Northair Countertop Ice Maker Machine 26 lbs

Our take on the Northair Countertop Ice Maker Machine 26 lbs

The Northair Countertop Ice Maker is a portable countertop appliance rated to make up to 26 lb of ice per day. It needs no plumbing: you fill the reservoir by hand and it drops ice into an internal basket. At $99.99 at Wayfair as of November 3, it sits at the low end of what countertop ice makers cost, and it is the only new price listed for this model.

Northair Countertop Ice Maker Machine 26 lbs prices at every store

Northair Countertop Ice Maker Machine 26 lbs price history

Lowest price we've seen: $99.99 on Nov 3 at Wayfair. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 3.

Questions and answers

Is the Northair countertop ice maker worth it?

For occasional ice and small households, yes. At $99.99 at Wayfair as of November 3 it costs less than most countertop makers. If you need ice every day for a family, a fridge maker or a plumbed unit is less work.

How much ice does it make, and how fast?

Northair rates it at up to 26 lb per day. Real output depends on room temperature and how often you empty the basket, and the first batch typically takes several minutes.

Does it need a water line?

No. You pour water into the reservoir by hand and empty the basket when it fills. That is what makes it portable, but it also means regular refilling.

What kind of ice does it make?

It makes small bullet-shaped cubes, the common style for countertop makers. They chill drinks fast but melt sooner than dense freezer cubes.

When is the best time to buy it?

Countertop ice makers usually drop in price outside summer. The current $99.99 at Wayfair as of November 3 is already low for this class, so watch for it to fall below that during fall and winter sales.

Where is the Northair Countertop Ice Maker Machine 26 lbs cheapest?

At Wayfair, for $99.99, as of our latest check.