Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- XPIO13BCBT
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- SKU:
- 6408650
Customer reviews
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 3777 reviews
(3,777 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.0
Rating 4.0 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.4
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers recognize the Opal 2.0 ice maker for its excellent ice quality and ease of use. The side tank and compact size are also appreciated features. However, some customers have concerns about the noise level, reliability, price, and cleaning process.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Makes Great Ice but its NOISY!!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First off this thing makes perfect pellet ice. I was a little worried that It wouldn't produce enough ice but it's been able to keep up with our daily ice needs. Also, I'm super happy cause I just saved myself $4,000.00 by not having to buy my wife a undercounted Scotsman pellet ice maker. However, this thing is very loud! Luckily I had a spot for it in my bar so it's tucked away from the main part of our house. If you plan on putting this in your kitchen THINK TWICE before buying this. MINUS 1 star for noise.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Crushed ice!!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it. Easy setup. Perfect crushed ice on demand
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Noise level
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Great ice, terrible machine.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good while it works. The machine developed an unberable grinding and whining noise. I purchased a protection plan for it, but Best buy is refusing to service it even with 2 year protection plan because the protection plan is only good for 1 year... apparently.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .We are sorry to hear you are experiencing trouble with your Opal Unit and would like to look into this for you. If you could please send us a PM/DM on any of our social media pages and please reference this review. Dianna@GE Profile
- Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ice eaters dream
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best investment ever so glad i purchased for myslef
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ice Machine
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great. It works nicely. I just keep having ice to drink. I recommended. Love the texture of the ice.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Noise level, Reliability
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Do not buy this. It will die within months.
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We purchased this machine August 5, 2023. We had to replace it in January 2024 under warranty for the horrific screeching noise. Now, August 28, 2024, it has gone out again with a different issue. Because it is out of warranty, it’s not replaceable. We used distilled water only, as well. Absolutely not worth the money. There are posts all over the internet about this. It’s great until it’s not. And it is a product that just does not last.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Thanks for sharing your concerns as they are valued and welcome as we continually strive to improve the products and services we offer. We do have a couple of tips to share. Even when using distilled water in your Opal, it is essential you follow the instructions in the online Owner's Manual to descale and sanitize the ice maker on a regular basis. We strongly encourage you to provide a minimum of 3" of air clearance on all sides as well as the back of the unit and to periodically, use a handheld vacuum or an attachment on your vacuum cleaner to clean the vents on the sides or back of the unit. We understand your disappointment and hope we have the chance to restore your faith in our brand.
- Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great ice machine
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This ice machine makes the most delicious ice cubes. It took a little tike to hook up to WiFi but I can now turn it on with my phone. Makes a great addition if your fridge ice machine is small and you have friends over for drinks. We put this is our bonus room for guests when we watch sporting events/movies.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome little ice maker
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had this ice maker for about 2 years now. Still works great. Everyone loves the pellet ice. It makes ice fairly quick. Just be sure to descale every once in a while and it’ll keep on going.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Stand alone ice maker
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Since my refrigerator with the ice maker has passed the point of no repair, the main refrig doesn’t make enough ice for the family. Never enough ice in my house, This one works great and have ice when I need it. It’ll eventually sit on my bar in my man cave after I replace the main refrigerator. I’d buy it again
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best little ice machine EVER!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best little ice machine EVER! Don’t let the price scare you. Even though it is pricey, it is well worth it! This thing makes ALOT of ice. Nice tiny nugget size ice. The kind you get a QT. It has a refillable water tank or you can connect the hose to your water line. So, what are you waiting for? Go get one!
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worth it!
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A bit pricey but glad I got it. Easy to setup and use. Had for 2 years and still going strong.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing! Makes fast and soft nugget ice! Only negative is that it does not have a hose refill feature. Gets annoying to have to refill the water dispenser all the time.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Hi there - Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you love your ice maker and that it's producing the fast and soft nugget ice you enjoy. Your point about the water refill feature is duly noted. If you ever have more comments or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please feel free to let us know. Enjoy your nugget ice! -Kacie@GEAppliances
- Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this ice machine!
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love this ice machine! Easy to set up, easy to use, and I love the little ice cubes! Wish it wouldn't recycle so often but it isn't too big of a deal.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
'Sonic" Ice
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This nugget ice maker is fantastic! It took a couple of days to get in the groove, but it makes great ice, lots of it, and is very quiet. I had a few questions about the instructions, and the company was very responsive to me to get them answered. I would recommend this machine to anyone!
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Ice maker.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Ice maker!! Keeps up with the demand of a 4 person family and then some. Ice is soft and crunchy. Great purchase.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .We're happy to know you're enjoying your Opal Icemaker. This is a wonderful unit that's been designed to bring "the good ice" into every home. We're confident this unit will continue to serve you and your family well. Thank you for choosing GE Appliances!
- Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love the pellet ice
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We love having pellet ice at home anytime we want it. Down side is the water quality in your area will dictate how much you need to flush it
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Good Ice
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The ice maker in our fridge went kaput. Instead of repairing that, we took this opportunity to invest in this nugget ice maker. It's fantastic. The ice is perfectly chewable and works great in water, iced coffee, and any other iced drink. This is definitely "the good ice".
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Noise level
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Ice ice baby
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice product a little nosier than expected when it is actively making ice. Otherwise we love it!!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice qualityCons mentioned:Noise level
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
If you will sleep close to this machine don't buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is the loudest kitchen appliance you will ever have. If wherever you are putting this in your house is close to your bed, don not buy it. It makes a loud circulating humming noise constantly and then you can hear the ice drop into the bin periodically. It will keep you awake at night. We purchased sound proofing, similar to what they use in music studios, to go in the area where we have our machine. It helps, but still really loud. We do like the ice it provides, but with the high price and the noise, we don't think it is worth it.
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ice quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Ice maker!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best countertop ice maker. It makes tremendous tasting ice and it makes it pretty quickly. About a pound an hour and the size and softness of the ice is just like you would get at a restaurant or gas station with nugget ice. My wife is going to end up needing dentures soon going through the amount she chews :)
This review is from GE Profile - Opal 2.0 38-lb. Portable Ice maker with Nugget Ice Production, Side Tank, and Built-in WiFi - Stainless Steel
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