How to Choose an Ice Maker for Your Home: Speed, Capacity and Features
In an Iraqi summer, ice runs out fast — cold drinks, juice, guests and family gatherings all need it, and freezer trays take hours. A countertop ice maker gives you fresh ice in minutes, whenever you need it, without taking space in your freezer. This guide explains what to look for so you can choose the right ice maker for your home.
How a countertop ice maker works
You pour water into the tank, press start, and a built-in compressor freezes the water into cubes in just a few minutes. The ice drops into a basket and the machine keeps making more until the basket is full or the water runs out. There is no water line to install — just plug it in on the counter.
What to look for
- Ice speed: how many cubes it makes per cycle and how long one cycle takes.
- Ice per hour: the total amount of ice it can make in one hour, in grams.
- Water tank: a bigger tank means fewer refills during a party.
- Ice storage: how much ready ice the basket holds.
- Cube size: two sizes let you choose small cubes for juice and big cubes for drinks.
- Easy care: self-cleaning, a drain for emptying, and auto stop when the water runs out.
Quick comparison
| Compact ice maker (ICM90) | Larger ice maker (ICM110) | |
|---|---|---|
| Ice speed | 9 cubes every 6 minutes | 9 cubes every 7 minutes |
| Ice per hour | 500g | Up to 620g |
| Water tank | 1.5L | 2.8L |
| Ice storage | 600g | 1.5kg |
| Best for | Small families, offices, small counters | Big families, guests and gatherings |
Which MODEX ice maker fits you?
- MODEX ICM90: compact countertop ice maker, 9 cubes every 6 minutes, two cube sizes, 1.5L tank, 600g ice storage, view window, internal light and an ice-full alarm.
- ICM110: up to 620g of ice per hour, two cube sizes (11 or 25mm), a large 2.8L tank, 1.5kg ice storage, one-button self-cleaning and anti-fingerprint stainless steel.
Both models have a self-cleaning function, a water drain for easy cleaning, auto stop when the water runs out and quiet operation of 70dB or less.
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Frequently asked questions
How long until the first ice is ready?
Only a few minutes. The ICM90 makes 9 cubes every 6 minutes and the ICM110 makes 9 cubes every 7 minutes.
Does an ice maker need a water connection?
No. You simply fill the water tank by hand and plug the machine in.
Can I keep the ice in the machine all day?
The basket is for ready-to-use ice. If you want to store ice for later, move it to your freezer.
How do I keep it clean?
Run the self-cleaning function and empty the water through the drain regularly.
Every MODEX ice maker comes with a 3-year warranty. Order online and pay on delivery. We deliver to all Iraqi provinces for a delivery fee of 5,000 IQD.
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