Kismile HZB-20DN Countertop Nugget Ice Maker, 44 lb per 24 Hours
Product description
At 16.34 inches deep, 10.63 inches wide, and 17.32 inches high, the Kismile HZB-20DN is a countertop nugget ice maker with a black stainless steel exterior. It makes soft, chewable pebble ice and dispenses it through a lever, so you can place a cup under the outlet instead of reaching for a scoop. A removable 2.4-liter water reservoir and stated output of 44 pounds per 24 hours give it a defined role for regular home use or serving drinks when guests are over.
The appeal is the ice texture as much as the convenience: nugget ice suits people who like to chew ice or want it for iced coffee, smoothies, cocktails, and slushies. If you mainly want standard hard cubes, this machine’s pebble format is a different choice.
Key takeaways
This model combines countertop operation with lever dispensing and a self-cleaning cycle. Its listed dimensions can help you judge whether it fits your counter, while the removable reservoir makes refilling and emptying more straightforward than dealing with a fixed water tank. The manufacturer also states that insulation can keep ice cold for up to five hours, that may be useful when you are serving drinks over a stretch of time, though it is not a substitute for choosing a machine based on the kind of ice you actually prefer.
A solid pick if soft, chewable nuggets and scoop-free dispensing are priorities. It’s not for you if you specifically want traditional cubes or are choosing a machine for a different ice style. Compared with a basic tray or cube maker, the HZB-20DN is aimed at making nugget ice on demand rather than offering a simpler way to freeze standard cubes. How often you expect to use it, and how much counter space you can spare, are useful questions to weigh.
Maintenance
The maker has a self-cleaning program activated by holding the power button for five seconds, the stated cycle takes 10 minutes. A drain plug is provided for emptying water, and the removable reservoir can be taken out for refilling and cleaning. These features give owners a defined cleanup routine rather than requiring them to rely only on manual access to the interior. Follow the included user manual for operating and care instructions, since the product details do not specify additional cleaning agents or a more detailed schedule.
Usage tips
Set aside counter space for the listed 16.34-by-10.63-by-17.32-inch footprint, and leave the machine accessible for filling the tank and using the dispensing lever. For a drink station, place a cup below the outlet and operate the lever when you need ice. The stated daily production is 44 pounds per 24 hours, but the product information does not give a serving-by-serving output time, so that figure is best treated as a daily capacity reference rather than a promise about how quickly a particular batch will be ready.
The ice level indicator is intended to show how much ice remains, while the insulation is described as retaining cold for up to five hours. If you prioritize having nugget ice available for several drinks, those details may help with planning, for a single occasional drink, a simpler ice tray may be enough.
Questions before you buy
What kind of ice does the Kismile HZB-20DN make? It makes soft, chewable nugget or pebble ice, rather than conventional hard cubes.
How much water does the reservoir hold? The removable water reservoir is listed at 2.4 liters. That is the tank capacity, not a stated measurement of the ice bin.
How do you start the self-cleaning cycle? Hold the power button for five seconds. The stated cleaning cycle takes 10 minutes, and a drain plug is included for emptying water.
Is it worth it?
The HZB-20DN is worth considering when nugget ice is the main reason for buying a countertop ice maker and lever dispensing fits your routine. Its removable 2.4-liter tank, self-cleaning cycle, and stated daily output add practical context, but the key decision is still ice style: choose it for soft pebbles, not as a replacement for a machine focused on traditional cubes. Measure the counter area before settling on it, especially if that space also needs to accommodate other kitchen appliances.