GEVI KNOVA Portable Countertop Compact Gemi Nugget Ice Maker IMND0

Very happy I purchased it
Extremely easy set up

Makes great ice for iced coffee and tea

Great purchase for me

Cristina, my customer service rep. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and incredibly quick at solving my problem. I have never had a more driven customer service rep take care of my concerns as great as she did in my 50 years of life. This lady was efficient quick and handled it with incredible speed.
It was jaw-dropping how well she took care of the situation. Thanks again.

We had problems with our first machine a pretty old model. But when working with customer services they made the process easy and fast. I am not the best with technology but Jasper my customer service representative was patient and kind, even though some things took me a little longer to get to him. We loved our first ice maker and because of Jasper's amazing customer services I was 100% sure I wanted to go with there gevi product again. So excited for my new machine.

Solid machine.

I never developed a taste for ice, but I had a friend who had to stop and get a cooler of ice whenever we went by a certain fast food place because his SO loved their ice. I now know what she meant. This little countertop unit makes the smallest little barrels of ice that make your drinks so cold. The fact that it arrived before the hottest spell of weather was perfect. I does expel additional heat into our overheated space, but despite what physics says the ice is worth it. It's been running full time since arriving almost 2 months ago. I don't know if it will stay out for winter, but it's so good I think it helped me lose some weight as ice was my primary snack for the second half of Summer

After some effort on my part to get it that way, this machine is generally rather beautiful and matches the décor in my kitchen nicely. I mistakenly thought it might be bluish in color when I first unpackaged it, but that hue was just a protective film that I had to peel off. When peeling it off, along certain edges where pieces of this unit recess into one another, the film was tucked underneath, so it tore at those edges, leaving jagged ridges of film behind to look undeniably sloppy. Because that bothered me so much, I decided to partially disassemble the machine so that I could fully access and completely remove the film. I figured out that the best way for me to do this was to remove the 9 screws from the bottom casing, which allowed the outer shell to pop off, providing access to all the blue film trapped beneath the edges. Since this is a rather heavy appliance that is not meant to be tipped, accomplishing that was fairly tricky for me. What bothers me about having to do this for the machine to look even remotely nice is that it’s the kind of thing that usually voids a warranty, so I find it extremely messed up that it arrived in such a state that would encourage that. It’s a MAJOR issue! Anyway, the ice maker actually does look gorgeous now. Still, I’m so upset that the film was installed in this way without providing any instructions on how to completely remove it. To me, the idea of such a film being present in the first place is to keep the unit looking really nice by protecting its finish, but in this case, as soon as you “remove” that, it’s left looking extremely shabby, which is so counter-productive. And it’s also just not acceptable to someone like me who is easily and greatly bothered by such details.

Anyway, the reason I ordered this is that my freezer doesn’t have an ice maker, and I’ve become tired of filling and maintaining those little ice racks, so I wanted to eliminate that practice. When I first opened the ice maker after unpacking it, I notice lots of water droplets inside, which was unexpected. I assumed that has something to do with testing the unit before sending it out and tried not to worry myself further over it. Anyway, I unfortunately have very little counter space available in my small kitchen, so the idea was to be able to tuck this out of the way when not in use, especially since I don’t require ice often; but upon reading the instructions, I learned that you’re not supposed to move this around much. After moving it, you’re supposed to let it sit undisturbed for a certain amount of time before powering it back on, which gives the compressor fluids inside time to settle. That revelation came as quite an inconvenient shock to me, since this won’t really permanently fit on any of my countertops. I did eventually manage to create a space for it elsewhere, and I can thankfully plug it in there and even lift open the lid to access the ice inside. Crisis averted.

Now, I actually CAN carefully move this ice maker if necessary, but it’s pretty darn heavy. Since the drain plug is underneath, I do have to move it to be able drain it, which I make sure to do, since I don’t want unused water just sitting stagnant there for more than a little while. It can be somewhat of a hassle to drain because of the weight of the machine, but I only have to manage to slide the machine forward enough so that it slightly hangs over the edge of the counter top. From there, I just pop open the drain plug and hold a dish underneath to collect the water. I’m disappointed that it really doesn’t drain as thoroughly as I’d like, just because of how the drain area is shaped and positioned. So, after draining it, I have to finish drying it out by hand. At least I have seen no signs that it drips or leaks at all, and I haven’t noticed any problematic exhaust either.

I absolutely love the stainless steel outer shell materials, but I’m disappointed that there is so much plastic that contacts the ice and water directly, including the plastic ice basket. I consider plastic to be an irredeemable contaminant, so I personally try to prevent it from contacting anything I ingest. I’d have much rather the plastic components also been stainless steel. Now, I do like that the ice basket only fits into the unit in one direction, so I don’t have to worry about getting it wrong. It simply won’t fit at all if I have it oriented the wrong way, so it’s easy to just spin it until I get it right.

