How much ice does it make in a day?

Up to 40 pounds, depending on room temperature and water temperature. Output drops in hot rooms.

Does it need a water line?

No. You fill the reservoir by hand, so it works anywhere with a standard 120-volt outlet.

Bullet-shaped ice. It is softer and melts faster than clear cube ice from a freezer or plumbed machine.

It is portable and freestanding, so it can go on a patio or in an RV. Keep it out of direct sun and rain.

There is a drain plug for emptying the reservoir. Plan to drain it after use so standing water does not sit in the tank.

It makes more ice than most countertop rivals and needs no plumbing, but built-in machines make clear cubes and store more ice.

At Zayda's Toy Emporium, for $51.99, 82% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Rated 5 out of 5 from 577 ratings.

13 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, The Home Depot, Martexplore.com, Neobits.com, Verdi.com.

$51.99at Zayda's Toy EmporiumObserved at 10:33 AM

82% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 13 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.