Which makes more ice per day?

The Newair, at 28 lb versus 26 lb for the Frigidaire. The gap is small, but the Newair also holds more ice in its bin.

Which is better for a dorm room?

The Frigidaire. It is lighter at 18 lb, cheaper at $65.99, and small enough for a counter or desk.

Which is better for a family or a party?

The Newair. Its 2.4 lb bin and three ice sizes handle more drinks before you refill, and its BPA-free parts suit daily use.

Is the Newair worth the extra money?

Only if you need the bigger bin, BPA-free parts and three ice sizes. Otherwise the Frigidaire does the same job for about $83 less.

Do either need a water line?

No. Both are manual-fill countertop units. The Newair has a 5-liter water tank and a side drain for defrost water.

Which has better shopper ratings?

The Frigidaire scores 4.5 out of 5 from 5,420 ratings. The Newair scores 4.3 out of 5 from 147 ratings, so the Frigidaire has far more feedback.

Frigidaire Compact 26-Pound Countertop Ice Maker vs Newair Countertop Bullet Ice Maker

Buy the Frigidaire if you want the lowest price and fast ice for a kitchen or dorm. Buy the Newair if you want more ice per day, a bigger bin, three ice sizes and BPA-free parts. The Frigidaire is $65.99 at The Home Depot as of November 6, 2026, and the Newair is $149.00 at The Home Depot as of the same date. The Newair costs about $83 more, so the Frigidaire wins on value and the Newair wins on capacity.

Today the Frigidaire Compact 26-Pound Countertop Ice Maker costs $83.01 less at its best price.

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