How much ice does it make per day?

Up to 26 lbs per day, with a first batch in about 10 minutes. The bin holds 1.8 lbs, so you will need to move ice to a freezer for storage.

Does it need a water line or drain?

No. You fill the reservoir by hand through the easy-pour spout, and there is no drain pump included, so you empty meltwater manually.

Is the ice really chewable nugget ice?

Yes. It makes soft, pellet-style nugget ice similar to what you get from a Sonic or Chick-fil-A machine, not hard cubes.

How big is it and where can it go?

It is about 11.3 inches wide, 8.7 deep and 12.7 tall, so it fits on most countertops under upper cabinets. It weighs 18.7 lbs.

Is $199.99 a good price?

That is the best new price among four stores as of November 7, 2026, at Newair. Nugget ice makers of this size often sell for more, so it is a reasonable entry point.

Does it have a water filter?

No filter is included or built in. Use filtered or bottled water if your tap water tastes strongly, since that flavor carries into the ice.

Where is the Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker cheapest?

At Newair, for $199.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker?

Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 114 ratings.

Where can I buy the Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker?

5 stores we checked sell it, including Newair, Walmart, Wayfair, Wine Coolers Empire, DK Hardware.

Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker

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$199.99at NewairObserved at 10:08 PM

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Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker

Best price now

$199.99at NewairObserved at 10:08 PM

Compared across 4 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Our take on the Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker

The Newair 26 is a countertop nugget ice maker that produces up to 26 lbs of chewable ice per day and holds 1.8 lbs in its bin. It runs on a manual-fill reservoir with an easy-pour spout, so no plumbing or drain is needed, and it measures about 11.3 by 8.7 by 12.7 inches. Its best new price is $199.99 at Newair as of November 7, 2026, with four stores listing it new.

Best forRenters who can't plumb a water lineSmall kitchens and home barsNugget-ice fans who want chewable ice at homePeople who want a portable unit they can move around

Pros

Makes soft, chewable nugget ice rather than hard cubes
Manual-fill tank with easy-pour spout needs no plumbing
Compact footprint fits under most upper cabinets
First ice in about 10 minutes per cycle
Stainless and matte black finish suits most kitchens

Cons

Small 1.8 lb bin fills fast and needs frequent emptying into a freezer
No water filter, so taste depends on what you pour in
No drain pump included; you empty meltwater by hand
Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 114 ratings, so satisfaction is mixed
18.7 lbs is portable but heavy to lift when full of water

Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker prices at every store

Wine Coolers EmpireNew
In stock
$613.29Observed at 10:08 PM
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NewairNew
Availability unknown
$199.99Observed at 10:08 PM
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WalmartNew
Out of stockSold by Newair
$309.99Observed at 10:08 PM
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WayfairNew
Out of stock
$319.99Observed at 10:08 PM
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Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker price history

Lowest price we've seen: $199.99 on Nov 8 at Newair. Tracked across 6 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

3.9 / 5114 ratings

Ratings average 3.9 out of 5 from 114 buyers, which points to a split experience: people like the nugget ice itself but run into reliability and upkeep complaints.

What people mention

Ice qualityPraisedOwners like the soft, chewable nugget ice and say it beats cube ice for drinks.
ReliabilityCriticisedSome buyers report units that quit making ice or leak within months of use.
Bin capacityCriticisedThe 1.8 lb bin fills quickly, so owners end up emptying it into a freezer often.
SetupPraisedManual fill with a pour spout makes it easy to set up without a water line.
NoiseMixedSome owners find the compressor and auger noticeable in a quiet kitchen.

Specifications

Production Capacity: 26 lbs per day
Storage Capacity: 1.8 lb.
Ice Type: Nugget
Ice Shape: Nugget
Ice Size: 1 (number of ice sizes)
Daily Production Rate: 26 lbs
Cycle Time: 10 minutes

Questions and answers

How much ice does it make per day?: Up to 26 lbs per day, with a first batch in about 10 minutes. The bin holds 1.8 lbs, so you will need to move ice to a freezer for storage.
Does it need a water line or drain?: No. You fill the reservoir by hand through the easy-pour spout, and there is no drain pump included, so you empty meltwater manually.
Is the ice really chewable nugget ice?: Yes. It makes soft, pellet-style nugget ice similar to what you get from a Sonic or Chick-fil-A machine, not hard cubes.
How big is it and where can it go?: It is about 11.3 inches wide, 8.7 deep and 12.7 tall, so it fits on most countertops under upper cabinets. It weighs 18.7 lbs.
Is $199.99 a good price?: That is the best new price among four stores as of November 7, 2026, at Newair. Nugget ice makers of this size often sell for more, so it is a reasonable entry point.
Does it have a water filter?: No filter is included or built in. Use filtered or bottled water if your tap water tastes strongly, since that flavor carries into the ice.
Where is the Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker cheapest?: At Newair, for $199.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker?: Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 114 ratings.
Where can I buy the Newair 26 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker?: 5 stores we checked sell it, including Newair, Walmart, Wayfair, Wine Coolers Empire, DK Hardware.