Nugget ice has become a must-have for many households, offering that satisfying crunch normally reserved for cafés and fast-food chains. Unfortunately, most home nugget ice makers fall short of the hype. They’re often loud, slow to produce ice, and limited in capacity—hardly ideal for everyday use or entertaining. GoveeLife aims to change that narrative with the launch of the Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro, a premium, smart-enabled appliance designed to tackle the most common frustrations head-on.

Fast, Consistent Nugget Ice Production

At the core of the Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro is a performance-focused design. It’s powered by a 96W high-efficiency compressor, paired with a DC motor and an enlarged condenser and cooling fan. This setup allows the machine to begin producing ice in as little as six minutes, with a maximum output of up to 60 pounds per day.

GoveeLife has also focused heavily on ice quality. A stainless-steel evaporator produces denser, rounder nugget ice with a more uniform texture, improving chewability and reducing brittleness. The thickened ice basket can hold up to 3.5 pounds of ice and is designed to retain up to 60% of that ice over six hours, helping keep it frozen and ready to serve.

For longer sessions, the dual-tank system offers added flexibility. A 2.2L built-in water tank is complemented by a 4.9L detachable tank, allowing for continuous ice production of up to 15.6 pounds in a single run—roughly enough for 60 iced drinks. That makes it particularly well-suited to family gatherings, parties, or heavy daily use.

AI NoiseGuard: A Quieter Take on Nugget Ice

Noise has long been a weak point for nugget ice machines, largely due to their complex internal structures. Freeze-ups around the evaporator can lead to grinding, rattling, and other disruptive sounds. GoveeLife addresses this issue with its patented AI NoiseGuard technology.

Using an AI model trained to detect freeze-up events with over 90% accuracy, the system automatically initiates defrosting before excessive noise develops. This proactive approach helps maintain smooth operation and consistent ice production. When combined with the machine’s quiet DC motor, the result is a remarkably low operating volume of just 40 decibels—about the same as a library or quiet conversation. In practice, this means fresh nugget ice without the constant background hum many users have come to expect.

Smart Controls and Everyday Convenience

As expected from a GoveeLife product, smart functionality plays a central role. The ice maker features a 4.45-inch LCD touchscreen for direct control, alongside a skyline-style LED status bar that provides at-a-glance feedback.

Maintenance is equally straightforward thanks to dual self-cleaning modes, offering both quick and deep cleaning options. Users can also manage the machine remotely via the Govee Home app, enabling scheduling, low-water alerts, and cleaning reminders. Integration with Google Home and Amazon Alexa further extends its smart home credentials, allowing for voice control and automation within a connected kitchen setup.

Pricing, Availability, and CES Showcase

The Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro will make its public debut at CES Unveiled on 4th January at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center (Shoreline Exhibit Hall, Table No. 614), followed by a full showing at CES 2026 from 6th–9th January at the Venetian Expo (Booth No. 52812).

Following CES, the ice maker will be available from 15th January 2026, via Amazon US, Govee.com, Walmart, and Best Buy. It carries an MSRP of $499.99 and is backed by a three-year warranty. Early adopters will receive a complimentary GoveeLife Air Purifier worth $129.99, along with a 5% discount during the first seven days after launch.

Looking Ahead: GoveeLife’s 2026 Vision

The Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro marks GoveeLife’s first major step in expanding its ice maker lineup for 2026. The company has outlined plans to broaden its kitchen appliance portfolio further, with future products covering multiple ice types as well as ice cream machines. The goal is clear: to position GoveeLife as a go-to brand for consumers looking to build a smarter, more connected kitchen ecosystem.

For households drawn to the idea of café-quality ice paired with smart home convenience, the Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro sets a confident tone for what GoveeLife has planned next.