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If your freezer does not have an ice maker, the humble ice cube tray becomes part of the daily routine: fill it, carry it without spilling, freeze it, and then find somewhere to keep the cubes so you are not twisting a tray every time someone wants a drink. An ARTLEO ice cube tray with a lid and storage bin tackles that last step. Freeze a batch, tip it into the bin, refill the tray, and the bin becomes a small stock of ice ready for iced coffee in the morning or drinks with dinner.
According to the listings, ARTLEO’s range here splits two ways. Two sets use flexible plastic trays that make 55 mini nugget cubes each, differing mainly in how many trays you get and how big the bin is. The third set switches to food-grade silicone trays that make larger 1.2 inch cubes, 15 per tray, with a smaller bin. All three include a lid to keep freezer odors out, and all three are pitched for home freezers, RV refrigerators and small spaces such as offices and student apartments.
ARTLEO Ice Cube Tray Lineup at a Glance
Best for: Larger cubes for coffee and cocktails
Pros
- Food-grade silicone trays
- 2 inch cubes
- Push-up release
- Top-rack dishwasher safe
Cons
- Only 30 cubes per freeze
- Lid not fully leak-proof
| Set | Tray material | Cubes per freeze | Bin capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2Pack Ice Cube Tray with Lid | Plastic | 110 mini nuggets (2 x 55) | Six trays of cubes |
| Ice Cube Maker Trays for Freezer | Plastic, polypropylene | 55 mini nuggets per tray | Three trays of cubes |
| Ice Cube Tray with Lid | Silicone trays, plastic bin | 30 cubes of 1.2 inches (2 x 15) | 40 cubes |
The Models in Detail
2Pack Ice Cube Tray with Lid Easy Release Ice Cube Tray
Check price on Amazon 4.6 out of 5 — average from Amazon buyers
Best for: Families going through ice every day
Pros
- 110 mini cubes per freeze
- Bin holds six trays of cubes
- Dishwasher safe, BPA free
- Scoop included
Cons
- Plastic twist release, not push-out
- Small nuggets melt faster
The 2Pack Ice Cube Tray with Lid set is the high-output option. Two plastic trays each make 55 mini nugget cubes, so one freezing cycle yields 110 cubes, and the listing says the bin can hold six trays’ worth. For a household that goes through ice all day, that means you can freeze two or three rounds and keep a full bin in reserve. A scoop is included, which the listing points out is more hygienic than reaching in by hand.
The trays are high-elastic plastic with a smooth surface. Release is by a gentle twist, and the listing says the trapezium-shaped cubes come out more easily than square ones. Raised edges help when filling at the faucet and carrying the tray one-handed to the freezer, and the listing advises staying below the fill line so the nuggets do not freeze together into a slab. Everything is described as food grade, BPA free, stain resistant and dishwasher safe, and the lid keeps cubes from picking up freezer odors.
The listed dimensions are 10.47 x 6.65 x 3.15 inches with a weight of 0.42 kg, and the description calls the design stackable. It suits families and anyone who entertains often. Small nugget cubes chill a drink quickly but also melt faster than larger cubes, so whiskey drinkers may prefer the silicone set. The listing also notes upgraded carton packaging to help the trays arrive undamaged.
Ice Cube Maker Trays for Freezer Easy Release Ice Cube Tray
Check price on Amazon 4.8 out of 5 — average from Amazon buyers
Best for: Office or dorm freezers with limited space
Pros
- Tray doubles as the bin lid
- Compact 10.6 x 6.7 x 3 inches
- Scoop included
Cons
- Listing conflicts on 1 or 2 trays
- Lid not sealed
The Ice Cube Maker Trays for Freezer set uses the same style of 55-cube mini nugget plastic tray with a twist release. Its space-saving trick is that the tray acts as the lid of the storage box, so the set stacks into one compact block of 10.6 x 6.7 x 3 inches. The listing lists the contents as two ice cube trays with lids, one storage container and one scooper.
