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Frequently asked questions

How is this different from a regular ice tray?

Three things. A watertight lid seals the tray, so it does not spill on the way to the freezer and does not let freezer odors into the ice. An exterior O-ring and press-lock design let trays interlock and stack, so they sit on top of each other instead of taking a shelf each. And because the tray is sealed, it can freeze at any angle — it does not need a level surface. The unibody silicone also flexes, so you can pop out one cube without disturbing the rest.

What are the specifications?

CUBES

  • Standard cube1" × 1" × 1.25"
  • XL cocktail / clear cube2" × 2" × 2"

COMPONENTS (all 5.5" × 5.5" footprint)

  • Standard cube tray1.5" tall
  • XL cube tray2.5" tall
  • Lid0.5" tall

SETS (W × D × H)

  • Solo Set1 standard tray + lid · 5.5" × 5.5" × 2"
  • XL Set1 XL tray + lid · 5.5" × 5.5" × 3"
  • Double Up2 standard trays + lid · 5.5" × 5.5" × 3.5"
  • Party Set1 standard + 1 XL tray + lid · 5.5" × 5.5" × 4.5"
  • Full Clear Cocktail Ice System1 XL tray + 1 clear tray + 1 foam enclosure · 7" × 7" × 5.5"
  • Storage Systemstorage tray · 5.5" × 5.5" × 3"

Should I get the 1-inch tray or the 2-inch XL tray?

Standard cubes suit everyday drinks — water, soda, iced coffee. XL cubes are sized for lowball cocktails or mason jars, where a bigger cube melts more slowly and waters the drink down less. If you want both, the Party Set includes a lid, a standard tray, and an XL cocktail tray.

What is it made of, and is it dishwasher safe?

Platinum food-grade silicone — non-toxic, BPA-free, and not petroleum-based. It is 100% dishwasher safe and stable from -76°F to 500°F, so it handles hot liquids and other foods as well as ice. The color-changing versions use a food-grade, child-safe thermochromic pigment integrated into the silicone rather than applied to the surface, so it will not wear off or leach into your ice.

How long does it take to freeze?

About 6 hours — the same rate as a conventional tray. Sealing the tray does not slow freezing down. For the best results, especially with XL cubes, freeze overnight, around 12 hours.

Does the ice freeze clear?

Ice Device produces roughly 70% clear ice, which matches or beats a conventional tray. Purified or distilled water gives the clearest results. For genuinely clear cocktail ice, the Full Clear Cocktail Ice System adds an XL clear ice tray and an insulated enclosure that controls the direction the water freezes in, which is what pushes cloudiness out of the cube.

Do trays and lids from different sets work together?

Yes. Trays and lids are interchangeable across the range, so you can start with one set and add trays later, or buy a lid on its own. The Ice Storage System is compatible with all other Ice Device trays and lids too.

My freezer makes ice taste stale. Does this fix that?

Stale ice is usually open ice absorbing whatever else is in the freezer. Keeping the tray sealed while it freezes and while it sits is what prevents that. If you keep ice around for a while before using it, the Ice Storage System adds Icicle Core silica and carbon packets that absorb odors inside the storage tray itself.

What are the thermochromic colorways?

Trays made with a food-grade, child-safe thermochromic pigment — the same idea as the color-changing spoons used to show when food has cooled enough to eat. The silicone shifts color as the water freezes, so you can tell at a glance whether the ice is ready without opening the tray. Same sealed, stackable design as the standard colors, at no extra cost.