The ice scoop that was included is also plastic, so I won’t use it because of that, which is fine, because I already have a stainless steel one. The ice scoop features a little hole along the short handle, so it can be hung on a small pin or hook. Also included were a very soft cleaning cloth and 10 large, plastic, drawstring ice bags that can hold 8 pounds of ice. The bags have a cute illustration on the front of them (see my photo).

Once set up, this ice maker works really well, producing a good amount of lovely, small cylinde...

This is definitely a high end consumer ice maker! Stylish, excellent performance, easy to use and very quiet. Just pour water in the ice-maker and hit the power button- it’s that easy! Makes a lot of ice that will work for any house party! The ice are small pellets that my guest have loved in their drinks! I am so impressed with this ice- maker!!

Love this nugget ice maker. I work in a hospital and am spoil with nugget ice. Now I can enjoy it all the time at home. Great for ice teas and coffees. It’s actually pretty quiet and doesn’t take up too much counter space. Hasn’t leaked and I keep it running 24/7. Performs very well and a lot cheaper than the other brand name ice makers.

I am on my 4th soft ice maker. 3 were true nugget machines. This one is my favorite because it addressed a lot of problems I had with the others. The first thing that I love is that the ice comes out of the top and not a slide out leaking drawer. It’s nice there is no mess when retrieving ice unless you take the full drawer out, then you may get a couple drops. However it is nowhere near the amount of our expensive first machine. You conveniently pour the water into the same place that you retrieve ice too. Another REALLY nice feature is that if the sensor knows the ice bin is full it automatically turns it off to stop making ice like many machines. Then in 4 hours it turns back on so you never have an empty ice bin. It doesn’t hold a ton but it makes it pretty quick. The indicator lights are very easy to understand and self explanatory. I also like that it’s taller and more narrower than many machines making it better for taking up less counter space. It’s pretty quiet and I rarely even notice it running. I did replace the ice scoop with a little bigger one, but overall I really like this machine and would buy the same one if it broke. It’s much more affordable and a better quality machine in my opinion.

My kids are obsessed with this ice maker. It's even getting my middle child to drink more water which he seems to despise. I am so glad I had the foresight to order it as we were moving and I didn't know what our new ice maker situation would be. Turns out our fridge ice maker is so slow and cannot keep up with the amount of ice we need.

This ice maker on the other hand is so fast! The first round of ice took a while because it needs to get cold enough but every batch after that has been made within about 1 hour Yes!!! I love how it's so easy to use. Just pour in water, push the start button and walk away.

They include these cute ice bags to pack ice for a cooler.

This countertop ice maker is awesome. It is mostly quiet, having only a slight hum for the compressor and the occasional clink of ice cubes dropping. It is relatively small and snuggles right under our cabinets, even resting on an elevated stone drying mat. Operation is simple: fill with water and turn on, that's it. It looks sleek and makes ice within a half hour, so leaving on is not necessary (to conserve on power usage). My biggest compliment is the design, recycling water consistently (having the tank directly below the basket) for extended use.

If you’re like me and you truly ice especially the small crunchy ice you can eat for hours, this is the ice maker for you! The size is perfect for your countertop or corner of the kitchen. The price is perfect for ice, especially if you’re having a party and need additional ice for the parties. The ice is soft, so you won’t break your teeth. The machine is performing as expected and extremely easy to use.

Makes nice ice fast!

The nuggets are perfect, the noise level is so low you could easily forget its there, its compact enough for your counter top, but big enough to hold a good amount of ice. You also get (10) 8 pound reusable ice bags for storing your ice as this ice machine makes roughly 37LBS in a 24 hour period. It has a start button and a clean button, you pull the ice basket out and fill the bottom with water, not to exceed the max fill line - drop the basket back in and press the start button. There is an indicator for no water, the ice basket being full, when it is making ice and when the machine needs cleaning. It comes with a clear instruction manual and it tells you everything you need to know. I dropped it a star due to getting the wrong color, but otherwise this is a phenomenal product. I did want to add it will stop producing ice and the fan shuts off if the basket is full or there is no water and you have to press the start button again to restart. I HIGHLY recommend this Gevi KNOVA Gemi nugget ice maker.

Blue film it was wrapped in was difficult to remove. It is good looking product. Makes ice fairly quick although the cubes are smaller than I expected.

Very easy to use: just add water (about half a gallon), plug it in, and it starts working. Takes about 30 minutes for the first cup of ice, but once it gets going, it fills up pretty quick. Full capacity is about 2/3 of a gallon (2.5 liters), which is larger than the standard fridge icemaker.

