ecozy IM-BM401C Vaultico Max 2-Inch Clear Ice Ball Maker, 144/Day

For whiskey nights and cocktail gatherings, clear ice spheres offer a slower-melting alternative to standard cubes. The ecozy IM-BM401C Vaultico Max makes 2-inch ice balls with CrystalFlux technology and can produce four in 40 minutes. Want ice that helps drinks stay chilled with less dilution? Its spherical format and built-in air-release core are designed for that purpose.

Technical overview

• Type: Countertop clear ice ball maker
• Ice size: 2-inch spheres
• Production: Up to 144 ice balls per day, four in 40 minutes
• Basket capacity: Up to 56 spheres
• Water supply: Water-line connection or built-in 0.45-gallon tank
• Dimensions: 17.9"D x 12.6"W x 17.9"H
• Material: Stainless steel
• Power: 223 watts, 110 volts

CrystalFlux technology uses an air-release core in each sphere to help release trapped air, producing clear ice designed to melt slowly and dilute drinks less. That makes the round format especially suited to whiskey and cocktails where you want the drink to stay chilled while its flavor remains prominent. For serving, the basket holds up to 56 spheres, while the stated daily output is suited to keeping a supply on hand for gatherings.

The water setup can be adapted to your counter routine: connect the machine to a water line for an ongoing supply, or fill its built-in tank. A bottom drain helps with water removal. Double-layer insulation works with GlacioLock when the basket is full, the manufacturer states this reduces melt by 14%. One-touch self-cleaning simplifies routine care. Keep the ice basket installed when running the self-cleaning function, the interior and basket can also be wiped by hand.

Who it’s for

This machine is aimed at hosts, whiskey drinkers, and cocktail fans who prefer a large, round ice shape over conventional cubes. The manufacturer describes its output as suitable for bars serving 20–30 guests, making it relevant for home entertaining as well as bar service. In a practical setup, you can use the water-line connection for a steady supply or the tank when a direct connection does not fit your counter arrangement. The basket’s capacity helps keep spheres ready to serve between rounds.

A conventional cube maker is a sensible choice when the main goal is everyday ice in a familiar shape. The ecozy’s distinguishing approach is the 2-inch sphere, engineered for slower melting and less dilution—useful for whiskey pours and cocktails meant to be sipped rather than quickly consumed.

What’s included

The listed included component is the ecozy ice maker. Choose the water-line connection or fill the built-in tank for water supply. For countertop placement, the unit measures 17.9"D x 12.6"W x 17.9"H, and its bottom drain supports water removal. After making ice, the basket can be wiped by hand as part of routine cleaning, for the automatic cycle, keep the basket installed.

Should you buy it?

It makes sense if your priority is clear, slow-melting spherical ice for whiskey, cocktails, or entertaining, rather than the familiar shape of standard cubes. The combination of four spheres in 40 minutes, up to 144 per day, and a basket that stores up to 56 gives you a defined production and serving format. CrystalFlux targets clarity and reduced dilution, while the choice of water-line connection or tank gives you flexibility in how you supply the machine.