4.4(16,910)Amazon rating$67.99128+ bought last month
Our verdict
The Frigidaire EFIC128 is a no-frills compact ice maker that delivers steady cube ice at a budget price, backed by one of the largest review bases in the category.
Shoppers who want reliable cube ice for everyday drinks without spending much or giving up counter space.
Skip if
You specifically want soft nugget ice or a high-volume machine for entertaining large groups.
Dimensions 13 X 11 X 12.5 In
Voltage 120 Volts
Priced 80% below the category median ($339.99 across 113 tracked models)
Pros
Affordable price for a name-brand machine
Compact footprint suits small counters and bar carts
Roughly 26 lbs of cube ice per day
Huge review base with a strong 4.4-star average
Simple fill-and-plug operation, no plumbing
Cons
Makes cube ice only, not soft nugget ice
Daily output is modest for large gatherings
Ice melts in the reservoir, so it isn't a freezer
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 16,910 owner ratings
Popularity5.0/5
16,910 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other refrigerators and freezers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Frigidaire EFIC128 keeps things simple: it's a compact countertop ice maker that produces about 26 pounds of cube ice per day. The black finish blends into most kitchens, and at roughly 13 by 11 by 12.5 inches it tucks onto a counter or bar cart without dominating the space.
There's no plumbing involved. You pour water into the reservoir, plug it into a standard 120-volt outlet, and let it cycle out batches of ice on demand. It's the kind of machine designed for topping off glasses through the day rather than stockpiling ice for a crowd.
What sets the EFIC128 apart is the sheer weight of buyer feedback behind it: a 4.4-star average across more than 16,900 reviews. At $67.99 it's one of the most affordable name-brand options here, which makes it an easy entry point for anyone trying a countertop ice maker for the first time.
Specifications
Dimensions
13 X 11 X 12.5 In
Voltage
120 Volts
Performance notes
Rated at about 26 lbs per day, the EFIC128 is built for steady everyday use rather than bulk production. Because it isn't insulated like a freezer, unused ice melts back into the reservoir and gets recycled, so it works best when you make ice as you need it. The 120-volt plug fits any standard outlet, and the compact dimensions make it easy to relocate.
What buyers say
With well over 16,000 reviews, buyers consistently note the low price, small size, and quick cube production. Owners appreciate that it's easy to operate straight out of the box. Common criticisms across compact cube makers like this include ice melting if left unused and the cubes being on the softer, hollower side compared with a freezer's.
