COWSAR HZB-12U Countertop Ice Maker 26 lb
- Ice Production per Day: 26 Pounds
- Capacity: 26 pounds
- Material Type: Stainless Steel
- Refrigerant: R600a
Last refreshed Jun 12, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Delivers quick, on-demand bullet ice for a household without a built-in icemaker, best paired with a habit of transferring the output to a freezer rather than storing it in the basket.
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ASIN: B0FXWVP5NRModel: HZB-12UCategory: Ice Makers
Overview
A countertop ice maker from COWSAR that makes bullet-shaped ice in about 6 minutes per batch, up to 26 lbs in 24 hours, with a choice of two cube sizes and a self-clean cycle triggered by holding the power button.
The 0.8L water tank and 1.1 lb storage basket are small by design, trading ice-on-hand volume for a compact countertop footprint.
- 0.8L integrated water tank keeps the footprint small
- 14.33 lb unit with a built-in handle for portability
- Touch controls with a dedicated self-clean setting
- Scoop and basket included for serving
Who it's for
Suits anyone without an ice-making fridge or plumbed water line who wants steady bullet ice for drinks, camping, or entertaining. Less suited to buyers who need a large standing reserve of ice, since the basket is small and ice held in it starts to melt.
Pros and cons
- Produces a batch of ice in about 6 minutes
- Two cube sizes for drinks versus chilling
- Self-clean cycle built into the power button
- Compact enough for camping or a small kitchen
- Small basket fills quickly and needs regular emptying
- Ice held in the basket melts fairly fast
- Running noise described as loud by some buyers
- One report of reduced output after eight months
Performance notes
A first batch of ice forms in about 6 minutes, and the machine cycles continuously until its 1.1 lb basket fills, at which point it shuts off automatically. Because the basket isn't insulated, ice sitting in it begins to melt within a few hours, so the practical daily yield depends on how often you move ice to a freezer.
Specifications
| Brand | COWSAR |
|---|---|
| Model | HZB-12U |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 26 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Other details | |
| Ice Production per Day | 26 Pounds |
| Refrigerant | R600a |
| Part Number | HZB-12U |
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Frequently asked questions
How fast does the COWSAR HZB-12U make ice?
The first batch of bullet ice forms in about 6 minutes, and it can produce up to 26 lbs total over 24 hours of continuous cycling.
Does this ice maker need a water line?
No, it fills manually from a 0.8L built-in tank, which is what makes it usable on countertops, in campers, or in RVs without plumbing.