Best Ice Makers Under $100 (2026)

This Silonn pairs the usual 26 lb daily rating with the largest basket and water tank in the lineup. A bigger basket matters because production stops when the basket is full, and a 2.5L expandable one gives you more ice before you need to scoop. The 1.8L tank means fewer refills during a long evening.

It uses the same compressor-and-prong cycle as the other bullet makers here, so it makes ice quickly after the first batch. Compared with the Silonn B0BXXKFJK2, it trades a small amount of compactness for storage capacity, and compared with the Frigidaire units it offers a modern touch panel instead of buttons.

Keep the vents clear, use filtered water if yours is hard, and empty the reservoir if you leave it for days. It is the model for a household that hosts a few times a month and wants fewer interruptions.

This is the smallest machine here, at about 8.7 by 11.4 by 11.6 inches. That size fits under a wall cabinet or in a corner of a kitchen, and the handle makes it easy to move to a patio or an RV. The compressor produces bullet cubes in around six minutes after warm-up.

It sits in the same output class as the larger Silonn but with a smaller basket and tank, so it is better for daily use than for parties. Next to the Antarctic Star it is simpler, with fewer ice-size options. A self-cleaning mode flushes the reservoir, though scale needs a separate descaling.

The scoop attaches to the body, which keeps it clean. Because the basket is small, plan to scoop ice into a bag or bin as you go. It is the practical pick for apartments and campers, where every inch of counter space has a competing claim.

Antarctic Star lets you pick between two bullet ice sizes, which is rare at this level. Small cubes chill a glass fast, while larger ones melt slower in a pitcher or cooler. The machine builds eight cubes per cycle in about six minutes, with a 26 lb rated daily output.

A one-touch cleaning cycle handles routine rinsing, and the maker describes an energy-saving motor. Against the EUHOMY 26 lb, it makes eight cubes per cycle instead of nine, but adds the size choice. Compared with the Silonn models it has a plainer look and a standard-size basket.

Run the cleaning cycle weekly and descale periodically, since mineral buildup reduces output. The ice is made for immediate use. It suits households that want cubes sized to the job, and it is the pick if one machine must fill both a cocktail shaker and a camping cooler.

The EUHOMY is a straightforward bullet-ice maker built around nine cubes per cycle. An infrared sensor detects a full basket and flashes an ice-full indicator, which stops production until you scoop. It weighs about 13 pounds and has a handle, so you can carry it to a table.

It makes sense as the cost-conscious choice. It matches the Antarctic Star on the 26 lb daily rating but gives you nine cubes per cycle and no size options. The auto-cleaning function flushes the reservoir, though it does not replace descaling.

Leave space around the body for airflow and avoid placing it near a stove. Fill with fresh water each day and empty it for storage. It suits a household that wants reliable cubes for drinks without extras, and it is a sensible first ice maker for someone who is not sure how much they will use it.

Frigidaire's EFIC128 uses a large transparent window so you can see the ice forming and judge the level in the basket. That is more than a styling feature, since it tells you when to scoop without opening the lid. The brand name also brings widely available parts and support.

Output is the same 26 lb per day class as the other bullet makers, and the compact body is roughly 13 inches wide. Next to the EUHOMY it looks more like a kitchen appliance, while the EUHOMY is lighter and easier to carry. Next to the other Frigidaire in this guide, it is a newer, simpler design.

Check the listed dimensions before ordering, since the maker recommends confirming fit. Keep vents clear and use filtered water if the tap is hard. It suits a kitchen where the machine stays in one place.

This older Frigidaire design produces nine bullet cubes about every seven minutes, a touch slower per cycle than the six-minute models. The black stainless finish matches modern kitchen appliances, and the transparent window shows the ice level.

The 26 lb daily rating is the same class as the rest of the lineup, so the slower cycle mostly matters for the first batch. Compared with the EFIC128, it has a metal-look finish and a longer track record, but it does not add features. Against the Silonn models it has no large basket option.

Rinse the basket and reservoir after use and descale when you see scale. It is a sensible choice when appearance and brand matter more than raw speed, and the metal-look body will not clash with a stainless refrigerator beside it.