This little ice machine makes ice quickly. I think it was less than 5 minutes from the time I plugged it in, after waiting for the refrigerant fluid to settle. Its not super loud and makes the perfect little crunchable ice cubes. Love it! I use it all day and  take a batch up with me at night in my thermal cup, It lasts all night.  I couldnt uplaod my video of it in action, but Im very pleased so far.