COWSAR Nugget Ice Makers Countertop
- Ice Maker
- 44 pounds
- Stainless Steel
- 1
Nugget ice quality is genuinely good when the machine is running, but enough reviewers hit early failures that testing it hard in the first weeks and registering the warranty matters.
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How it ranks among the 114 ice makers we track
3.8★ across 122 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
122 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 114 ice makers we track - how the scorecard works · full ice makers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 12, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
COWSAR's countertop machine turns out soft, chewable nugget ice, up to 44 pounds a day from a 1.8 liter tank, sized for home bars, offices and small kitchens.
- 1.8 liter water tank
- One-touch ice button plus interior light
- Self-clean function via held clean button
- 14.96 x 12.2 x 9.45 inch footprint
Who it's for
Suits anyone wanting soft nugget ice at home or in an office who is prepared for a real chance of needing a warranty replacement within the first several months. Not ideal for anyone in an open-plan living space sensitive to appliance noise, or anyone who needs proven long-term reliability out of the box.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
When working, reviewers describe fast, reliable nugget ice production and responsive customer service on defective units, including one seller-initiated replacement. The recurring failure pattern is machines that stop making ice, or make noticeably less, somewhere in the 4 to 6 month range, and several reviewers independently flag the unit as loud enough to notice in an open floor plan.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Produces up to 44 pounds of nugget ice daily
- Soft chewable texture suited to drinks
- Removable basket and tank simplify refills
- Multiple reports of failure within 4 to 6 months
- Louder in practice than the rated decibel level
Performance notes
The compressor-based system cycles water into a 1.8 liter tank and forms nugget ice in about 10 minutes per cycle, building toward the rated 44 pounds over a full day. A self-clean cycle runs by holding the clean button, and the removable basket and tank let you move ice or refill without draining the whole unit. Compressor-driven nugget makers like this one run louder than passive tray-style options, consistent with the noise complaints in reviews despite the 45 decibel rating.
Specifications
| Brand | COWSAR |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 12.2 × 9.4 × 14.9 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 44 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | ice maker, ice scoop, ice basket |
| Other details | |
| Refrigerant | R600a |
| Ice Production per Day | 26.1 Pounds |
| Part Number | countertop ice maker |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in ice makers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| COWSAR Nugget Ice Makers CountertopThis product | 3.8 / 5 | 122 | 3.6 / 5 |
| FRIGIDAIRE EFIC128AMZBLK Compact Countertop Ice MakerFrigidaire | 4.4 / 5 | 16,910 | 4.3 / 5 |
| EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker CountertopEUHOMY | 4.4 / 5 | 4,660 | 4.3 / 5 |
| GoveeLife Smart Countertop Ice MakersGoveeLife | 4.3 / 5 | 2,199 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Deco Rapid Portable Automatic Electric Countertop Ice MakerDeco Gear | 4.4 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the COWSAR ice makers
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much ice does the COWSAR countertop ice maker produce per day?
Up to 44 pounds in 24 hours, according to the manufacturer.
Is this ice maker quiet?
It's rated under 45 decibels, though several reviewers describe it as noticeably loud in daily use.
What should I do if the machine stops making ice?
Reviewers report mixed experiences with support; some got a prompt replacement while others had trouble getting a response.