Antarctic Star BS-303 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker, 35 lbs/day, Self-Cleaning

A few drinks at a time call for a different ice setup than a family gathering or a busy office kitchen. The Antarctic Star BS-303 is a countertop nugget ice maker designed for a steady supply of chewable pebble ice.

It can make ice in as little as 5 minutes and is rated for up to 35 lbs of ice per day. That makes it relevant when you want to replenish drinks through the day, rather than rely on occasional batches from trays.

The trade-off is the ice style: this machine makes nugget ice, not solid cubes. If that texture suits your drinks, its countertop format and two water-fill options offer practical flexibility.

Where it shines

Nugget ice is the main reason to choose the BS-303. Its soft, chewable pieces work well in iced coffee, soda, smoothies, and cocktails, as well as for everyday snacking. The product description says ice can be ready in as little as 5 minutes, with output of up to 35 lbs per day. Those figures make it a fit for regular serving and gatherings, though they are not a guarantee of how much ice will be available at any particular moment.

It is also designed for home, kitchen, or office use, with a low-noise operation claim and a red indicator light for low water or a full basket. If ice collects unevenly in the basket, the instructions say to gently shake it or level the ice with the included scoop.

Key points

You can add water manually or use the faucet connection described for the machine. A clear MAX line helps show the fill level. The basket is removable, and the viewing window lets you see the ice without opening the machine. The stated dimensions are 12.9 inches deep, 8.46 inches wide, and 10.31 inches high, useful details when deciding where it can sit on a counter.

The listed box contents include the ice maker, ice basket, scoop, and manual. The product description also highlights two ways to supply water, but does not list the hose among those included components, so check what comes with the specific unit if that connection is important to your setup.

Care tips

The BS-303 has a one-touch self-cleaning function, which gives you a way to run its cleaning cycle without treating routine care as a complicated process. Its removable basket and bottom drain are also useful when it is time to empty the machine. Follow the included manual for the cleaning steps, the available product details do not specify a cleaning schedule or approved cleaning solutions.

Questions before you buy

How quickly does it make ice? The product information says ice can be ready in as little as 5 minutes. Actual output over time is not specified beyond the stated maximum of 35 lbs per day.

Can I choose how to add water? Yes. The listed options are manual filling and a faucet connection. The description calls the unit low-noise but does not provide a decibel rating.

What comes with the machine? The listed components are the ice maker, removable basket, scoop, and manual. A clear viewing window and bottom drain are also described as product features.

When it makes sense

It makes sense if you want chewable nugget ice for regular drinks and prefer a countertop machine with manual and faucet-fill options. Compared with a basic tray approach, it is designed to make ice on demand and produce more over a day. It might not be a great match if you specifically want solid cubes rather than nugget ice.