The 10 Best Commercial Ice Machines

Your line of work — whether you run a local grocery store or manage a popular restaurant — doesn’t really matter when it comes to the Vevor Home (about $1600). This powerful model has plenty of settings for customizing the cube-making process in myriad environments.

Depending on the size you select, the Manitowoc UY01901A (about $1948) will offer anywhere between 137 and 304 pounds of storage — which, if you were so inclined, could conceivably provide enough cubes to turn a swimming pool into a massive ice bath.

A sturdy steel model, the BeamNova Bar (appx. $522) features a useful timer that allows you to control when ice is produced and how long each cycle lasts. You’ll be able to create cubes of different sizes, which it will store in its sizable interior basket.

Operating in 12 to 18-minute cycles, the Rovsun Under Counter (around $430) will churn out quality ice routinely throughout the day. Installation is surprisingly simple, and its insulated walls keep the contents cold, even if the temperature in the room is somewhat sweltering.

The energy-efficient Costway Cube Maker (around $385) isn’t huge, bit it generates ice quickly and quietly to keep the drinks cold and the coolers full. This machine automatically pauses its operation when the storage bin is full, then resumes on its own once ice has been removed.

Ideal for a compact space underneath a counter or a bar, the Smad Portable (around $349) can rapidly replace ice as you go about your business. A handy dial attached to the base allows you to adjust the power level to match your preferences.

The Happybuy Auto (about $459) comes with everything you need to ensure your restaurant, hotel or bar is never running on empty in the ice department. It includes a well-designed drain to expedite excess water removal and a convenient cube tray.

You can expect consistent production of uniform, cube-shaped ice with the Costway Bubble (around $430), which automatically begins its work once you power it on and connect it to a water source. It’s constructed with quality insulation to preserve the cold inside.

It’s nothing fancy, but the Ensue Standing (appx. $846) is powerful enough to run on a daily basis and offers 100 pounds of capacity. Its little control panel includes a low-water warning light as well as an indicator that signifies when it’s time for a cleaning.

The Scotsman Gourmet (about $2427) performs well enough, though some may be disappointed in its lack of special features, given its high price tag. It has a built-in drain pump and produces attractive-looking cubes that are ideal for events like weddings and banquets.