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GE Profile - Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker with Scale Inhibiting Filter - Stone White
Average customer rating
4
(35 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 35 reviews
5 Stars
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1 Star
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30%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for GE Profile - Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker with Scale Inhibiting Filter - Stone White
Customer Rating
5
Soft, chewy Sonic/chic fil a Ice right at home!
on June 15, 2024
Posted by: umreena1
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my new Ice maker! Its the Ice maker of the future. The set up was extremely easy and it comes with all the cleaning instructions necessary. I love the side tank option that makes a full batch without having to refill it. The machine is very quiet too. I tend to forget that i left it running. But thats where the SmartHQ app comes in. It allows you to set the schedule that works for you so u can have a fresh batch of ice ready for you before even waking up. The texture of the ice is perfect to enjoy with any drink, from plain water to coffee, to juices/cocktails or even the ones that enjoy chewing ice.
I also love that you can place the side tank on either side you want, same with the ice scoop since its magnetic.
I am still in the trial and error phase with this, ive noticed the ice doesnt prepare itself as fast as id like for it to be so i moved it to a little cooler area of the kitchen hopefully that fixes it.
I would recommend wiping it down and letting it air dry to reduce having to deep clean often.
Overall- would recommend!
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
5
Perfect! Must have !!!
on June 15, 2024
Posted by: tonyvo1112
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thank you to GE Profile™ and INFLUENSTER for providing me with the free GE Profile™ Opal™ 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker in exchange for my honest review.
I am extremely impressed with its performance and features. Sleek design, efficient performance, and smart connectivity, this ice maker is a standout addition to any modern kitchen or home bar.
The Opal 2.0 features a contemporary design with a polished stainless steel finish, making it an attractive appliance that complements any kitchen decor. The clear viewing window is a nice touch, allowing me to monitor the ice-making process. The unit is well-constructed and feels durable, indicating it will withstand regular use.
Performance-wise, the Opal 2.0 is impressive. It starts producing nugget ice in about 10 minutes, and it can make up to 38 pounds of ice per day, which is more than adequate for most households and small gatherings. The nugget ice it produces is soft, chewable, and perfect for a variety of beverages, making it ideal for cocktails, sodas, and more.
Ease of Use
Operating the Opal 2.0 is straightforward, thanks to its intuitive touch control panel. The controls are simple to navigate, making it easy to start or stop ice production as needed. The large ice bin holds up to 3 pounds of ice, reducing the frequency of emptying the bin.
Operating the Opal 2.0 is straightforward, thanks to its intuitive touch control panel. The controls are simple to navigate, making it easy to start or stop ice production as needed. The large ice bin holds up to 3 pounds of ice, reducing the frequency of emptying the bin.
Another plus point is the scale Inhibiting Filter feature water filter reduces the buildup of scale while removing bad flavors, chlorine and VOCs
SmartHQ App Integration
A significant advantage of the Opal 2.0 is its integration with the SmartHQ app. Here's a brief guide to connecting the ice maker to the app:
1. Download the SmartHQ app from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Open the app and create an account or log in if you already have one.
3. Add a new device and select the Opal 2.0 from the list of available appliances.
4. Ensure the ice maker is plugged in and within range of your Wi-Fi network.
5. Follow the in-app instructions to complete the setup and connect the ice maker to your Wi-Fi.
Once connected, the SmartHQ app provides several convenient features:
* Remote control of the ice maker, allowing you to start or stop ice production from anywhere.
* Notifications for when the ice bin is full or when the machine needs maintenance.
* Monitoring ice levels in real-time.
* Access to troubleshooting tips and customer support.
A significant advantage of the Opal 2.0 is its integration with the SmartHQ app. Here's a brief guide to connecting the ice maker to the app:
1. Download the SmartHQ app from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Open the app and create an account or log in if you already have one.
3. Add a new device and select the Opal 2.0 from the list of available appliances.
4. Ensure the ice maker is plugged in and within range of your Wi-Fi network.
5. Follow the in-app instructions to complete the setup and connect the ice maker to your Wi-Fi.
Once connected, the SmartHQ app provides several convenient features:
* Remote control of the ice maker, allowing you to start or stop ice production from anywhere.
* Notifications for when the ice bin is full or when the machine needs maintenance.
* Monitoring ice levels in real-time.
* Access to troubleshooting tips and customer support.
Maintenance
Maintaining the Opal 2.0 is relatively simple, thanks to its self-cleaning function. Regular cleaning is essential to ensure the machine continues to produce high-quality ice, and the removable water reservoir and ice bin make this process straightforward. The SmartHQ app also sends reminders for routine maintenance, ensuring the ice maker remains in optimal condition.
Maintaining the Opal 2.0 is relatively simple, thanks to its self-cleaning function. Regular cleaning is essential to ensure the machine continues to produce high-quality ice, and the removable water reservoir and ice bin make this process straightforward. The SmartHQ app also sends reminders for routine maintenance, ensuring the ice maker remains in optimal condition.
Conclusion
The GE Profile™ Opal™ 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker is an excellent choice for those who love nugget ice and want the convenience of having it at home. Its combination of efficient performance, stylish design, and smart connectivity through the SmartHQ app makes it a top-notch appliance. Despite a minor drawback as operational noise, the overall benefits and features of the Opal 2.0 make it a worthwhile investment for any ice lover.
