- How is nugget ice different from regular ice?
- Nugget ice is soft, porous pellet ice that chews easily and absorbs drink flavor. It is the same style of ice chains like Sonic are known for, and it melts differently than hard cubes.
- Does it need a water line?
- No. It has a reservoir you fill by hand, so it only needs a counter spot and a standard 120V outlet.
- How much ice can it hold?
- The bin holds about 3 lbs. It makes up to 34 lbs a day, but you will need to move ice to a freezer for longer storage.
- How loud is it?
- Owners commonly describe it as loud for a countertop appliance, particularly while the auger is running. It is not a quiet background machine.
- How often does it need cleaning?
- GE recommends regular descaling and bin cleaning. Owners say skipping it affects ice taste and can shorten the machine's life.
- Is the Magnolia edition different from the standard Opal?
- Functionally it is the same Opal nugget ice maker. The difference is the stone ivory finish and Hearth & Hand with Magnolia styling.
- Where is the GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker Hearth & Hand with Magnolia cheapest?
- At Shipt, for $299.99, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker Hearth & Hand with Magnolia?
- Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 449 ratings.
- Where can I buy the GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker Hearth & Hand with Magnolia?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including Target, Shipt, DoorDash.
