Whynter FIM-450HS Freestanding Ice Maker 44 lb
- Ice Production per Day: 44 Pounds
- Capacity: 44 pounds
- Material Type: Stainless Steel
- Refrigerant: R600a
Last refreshed Jun 12, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Makes genuinely good bullet ice fast, but budget for plumbing, a drain, and a noise tolerance before buying.
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ASIN: B00D7JUXMQModel: FIM-450HSCategory: Ice Makers
Overview
The Whynter FIM-450HS is a freestanding stainless steel ice maker that produces up to 44 pounds of bullet-shaped ice in 24 hours and holds 7.7 pounds in its storage bin, with auto shut-off once the bin fills.
This is a plumbed unit, not a countertop portable, so it needs a water line in and a drain lower than the machine, which some buyers discovered only after unboxing. The storage bin is not refrigerated, so ice made hours ago will already be melting by the time you scoop it.
- 44 lbs of bullet ice per 24 hours
- 7.7 lb storage bin with auto shut-off
- Freestanding stainless steel cabinet, 18 x 15 x 23 in
- Ice scoop, water hose, and drain hose included
Who it's for
Good for a bar area, laundry room, or shed where a water line and drain are already available and steady bullet ice matters more than quiet operation. Not a fit for anyone wanting a grab-and-go portable maker or silent operation near a living space.
Pros and cons
- Produces up to 44 lbs of bullet-shaped ice per day
- Fast cycle time, ice drops roughly every 15 minutes
- Auto shut-off when the bin is full
- Stainless steel cabinet with flush-back design for built-in-style placement
- Requires a plumbed water line and a drain, not truly portable
- Storage bin is not refrigerated, so ice melts while it sits
- Runs loud enough that several buyers placed it in a laundry room or shed
- Parts warranty drops off after one year on a unit priced like a longer-warranty appliance
Performance notes
Ice drops in roughly 15-minute cycles and auto shut-off stops production once the 7.7-pound bin is full. Because the bin holds ice at ambient temperature rather than freezing it, cubes begin melting as soon as they land, and the unit continuously drains a fair amount of water, so a nearby floor drain or an elevated setup with a gravity drain works better than running it without one.
Specifications
| Brand | Whynter |
|---|---|
| Model | FIM-450HS |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 44 poundshigher than 72% of 80 ice makers |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 120 voltshigher than 56% of 120 ice makers |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Ice Production per Day | 44 Pounds |
| Refrigerant | R600a |
Closest rivals on specs
FOHERE Countertop Nugget Ice Maker 40 lb- Capacity 44 vs 40 pounds (+10%)
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Whynter FIM-450HS need to be plumbed in?
Yes, it connects to a water supply and needs a drain positioned lower than the unit; it is not a countertop portable despite being freestanding.
Does the FIM-450HS keep ice frozen in storage?
No, the bin is insulated but not refrigerated, so ice sitting in it begins melting until it is transferred to a freezer or cooler.
How loud is the Whynter FIM-450HS?
Several buyers describe it as louder than expected, comparable to smaller countertop ice makers but larger, and recommend placing it in a laundry room, shed, or similar space.