The GE Profile™ Opal™ 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker is an excellent choice for those who love nugget ice and want the convenience of having it at home. Its combination of efficient performance, stylish design, and smart connectivity through the SmartHQ app makes it a top-notch appliance. Despite a minor drawback as operational noise, the overall benefits and features of the Opal 2.0 make it a worthwhile investment for any ice lover.
I have recommended it to friends, relatives, and neighbors, and they really like it and think it is perfect and impeccable.
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
5
Ice, Ice Baby! 🧊
on June 20, 2024
Posted by: sasha96
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Where to begin!? Initially, I was supposed to receive the GE Profile Opal 2.0 Nugget Ice Maker, which is an older model. However, I was fortunate enough to be gifted the new and improved model, the Opal 2.0 ULTRA, which was just released this year, courtesy of Influenster! Therefore, I am absolutely grateful because I have wanted an ice maker like this for quite some time.
My first impression: this machine is beautiful. The stainless steel exterior is definitely eye-catching. The setup was initially a bit difficult for me as I prefer watching videos to install most things, but I managed to figure it out. I found that you don't actually need to use the side tank if you don't require a large amount of ice.
The machine itself is not too loud, which is certainly a plus. At first, I felt that the machine was taking a bit long to make ice, but I soon learned that it makes 1.6 lbs of ice every hour and 38 lbs every day. The speed is actually pretty good for normal use. The ice is really nice, perfectly chewable, and amazing for iced coffee, cocktails, soft drinks—you name it!
I love the fact that the machine is Wi-Fi compatible. You can use the Smart HQ mobile application to schedule when you want the machine to make ice, and the application also informs you about things like when you need to change the water filter, whether the machine is on, when the light is on, etc.
All in all, the GE Profile Opal 2.0 ULTRA Nugget Ice Maker is phenomenal. I would highly recommend this investment to anyone looking to buy an ice maker!
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
4
My family LOVES IT
on June 20, 2024
Posted by: ninam132
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My family and I absolutely love this thing. I don’t like chewing on ice but my husband and kids do, and they love the ice this makes. It’s very quick, only a couple hours to fill completely. My husband has been sick and he’s been filling up his cup with ice over and over again and we still haven’t run out. It’s also convenient to fill the water tank, I really like that feature. My only complaints are that it’s pretty high maintenance. It needs to be sanitized at least once a week and descaled every few weeks. It’s not hard to do but it takes a little time which I don’t have much to spare. But on the other hand, I do like that it’s clean so the ice always tastes good. Makes me question the ice coming out of the refrigerator since I don’t even know HOW I would clean those lines. So it’s a blessing and a curse. The other complaint is that *to me* it’s kind of loud while it’s making ice. I’m really sensitive to noise though and easily overstimulated. It doesn’t bother my family at all. You can always have it only make ice at night or while you’re at work and avoid that problem altogether. All in all, I’m suuuuuuuuper happy with this little appliance.
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
5
Amazing
on June 24, 2024
Posted by: annak355
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Absolutely in love with my GE nugget ice maker! The sleek design and opal (white) color make it look so beautiful on my countertop. The setup was very simple and the ice maker is very easy and self explanatory to operate. It makes ice relatively fast and the nugget ice cubes are small and chewy, they’re absolutely perfect to use with all the drinks we make! The water tank is on the side and is relatively big, so the water doesn’t need constant refilling. To say I am obsessed is an understatement, we will be utilizing this ice makers daily, forget the ice from the fridge!
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
5
Works quickly
on June 25, 2024
Posted by: bradh19
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Super easy to clean. Seems to make ice fast. Should last a long time. Simple to use right of the box. My wife goes through a ton of ice and this keeps up with her.
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
5
Ice quality
on June 27, 2024
Posted by: briannar257
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very amazing machine! Love the ice quality and it’s the perfect texture to chew on! Makes ice very fast and is honestly not too loud at all I don’t hear it at night when sleeping. Love the little scoop it comes with too! Very easy set up
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
5
Overall fantastic ice maker!
on June 28, 2024
Posted by: adrias6
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love the GE Opal 2.0! It’s has a really sleek design and looks great on the counter top. The bin is the perfect size and I’ve loved the crunchiness of the opal ice.
I live in a hard water zone so I’ve been using distilled water to prevent build up- the care and maintenance is definitely a commitment, but really simple and overall quick, easy, and so worth it!
The appliance is also not quiet all the time, so you may need to be mindful of where you place it.
I do wish it was able to hold more water (it’s filled underneath the bin), so the side tank may be worth the investment depending on how much ice you go through.
Overall I’m so happy with this appliance and would absolutely recommend to other crunchy ice lovers!
I live in a hard water zone so I’ve been using distilled water to prevent build up- the care and maintenance is definitely a commitment, but really simple and overall quick, easy, and so worth it!
The appliance is also not quiet all the time, so you may need to be mindful of where you place it.
I do wish it was able to hold more water (it’s filled underneath the bin), so the side tank may be worth the investment depending on how much ice you go through.
Overall I’m so happy with this appliance and would absolutely recommend to other crunchy ice lovers!
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com