and insulated design that keeps ice solid longer. They view it as a dependable countertop solution for home bars, emphasizing its BPA-free construction and ease of use, while noting the lack of self-cleaning, timer, and reversible door as notable omissions.
Everyday users praise the clear ice quality, quick cycle times, and compact footprint that fits small spaces. Recurring themes include frustration with the small 2-2.4 lb basket that fills rapidly, the need for manual draining and cleaning, and occasional operational noise.
“no way it holds 39.7 pounds of daily output at once”
Professional reviewers are not present in the available sources; manufacturer and retailer listings highlight the unit’s reliability for household and small-commercial kitchens, noting its high daily output and auto-cleaning features while flagging spec inconsistencies across listings.
No direct consumer reviews were found in the provided data, so everyday user sentiment cannot be assessed; the lack of user feedback leaves real-world performance and noise levels unverified.
