VIVOHOME Electric Ice Shaver Snow Cone Maker Machine Silver 143lbs/hr with Ice Pick for Home and Commercial Use

I want to review this product sometimes I don’t have so much time or energy to do so, but I feel product needs a times not only bad reviews they need good ones too, specially if they do the job I got this machine about a year ago, still work as new this video is from this year; but many times you give review cause you are exited how worked, however later the product doesn’t work or was not like you wanted right? so for a year tried this machine I didn’t wanted to give my judgement in the beginning but now that still is working even we only use this seasonal, pretty much during summer, so I didn’t wanted just reviewed this and to try again, my starts are going to be base on price, quality and durability; For $80 dollars this machine is amazing and also has ice crusher, I used last years and this year and I have to be honest many of you like ice cream on winter right? Well I like of my snow cone or raspado on winter too, so I used as many time too during winter and I loved it, you definitely going to have a fast snow cone, many time we get like $30 dollar machine or less but it doesn’t works as good as this one, as matter of fact before this I got another one, not going to denied was open box however it was like new and that other machine got broke was not suitable for how much I like raspados and I returned the other one and ended getting this; this machine is not perfect for many reason cause people have speak about leaking, cause it seems like the ice has immediately reaction with machine, I haven’t try this with other water like the ice that we made, but I am planing to do it, I only did this with the ice that we buy, so could be the water that they use for the ice, but not sure about it until I try with bottle water, regardless that I will like this machine, also when you are making your ice cone you going to feel water in your hands so maybe to prevent is better to put a cloth or to clean a paper towel; so is true the ice melts so in order for you to use it, for your cone or family you have to have ready the ice that you are planning to use, however remember the container hast to be a glass glass that I use 18 fl oz full of ice and ready for my raspado and maybe put this machine under cloth for me for a few people is not necessary, after that I put a paper towel, at the beginning didn’t like that but again for $80 and now is cheaper is amazing machine and powerful; Don’t like container however this machine a maybe for a single basics or few people, because is powerful definitely you can use it in party, however maybe few people managing this because the container it is for more than one by one basis, but for me that I like big container for a raspado I usually use all for my my home made tamarind or hibiscus raspados and love them Party yes but one by one unless you want to have a cooler and made so much ice storage them in the cooler but you really need two people to help you to storage the ice and close it, I haven’t use in a party but I am sure you could, because is fast machine If you are like me with small family is amazing you managing this on your own and to enjoy summer or again if you are like craving for that on winter go for cause this machine is worthy !

I started my journey looking for an appliance that could make really good snow for slushies but I started looking in the wrong place - blenders. This was a huge mistake because they can crush ice but they can't get it to that fine snow-like quality without melting it. This appliance is the PERFECT solution for making shaved ice for beverages!! The shaved ice comes out in the perfect consistency and the appliance is EASY and SAFE to use. As other have stated, use a block of ice instead of ice cubes for best results. You can make ice blocks many different ways just make sure the size of the ice block can fit completely inside the mouth of the shaver because this appliance has a safety feature that doesn't allow the device to start shaving until the lid is sufficiently closed. The way I make mine is by throwing 1.5 liter bottle waters in the freezer and use a knife to chop them in threes once they're frozen. I first score the plastic around the bottle, where I want to cut the ice, and then lightly chop the bottle (like an axe against a tree trunk) to safely and slowly crack the ice. This works perfectly because the sides of the water bottle hold the ice in place making the perfect crack. I then cut the knife through the crack to completely separate the bottle into perfect sized chunks. These can be stored in the freezer until they are ready to use. Remove the plastic and whalla! You have a perfect ice block ready for shaving! One last thing to mention is the build quality of this thing is incredible and feels industrial strength. I've had mine for 8 months and use it a couple times a month. It is super sturdy and feels like a device that will last for years.

Seems to be made from quality materials and runs very well. Makes great crushed ice and easily can make great snow cones. Very easy to use and maintain. No complaints and hope it lasts a long time with moderate use. World peace is being facilitated by the high-quality snow cones.

This machine absolutely beats the manual ice shaver I used to use. It does work great for shaving ice, it is very fast and does a very good job doing so. I tried making a solid block of ice using a solo cup and confirmed that this procedure will yield you a very smooth and snow like ice shaving. Just a couple of comments. 1: I had to ask for a replacement unit after receiving my order as the first one I received had a crack in the plastic body. Great that I bought it from AMZ so getting a replacement was no problem. 2: The machine is quite tricky to control. Turning it on is no problem, turn on the red button and move the lever to push the ice against the shaver. To turn it off, backing off the lever will not stop the machine until the ice is exposed which makes a mess. I've learned to turn off the red switch while slightly backing off on the the lever (keeping the ice covered). 3: The quality of workmanship is a bit rough. This is obviously a cheap Chinese knock-off with the corresponding low price. There are sharp corners on the aluminum casting, etc. On my second unit received there was something loose inside which apparently was an electrical component (a capacitor I think) that was just stuffed inside the housing and was not restrained. Ended up fixing it so it doesn't make noise and doesn't get disconnected.

Love the fact I don't have to wait forever any more for a glass of shaved ice! Just put the ice in the hopper, close the hopper turn it on keeping light pressure on the handle and in seconds its shaved ice instead of cubes. Fantastic. Since I have very little patience, the fact I'm impressed with the speed is really saying something. Ice is fluffy like snow cone ice. Very close to the texture of real snow. Worth the price, its way better than the slow plastic thing I bought first. And its not going to break because its made of brittle plastic.(the plastic one had the activator tab break off making it useless) This has a real on and off switch that is covered with a soft clear button cover to keep melted ice out of the electronics should you spill.

For the price, it is a great home shaved ice machine although it does allow a few small pieces of ice through. Because of this, I would describe it more like Fine Snow Cone Ice rather than Hawaiian Shaved Ice. I tried freezing ice in a container the size of the opening (as described in one of the reviews/questions) but could not get the blades to shave ice off of it. Pro: * Price * Size - it is small enough to pack on the RV for summer camp outs * Shaves ice quickly * Can use any type of ice. This means I do not have to pre-freeze enough perfectly shaped ice tubs to use it * In addition to great Snow Cones, we use the ice in all types of drinks. The shaved ice could also be used for creating a beautiful way of serving foods such as Shrimp Cocktails. Cons: * Small pieces of ice do fall through that make it more Snow Cone quality than Hawaiian Ice. * It leaks water from around the joint and there is no way to catch it - see video. So you have to set the machine on a towel to catch the water from the melting ice. Conclusion: Despite the 2 cons, we use it daily and would buy again.

Working so well, nice style, and made of good quality material.

Arrived with very sharp edges. I plan to exchange it.