Amazon cuts price of clever car gadget that 'removes ice instantly'

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It’s a bit fresh out, isn’t it? No one knows it better than your car’s windscreen, with an extra layer of glazing awaiting just about everyone starting their morning’s commute. Clearing the ice can be a laborious process and it’s all too easy to scratch your windscreen in the process - but with the discounted Kärcher EDI 4 Limited Edition Electric Ice Scraper, all that fuss could be a thing of the past.

Promising to leave your windscreen “ice-free in just one stroke”, the EDI 4’s rotating disc features six sturdy plastic blades that will cut through even the most stubborn ice without complaint. The plastic has been specially-designed to prevent scratches, and the unit only needs light pressure to work effectively.

One full charge of battery will last for multiple clear-ups, and you’ll be warned ahead of it going flat by a blinking LED. The machine also comes with a car window cleaning kit, including an interchangeable lens, microfibre cloth, cleaning pad, and glass cleaner spray.

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Currently on offer for £43.38 for the full kit, or £40.92 for the device on its own, it’s saved many a morning already, and currently has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings on Amazon. “I own a taxi company and when I get to my vehicle first thing in the morning I don't have time to spend 10 minutes de-icing the screen if I wasn't expecting frost that morning," said one five-star review. “This de-icer just chews through the frost and clears my screen in under a minute. Invaluable kit for me.”

“The device is very practical and very helpful,” said another five-star review. “It removes icing from the windshield very quickly. The device is simply great and highly recommended.” Another simply said: “Easy to use. Wasn't sure if it would just be gimmicky, but it's actually really good.” A fourth added: "Removes ice instantly without freezing your hands."

Complaints have been levied at the European plug that comes as standard with Kärcher devices, and must be charged with a shaver plug or a UK plug adapter. “Bought it in the UK and was sent a European version,” said one review. “Cannot get the blasted thing to charge, used it once with remaining charge from new and it was great. If I could have a UK plug so we can charge it, it would be great.” Another asked: “What's the point of delivering items with a 2-pin plug to UK customers?”

Electric de-icers are quite a rarity, but you can expect decent results with this £3.49 CarPlan de-icer spray at Robert Dyas. If you’re in the need to replace a manual one, this ice scraper for £1.99 at ScrewFix is an absolute bargain.

With plenty of happy customers and the promise of stress-free starts to your commute — as far as icy windows are concerned, anyway — check out the Kärcher EDI 4 for £56.12.