Best Outdoor Ice Makers for 2023

  • Which Outdoor Ice Maker is Right for You?

    We’ve all been on the way to a big party or cookout, just minutes away from the destination, when that dreaded text buzzes on the phone: “Can you pick up ice?” The only thing worse than receiving that request is having to send it, and the only thing worse than that is having to make a run for ice in the middle of a party. All that fuss over ice, when you could’ve just had an outdoor ice maker take care of it for you this whole time!

    Only the best will do for our customers, so our experts took the time to sort our collection of ice makers and give you a clearer picture of which models stand above the rest. After more than 20 years of testing and selling every type of outdoor living product on the market, our experts have landed on an airtight system of evaluating them according to their quality, performance, and features. They applied that methodology to every single outdoor ice maker in our inventory, giving our finest models the chance to rise to the top. With one of our top-rated outdoor ice makers in your backyard, emergency trips to the store for ice will be a thing of the past.

  • Best

    Perlick Signature Series Outdoor Rated Ice Maker

    • Outdoor-approved, making it a great addition for entertaining guests outside
    • Slim, 15” width subtly completes wet bars and undercounter kitchen spaces
    • American-made and commercial grade craftsmanship you can trust
    • RAPIDcool forced-air refrigeration maintains the temperature from top to bottom
    • Enjoy the peace without sacrificing power with the variable-speed, whisper-quiet compressor
    • Total storage capacity: 22 pounds
    • Daily ice production: 55 pounds
  • Better

    Summit Commercial Outdoor Rated Clear Icemaker

    • Slim, 15” width subtly completes wet bars and undercounter kitchen spaces
    • All-stainless steel exterior provides corrosion resistance for outdoor use
    • Indicator lights send alerts as ice is being made and when the bin is full
    • Field-reversible door includes a curved towel bar for a professional look
    • Automatic defrost makes maintenance simple and stress-free
    • Total storage capacity: 25 pounds
    • Daily ice production: 50 pounds
  • Good

    Blaze Outdoor Rated Compact Ice Maker

    • Constructed from durable stainless steel to stand up to the elements
    • Energy Star certification ensures efficient operation and savings on your electric bill
    • In-line water filter & percolating cold plate provide clean ice production
    • Digital temperature control concealed behind door for additional protection
    • Reversible door hinge can adapt to suit your specific installation needs
    • Total storage capacity: 25 pounds
    • Daily ice production: 50 pounds

Still unsure which Outdoor Ice Machine is right for you? Give one of our knowledgable outdoor living experts a call at 1-877-743-2269 for the answers to any outdoor refrigeration questions you may have.

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