VEVOR 130Lbs/24H Under-Counter Ice Maker: features, specs and who it suits

This VEVOR ice maker is a stainless steel machine that can stand on its own or slide under a counter. It makes up to 130 lbs of ice in 24 hours and stores 33 lbs at a time, so it suits a home bar, a small café or an office kitchen. Here is what the numbers mean and what to plan for.

Output and storage

VEVOR rates the machine at up to 130 lbs (about 59 kg) of ice per day, producing 45 cubes per cycle. Daily output is a maximum figure, and it typically depends on the room and water temperature. The storage bin holds 33 lbs (about 15 kg). That means the machine keeps making ice until the bin is full, then pauses. Heavy use over a short period, such as a party, can empty the bin faster than the machine refills it, so the storage size matters as much as the daily output.

You can choose thick or thin cubes with one touch on the LED controls. In general, thicker cubes melt more slowly, while thinner ones fill a glass more quickly.

Watching the process

The large viewing window and blue interior lighting let you see the ice being made without opening the lid. Keeping the lid closed helps preserve the cold inside the bin, and VEVOR also lists 0.79-inch thick insulation to keep ice cold longer.

Self-cleaning and upkeep

Ice machines need regular cleaning, because water inside can leave mineral scale and residue. VEVOR lists a self-cleaning function: press and hold the Mode button for 3 seconds to start a 20-minute automatic rinse cycle. The patented water tray is removable, so you can lift it out and rinse it by hand. Follow the manual for the cleaning schedule and for any cleaning products it recommends.

Noise and certifications

The compressor is described as low-noise, at 50 dB or less. For comparison, that is about the level of a quiet conversation, though a machine's sound varies with the room. VEVOR lists the machine as ETL and ENERGY STAR certified, citing safe and efficient operation.

Installation

VEVOR describes the machine as freestanding or built-in (under-counter), ready to use with no film to remove. Its dimensions are 17.5 x 15.9 x 31.3 inches (about 44 x 40 x 80 cm), and it weighs 58.4 lb (about 26.5 kg). Under-counter machines typically need ventilation and a way to handle melted ice, so check the manual for the clearances and plumbing it requires.

Who it suits

It is designed for home bars, restaurants and light commercial uses. A household that entertains often, a small business or a workplace break room might all use that capacity. For a very busy bar or restaurant, a larger bin or higher output might be a better match.

What to check before you buy

• The space. Measure the gap where it will go, and leave room for airflow as the manual specifies.
• Water supply and drainage. Check what connection the machine needs and how melted water drains.
• Power. Confirm the voltage and outlet requirements.
• Daily demand. Compare 130 lbs per day and 33 lbs of storage to how much ice you really use.
• Cleaning routine. Plan time for rinsing and descaling.
• Noise, if it will sit in a living space.

The short version

• Makes up to 130 lbs of ice per 24 hours, with 33 lbs of storage and 45 cubes per cycle.
• Thick or thin cubes, LED controls and a viewing window with interior lighting.
• 20-minute self-cleaning cycle and a removable water tray.
• Freestanding or under-counter, with a compressor rated at 50 dB or less.

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