Top 10 Must-Have Outdoor Party Appliances (2025) + Pitfalls to Avoid

1. Portable Ice Maker

✅ Best Picks:

• Igloo ICEB26HH (26 lbs/day, quiet operation)
• GE Profile Opal 2.0 (Bluetooth-enabled, fast ice production)

⚠️ Avoid:

• Cheap no-name brands (e.g., $99 Amazon models) -- 50% less ice than advertised.
• Units >50 dB noise level (Reddit users complain "sounds like a tractor").

💡 Pro Tip: Opt for stainless steel interiors (plastic harbors bacteria) and auto-cleaning functions.