The GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ice Maker is designed to make that nugget-style ice, which is great for chilling drinks or even for a quick ice snack. It can produce quite a bit of ice—up to 38 pounds a day, roughly 1.6 pounds every hour—so it's a good fit whether you're just using it at home or having some friends over.
About the water, the manufacturer's description doesn't specifically say you need to use distilled water. However, using distilled water can be a smart move, particularly if you live in an area with hard water. Our research suggests that it might help reduce maintenance, make the machine run smoother, and extend its life by cutting down on scale buildup.
The ice maker gets going really quickly—about 10 minutes after you turn it on. Although at first, it might make smaller amounts of ice until it really gets going. It's nice that it's quieter compared to some older models, which is a nice bonus.
There's also this handy Wi-Fi feature, where you can connect it to the SmartHQ app. This lets you monitor and schedule things remotely, which some folks really appreciate.
But heads up, if you’re not super tech-savvy, you might find the app setup a bit tricky, as noted in our research.
Keeping the ice maker clean is key, especially if you have hard water. Regular cleaning prevents scale buildup and keeps everything working smoothly. Also, some people have mentioned an “Add Water” alert that can be a bit overly sensitive, even when there seems to be enough water in the reservoir. Staying on top of it with regular checks usually helps keep it running well.
So, if you're okay with doing some regular cleaning and like the idea of always having fresh ice on hand, the GE Profile Opal 2.0 might just be a great pick for you.
