COWSAR HZB-12/X Countertop Ice Maker, 26 lb Daily Output, Two Ice Sizes
Product description
For home, apartment, dorm, or RV use where a compact source of ice is useful, the COWSAR HZB-12/X makes bullet-shaped ice on the counter rather than relying only on refrigerator ice or trays. It can produce nine pieces in as little as seven minutes, with a stated daily output of up to 26 pounds. Choose between small and large ice to suit the drink: smaller pieces are described as thinner and crunchier, while the larger size is thicker and intended to melt more slowly.
Its stainless steel body and portable format make it suited to a counter or other convenient spot. The stated output is capped at 26 pounds over 24 hours, so it is better suited to regular drinks and small gatherings than to demand beyond that amount.
Everyday use
This is a countertop appliance for making ice when you need it, whether that means chilling an iced coffee at home, keeping soda ready in a dorm, or serving drinks during a small gathering in an RV. The two size settings offer a practical choice: use small bullet ice when quick chilling and a crunchier texture are priorities, or large pieces when you prefer ice that melts more slowly. The manufacturer also lists 39 dB operating noise, a detail worth considering if the unit will run in a shared living space.
Compared with filling trays and waiting for a freezer, this machine makes batches on demand. It does not replace a high-volume ice supply: the listed maximum is 26 pounds per day, and the product details do not specify how much ice it can store at once. Worth considering if convenience and a choice of ice size matter more than a built-in appliance. It might not be a great match if you need more than its stated daily production.
Tech summary
- Model: HZB-12/X
- Type: Countertop ice maker
- Ice production: Up to 26 pounds per day, nine pieces in as little as seven minutes
- Ice size: Small and large
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 9.84 x 11.5 inches (D x W x H)
- Weight: 12.6 pounds
- Material: Stainless steel
- Power: 230 watts
- Noise: 39 dB
- What’s included: Ice maker, scoop, and manual
What stands out
The main buying distinction is convenience without committing counter space to a larger appliance. At 12.2 inches deep and 9.84 inches wide, its listed footprint gives shoppers a concrete basis for deciding whether it can sit where drinks are prepared. Its 12.6-pound weight is also relevant if you plan to move it between a counter and an RV, though the dimensions and weight still call for checking the intended spot before purchase.
A five-second press of the power button starts the stated 30-minute self-cleaning cycle, which is designed to clean the interior and water system. That function may simplify routine care, but it does not remove the need to follow the manual’s cleaning and use instructions. The included scoop is useful for serving the produced ice, while no storage capacity is listed, so the available information does not establish how long a batch remains on hand.
Questions before you buy
How quickly does it make ice? The product states that it can make nine bullet-shaped pieces in as little as seven minutes, with up to 26 pounds produced in 24 hours.
Can you choose the size of the ice? Yes. It offers small and large pieces, the smaller size is described as thinner and crunchier, while the larger size is thicker and melts more slowly.
What comes in the box? The listed components are the ice maker, a scoop, and a manual.
Final verdict
The COWSAR HZB-12/X is a practical fit when you want countertop bullet ice, two size choices, and a self-cleaning cycle in a portable unit. Its stated daily output and compact format suit everyday drinks and modest gatherings, shoppers planning for heavier demand should weigh that 26-pound daily ceiling against their needs.