ecozy Sphere Ice Maker Review (2″ ice balls)

Please enjoy our ecozy Sphere Ice Maker review! (2″ ice balls)

Introduction To The ecozy Sphere Ice Maker

The ecozy Company

Before I was contacted about this ice maker, I was unfamiliar with the ecozy brand. My online research yielded sparse results, as there is not much information available about the company on their website (ecozy.com). However, what I did learn is that they produce a range of ice makers, a countertop dishwasher, a “Sunrise Alarm” which is an alarm clock with an integrated light and relaxation sounds. Interestingly, there is a company with the same name registered in Germany, but they make home thermostats and don’t appear to be related to this company.

Features of the ecozy Sphere Ice Maker

The company lists these key points about the ecozy Sphere Ice Maker:

• Crystal Clear Ice for Perfect Chill.
• Our ultra-transparent sphere ice is the first on the market to use CrystalFlux technology, which has been researched for many years. Made with minimal air bubbles, it offers pure clarity and a slower melt rate, keeping your drinks perfectly chilled without diluting them.
• Fastest Sphere Ice Maker: Produce 144 ice balls per day with a basket storing up to 56 spheres
• Ice balls melt slower than the usual ones – Ice balls with the Glaciolock technology, activated only when the ice basket is full, works with double-layer insulation to reduce melt by 15%.
• Easy Water Entry: Connect to a water line for endless ice without interruptions, saving time and effort. Or use the built-in 0.45-gallon tank for flexibility. Plus, the bottom drain design allows easy water removal when placed on a countertop.
• Clean Made Simple: One-touch auto-cleaning keeps every ice ball pure and fresh, while the interior and ice basket can be manually wiped for a deep clean anytime.

I have to say, that all sounds pretty great – who wouldn’t love a machine that rapidly produces clear ice balls? So, when the company contacted me about reviewing it, I was eager to see it in action.

Set Up

The ecozy Sphere Ice Maker comes with a 13 page manual as well as a 4 page quick guide. Frankly, I find receiving paper manuals quite refreshing, since most products I buy these days immediately direct me to a website for full instructions. I much prefer having the manual in front of me.

Set up is quite simple and quick. While the unit isn’t small, it is a reasonable size for an appliance of this capability, and finding countertop space for it was not difficult. The unit can be connected to a water source and drainage for continuous use, or it’s internal reservoir can be used, allowing it to be freestanding. The only cautions given by the manufacturer are to keep the unit out of direct sunlight and out of close proximity to a heat source, and to allow 6 inches of space around it on all sides.

First Use

Before using the unit for the first time, the instructions recommend letting it stand upright for two hours to allow the refrigerant to settle. It’s also advised to clean the interior and components with warm water and a soft cloth. In addition, the self-cleaning mode should be run—either before first use or after 48 hours of inactivity—using warm water; this process only takes a few moments. Once complete, simply drain the reservoir and refill it with cold water. ecozy suggests using filtered or purified water with a Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) value below 200, and even includes a TDS meter for easy testing. I used distilled water, which worked very well.

Making Ice

Making ice with the ecozy Sphere Ice Maker is simple and convenient. After filling the reservoir or connecting the unit to an external water source, just plug it in and press the Start/Stop button to begin. The machine will continue producing ice until the water runs low—typically enough for about six batches of four ice balls. When you’ve made enough ice, press the Start/Stop button again. While the internal basket keeps the ice cold temporarily, it’s not meant for long-term storage. Be sure to transfer the ice spheres to the included trays or another container and place them in your freezer.

Clean Up

The clean up process is quite easy and quick. Simply remove the drain plug at the front bottom of the unit to empty any remaining water from the reservoir. Then unplug the ecozy Sphere Ice Maker, and wipe it down.

Review

Ease of Use

The unit is very easy to set up and use. I did not attach it to a water source or permanent drainage, so can not comment on that. However, using it as a free-standing device worked very well.

