GE Profile Opal Ultra, Countertop Nugget Ice Maker, 1 Gal XL Side Tank, *Amazon Exclusive*, 38 lbs/Day, Pebble Pellet Crushed Ice…
Best for
Best for fewer refills (XL tank)
Amazon rating
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Current price
$389.00
Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
Sources behind this verdict
10 reviewers weighted by source trust
The consensus
What reviewers found
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Across the reviewers we read, the GE Profile Opal Ultra distinguishes itself from the standard 2.0 mainly through its 1-gallon XL side tank, which owners value for going longer between refills, useful for heavy daily drinkers or small offices. It shares the same high-trust Best Buy verified-purchase enthusiasm for the nugget ice itself, which reviewers describe as soft, crunchy and restaurant-style, along with WiFi connectivity and the scale-inhibiting filter. The data here is thinner than the mainline Opal: a 4.0 Amazon average across just 37 ratings.
What reviewers liked
- 1-gallon XL side tank means fewer refills for heavy use
- High-trust retailer reviewers praise the same soft, restaurant-style nugget ice
- WiFi connectivity and scale-inhibiting filter included
Where it falls short
- Thin review base (only 37 Amazon ratings) limits confidence
- Inherits the Opal platform's community-documented reliability concerns
- Expensive at nearly $389 full retail
- Same tendency to run warm noted across Opal owner threads
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Across the reviewers we read, the GE Profile Opal Ultra distinguishes itself from the standard 2.0 mainly through its 1-gallon XL side tank, which owners value for going longer between refills, useful for heavy daily drinkers or small offices. It shares the same high-trust Best Buy verified-purchase enthusiasm for the nugget ice itself, which reviewers describe as soft, crunchy and restaurant-style, along with WiFi connectivity and the scale-inhibiting filter.
The data here is thinner than the mainline Opal: a 4.0 Amazon average across just 37 ratings. And because it sits on the same Opal platform, it carries the same community-flagged reliability narrative, the r/IceChewersAnonymous "third one" owners and the r/GEappliances thermal-loop complaints apply equally. A Tiki-community owner noted snagging an Ultra with side tank and anti-scaling filter on a Black Friday sale, underscoring that price swings widely and full retail near $389 is steep.
The consensus is a sensible variant for buyers specifically chasing the larger tank and longer runtime between refills, with the same caveat about long-term durability that shadows the entire Opal line.
- Legit Nugget Ice
- Opal nugget ice is the original soft chewable, crunchy nugget ice that can’t be imitated. Made from compacted ice flakes, it’s perfect for cocktails, iced coffee and smoothies. First batch in about 10 minutes.
- High-Capacity Ice For Families & Entertaining
- Makes up to 38 lbs. of nugget ice per day with a removable 3-lb. storage bin and produces 1.6 lbs. per hour. Great for home bars, parties, family gatherings and office breakrooms. Melted ice recirculates automatically.
- Expandable Water Capacity With Side Tank
- Included 1-gallon side tank helps reduce refills and can make up to 3x more ice than standard models. Detaches easily for filling and cleaning while letting you enjoy continuous ice production away from the sink- no water line required.
- Wifi Smart Control & Voice Commands
- Use the SmartHQ app to start or schedule ice production, get cleaning reminders and receive software updates. Works with Alexa and Google Home for hands-free control. LED display illuminates during use and dims when idle.
- Premium Design With Easy Maintenance
- Stainless steel finish delivers a sleek modern look that fits under most cabinets. Includes water filter (P4INKFILTR) and descaling powder (P4DNK6CLEAN) to help reduce scale and keep ice tasting fresh. Replacement filters and descaling kits sold separately. Reusable air filter helps block dust and debris.
I'm on my third one, 1st one lasted a year; 2nd one lasted 2 yrs and now this one is going on 4 but it's slowly dying and only makes ice when it ...
Wouldn't recommend the GE Opal. Had one before and had a lot of issues with it. I bought a Homelabs nugget ice maker from Amazon, and it's been ...
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