I really wish you actually demonstrated the self-cleaning mode instead of just hand-waving that function. Opals are notorious for getting clogged with mold, so how easily this unit cleans is of paramount importance to me.
I bought a Fridgidaire off of Amazon and it was around 100 bucks. It is smaller but it pulls about 205 watts and about 5 amps. I put it in my camp trailer while I was working in my backyard. I drink a ton of H20 especially last summer in Utah. I found that it worked fairly well if I started with ice water. It sped up the ice-making by about an hour. It even prompted me to buy a 600-watt inverter just to run it. when no 120-volt power was available. I believe you were right in saying it was a luxury item. 500 bucks is a lot but I guess if your refrigerator did not have an ice maker it would be less expensive than buying a whole new refrigerator. Happy New Year to you and your Family Jason.
Nice idea making a portable ice maker! I guess these would work pretty well off an inverter since they don't pull too much power. Supplement it with solar and you're good to go. Happy new year Kevin!
You were lucky to get it for that price. I have the frigidaire too but that thing leaks like a mofo no matter what I do so I avoid using it. The ice it makes is pretty awesome though.
Thank you for this review. I know this is an older video, but this guy is on sale for $250, and I was wondering the quality without navigating the mine field of Amazon reviews. Once again, huge thank you! Happy Holidays!
Nice review, thank you. 1. Is the new ice storage bin chilled or does the ice melt in the unit right after it is made? 2. Does the self cleaning mode require anything added to clean? 3. After self cleaning operation is completed, do we need Q-tips and toothbrushes still to get the job done? 4. Does Newair customer service have a reputation of easy or difficult? Thx again.
Newair has a good support team. You can chat with them on their website and ask them any questions about the product. The storage bin is not chilled but the ice stays frozen for awhile because it's all sitting together. The instructions mentioning using a mild detergent for the cleaning mode. The manual is very clear and speaks to all the steps required. The cleaning mode doesn't require any special scrubbing steps, I just wipe it down dry after it completes.
This ice maker is 50% off on amazon. I'm tempted to buy it but there's tons of reviews that say theirs stopped working after 6 - 9 months. How has yours held up and have you been using it ever since you made this review?
@@Jasonoid I ended up getting it. What I'm doing now is letting it run for about 8 hours and then bagging up the ice for the freezer and then unplugging it until those run out to keep it from running all the time. Luckily I have 2 fridges and a deep freezer or else this probably wouldn't be viable for most people.
Er... I'm not a dentist, but I can tell you that chewing ice is a really bad idea (although I'm sure the hard stuff is much worse). Two or three years ago, our kitchen refrigerator pooped the bed, which is when I bought my first compressor-cooler (53/54 qt. FOHO) and a countertop icemaker. The latter cost no more than $150, and makes 9 "cones" every 7-8 minutes. We used it for a week or two until the fridge got fixed (I fixed the compressor, but the home warranty company had to replace the evaporator fan), but have not needed it since. The compressor-cooler is where we put new bags of flour for a week or so to kill any nasties, and also use it as overflow, such as for our Christmas turkey.
Sup Joe, this ice is much softer than normal ice. I hate chewing ice since I have sensitive teeth and would hate to crack one. This stuff is pretty different, it has soft layers that break apart very easily.... It's hard to explain. It's always great to have some extra cold storage around the house too! Happy new year!
I'm a dialysis patient, my doctors have recommended me to chew ice instead of drink water to control my fluid intake and to help with my cotton mouth brought on by mouth breathing when I sleep.
It takes awhile to turn from a trickle of water to making ice. The water gets pushed through a pump and then gets frozen so the inside has to turn cold to start working.
Awesome review! Thanks for mentioning all the details. I'm looking forward to getting a nugget ice maker!
I really wish you actually demonstrated the self-cleaning mode instead of just hand-waving that function. Opals are notorious for getting clogged with mold, so how easily this unit cleans is of paramount importance to me.
I bought a Fridgidaire off of Amazon and it was around 100 bucks. It is smaller but it pulls about 205 watts and about 5 amps. I put it in my camp trailer while I was working in my backyard. I drink a ton of H20 especially last summer in Utah. I found that it worked fairly well if I started with ice water. It sped up the ice-making by about an hour. It even prompted me to buy a 600-watt inverter just to run it.
when no 120-volt power was available. I believe you were right in saying it was a luxury item. 500 bucks is a lot but I guess if your refrigerator did not have an ice maker it would be less expensive than buying a whole new refrigerator. Happy New Year to you and your Family Jason.
Nice idea making a portable ice maker! I guess these would work pretty well off an inverter since they don't pull too much power. Supplement it with solar and you're good to go. Happy new year Kevin!
You were lucky to get it for that price. I have the frigidaire too but that thing leaks like a mofo no matter what I do so I avoid using it. The ice it makes is pretty awesome though.
@@SetitesTechAdventures Where is it leaking? Is it that plastic cap on the bottom?
Fridge ice is shit
This is a nice ice maker…I love “chewy” ice!
