Product review (5 stars): It is perfect for when you have people over that requires more ...
This little machine is a real workhorse.  It is perfect for when you have people over that requires more ice than your fridge can handle.  It begins to pump out cubes in 13 minutes (I timed it) after initial plug in and even quicker, every 6 to 9 minutes, as the machine cools down (large cube setting).  The first two batches produce somewhat smaller cubes but quickly grow in size after about 30 minutes - again as the machine cools down.  It is compact and fits nicely on the counter and easily stored when not in use.