The ice maker came with clear, simple directions. It is very easy to operate. makes ice cubes quickly. You do have to remember to remove the cubes and put them in the freezer, but that's really no bother. The small cubes are a little strange, but I'm getting used to them. Please note that the included scoop cannot scoop the cubes from the machine - it's useless. The small cubes do tend to freeze together, necessitating banging the bag on the counter to separate them. All in all, though, I am very pleased with my ice machine.

This thing made ice so quickly and it was perfect. We didn't have any issues and it did exactly what we needed it to do.

Very easy to use and makes ice quickly. It was a gift but I see the joy in it daily. Noise is normal not too loud but definitely not silent. Falling ice is the peak of sound.

I have used this ice maker for a few weeks on the boat and at home. First off, it makes one size ice cube: Large. The ice measures 1.25" long x 1" dia. Having only one size is good. Some competitor units make two sizes. That is sort of gimmick marketing. Having two sizes is something else to go wrong and small cubes melt almost instantly.

The machine makes the first batch of cubes in about 9 minutes. Ignore the first batch. They will be clear, smallish, and not hard. The machine's internals haven't cooled. In fact I sometimes leave the first batch in the holder where they melt and provide cold water for the second batch. The second batch will be very good cubes; firm and white. The cubes have a hollow center. This provides more surface area so the drink gets cold faster than with solid cubes. They will melt faster than solid cubes. They will keep a drink cold in a Yeti cup and have cubes remaining for an hour. The unit keeps making ice every 8 or 9 minutes until it runs out of water or the holder is full. The unit holds enough water to fill the holder ice several times. No need to add water every time the holder is emptied. I have had no issues with the cubes sticking together. Put them in a bag in the freezer. A light tap and they come apart.

The machine has to sit upright for two hours before first use for the oil to settle in the compressor. Some other units have to sit as long as 12 hours. I leave the scoop on the counter when making ice and in the bin when not. Some competitors units have a holder on the front. The holder on those units sticks out and could get broken when transporting.

I was concerned about oil getting out of the compressor when used on the boat due to rocking. No problems when anchored or docked. I did not make ice while underway. I like the handle, smaller dimensions and lighter weight compared to other units.

I did not say anything bad about this machine. But for some reason Amazon rejected my previous post loaded with pictures of this fabulous machine. I then deleted the pictures. Bummed! (orginial post) "Love this for smoothie and iced tea. Quick ice making machine. Ice tray takes about 4 hours to freeze. This maker takes about 20 minutes."