VIVOHOME Nugget Ice Maker
- Material Type: Stainless Steel
- Refrigerant: R600a
- Wattage: 160 watts
- Voltage: 115 volts
Last refreshed Jun 12, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Delivers on the fast, chewable ice it promises for most owners, but water hardness appears to be the deciding factor in whether it keeps working past the first year.
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ASIN: B0C5QY359VModel: VH1180US-BKCategory: Ice Makers
Overview
A countertop nugget ice maker rated for 44 lbs of soft, chewable pellet ice per day, with a self-cleaning cycle, an LCD panel, a see-through window and a compact 9.4 x 13.2 x 15.4 inch footprint. Comes with an ice basket, scoop and 10 storage bags.
Reliability seems to hinge on water quality: at least one owner traced a mid-life failure to mineral buildup from hard water, while others report years of steady daily use.
- Up to 44 lbs of nugget ice in 24 hours
- One nugget approximately every 3 seconds
- Self-cleaning cycle with bottom drain plug
- Compact 9.4 x 13.2 x 15.4 inch footprint, includes scoop and 10 bags
Who it's for
Good for anyone who goes through ice quickly and prefers the soft chewable texture over hard cubes, especially with soft or filtered water. Owners on hard water should expect to clean it often or filter their water first.
Pros and cons
- First batch of ice ready in minutes according to multiple owners
- Chewable nugget texture matches what several buyers were seeking from Sonic-style ice
- Some units have run daily for years without issue
- Hard water mineral buildup stopped ice production for at least one owner within 6 months
- One unit arrived with a fluid leak and failed within hours of first use
- Nuggets run smaller than standard tray ice cubes
Performance notes
It produces roughly one nugget every 3 seconds and up to 44 lbs in 24 hours with the tank kept full. Holding the ICE/CLEAN button for 5 seconds starts the self-clean cycle, which drains through a bottom plug once finished.
Specifications
| Brand | VIVOHOME |
|---|---|
| Model | VH1180US-BK |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Refrigerant | R600a |
| Wattage | 160 wattshigher than 50% of 41 ice makers |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Unit Count | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much ice does the VIVOHOME VH1180US-BK make per day?
It is rated to produce up to 44 lbs of nugget ice in 24 hours with the tank kept full.
Does it clean itself?
Yes, holding the ICE/CLEAN button for 5 seconds starts a self-clean cycle, and the wastewater drains through a bottom plug afterward.
Does hard water cause problems?
At least one owner reported calcium buildup from hard water stopping ice production after about 6 months of use, so filtering the water first is worth considering.