Thank you for this review. I know this is an older video, but this guy is on sale for $250, and I was wondering the quality without navigating the mine field of Amazon reviews. Once again, huge thank you! Happy Holidays!
just bought it on amazon for 250. Honestly, i never thought ice was a big thing. ive always loved pebble ice, but never thought about a machine
$250 is doable $500 not so much, I always fill up whenever I'm at a hospital
Thanks for sharing. The GE Profile (FirstBuild) Opal is amazing as well. Highly recommend if you got the scratch.
Thanks for the heads up! I'll check it out.
Would nugget use work better than cube in a cooler? I’d say 80% that ice is make would go in a cooler. I already have a 44 lb ice cube maker.
Nice review, thank you. 1. Is the new ice storage bin chilled or does the ice melt in the unit right after it is made? 2. Does the self cleaning mode require anything added to clean? 3. After self cleaning operation is completed, do we need Q-tips and toothbrushes still to get the job done? 4. Does Newair customer service have a reputation of easy or difficult? Thx again.
Newair has a good support team. You can chat with them on their website and ask them any questions about the product.
The storage bin is not chilled but the ice stays frozen for awhile because it's all sitting together.
The instructions mentioning using a mild detergent for the cleaning mode. The manual is very clear and speaks to all the steps required.
The cleaning mode doesn't require any special scrubbing steps, I just wipe it down dry after it completes.
Q1 was the right question
salt and pepper with cayenne and olive on the ice is good too... can watch a move :-)
un gusto verte de nuevo ! feliz año nuevo , y gracias x tus videos son muy informativos
Gracias por pasar por el video. ¡Feliz año nuevo!
Never thought I'd watch u chew ice on the this channel.😂 👏👏👏 great review
It's just so cruncy haha. Have a great holiday!
This ice maker is 50% off on amazon. I'm tempted to buy it but there's tons of reviews that say theirs stopped working after 6 - 9 months.
How has yours held up and have you been using it ever since you made this review?
It's been holding up well. I mostly use the ice for parties and entertaining guests so I can't say I've used it as much a others would have daily.
@@Jasonoid I ended up getting it. What I'm doing now is letting it run for about 8 hours and then bagging up the ice for the freezer and then unplugging it until those run out to keep it from running all the time. Luckily I have 2 fridges and a deep freezer or else this probably wouldn't be viable for most people.
Good to see you back sir!!
Thanks! Happy new year!
@@Jasonoid same to you and our “RUclips family “ as well
If you really want perfect ice for your party fill that thing up with Evian. Expensive but worth it.
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Er... I'm not a dentist, but I can tell you that chewing ice is a really bad idea (although I'm sure the hard stuff is much worse). Two or three years ago, our kitchen refrigerator pooped the bed, which is when I bought my first compressor-cooler (53/54 qt. FOHO) and a countertop icemaker. The latter cost no more than $150, and makes 9 "cones" every 7-8 minutes. We used it for a week or two until the fridge got fixed (I fixed the compressor, but the home warranty company had to replace the evaporator fan), but have not needed it since. The compressor-cooler is where we put new bags of flour for a week or so to kill any nasties, and also use it as overflow, such as for our Christmas turkey.
Sup Joe, this ice is much softer than normal ice. I hate chewing ice since I have sensitive teeth and would hate to crack one. This stuff is pretty different, it has soft layers that break apart very easily.... It's hard to explain. It's always great to have some extra cold storage around the house too! Happy new year!
I'm a dialysis patient, my doctors have recommended me to chew ice instead of drink water to control my fluid intake and to help with my cotton mouth brought on by mouth breathing when I sleep.
Hello mine is leaking water can you help
Can you purchase a replacement basket for this machine? I can’t seem to find a link for that online.
You'd want to reach out to NewAir support to see what they can do for you.
I have this one for a back up I bought it for around $300.00 I have not used it yet what kind of water does it use
You can manually fill it up with drinking water or plumb it into a line with the water adapter.
My stopped working after 10 months
Yessssss!! I need it!! :)
need one of these!
It is 260 dollars right now on Amazon. Is now the time to buy?
That's 50% off, I'd say that's a great deal!
I have one. And it is not making ice. I plug it in and nothing. It will trickle and then just stops. Do you have a trouble shooting video
It takes awhile to turn from a trickle of water to making ice. The water gets pushed through a pump and then gets frozen so the inside has to turn cold to start working.
I really like the product the only problem I have is the price
It is a bit expensive! Love the quality of the ice though!
can you take it apart and see if any mold is forming like in opal does...
I haven't seen any mold on mine. This one would be very difficult to tear down, no screws on the outside!
Got one on Amazon for 199!!
Great price!
Nice catch and 150w to run very cool.$500 for ice nope sorry ill stick with ice trays.
Yeah, it is a bit pricey. Have a great new years holiday! Thanks for checking out the video.
@@Jasonoid im ordering one now :) Thanks for the review!
Enjoy, you won't be disappointed!