Which Undercounter Ice Maker Should You Buy in 2026? 5 Sizes

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Measure the gap first, then match the daily ice you need, then check how the drain will run.

Those three decide the best undercounter ice maker for you, in that order. Width and height settle what fits. Daily output and bin size settle whether you run out at a party. The drain settles whether install is a one-hour job or a plumber’s call.

Price comes last. Output above what you use is money spent on a bigger compressor, so a mid-range unit is usually enough. Extra spend buys capacity, a warranty or clearance-free airflow, not better cubes.

Our top picks for Undercounter Ice Maker

The Nanori 110 lb/day unit leads because it pairs a 33 lb bin with 19 inches of width and a full drain and filter kit. The Garvee wins for a narrow 14.57-inch gap, the Hoshizaki for a front-breathing install with a drain pump accessory, and the Manastin 400 lb unit for heavy volume.

Choose Undercounter Ice Maker with confidence

The checklist

• Width and height: Measure the opening. These picks range from 14.57 to 19.05 inches wide.
• Daily output: Pick for real use. 110 lb a day covers most homes; 400 lb is for venues.
• Bin capacity: A 33 lb bin holds a party’s worth. Smaller bins refill slowly.
• Drain method: Gravity, floor drain or pump. Check which one your space can take.
• Airflow: Front-breathing units need no side clearance; others may not fit tight.
• Included kit: Filter, drain pipe and feet save a trip to the hardware store.

Where the extra money goes

Spending more buys a warranty, front airflow or a drain pump option. Decide if you need those before paying for them.

Also note that several listings call themselves commercial yet say home use. Residential buyers can read that as a bigger machine than they need.

Which one fits you

• Standard 19-inch cabinet opening 19 in wide, 33 lb bin, 110 lb per day Nanori 110 lb undercounter ice maker
• Narrow gap under the counter 14.57 in wide, 130 lb per day Garvee 130 lb narrow ice maker
• Tight spot with no side clearance Front in, front out airflow; drain pump accessory listed Hoshizaki AM-50BAK air-cooled unit
• Bar or cafe with heavy demand 400 lb per day, 250 lb storage bin Manastin 400 lb high-volume ice maker
• Roomy cabinet, 33 lb bin wanted 120 lb per day, 33 lb bin, filter included Manastin 120 lb ice maker with filter

Every pick, and why it earns its place

1. Nanori 110 lb undercounter ice maker

This is the pick that covers the ground most households need without paying for extra output. It makes 110 lb a day and stores 33 lb, which is plenty for a kitchen or a home bar.

The kit is complete: filter, drain pipe, foot spikes and scoop. Ice thickness has 10 levels, and a clear sliding door lets you check the bin.

The trade-off is the stated 110 lb against a 100 lb figure in the feature text. The listing contradicts itself, so treat 110 as the headline number. It is also a plain stainless box: no drain pump is listed, so the drain must run by gravity. Anyone who needs to drain uphill should look at the Hoshizaki.

Full listing specifications

Item Highlight	50 Ice Cubes, Stainless Steel Freestanding & Under Counter Ice Maker with Water Filter, for Home, Bar, Cafe, Restaurant	Included Components	Water Filter, Ice Scoop, Drain Pipe, Foot Spikes
Capacity	33 pounds	Voltage	115
Ice Production per Day	110 pounds	Item Dimensions D x W x H	16.6"D x 19"W x 32.5"H
Refrigerant	R290a

2. Garvee 130 lb narrow ice maker

Narrow body, big output. At 14.57 inches wide it slips into gaps the 19-inch units cannot, and 130 lb per day is the second-highest figure here after the Manastin 400.

Dual water inlet is the unusual part: connect to a faucet or use bottled water. That helps where plumbing is awkward.

Now the catch. The listing says direct floor drain drainage, so it wants a floor drain nearby, and a standard cabinet may not have one. Its Included Components field says NO, so check whether hoses and accessories come in the box. The refrigerant is R600a, unlike the R290a on most picks. Also, bin capacity reads 120 lb in the specs but 36 lb in the text; the specs look like a mix-up.

Full listing specifications

Number of Packs	1	Item Highlight	36lbs Storage Capacity, Built-in/Freestanding/Under Counter Ice Maker with Self-Clean, ETL Certified for Home Bar Restaurant
Included Components	NO	Item Weight	68.3 pounds
Capacity	120 pounds	Voltage	110
Ice Production per Day	130 pounds	Item Dimensions D x W x H	15.75"D x 14.57"W x 30.91"H
Refrigerant	R600a

3. Hoshizaki AM-50BAK air-cooled unit

This is the one for a true built-in. Airflow goes in and out the front, so no side or rear clearance is needed, and a drain pump accessory is named in the listing. The pump is sold separately.

Output is modest at 54 lb a day, with up to 27 lb of storage. It is also the heaviest pick at 103 lb, and the narrowest-looking spec sheet still stands 33.5 inches tall, under the 34-inch counter line.

