Newair 18 in Clear Ice NCI065SSC0
An 18 in clear ice maker for indoor or outdoor bars, with a pump and a big bin at a mid range price.
Amazon $1,929.99$1,929.99
The Newair 18 in Clear Ice NCI065SSC0 is the better undercounter ice maker overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The Newair 18 in Clear Ice NCI065SSC0 costs $274.19 less ($1,929.99 vs $2,204.18).
Summit BIM182
An 18 in clear ice maker for a bar or kitchen that wants more storage than a 15 in unit and has no floor drain nearby.
Amazon $2,204.18$2,204.18
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 18 in and wider undercounter ice maker; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Newair 18 in Clear Ice NCI065SSC0 | Summit BIM182 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 66 $31.13 per lb a day ($1,929.99, 62 lb a day) | 59 $36.74 per lb a day ($2,204.18, 60 lb a day) |
| Output 15% | 28 62 lb of ice a day | 25 60 lb of ice a day |
| Energy use 10% | 50 energy use not published (neutral score used) | 56 11.8 kWh per 100 lb of ice |
| Storage 10% | 43 33 lb of storage | 43 33 lb of storage |
| Warranty 25% | 33 2 years on the unit | 33 1 year on the unit, 5 years on the sealed system |
| Drain 10% | 100 drain pump included, or gravity drain | 100 drain pump included |
Specifications
| Newair 18 in Clear Ice NCI065SSC0 | Summit BIM182 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ice | ||
| Ice type | Clear | Clear |
| Ice a day | 62 lb | 60 lb |
| Bin storage | 33 lb | 33 lb |
| Energy use | - | 11.8 kWh per 100 lb |
| Install | ||
| Width | 17.7 in | 17.8 in |
| Height | 32.3 in | 34.8 in |
| Depth | 22.6 in | 23.8 in |
| Drain | Pump included | Pump included |
| Outdoor rated | Yes | No |
| Panel ready | No | No |
| App or remote monitoring | No | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Unit warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Sealed system warranty | - | 5 years |