Frigidaire’s countertop ice maker delivers on a straightforward promise: ice, fast. The EFIC101 produces its first batch of bullet-shaped cubes in about six minutes. It’s a compact appliance designed for moments when your main freezer can’t keep up—a summer party, a home bar setup, or a busy kitchen during the holidays.

With a 26-pound daily capacity, it can fill a sizable cooler over a few hours. The 200-watt system is quiet enough for an office or living area. You can adjust the cube size from small to large, which directly impacts how quickly the basket fills. The unit is genuinely portable at under 19 pounds, making it easy to move from the kitchen counter to a garage workshop or patio.

It excels as a supplemental ice source. The trade-off for its speed and size is that the ice is a softer, “chewable” style that will melt faster than freezer ice. You’ll need to use the ice or transfer it to a freezer to store it for long periods. For consistent, on-demand ice without plumbing, it’s a reliable workhorse.