The listing is inconsistent on quantity, though. The title says “2 Pack” and the feature list says two trays, but the size field reads “1Pack/55 Ice Tray&Bin,” and the bin is said to hold three trays of cubes. The listing also notes the lid is not sealed, so keep the tray level in the freezer. One feature line mentions a silicone mold, while the material is listed as plastic and polypropylene; the plastic description is the one to go by.
ARTLEO says damaged trays can be replaced and questions are answered within 24 hours. This set suits office freezers, dorm mini-fridges and RVs where every inch counts. It gives way to the 2Pack set when you need a larger reserve of ice, since its bin is described as holding twice as many trays of cubes. In practice, the routine here is simple: freeze, empty into the box, refill, and stack the full tray back on top as the lid.
Ice Cube Tray with Lid
Check price on Amazon 4.9 out of 5 — average from Amazon buyers
The Ice Cube Tray with Lid silicone set changes both the material and the cube size. Two BPA-free food-grade silicone trays each make 15 cubes of about 1.2 inches, 30 per freeze, and the plastic bin holds 40 cubes. The listing describes these as a good middle size for iced coffee, cocktails, whiskey and juice.
Silicone trays release by twisting and pushing up from the bottom, which tends to be easier on the hands than twisting rigid plastic. The listing gives a temperature range of -40°F to 428°F. The lid has a raised lip to reduce spills and odors but is noted as not fully leak-proof, and ARTLEO suggests squeezing out air when closing it. The tray with lid measures 7.3 x 5.1 x 1.2 inches and the bin 8.2 x 5.5 x 3 inches, making this the most compact footprint of the three. The whole set is top-rack dishwasher safe.
It suits couples or single-person households who want larger cubes and a small bin. Heavy ice users will run through 30 cubes quickly and should look at the 2Pack set instead.
Matching a Model to Your Setup
- Family of four with iced drinks at every meal: the 2Pack Ice Cube Tray with Lid for 110 cubes per freeze.
- Hosting parties with lots of cocktails: the 2Pack Ice Cube Tray with Lid and its six-tray bin.
- Office freezer drawer or dorm mini-fridge: the Ice Cube Maker Trays for Freezer with the tray-as-lid design.
- Morning iced coffee and evening whiskey: the silicone Ice Cube Tray with Lid for 1.2 inch cubes.
- RV freezer with little depth: the silicone Ice Cube Tray with Lid, only 1.2 inches tall per tray.
- Anyone with stiff hands who struggles to twist trays: the silicone Ice Cube Tray with Lid and its push-up release.
Before You Buy
The listings leave a few things unclear. The two plastic sets share the same model number but describe different bin capacities, and the Ice Cube Maker Trays set contradicts itself on whether you get one or two trays. The silicone set’s product dimensions do not match its own tray and bin measurements. None of the listings give the volume of a single nugget cube or an estimated freeze time. Lids are described as not sealed or not fully leak-proof on two of the three sets.
If trays are becoming a chore, an appliance may suit your routine better; our guide to a countertop ice maker machine covers that route.
For those who care about crystal-clear cubes for cocktails, our look at a clear ice maker explains the different approach.
FAQ
How many cubes does the ARTLEO 2 pack make?
Two trays of 55 mini nugget cubes, 110 per freeze, according to the listing.
Are ARTLEO ice cube trays dishwasher safe?
Yes. The 2Pack and silicone listings say dishwasher safe; the silicone set specifies the top rack. The Ice Cube Maker Trays description also says dishwasher safe.
Which ARTLEO tray is easiest to release?
The silicone set, which twists and pushes up from the bottom. The plastic trays release with a twist.
Do the lids seal?
No. The listings describe the lids as not sealed or not fully leak-proof, though they reduce odors and spills.
How do I stop nugget cubes sticking together?
Both plastic listings advise filling only to the max fill line so each nugget freezes separately instead of bridging into a sheet.
Can the trays be used for anything besides ice?
The plastic listings mention miniature desserts such as jelly, and the silicone listing gives a temperature range of -40°F to 428°F, though it does not list specific non-ice uses.
Are the trays BPA free?
All three listings describe the trays as BPA free.