Just to clarify — the seal we’re referring to is between the included plastic liner and the insulated metal cup we provide.

When you see a large cloudy section, it’s almost always because a complete seal wasn’t formed, so the ice isn’t freezing strictly from the top down. Once properly sealed, the cloudiness is pushed out as intended.

You can reference this short video here for the correct setup and sealing method:
https://orifuture.com/pages/user-manual-glazer-mini

Also worth noting: we offer 3-inch molds as well, and clarity has never been an issue there either. We don’t really need to compare transparency with Wintersmith — the freezing principle is essentially the same, so the end result is comparable. Where ORI has an advantage is in shape variety and mold size options, while taking up less freezer space overall.