GE Appliances Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker with Scale Inhibiting Filter Black
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3.9 out of 5 stars with 93 reviews
design: 1 out of 5
ease of use: 3 out of 5
easy to clean: 1 out of 5
quality: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
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4 out of 5 stars
23 March, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Opal ice machine
So far its ok. The ice doesnt seem as hard as the last one we had .. its more of a slushy consistency
4 out of 5 stars
21 March, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
New Features
This unit is my third GE countertop ice maker. The unit appears to have many upgrades. The scale inhibiting filter, air filter, and enhanced control panel. I use nothing but distilled water in my units and follow the cleaning instructions on a monthly basis. We will see if this unit makes it more than 18 months.
3 out of 5 stars
12 March, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
disappointed
The design and performance was really complete in the beginning. However, the lighted instructions on the front were always malfunctioning. (ex. when it says needs more water, the reserve tank was full. Then when says making ice was not. Says to sanitize when I sanitized a week before as the instructions said with new filter. The capacity and noise level was just fine for us.
1 reply from GE_Appliances team - 23 days ago
We'd like to help out with the indicators not going away. We recommend trying out an electronic reset, to help with the controls. This can be done by unplugging the power cord for 2-3 hours, then plugging it back in. You can also check out the following steps here: https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=000062435 for situations when the water well is full and not producing ice.
5 out of 5 stars
3 March, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Great chewable ice!
This is my second opal ice maker, the first one was destroyed along with my house by a tornado. I really love my opal ice maker! Makes the best chewable ice, better than Sonic's ice. I noticed my second unit has some improvements, glad to see them. The only negative I can say is if you don't have counter space to place it by a sink to drain it, be prepared to pick it up, it's a bit heavy.
5 out of 5 stars
23 February, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Great purchase from a solid company
Had some bad problems with the first one we got, but the warranty held up and GE took great care making things right.
1 out of 5 stars
21 February, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Terrible noise
Do not buy, makes terrible sounds. Support says it needs 8 inches or clearance all around including the top which means it won't fit on a counter or under the cabinets. They also said to remove the new filters it comes with. Terrible design.
1 reply from GE_Appliances team - 1 month ago
We would like to review your situation further and have sent you an email with additional information.
5 out of 5 stars
14 February, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Transformational!
I’m addicted to my ge nugget icemaker! Use it everyday and LOVE it. First saw at a friend’s home and immediately bought one for my place as soon as I came home. It’s wonderful—quiet, easy, delicious ice improves every beverage (including iced coffee!), great looking, A+ on all counts. Capacity is plentiful for small family or singles.
5 out of 5 stars
5 February, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Perfect!
Beautiful. Quiet. Great ice production. Easy to use.
2 out of 5 stars
27 January, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Instructions lacking
The instructions sucked. Had to google for videos.
1 reply from GE_Appliances team - 2 months ago
We appreciate your feedback. We are going to share your comments regarding the unit's instructions with our product team for review.
5 out of 5 stars
19 January, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Ice master
GE Opal produces delicious nugget ice faster than any other machine I’ve used. While it looks sleek on the counter and boasts an impressive storage capacity, that comes at the cost of a sizable portion of your countertop. You’ll definitely hear it working, but it makes more of a steady hum that is not at all distracting. If you’re looking for a premium machine that delivers the best ice and lots of it, this is your machine.
1 out of 5 stars
17 January, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Great ice but is it worth it?
Don't waste your money. Two of these units in approximately 18 months have failed! The first failed after only a few months and he replaced it with a new unit. About a year later that unit has failed. I love the ice this unit made but I am convinced there is a design flaw. Read the reviews! Not just the reviews made when new....read all of the reviews and you will see that these machines are prone to failure. GE needs to stand behind their product!
1 reply from GE_Appliances team - 3 months ago
We apologize that you’ve had issues with multiple units, and we’d like to look into your situation. If the Opal isn’t making ice, we recommend disconnecting the appliance from power for 3 to 4 hours before reconnecting, to reset it. We have additional tips about what to try at this link: https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=39628 We’ll also be emailing to discuss your situation further. Please respond at your earliest convenience, so we can assist with reaching a solution.
