A CLOSER LOOKKitchen Appliances
Nugget ice, right on the counter.
Frigidaire Gallery Nugget Ice Maker
EFIC255 · Cream
Buyer feedback ↓The cream Frigidaire Gallery EFIC255 makes small nugget ice and stores it in a pull-out front bin. You fill it with water yourself; it does not need a permanent water line.
- 14.6 × 16.75 × 10 inBody dimensions · L × H × W≈ 4.3 × 5 × 3 bank-card lengths
- Nugget iceIce styleSmall, textured pieces
- Manual fillWater supplyNo plumbed connection
Amazon US · EFIC255 · Cream · Retailer link
THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
This makes sense if nugget ice is the reason you want an ice maker. The front bin and scoop make serving simple, and manual filling avoids a plumbing installation. The cream body also feels more like a countertop appliance than a portable cooler.
Skip it if quiet operation or effortless upkeep comes first. Reviewed noticed intermittent noise and found the nuggets firmer than some rivals. You still need to refill, drain and clean it, and finished ice belongs in a freezer if you want to keep it for later.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
Choose it for the ice texture.
This machine makes nuggets rather than hollow bullet ice. Reviewed found its pieces relatively firm, so do not assume all nugget makers produce the same bite.
Two buttons keep operation simple.
The front panel separates ice making from cleaning. A cleaning cycle does not replace draining and rinsing; follow the manual for regular care.
Exact EFIC255 cream listing ↗ · Reviewed EFIC255 hands-on test ↗ · Manufacturer manual ↗
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
Experiences with the cream nugget maker differ sharply: one owner enjoys crunchy ice and prompt replenishment without finding it loud, while another hears operating noise and finds the scoop awkward to use. A dissatisfied buyer reports loud running, interrupted cycles and inconsistent ice production from the start, leaving them buying bagged ice for gatherings. That contrast matters if dependable ice for guests is your main reason for buying.
What buyers like
- ice production speed166
Mixed feedback
- reliability685
- quality539
- ice production201
- ice making103
Common concerns
- Value for money368
- Durability328
- noise level298
The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.
Amazon US · Checked . Ratings may include other colors and sizes.
View source ↗03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO
See it in use.
See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.
A hands-on look at the Gallery nugget maker
Shows the machine’s design, operation and serving bin. Finish may differ from this cream listing.
Watch on YouTube ↗Video and written sources are labeled by creator and tested scope. Manufacturer demonstrations explain use; they are not independent tests. No in-house hands-on testing is claimed.
Read 2 written sources Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold
The tester liked the clean-tasting ice and simple operation, but found the nuggets firmer than an Opal’s and the irregular operating noise noticeable. The tested finish was blue; this listing is cream.
The selected listing shows a pull-out ice bin, manual water filling and a separate cleaning mode. Its published daily output is a production rating, not the amount stored in the bin at once.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
Swipe to see every alternative →
THIS GUIDEFrigidaire Gallery EFIC255Cream · nugget ice |  ALTERNATIVEGE Profile Opal 2.0 UltraStainless steel · side-tank bundle |  ALTERNATIVEEUHOMY Countertop Ice MakerBlack · carry-handle model | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $247.90 | $408.86 | $69.99 |
| Best for | Nugget ice with simple onboard controls | Nugget ice with app scheduling | Ordinary ice for chilling drinks |
| Design | Front pull-out bin; manual water fill | Removable side tank; Wi-Fi controls | Bullet-shaped ice; lift-out basket |
| Care / use | Drain, clean and rinse routinely | Regular cleaning and descaling | Empty, drain and clean regularly |
| Consider | Noise; no app control | Side tank needs extra counter space | Bullet ice is not the nugget texture |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ | View on Amazon ↗ | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ |
About these everyday comparisons
Approximate comparisons to familiar objects: a bank card’s 3.37-inch long edge, a Letter sheet’s 11-inch long edge, or a US nickel’s 21.21 mm diameter / 5 g weight. Water comparisons exclude the container’s weight. Capacity comparisons describe volume, not exterior size or how food fits. Reference pictures identify the object; use the labeled ratio for the comparison.
05 / PRICE HISTORY
The price over time.
Frigidaire Gallery Nugget Ice Maker · EFIC255 · Cream · Amazon US
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06 / RELATED FINDS
A useful extra.
For the way you plan to use it.
Move spare ice into the freezer
Rubbermaid Ice Cube Bin
Transfer extra finished ice into a freezer bin instead of expecting the machine’s serving bin to hold it frozen indefinitely. Check your freezer shelf space first.