Frigidaire · Updated July 2026
Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker: price, specs & release date
Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker, released 2017. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: iceartisan.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker is listed at $89 on iceartisan.com as of 2026-07-25, #2 cheapest of 14 ice makers (median $235); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 8/100 pay-blind standing, #14 of 18 in class.
Verified Jul 25, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest ice makers: AGLucky HZB-12/B Countertop Ice Maker — $70
- Best for Compact, space-saving footprint that stashes away easily; Affordable / attractive price point.
- Skip if Small ice-basket capacity, roughly half a pound is a dealbreaker.
Price history
$89Is the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker a good buy?
At $89, the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker is #2 cheapest of the 14 ice makers we track, where the median is $235. On the spec sheet, its daily capacity of 26 lb is the lowest of the 18, its first ice minutes of 6 is below the median of the 18, and its storage capacity of 1.5 lb is below the median of the 14. By release date, it is the oldest of the 6 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker
Only one whitelisted outlet, Reviewed (USA Today), covers the Frigidaire EFIC189, and it does so in a roundup blurb that leans on specs plus owner reviews rather than its own lab benchmark, so no measured numbers are reported. It calls the compact, affordable, quiet unit a fine basic countertop maker but flags its tiny half-pound basket.
Based on 1 review · 2026-06-03
Tested by Reviewed
Consistently praised
- Compact, space-saving footprint that stashes away easily
- Affordable / attractive price point
- Quiet operation
- Makes ice quickly
Commonly flagged
- Small ice-basket capacity, roughly half a pound
- Won't replace bagged ice for filling a cooler unless continuously emptied
Where reviewers disagree No cross-source comparison is possible: only one whitelisted outlet (Reviewed) discusses this exact model, and its coverage is qualitative/spec-based rather than lab-measured, so there are no measured values and no second opinion to weigh against it.
The sources (1)
If you need a basic, compact ice maker for countertop use, this is the perfect choice.
The main thing reviewers noted is the small capacity, which is approximately half a pound.
smaller units (like the Frigidaire EFIC189) weigh about 25 pounds and have a smaller footprint, making them easy to pull out for parties and stash away when not in use.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $89 — current on record (was $90) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Frigidaire |
| Released | 2017 |
| Ice type | bullet |
| Daily capacity (lb) | 26 |
| First ice minutes | 6 |
| Storage capacity (lb) | 1.5 |
| Self cleaning | No |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Dimensions (in) | 11.4 H x 8.7 W x 11.6 D |
Source: iceartisan.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by amazon.com. VERIFIED: 26 lb/day, 5-6 min per cycle (9 cubes), 1.5 lb bin, 2 bullet sizes, no WiFi, no self-clean confirmed by Amazon listing B075QP7SCP and 888lots spec (11.6 D x 8.7 W x 11.4 H). PRICE CORRECTED 100->90: current US retail is ~$80-100 (Amazon/Newegg ~$89.99), so $90 is more accurate than the draft's $100. ShouldIt measured ~17 lb actual vs 26 lb claim; manufacturer figure used as spec. Release 2017 approximate (ASIN B075QP7SCP).
Is the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker worth it vs cheaper ice makers?
Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker against its closest cheaper and pricier ice makers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 14 ranked
| Product | Price | Ice type | Daily capacity (lb) | First ice minutes | Storage capacity (lb) | Self cleaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker this | $89 | bullet | 26 | 6 | 1.5 | No |
| AGLucky HZB-12/B Countertop Ice Maker | $70 | bullet | 26 | 8 | — | Yes |
| Igloo ICEB26SS Portable Countertop Ice Maker | $90 | bullet | 26 | 7 | 2 | No |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker?
Only one whitelisted outlet, Reviewed (USA Today), covers the Frigidaire EFIC189, and it does so in a roundup blurb that leans on specs plus owner reviews rather than its own lab benchmark, so no measured numbers are reported. It calls the compact, affordable, quiet unit a fine basic countertop maker but flags its tiny half-pound basket. Praised: Compact, space-saving footprint that stashes away easily; Affordable / attractive price point; Quiet operation; Makes ice quickly. Flagged: Small ice-basket capacity, roughly half a pound; Won't replace bagged ice for filling a cooler unless continuously emptied. (From 1 tester review.)
How much does the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker cost?
The Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker has a US price of $89, as of 2026-07-25.
How does the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker compare on price?
At $89, the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker is #2 cheapest of the 14 ice makers we track, where the median is $235.
Has the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker's price dropped?
Yes — since 2026-06-27 the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker has fallen 1.1%, from $90 to $89.
What is the lowest price the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker is $89 on 2026-07-25 — which is its current price.
Is now a good time to buy the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker?
At $89, the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker is at the lowest price we have recorded since 2026-06-27.
When was the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker released?
The Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker was released 2017.
What are the Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker's key specs?
Frigidaire EFIC189 Compact Ice Maker (Frigidaire): ice type bullet, daily capacity lb 26, first ice minutes 6, storage capacity lb 1.5, self cleaning No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $89 at iceartisan.com, 2026-07-25. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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