1 out of 5 stars
5 January, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Noise. Swealing
It almost lasted a week before the notorious squealing sound came. I will try to upload a video. They have it listed as “optional”. They have got to do a mass recall on these and fix the problem. Search YouTube for “ge ice noise”. You will be amazed. Sadly, it makes awesome ice. Now to get the noise fixed
1 reply from GE_Appliances team - 3 months ago
We’d like to assist with this issue you’re having with sound. We have information about sounds you may hear in this article: https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=35276 We recommend disconnecting the Opal from power for three to four hours before reconnecting, to reset it. We also recommend going through the full cleaning procedure, which is discussed starting on page 7 of the manual; that’s linked here: https://products-salsify.geappliances.com/image/upload/s--ICQ21ZKI--/dc06c26a71060819d54b8d9bf6c53eb64be9dce9.pdf We’ll be reaching out over email to discuss this situation with you further. Please respond at your earliest convenience, so we can assist with a solution.
5 out of 5 stars
4 January, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Beautiful
Absolutely beautiful appliance. I love the new subtle features of the 2.0 and it makes ice super quick. We get so many positive comments on it from house guests
3 out of 5 stars
3 January, 2026
originally posted on geappliances.com
Good machine but buy distilled water or it won't l
This is my 3rd opal, the first one worked great loved it, fast ice, perfect size..but they only last so long..My 2nd one i got in 10/25). 2 weeks in it wouldn't stop flashing clean, i did both cleanings and nothing, i called we tried a couple things. No luck they sent me a new one, 2 weeks in same thing, i called and Finally she told me to take the filter out and I was using the blue one, the better one... its not better. She said its probably all clogged up it happens. In 2 weeks!! she told me to only use distilled water in it, I have white filters left over from my last opal but she told me just to use the screen and distilled water....so I filled the side tank and no filter, it works but I think im going to use up my white filters and see what happens. Also the light inside will not work? 2 weeks!! Not happy. I know its just a light bulb but I paid good money for it to work and not break in 2 weeks..So distilled water is the way to go.. The only way to go..If you are not going to use distilled water dont bother it will not last..I still enjoy my ice but its a continuous money trap of distilled water I gotta lug in the house all the time...and im not happy about the light! I used that for a night light... so I wanna give it a 5 but I just can't...
1 reply from GE_Appliances team - 3 months ago
We'd like to assist with your Opal ice maker's light not working. We recommend you reset your Opal ice maker by unplugging it for 2 minutes. We will be reaching out to you via email to gather additional information. Please respond to the email at your earliest convenience.
5 out of 5 stars
29 December, 2025
originally posted on geappliances.com
Restaurant Quality Ice Nuggets at Home!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use this all the time. No crazy cracked up, cumbersome ice trays or nasty store ice bags. No more dirty hands touching my ice. I get restaurant quality ice when I want and need it. The ice from this machine makes my dr8nks extra refreshed. Thank you GE for this awesome nugget ice maker.
5 out of 5 stars
28 December, 2025
originally posted on geappliances.com
Excited to start using this ice maker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was gifted this ice maker by my son and daughter-in-law for Christmas.I have only just started using it but I love it the ice is high quality, the machine looks like it's well made and there's not very much noiseand it looks like there should be plenty of ice. I am excited to continue using this ice maker this Summer that should be the real test!
5 out of 5 stars
24 December, 2025
originally posted on geappliances.com
This is the ice machine y yo u want!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is THE ice machine that will give you that small, crunchy, SONIC restaurant type of ice! Better than the ice they give you in the hospital! This is the machine you want!
2 out of 5 stars
17 December, 2025
originally posted on geappliances.com
Great ice but too squeaky
Love the ice, hate the noise. This is a great product except that despite sanitizing and descaling, this device makes squeaking noises. Even got a replacement through warranty and same issue started again within 2 weeks. I guess it’s a design flaw.
1 reply from GE_Appliances team - 4 months ago
We would like to assist and gather some more information. A member of our team will be reaching out to you via email. Please respond at your earliest convenience. We would like to help. When the Opal unit is in need of defrosting, it will start to squeak as ice starts to build up around the mechanisms. The defrost cycle is automatic and will take 10 to 45 minutes. We recommend reviewing the article from our website below to help with this. https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=39627
5 out of 5 stars
11 December, 2025
originally posted on geappliances.com
In heaven!
I bought this icemaker after one year of frustration with the cheap one I had previously. I cannot even begin to say how grateful I am. Easy to install and run. Super quiet. Generates amazing ice. And somehow the ice doesn’t seem to melt as fast in the container, so the compressor goes on far less often than my old one. I’m in heaven!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
9 December, 2025Verified purchase
Loud screeching noises.
Wow. Couple days in and already getting the screeching loud noises that wont stop until you unplug. This is absolutely unacceptable for such an expensive item. Love the ice but definitely disappointed.
1 reply from GE Answers team - 4 months ago
We'd like to help out with the sound you are hearing from your Opal. 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.