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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 3777 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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86%would recommend to a friend

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.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Setup including cleaning process was pretty simple and straight forward. Just be aware that the supply hose from the reservoir to the actual ice maker needs some space. The product delivers exactly what it promises. The only deduction is for the noise. While not “loud” it’s noticeable. If they can solve that, this will be a five star

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Pros and cons for sure

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the uce it IS the GOOD ice. Bit for 600.00 this thing should not leak water out of the drawer when you open it and the noise...oh no when it decrosts and screechea at you til you wanna leave the room!!!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fantastic ice maker. I personally have had no issues but we had one at work that broke pretty quickly due to the harder water line. If you have soft water though and refill the tank this thing is perfect. Thinking about getting a second for the other house its so good!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not Worth The Cost

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It makes ice very slowly, not enough to keep up with my family’s needs. The reservoir doesn’t work great even though I followed all instructions and set it up as directed. Also, it makes a TERRIBLE sound that is very loud. It’s so loud my dog barks at it angrily as if it’s the vacuum. The nugget ice is nice, and I like the UV cleaning button but it is no where worth the price. I had an ice machine prior to this that I got off Amazon for $100 and I would probably just buy that one again if I had the option. Due to the price I am now stuck with this one for a while.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GE Answers
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      Hello – Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We’re so sorry to hear that this Opal Ice Maker did not meet your expectations. This is certainly not the experience we expect or wish for our consumers to have, and we understand just how frustrating a situation like this can be! Because of this, we would like to apologize for any inconvenience or disappointment this unit has given you. Please know that we will be happy to share this feedback with our product team so that they can investigate this as well. Please know that should you ever need assistance; you can always reach out to us. Wishing you well – Matthew@GEA GE_Appliances

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    One less “Honey-Do” item

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We’ve had this unit for 2 years and it has paid for itself in spades. I used to have to run to the store and grab bags of ice for the wife and this has eliminated that. It it makes the “rabbit poop” ice everyone loves!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Yummy ice

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it makes just the right kind of ice you can chew. Takes filling the side water chambers a couple times then ice flows just like on the titanic well worth the price

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AMAZING!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this thing!! It is so low maintenance and the ice is amazing! 10/10 recommend. Our ice maker in our fridge stopped working and I haven't even noticed because all we use is the Opal!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GE Answers
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      Thank you for your review and being a valued GE Appliance customer! We are happy to hear you are pleased with the performance of your new Opal icemaker. We are sure you will continue to be impressed and it will come in handy for those hot summer days! GE_Appliances

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    MH

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This creates very nice ice. The cleaning process is definitely a project. I think if it was a closed system and had ice dispensing instead of everyone scooping it would be more hygienic.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GE Answers
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      Thanks for sharing your feedback. Your comments about the design are greatly appreciated as we always looking for ways to make things even better. Enjoy your ice!- Kianna@GEA GE_Appliances

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Home Bar

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    love the size, the quality and the convenience. perfect for our bar area

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Icemaker for life

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This ice machine have completely changed my life as an ice lover I had high expectations and it met all of them . It makes my drink cold delicious. ( Fast, cold, durable, quiet), the best icemaker machine that has ever!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This ice maker is the best! We absolutely love this machine! You never have to worry about running out of ice and you never have to worry about making ice yourself!!! This machine makes you want to have a drink with ice, it’s a total must have in your home! Throw away the ice trays!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GE Answers
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      Hello- Thank you for contacting us with your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you are loving your icemaker. Your review means a lot to us and we hope you continue to enjoy it for many, many years to come! If there is anything else, we can help with please let us know. Sincerely-Dianna@GEA GE_Appliances

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best buy always has great service

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product has worked well for me for the past 6 years would recommend getting the warranty. Best buy always treats the customers right I will only buy products from them!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    BEST ICE EVER

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Loved it until it was a few years old and started making loud noise. By I think as long as the warranty is purchased you’ll be ok. I can’t see myself NOT having this as a part of my kitchen

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GE Answers
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      Thanks for sharing your experience. We're sorry to hear of your troubles with noise. There are many normal sounds you may hear. Check out an article on our website called OPAL ICE MAKER - NORMAL SOUNDS to learn more. Your experience is important to us and we will use your feedback to improve. Let us know if we can help in the future. All the best.- Kianna@GEAppliances GE_Appliances

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Ice maker

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really easy to use and makes amazing ice. Better than the fast food ice nuggets we like so much.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love Nugget Ice

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you like the ice from Sonic then you will love this thing. Its used so much my only gripe is I wish the water container was a lot bigger. Yes its a little pricey but having non stop nugget ice day in and day out is nice. It produces enough ice to even keep up with get togethers as long as you keep the water container full.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Overall a Trusty Workhorse

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    While this countertop icemaker churns out excellent chewable ice nuggets and operates like a champ, its longevity leaves something to be desired. I'm on my third unit in just three years. To make matters more challenging, the warranty process was a hassle, with two replacement units arriving either damaged or unclean. It's evident the manufacturer has some kinks to iron out. Despite these hurdles, I still believe in the product. It's a trusty workhorse, but anticipate potential issues after a year of use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superb Ice

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This machine is waaay better than sonic ice or even hospital ice. I love the comfort of just being able to walk into my kitchen and scoop some ice into my yeti. Best investment ever and the wife is extremely pleased.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the price, really nice ice machine, no mess

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This ice maker is awesome. Makes great ice for my drinks, its fast, easy to use. I will never use the ice maker in the Refer again. Don't try to make extra an freeze it, turns into a solid block. Use one gallon bottled water, it tastes great. Love this machine.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Ice quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Almost good

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ice is great , simple to set up and use. Unfortunately it makes a loud noise after a few weeks of running it. Get the protection plan .

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GE Answers
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      Hello- We appreciate you taking the time to contact us with your feedback. We always strive to providing solutions as well as quality products for our customers. We will include here for your refrence normal sounds that would come from your icemaker on page 14 here-https://content.syndigo.com/asset/6156244d-7fe1-4d30-bf7b-ce7ecd405b25/original.pdf
      If you find that its not making a normal sound you can contact our support line here- 866-907-6718. Let us know if you need anything else. All the best! Dianna@GEA GE_Appliances

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Had to return after 4 months of use

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After wanting a nugget icemaker for years, I finally caved and bought this model thinking the high price would equate to great quality. Sadly that wasn’t so. When the new ice is fresh, it’s good. But the storage compartment isn’t insulated well enough to keep it in that shape for long. The ice melts together and becomes quite watery. I was willing to overlook this shortcoming until the noise started. After four months of using this icemaker it started making an excruciatingly loud noise. Completely unbearable, made me want to gouge my eardrums. Returned for a store credit.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend