Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Maker, 35 lb/day

The Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Maker is a compact countertop machine for making soft, chewable nugget ice. Its listing claims up to 35 pounds of ice per day and a first batch in as little as six minutes, with a self-cleaning function and removable basket for serving.

At a glance

Makes soft, chewable nugget ice, according to the listing.
The listing claims up to 35 pounds of ice production per day and a first batch in as little as six minutes.
Built-in self-cleaning function and automatic indicators for adding water or a full ice basket.
Transparent viewing window and removable basket are intended to make monitoring and serving easier.

Price

$148.82Save 12%

Reference price: ~~$169.99~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Compact listed dimensions may suit a crowded kitchen counter, office or other small space.
The removable ice basket and included scoop support serving without handling ice directly.
Self-cleaning is operated with a button, according to the product description.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Identity
Brand	Antarctic Star
Model	Nugget Ice Maker
Model number	HZB-15NG/S

Production and power
Ice production per day	35 pounds
Wattage	139 watts
Voltage	110 volts
Refrigerant	R600a

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	10.63"D x 8.27"W x 11.81"H
Weight listed	16.8 pounds

Materials
Material	Stainless Steel

What to know before buying

The stated 35-pound capacity is also given as daily ice production, so the listing does not clearly identify a separate ice-storage capacity. The six-minute first-batch timing and quiet-operation description are manufacturer claims, not independently verified performance figures.

What’s in the box

Included

Countertop ice maker (1)
Ice basket (1)
Ice scoop (1)
Manual (1)

Who is it for?

A good fit for

People who prefer soft, chewable nugget ice for everyday drinks.
Buyers looking for a countertop ice maker for a kitchen, office or compact living space.
Households that want a removable basket, serving scoop and built-in cleaning function.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a clearly specified ice-storage capacity or independently substantiated production rate.
Those looking for a machine with a verified noise level or a documented first-batch time.

Antarctic Star Nugget Ice Maker, 35 lb/day · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.3 / 5 · 85 ratings

5 stars63%63%
4 stars24%24%
3 stars2%2%
2 stars4%4%
1 star7%7%

The available evidence includes aggregate ratings but no customer-comment summary, so it cannot establish what buyers liked or disliked or why. The distribution is mostly in the four- and five-star categories, with some low-star ratings as well. Treat that overall signal as limited context rather than proof of performance, particularly for the claimed daily output, first-batch timing and noise level.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of ice does this Antarctic Star machine make?

The listing describes soft, chewable nugget ice, also called sonic ice.

How much ice does it make?

The listing claims up to 35 pounds per day. It does not clearly specify a separate storage capacity.

How quickly does ice production start?

The product description claims the first batch can be ready in as little as six minutes. This is a listing claim, not an independently verified result.

What comes in the package?

The listed contents are one countertop ice maker, one ice basket, one ice scoop and one manual.