Best Ice Cube Trays

The Tovolo Silicone Ice Cube Tray with Lid is designed to prevent freezer odors from tainting ice — the lid seals the tray during freezing. The silicone body flexes to release cubes with minimal force. The standard cube size works for most drinks without the dilution speed of crushed ice. At $12 with a 4.0 average rating, it's a competent mid-range option. The lid is its main differentiator over open silicone trays. Best for anyone who has noticed their ice takes on freezer flavors and wants a simple solution without upgrading to a dedicated ice maker.

OXO's snap-on lid is the functional differentiator among standard ice trays — it blocks freezer odors from absorbing into ice during storage, which matters in a freezer that also holds fish, leftovers, or anything pungent. The no-spill design lets you fill the tray and walk to the freezer without losing water across the kitchen floor, and the flexible construction releases ice cleanly without the over-the-sink twist-and-smack method older rigid plastic trays require. At $10.39 it costs more than the Amazon Basics 2-pack at $5.99 for a single tray. The OXO premium buys a tighter lid seal and build quality that holds up through years of daily freeze cycles — cheaper lid mechanisms crack or lose their snap within a season of regular use. For households where ice quality matters — cocktails, flavored water, beverages where absorbed odors are noticeable — the odor-blocking lid is a practical upgrade worth the extra $4.40. The lid does add bulk when stacking trays in a crowded freezer compartment. Buy OXO Good Grips if odor-free ice is a priority or if you use ice regularly for cocktails and beverages where taste matters. Skip in favor of the Amazon Basics 2-pack if price is the deciding factor and freezer odor absorption hasn't been a noticeable issue.

Swissmar Lausanne 11-Piece Fondue Set at $159.95 provides a copper-plated ceramic pot with 8 fondue forks, stand, and burner — a complete fondue hosting kit. 3.8-star rating. Copper exterior is decorative; ceramic pot handles cheese and chocolate fondue. Alcohol or gel fuel burner required for heating. Premium price reflects copper-plated aesthetic.

Two BPA-free silicone trays with spill-resistant lids for $5.99 — the most affordable complete ice tray solution on this page. Flexible silicone releases ice cleanly with a push from the bottom without twisting or running under hot water, lids provide basic splash protection during the walk to the freezer, and 14-cube capacity per tray handles standard drink and cocktail ice needs. At $5.99 for two trays, the per-tray cost is roughly $3 — well under half the price of any other option on this page. The trade-offs: the lid seal is less tight than OXO's snap-fit design, meaning ice can absorb freezer odors over longer storage in a busy freezer. Generic construction means lid hinges and silicone longevity are shorter than the branded alternatives; for households that treat ice trays as annual replacements, that gap is inconsequential. For households using ice in beverages where taste is critical, the OXO's tighter odor seal is worth four dollars more. Buy the Amazon Basics 2-pack for the most affordable, functional ice tray setup. Skip if odor-free ice matters — the OXO's tighter lid seal is worth the extra $30.35 for cocktail or beverage use where absorbed freezer odors are noticeable.

Rabbit Clear Ice Cube Tray Set of 2 at $30.38 carries the lowest rating in this comparison at 3.6 stars. At nearly 3× the price of basic silicone trays, the premium targets clear ice for cocktail use. Clear ice requires slower freeze rates — results vary by freezer type. Lower rating suggests inconsistent clarity outcomes across user freezers.