I wasn't sure the size of the cubes were ideal until I started using the machine. They are small consistent with the size your get at fast food restaurants. However they chill your drink evenly and are crunchable. If you like crushed ice without having to crush large cubes this device is for you. What I really like is you can make filter water ice cubes at home and the taste of the cubes are not compromised by sitting in the freezer %26 developing that freezer taste. Your drinks can be pure tasting. It takes a while to produce the ice but other than filling the reservoir it's totally automatic.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using this countertop ice maker with a side tank for a few weeks now, and it’s been a total game-changer in my kitchen. Setup was quick, and it started producing ice in under 10 minutes. The side tank is a great feature—it holds extra water, so I don’t have to refill it constantly. It makes a good amount of ice per cycle, and the bullet-shaped cubes are perfect for drinks.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using this ice maker for a while now and it’s honestly great. The nugget ice is super soft and chewable—kind of like the ice you get at Sonic. It makes drinks way more fun, whether it’s iced coffee or just plain water. It starts making ice pretty fast, and the side tank is helpful so you’re not refilling water all the time. It does take up a bit of counter space, but it looks sleek and doesn’t feel bulky. It makes a little noise while running, but nothing too loud. You do need to clean it regularly, but it’s not hard—just takes a little time. If you love nugget ice, this is totally worth it. I use it every day and don’t see myself going back.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using the GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker for a few weeks now, and it’s been a total game-changer! The ice is perfectly crunchy, similar to what you get at fancy restaurants. It’s easy to use and refills fast thanks to the side tank. The build is sturdy and sleek, adding a touch of luxury to my kitchen. However, it’s a bit noisy during the ice-making process, and you need to stay on top of cleaning to keep it running smoothly. Overall, I’m thrilled with the ice quality and love how it elevates drinks and snacks at home!

Having owned an earlier version of this machine, I'm pleased to say that it keeps getting better...and it was already fantastic in earlier versions. The capacity has been expanded, the texture of the ice is "chewy ice" with the perfect density. For people with sensitive teeth who still like to chew ice, this ice maker is ideal. We use water from our water machine, making maintenance very easy as no build-up of minerals happens. We have found the size of the machine perfect for our beverage station and even when it is in production, it produces a LOT of ice without making noise to distract or interrupt conversations, reading, etc. We don't even notice it's there until we want amazing ice. This is not one of the cheap versions of an ice machine that only lasts a summer. It is a high-end appliance that elevates special cocktails, sodas, and even plain water. My primary motivation for always having this ice maker is that it helps me drink all of my daily water goal.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Absolutely gorgeous addition to my kitchen! It's already summer where I live, and we love cold drinks and hosting parties. The ice I had before was always kind of poor quality, but this machine is a game changer for our family! It makes beautiful nugget ice—perfectly shaped and so easy to use. The machine itself is surprisingly compact. I was worried it might take up too much space on the counter, but it's designed so thoughtfully and fits beautifully. The opal color is stunning—sleek, modern, and just makes the whole kitchen look more upscale. Honestly, the last picture I posted says it all. This is an absolute must-have for summer drinks, everyday hydration, and entertaining guests. The quality is top-notch—it runs quietly, works efficiently, and feels built to last. It’s not the cheapest option, but truly worth every penny. We use it every day and couldn’t be happier!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Easy setup, quiet, large water capacity. Fantastic so far. I have a piece of crap Samsung refrigerator with an ice maker in the fridge. Nevertheless it hasn’t worked right ever and quit shortly after warranty expired. Fast forward to the last seven years of countertop ice makers. I have been through so many I lost count. Finally decided to get a nugget ice maker. We tried a few of those and they failed miserably. Loud and ice output was low. Was about to give up and found this Opal 2.0XL on sale and bit the bullet. Love the extra large side tank and it was easy to set up and hook up to Wi-Fi to see current status and set a schedule. I thought the schedule was kind of pointless but I can set it to make fresh ice a few hours before we wake up and instead of having slushy half melted ice from sitting all night we have fresh chewy ice! It actually makes a difference. So far this ice maker is far superior to all the others I have owned.

HI, I wish I could say no stars, but this is a lot of money for a product that lasted 1 year and 3 months. Cleaned and scaled every 10days . No warranty. Please please don't buy this. I have been on hold for a total of 9 hr the last 2 days for support and still haven't gotten through.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Wow, what a great ice maker! The nugget oval shaped ice is my favorite type of ice to use for drinks and this ice maker that is truly beautifully designed and blends in seamlessly with my kitchen. It enhances my kitchen counter and makes me somewhat proud to have around. I love how it’s not overly bulky and is a truly compact design. It just looks so elegant in my house and I can’t stop staring at it!! I genuinely think that GE has outdone themselves with this product. I’ve been using it for my iced coffee and drinks and my dogs love to chew ice and the nugget shape makes it easy for them to play around with, so it earns some thumbs up (paws up) from them! A really interesting feature is that apparently there’s built-in WiFi with the SmartHQ app to monitor device status and schedule fresh ice. It also comes software updates that include the access voice control through Alexa and Google, which is very impressive for an ice maker. I expect these kinds of features from a laptop, not my ice maker, so this is a definite nice surprise. It also comes with a side tank which was another added bonus, and makes it easier to get ice faster and more efficiently. The only thing that I’d callout is that the packaging says that it only takes 10 minutes to make fresh made ice, but their instructional video online says it takes about 20 minutes. I would agree with the video; upon initial installment it took closer to 20 minutes, but maybe after using it longer the machine will adapt and speed up to 10 minutes! This will be perfect for keeping the drinks chilled for summer barbecues. Overall, I’d give this a 9.4/10 as it’s a phenomenal ice maker; highly recommend people to try it out.

I was so happy to get my FIRST! Machine. It worked a while and I loved it. When it stopped no one could fix it. So I ordered another one! I knew it was going to be okay. But it lasted less time than the first one. I tried everything they recommended and finally had to give up hope. It still sits in my kitchen. I have a lot of money invested in 2 machines. I finally found another brand that is working great! Sorry about bad news. I so wanted to have the Opal. So I am sorry to say it is a waste of money.