Ice nuggets are quite small (see photo) and soft - great for chewing. You can also make them using other liquids, such as soda, which is what we did. There isn’t much soda left in the ice, of course, but it does provide a bit of extra color and is pleasant to chew on a hot day. Plus, the little nuggets are convenient - you don’t have to use the ice crusher.

Overall, a great ice maker, and after a while, pays for itself if you were to purchase ice at the store.

The Gevi KNOVA Gemi Nugget Ice Maker has quickly become a favorite in our household, and I can't imagine life without it. This countertop pellet ice machine is a game-changer for anyone who loves the soft, chewable texture of nugget ice.

First off, the sleek stainless steel housing adds a modern touch to our kitchen. It's not just about looks, though – this machine is designed for convenience. The self-cleaning function is a huge plus, saving me time and effort while ensuring the ice maker stays hygienic and efficient.

Performance-wise, this ice maker is a powerhouse. It produces nugget ice quickly, making it perfect for parties, gatherings, or just everyday use. The ice is perfect for chilling drinks, and its chewable texture is a hit with both kids and adults. Whether we're using it for cocktails on the patio, iced coffee in the office, or keeping cool during camping trips, this ice maker delivers consistently.

Another aspect I appreciate is its portability. Despite its robust performance, the Gevi KNOVA Gemi is compact and easy to move around. It fits perfectly on our countertop without taking up too much space, and it's simple to transport for outdoor events or camping trips.

In summary, the Gevi KNOVA Gemi Nugget Ice Maker is an outstanding addition to any home, office, or outdoor setting. Its sleek design, efficient performance, and ease of use make it a top choice for anyone who enjoys high-quality nugget ice. Highly recommended for its reliability and the joy it brings to every cold beverage!

So far I'm enjoying this ice machine. Husband LOVES chewable ice. It takes about 20-30 minutes to fill the reservoir. The reservoir hangs over the area you add water for the ice. Eventually the ice will melt a bit, but it drips into the intake and makes more ice out of it. If you enjoy chewing on ice and drink all day in the summer, this is a hit. I think that if you had more than 3-4 people, you might run out of ice before it makes more. As it is, the ice bucket is good for about two large glasses (if you packed it full of ice). The ice comes out constantly a little a time. Depending on what it is doing, it is either really quiet or has a low/medium fan noise. It isn't loud at its loudest. But, if you were hoping for something really quiet, it might bother you.

It's not really insulated to keep the ice frozen. It's meant to be used constantly I think. Although, it does come with some ice bags to transfer to the freezer. One might run it for a day and store the ice to use for the next few days.

Ice machine works great and the nugget cubes are perfect. Machine take a little longer to make ice than advertised but not significantly longer for me to deduct a star. The machine is quiet and easy to use. Overall it's fantastic!

It seems in the summer our ice maker just barely keeps up. I've been looking for a solution and was at a friends house and they had one of these on their counter. Nice ice... a bit bigger than Sonic but that's the best size comparison I can give.
Super easy, unbox and let sit for four hours... this is to protect the compressor in the event it wasn't kept upright during shipping.
Plugged in and filled the reservoir with bottled water. In just minutes you could hear the ice dropping. It's very neat. It's plenty of ice for two and it's a nice size for drinks of any type. I really, really like it. It's not silent but it's not noisy either... it for sure will not wake a baby; but you can hear the ice drop into the bin. Instructions are easy to follow and from unboxing to having ice is quick once you get over the one time four hour prior to plug in time.
I love it and I think you will too! Five stars from me!

This works quickly to make ice! It's fairly quiet, too, which is nice. It's very easy to operate and just add easy to clean.

Yesterday, after making the first batch of ice and dumping it out, we made the second batch. The ice is perfect! It also comes with ice bags to freeze the ice is you'd like to.

Before bed we used about half the ice. This morning, when we woke up, it was filled up again, still using that same water from the second time we filled it to make ice to actually use. It was nice to wake up to.

It's not as large as I expected, but it is pretty heavy. I have my 40 ounce mug next to it for size reference. You also must allow it to set upright for four hours prior to plugging it in.

We're very happy with it and it's like that ice from that drive in that's very popular that we love!

This was an easy set up. Just make sure you let it sit upright for four hours before you use it. You simply pour the water in and out comes the ice. It took a bit for the ice to come out in the first batch, but it comes out steadily after that. It's not as fast as my other machine, so make sure you give it time to make some ice before you really need it. Still very happy with it. The nuggets are a good size and are soft, but keep your drink cold. As a plus, you get some cute little ice bags to store your extra ice in. Such a thoughtful addition. This will make a great first ice machine.