Looks just as pictured works great! Received in perfect condition. Easy to set up and started making ice very fast after running the rinse cycle as recommended. I did purchase the filter and it was easy to install also. I have purchased a different ice maker in the past and it was ok I felt like I had to stay on top of it to have enough ice. This one was more expensive but you get what you pay for. I love the side tank and I always have ice ready to go. I am so glad I splurged on this one!

Makes the small, chewable ice as intended. Can be noisy when first filling up or defrosting but noise reduces as more ice is produced. Makes ice within 20 minutes as stated but takes approximately 30 for a full cup. Takes up a decent amount of counter space but not much more than a typical countertop toaster oven. The wifi capability makes scheduling easy. If you like the crunchy, “Sonic” ice, this machine does the job.

The output of this machine, nugget ice, is great and the whole family loves it…nobody is using our refrigerators ice anymore! The unit is a bit loud when running and the ice does melt consistently within the unit. Would appreciate more robust insulation, for both the noise and the ice itself (even if there is not a viewing window)…

I am more than pleased with this product. Was concerned about the price and the reviews that said they had issues. I carefully followed all the instructions for cleaning it before use and have had none of the problems other people reported. I am amazed at how much easier it is for my husband and I to get our daily water in. It is like it begs you to drink more. Other people have complained about the noise, but it doesn't make anymore noise than a refrigerator and if you happen to notice it making more ice then it is just an encouragement to top off your glass. You can never have too. Ice water or ice when you live in the desert.

I've watched this ice maker for years wanting to purchase but wouldn't because of the price. I finally decided to get it. It's defiantly not what I expected it would be. You have to clean it with bleach water once a week or your ice ends up tasting like metal and it's a time-consuming process to stop everyday life and clean it. Not to mention it's loud and the ice doesn't last long. Had I kept the box I would have returned it asap. For the price of it I would have expected to be satisfied and I'm not. Such a bummer. I'd dreamed of this ice maker for a couple years as mentioned above. I wish I'd never bit the bullet and bought it.

Absolutely loving our ice maker! Setup and cleaning takes a bit but once done you are making ice pretty quickly. Noise isn't as bad as we were expecting(complaints in other reviews) but the amount of heat it puts off is crazy. Definitely set it up in an area that it has space on the sides and back. Not sure if they are supposed to come with a water filter or not (ours didn't) but it works fine with out.

I was hesitant in purchasing because of some of the reviews, but decided to do so. I am glad I did. You won't run out of ice ever! The ice is smaller than the "good ice" but it is still like it. I have this machine on day and night (my daughter loves to eat ice). I like to have gatherings and it is perfect when making drinks. You have the option to purchase a filter for it. If you do, make sure that the filter is on correctly or the machine will not make ice. You will have to fidget with the filter until it starts to make the ice. There are also times when I refill the water tank and the "add water" lights up. I just open and close the ice drawer and it starts to make ice. It does make noise but it's not unbearable. I will definitely purchase again if anything happens to the one I have. It is a great investment.

We love SONIC ICE and moved to the land of no Sonic's 9 years ago. The OPAL is a dream come true. It produces the best ice and we are truly happy with it. We were nervous when we installed it because we could see water seeping into the ice catcher, but researched and found out that was normal. Also, on the day of installation it produced ice very slowly. Then it started getting faster and faster over time. We love it.

I grew up on Route64 big drinks from Sonic in East Texas. There aren't many Sonic's out in the country cornfields up where I moved to help my elderly momma. NOW I CAN HAVE THE NEXT BEST THING TO SONIC ICE!!! The GE Profile Opal Ice maker. It was easy to set up, works independently and self contained. It's an BEST ALL-AROUND MACHINE! It's helping make this house seem more like a home.

Love the convenience of having a tabletop ice maker, makes ice fast, just the right size, and the side reservoir minimizes having to refill. I did read some of the other reviews and am concerned about a screeching noise that other owners have posted, plus the defrost issue.