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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 708 reviews

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    Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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79%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers often highlight the Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker's excellent ice quality and overall performance, along with its ease of use and generous capacity. The sleek design and convenient size are also appreciated by some users. However, some customers have noted concerns about the noise level and maintenance requirements, while a few have experienced issues with the water tank recognition.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Ice quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must buy

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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 ice fast and its super easy to clean.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great ice—hope it lasts.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Makes great ice but is noisier than prior gen and the omnipresent filter light is annoying. I hope it’s more durable than its predecessor

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GE Answers
      Posted .

      We are happy that this Opal icemaker is making delicious crunchy nugget ice. Our products are designed and tested for durability and built to last. We are confident that this icemaker will serve you well for many years to come. GE_Appliances

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ice quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sonic ice

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

    Works great! Absolutely love the soft sonic ice that it makes! Easy set up.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    The way to go for pelletized ice

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

    If you like to crunch on ice then this is the way to go. It also does a good job of thoroughly cooling down your choice of drink. The ice maker is not the quietest, if you are within 15 - 20 feet you can hear it above normal ambient sound level. The cooling fan is the main culprit of the sound. Sanitizing the unit is a bit of a pain.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Ice machine

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

    I had the older model and it lasted a little over a year. Luckily I got the extended warranty and was able to exchange for this version. Overall this one is quieter than and the added filter is nice. In hindsight, I probably didn't need the ultra version since we use filtered water and had no issues with scaling previously. The opal ice is great, much better than your standard refrigerator ice, and this machine kept up to the summer ice demands of a family of 5.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great ice maker!

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After a couple of months the ice maker started making a squealing noise. Other people in reviews have mentioned this as well. We descaled the unit and the noise went away. It works great and I’m extremely happy with the purchase. Just understand ahead of time that you will have to clean it every couple of months.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best icemaker ever

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is the best item I’ve ever bought. I really have enjoyed it and still enjoying it. I loved crushed ice. I’ve been wanting one for a long, long time. Thank you very much for having me.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    An excellent nugget ice machine!

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

    I purchased this to replace an Opal 2.0 that lasted for 5 years. This replacement, while seemingly expensive is actually a great value and an excellent upgrade! First the little things, a magnetic scoop holder, no more misplaced scoop! The scoop is now stainless steel as opposed to plastic, a plus in my opinion. For the major upgrades - the machine is extremely quiet; I often find myself checking on it to see if it is working or not (much quieter than my last one)! I have not tried out the Wi-Fi function yet (I didn't really use it on the last one). The ice quality is excellent, giving you the delightful chewy nuggets that you are looking for. It also has redesigned filters, an additional air filter, and additional features for sanitizing and descaling and reminders for each!! Overall, I would say this is a great upgrade that I am very pleased with and if you are in the market for a nugget ice maker, you can't go wrong with this one!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Counter Top 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.

    When it comes to counter top ice makers, you can't go wrong with an Opal. This is our second one and it works great. With the ultra, it makes cleaning and upkeep easy. There are so many features that helps maintain the machine, like an air filter, cleaning schedules, and descaling cleaning options. I will continue to buy this machine over and over agin.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not bad.

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I mean, there's so much I can say about this item; I love and hate it at the same time. The cleaning of this item is relatively easy, but warnings come up after a few days of use. The side tank is amazing, but sometimes the machine doesn't read the water. But on the plus side, the ice is amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GE Answers
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      We'd like to assist with the operation of your Opal. We'd like to provide some steps on cleaning the sensors and water flow from the side tank. Check that the hoses are connected properly and make sure they are lying flat. Lift the tank from the Ice Maker and raise it 4 to 5 inches until water starts to flow; then, place the tank back in position.

      For tips on cleaning the sensors, see here:
      https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=39619

      If the issue persists, please send us a private message via Facebook, Instagram, X, or TikTok with your contact information, complete model/serial numbers, and a copy of this review. GE_Appliances

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    4/5 Stars

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

    Bought brand new but had some marks on the top. Other than that all the parts were there, and it works great.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome machine!

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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 works great. It makes your first batch of ice within about 10 minutes and makes almost 40lbs per day. I bought this because I had shoulder surgery and the small ice is ideal for making ice packs that conform to your body. The cubes that my fridge makes are regular size and don't conform to your body as well. The downside of the ice machine is that it's rather expensive and the amount of cleaning that needs to be done prior to having edible ice is kind of a pain. Overall the price and cleaning aren't that big of a deal to ensure that you have clean ice! I definitely recommend this machine!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great chewable Ice!

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

    Keeping the machine clean is kind of a pain, but the results is well worth it for the health of the family. We all love the ice, and it makes lots of it!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ice machine

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

    Made great ice, one of the best I’ve seen lately. Great machine.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sonic ICE!!

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

    Love this ice machine. Makes the best ice. Only down side is it is a little noisy, not enough to bother me though

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Crunchy ice all the time.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great ice any time you want it. This machine gets the family to drink more water due to the soft crunchy ice. Nice color and storage for the scoop. Reservoir helps with low upkeep.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it!!

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Makes great ice super fast. The worst part about these units is the maintenance and keeping it clean, but man when you have large parties or specialty drinks there is nothing better. Our house fridge has super small ice bin, so we end up using this everyday more than most I am sure. Everyone wants one, but nto all can find it at the price we did.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good ice maker

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

    This version is very good. Nice crunchy ice hold a lot water no need to refill that often

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works as expected. Makes ice quickly. If you are going to use distilled water you need 3 gallons between the initial cleaning/flush and then making ice.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GE Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker with Side Tank

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

    Im very happy that i bought this Nugget Ice Machine. It makes the small nuggets like Sonic has. Its very easy to use. This is the best one that i have ever bought. I highly recommend this one. I use it everyday and the ice stays in it. You never have to empty. Just fill up the water tank.

    I would recommend this to a friend