The weather outside might be frightful, but having a chilled beverage is nevertheless delightful. If you’re tired of cracking ice cubes out of an unforgiving tray in the freezer, or you’re ever in need of some ice in a hurry, a dedicated ice maker could be a game-changer in your kitchen.
Right now, the Palinth Ice Maker Machine is £89.99 at Amazon (price correct at the time of writing), and it’s a cracking bit of kit. Plus, there’s the option to apply a £15 voucher to that price at checkout until December 29, saving you a bit more cash along the way.
Taking just six to nine minutes to crank out some fresh cubes, this 1.2L ice maker is unbelievably quick. It’ll reach maximum capacity in 24 hours, so if you’ve got time on your hands then it’s ideal for leaving on overnight.
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It offers two size settings for your ice — small and large — and it’s easy to use thanks to its simple control panel on the front. Simply fill the tank, press the on button, choose your size, and give it a few minutes to work its magic. It’s self-cleaning, with a simple and quick cleaning cycle, and its portability makes it a great travel companion if you love a good caravan trip.
It’s got a great reputation on Amazon, with 4.5 out of 5 stars averaged from 487 customer reviews so far. “I recently purchased the Palinth Ice Maker for my kitchen, and it has quickly become a favourite appliance,” said one five-star review. “This compact, sleek machine fits perfectly on my countertop without taking up too much space, making it ideal for small kitchens, offices, or even a bar setup. This ice maker is quick and efficient, producing nine bullet-shaped ice cubes in just 6-8 minutes.”
“For those who enjoy the ease of having chilled drinks at home, this ice maker has been a delightful part of our kitchen,” said another review. “It reliably produces charming bullet-shaped ice cubes in about 9-minute intervals after warming up.” Another happy customer said: “The pleasure of having a quick and efficient ice-maker cannot be overstated, especially when you have two energetic children eager for chilled drinks during their school holidays. Why settle for warm beverages when this compact option produces wonderfully clouded ice at a rapid pace?”
Some have lamented its inability to make bigger chunks, however. “Seems good quality and is pretty fast, but the ‘cubes’ are small, even on the ‘L’ setting,” said one review. Another said similar: “This says it has two sizes but instead of large and small they are small and even smaller.”
For a machine with more heft, this Pro Breeze ice maker at Robert Dyas is a great pick at £69.99 (down from £109.99). Elsewhere, this 1.7L Electric Ice Cube Maker Machine makes up to 12kg of ice a day and is currently reduced to £65.52 at Debenhams.
But promising rapid ice-making abilities, the Palinth Ice Maker is nevertheless a great pick – particularly if you have any New Year’s Eve celebrations on the horizon.