A friend asked me to recommend an embedded direct drinking machine with a filter and purification function, and there was one requirement that had to be met: it must be able to make ice, as his wife enjoys making cold drinks at home, and ice cubes are used frequently. I helped him choose this model, the Toshiba Little Ice Sugar Direct Drinking Machine. The reason I chose this model is that it can meet even the most demanding requirements, meaning it has all the functions you can think of.
Now, let’s take a closer look at this machine:
1. Appearance, I must admit, after being a home appliance blogger for so many years and testing at least eighty products, Toshiba has never disappointed me in terms of appearance. Whether it’s the color scheme or the level of craftsmanship, it stands out uniquely. The minimalist Japanese design and ultra-thin embedded design are visually pleasing.
2. Water Purification, this direct drinking machine is equipped with two filters and a total of six layers of filtration, capable of filtering out 160 known harmful substances, so you don’t have to worry about water quality. The filters are located at the front of the machine, which is very important for an embedded direct drinking machine, making replacement more convenient. Additionally, the replacement cycle is quite long: the RO filter needs to be replaced every five years, while the PCB filter needs to be replaced once a year. The calculated usage cost is not high. Moreover, it can be connected to a pipe leading to the kitchen, allowing you to use the purified water generated by this machine for washing vegetables and cooking, meaning you don’t need to install an under-sink water purifier in your kitchen anymore.
3. Functions, this is the key point that needs to be emphasized! In addition to some preset scenario modes that can also be found on other direct drinking machines, this machine has several highlights:
First is its boiling water mode; most direct drinking machines on the market can only reach 95 or 98 degrees Celsius, while this machine can achieve a true 100 degrees Celsius boiling water.
Secondly, its temperature adjustment is noteworthy. Most direct drinking machines adjust temperature in increments of 5 or 10 degrees, while this machine adjusts in increments of 1 degree. This is not just a setting issue but a temperature control technology issue; being able to control the temperature so precisely requires skill. The confidence of the manufacturer in their temperature control technology is evident.
Then there’s its ice water feature. Most direct drinking machines with an ice water mode provide water at about 8 to 10 degrees, and achieving 5 degrees is impressive, but this machine can produce ice water at 2 degrees! What does that mean? The typical refrigerator cooling temperature is around 4 degrees, so this is even colder than the so-called chilled drinks taken out of the fridge! Imagine how refreshing it would be to have a glass of ice water on a hot summer day!
Finally, let’s talk about its ice cube function. Some may think this feature is unnecessary since refrigerators can also freeze ice cubes, but the difference is quite clear when compared. Ice cubes made in a refrigerator often have visible bubbles and impurities, making them cloudy, and due to the presence of bubbles and impurities, these ice cubes melt quickly! In contrast, the ice cubes produced by this direct drinking machine are made from fresh water, free of impurities and bubbles, making them much clearer and longer-lasting. Additionally, retrieving ice cubes from a refrigerator can be cumbersome and unsanitary, as they can easily fall on the table, unlike the machine’s output, which goes directly into the cup.
4. Cleaning, as drinking water devices are used over time, there will inevitably be issues with cleaning the pipes. This device employs UV sterilization and high-temperature rinsing above 80 degrees Celsius, achieving a sterilization rate of 99.99% throughout the entire pipeline, ensuring long-term water safety. It’s worth noting that many direct drinking machines do not perform pipeline sterilization, which means hygiene issues persist long-term and cannot be fundamentally resolved.
5. Smart Features, this machine can also connect to the Toshiba app, enabling smart remote control. For example, you can start making ice while you’re at the entrance of your community, so when you get home, you can directly access the ice cubes. Additionally, if you don’t want the ice-making function in winter, you can turn it off.
6. After-sales Service, regardless of which appliance you buy, after-sales service is a crucial point to consider. Regarding after-sales, look at two aspects: the distribution of service points and the duration of product warranty. In terms of service point distribution, Toshiba, as a long-standing home appliance brand, has a well-established service network. As for warranty duration, this machine comes with a five-year warranty. Such a long warranty period allows users to use it without worries..
Alright, now that you’ve seen this, don’t you think it’s truly versatile? If you have any questions about the Toshiba Little Ice Sugar Embedded Direct Drinking Machine, feel free to leave a comment, and I will reply to everyone.