Ice Making

The manufacturer states that the unit produces four crystal-clear ice spheres every 40 minutes, for a total of up to 144 spheres per day. In my experience, that estimate proved to be fairly accurate. Typically, each cycle took about 40 minutes, plus a few additional minutes for the ice balls to be ejected into the basket. However, if you’re not connected to a continuous water supply, you’ll need to refill the reservoir periodically. Likewise, the internal ice tray, which holds up to 56 spheres, must be emptied from time to time. As for noise, the unit isn’t overly loud, but it does emit a sound similar to a small air conditioner. You’ll also occasionally hear the clatter of the spheres as they drop into the basket.

Ice Aesthetics

Clarity: My unit produced very clear ice, thanks in part to using distilled water. Following ecozy’s recommendation to use water with low Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) is likely key to achieving this level of clarity. That’s easy to manage when filling the reservoir manually, but could be a challenge if the unit is connected directly to a water source with high TDS. In that case, some form of pretreatment may be necessary for optimal results. While the ice was generally transparent, some of the spheres had internal fissures. These imperfections tended to lessen after time in the freezer, although some remained.

Shape: The unit did consistently produce spherical ice. However, the first batch or two may experience some melting and deformation due to the way the unit initially cools the ice. Once a few ice balls accumulate in the basket, the system does a better job of keeping them cold, and melting becomes less of an issue.

Because of the way CrystalFlux technology operates, each ice ball has a small dimple at one end—a necessary part of the release process. The dimple tends to shrink by the third batch, but it never disappears completely. I didn’t find it displeasing, and in fact, it could even be filled with an attractive garnish for a unique touch. Still, the dimple is worth noting, especially since it often ends up facing upward when the sphere is floating in a drink. Occasionally, there were small ridges in the mid portions of the ice balls.

Melting Speed

In my tests, the ice balls lasted the duration of most drinks and did not result in significant dilution. I poured room temperature bourbon over an ice ball in two identical rocks glasses—one kept indoors at approximately 70°F, and the other taken outdoors where the temperature was 90°F. While a single ice ball isn’t expected to last long in that kind of heat, it performed well under the circumstances.

Both ice balls melted slightly after the addition of the room temperature bourbon. As they continued to melt, they developed a narrowing toward one end and gradually formed dimples along their sides. The original top dimple also became more pronounced.

• By 5–6 minutes: The indoor ice ball began to develop a slight “neck” shape. The outdoor one had a more noticeable deepening of its existing dimple.
• By 10–11 minutes: The indoor ice ball showed minimal additional melting. The outdoor one melted a bit more but still held its shape well. Both drinks were cold with little dilution.
• By 15–16 minutes: The indoor ice ball developed more noticeable dimpling but remained mostly intact. The outdoor one showed significant melting, yet surprisingly held up well given the heat. Both drinks stayed cold without significant dilution.
• By 20–21 minutes: Melting continued for both, with a bit more dilution, though neither drink was over-diluted.
• By 25–26 minutes: The indoor drink’s flavor noticeably changed, and the outdoor drink, while still somewhat cool, was warming with noticeable dilution.

I haven’t conducted this type of side-by-side test before, so I don’t have a direct comparison. However, the results suggest that indoors, the ice should easily last the duration of the average drink. Outdoors, even on a hot day, the ice performed well enough to keep the drink enjoyable for a respectable amount of time.

Conclusion

The ecozy Sphere Ice Maker delivers on its promise of producing clear, spherical ice with minimal effort. Setup is simple, operation is intuitive, and the machine’s flexibility—whether using the built-in reservoir or connecting to a water line—makes it suitable for a wide range of users. The addition of a self-cleaning mode and a TDS meter adds to its convenience, helping users maintain consistent ice clarity.

In terms of performance, the machine’s speed and output are impressive for a countertop appliance. Ice quality is generally excellent, with only minor imperfections such as occasional internal fissures or surface ridges. The signature dimple, a byproduct of the CrystalFlux release process, may stand out in the glass but doesn’t detract from the overall aesthetic—and may even offer a fun opportunity for creative garnishes.

Most importantly, the ice performs well in real-world use. It chills drinks effectively without rapid dilution, even holding up reasonably well in outdoor heat. For anyone looking to elevate their cocktail presentation or simply enjoy clear, spherical ice at home, the ecozy Sphere Ice Maker is a compelling and well-rounded choice.

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