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they do work and i actually really like the nugget ice shape. but the ones I've used were extremely loud, both the compressor and when it dumps the ice. at one point i was given one for free and it was too loud to leave on all the time, so i figured i'd keep it in a cupboard and use it for surplus ice for parties or whatever. i ended up never using it for that purpose because it only makes a small amount at a time compared to a freezer one (albeit very quickly) and what i needed was a bunch to fill up a pitcher, or a cooler, etc, so bag of store bought ice works better for that purpose. for the small ice size i like this style of tray. i thought it would be a cheapo gadget but it actually works a treat and is very sturdy. https://www.walmart.com/ip/KINGTACK-Ice-Cube-Tray-Trays-Freezer-Tray-With-Lid-Bin-Making-64-pcs-Cubes-Chilling-Cocktail-Whiskey-Coffee-2-trays-Container-Scoop-Cover-BPA-Free/5449086730