You pay for a commercial name and a two-year parts and labor warranty on the machine, which no other pick lists. The listing describes it as suited to a hotel suite, office breakroom or kitchen.

Full listing specifications

Warranty Description	One Year: Parts & Labor warranty on optional HS-5061 Drain Pump Assembly.	Item Weight	103 pounds
Capacity	54 pounds	Wattage	9 kwh
Voltage	127 volts	Ice Production per Day	54 pounds
Item Dimensions D x W x H	22.63"D x 14.83"W x 33.5"H	Refrigerant	R290a
Material Type	Stainless Steel

4. Manastin 120 lb ice maker with filter

It is a near twin of the Nanori, with 10 lb more daily output at 120 lb. Same 33 lb bin, similar body, and a timer, self-clean and adjustable ice size on an LCD panel.

The edge is small. Width is 19.05 inches, a hair over the Nanori’s 19. If your opening is exactly 19, measure twice.

The listing is messy: height shows as 31 inches in the text and 32.55 in the specs. Peel the protective film before use, as the listing stresses. Voltage is 115, and it needs a 1/2-inch female faucet thread for the water line. Also, the listing does not state weight. For the same size, the Nanori is a fine alternative if you do not need the extra 10 lb.

Full listing specifications

Item Highlight	50 Ice Cubes/15 Mins, Under Counter & Self-Cleaning Ice Maker Machine, for Bar, Cafe, Restaurant, Home	Included Components	Ice Scoop, Water Filter, Drain Pipe, Foot Spikes
Capacity	33 pounds	Voltage	115 volts
Ice Production per Day	120 pounds	Item Dimensions D x W x H	16.65"D x 19.05"W x 32.55"H
Refrigerant	R290a	Material Type	Metal

5. Manastin 400 lb high-volume ice maker

This is a commercial machine sold at a home-size footprint of 22.2 inches deep and 17.5 inches wide. Output of 400 lb a day dwarfs everything else here.

At just 17.5 inches tall, it does not read as a standard under-counter cabinet unit. It is closer to a low countertop or shelf machine, so check the space it needs.

For a household it is overkill. You pay for capacity you will never use, and the extra bin and compressor mean more machine to clean. The listing also notes the order may ship in two packages. It is stainless steel, with ETL and DOE listed, plus a water filter and 24-hour timer. Pick this only when guests and customers are the use case.

Full listing specifications

Number of Packs	1	Item Highlight	Stainless Steel Industrial Ice Machine, 250LBS Large Storage Bin, Ice Ready in 10-20Mins, Water Filter, Self-Cleaning
Included Components	Water Filter, Ice Scoop, Drain Pipe, Foot Spikes	Capacity	250 pounds
Voltage	110	Ice Production per Day	400 pounds
Item Dimensions D x W x H	22.2"D x 17.5"W x 17.5"H	Refrigerant	R290a
Material Type	Stainless Steel

Buy Undercounter Ice Maker without the guesswork

How much ice per day is enough?

For a household, 110 lb as on the Nanori is plenty. Go to 400 lb on the Manastin only for a cafe.

Which one fits a narrow cabinet?

The Garvee at 14.57 inches wide, or the Hoshizaki at 14.83 inches.

Do I need a drain pump?

Only if the drain sits above the unit. The Hoshizaki lists a pump accessory; the others list gravity or floor drains.

Is a bigger bin worth it?

A 33 lb bin is enough for most. The 250 lb bin on the Manastin 400 is for venues.

Is the Hoshizaki worth it over the Nanori?

Only for the clearance-free airflow and two-year warranty. It makes 54 lb a day against 110 lb.

Can a countertop nugget maker replace one?

Not for volume. The GE Opal Mini makes 36 lb a day on a counter.

Save time on the ones we cut

• GE Profile Opal Mini nugget maker Not what the search asks for It is a countertop nugget machine making 36 lb a day, not an undercounter unit.
• Tehanld 100 lb ice maker Listing states too little At 34.8 inches wide and 18.9 inches tall it is a wide, low freestanding shape, and the listing does not state daily ice production.

Transparent picks, no lab claims

No product was handled. Picks come from setting each manufacturer’s listed width, height, output, bin size, drain setup and included parts against the others.

Listings cannot tell you noise, how well the cubes hold up, how long the machine lasts or how easy cleaning is. Several listings also contradict themselves on bin size and height, and we flagged those.

7 listings were compared on ice production per day, capacity, voltage and dimensions. 2 were set aside (1 not what the search asks for and 1 listing states too little). No product was bought or physically handled: every figure is the manufacturer's listing value. Produced by Refrigeration & Sanitation Desk. Editorial responsibility: restaurantweekhawaii.com.

About this guide

First published in 2026, this guide reflects the listings as they stood at that point. For most homes, the Nanori covers the need; the Garvee suits a narrow gap, the Hoshizaki a tight built-in, and the Manastin 400 only a busy venue.