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See our ethics statement.GE’s nugget ice maker is simple to set up. Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The VergeSheena VasaniCloseSheena VasaniPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Sheena Vasani writes about tech news, reviews gadgets, and helps readers save money by highlighting deals and product recommendations for The Verge.If you’re looking for ways to make staying cool and hydrated easier this summer, Woot is currently selling a refurbished GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker for $264.99 through June 3rd. That’s $184 less than buying new at its full price, and comes with a 90-day warranty. If you want a brand new model, it’s also on sale for $359 ($90) at Best Buy, or $449 ($50 off) with a side tank included (Amazon, Best Buy, GE).GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ultra$265$44941% off$265$449 at Amazon (with side tank)$265 at Woot (Refurbished)$360 at Best BuyIf you’re unfamiliar with nugget ice, it’s the soft, chewable ice that cools drinks quickly and doesn’t melt as fast as crushed ice. In the week she spent testing it, my colleague Jennifer Pattison Tuohy said the countertop appliance quickly became her family’s “favorite kitchen gadget,” making drinks taste better and even encouraging her kids to stay hydrated. It’s simple to use and makes ice quickly, churning out up to 38 pounds of chewable nugget ice per day. Setup is relatively simple, too, as it doesn’t require plumbing. The machine also supports Wi-Fi, allowing you to schedule ice production or control it with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.RelatedThe best Memorial Day sales you can still shopDyson’s handheld fan is more powerful and louder than I expectedWhile the ice maker does require a lot of maintenance, GE also added some upgrades aimed at making it slightly easier, including a scale-inhibiting water filter, a reusable air filter, and built-in alerts that let you know when it’s time to sanitize or descale. There’s also a touch display for checking status and connecting to Wi-Fi, along with a stainless steel scoop and a magnetic scoop holder.Read our GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker review.Verge ShoppingSign up to get the best deals on products we’ve found and tested sent to your inbox.Email (required)Sign UpBy submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. 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GE’s nugget ice maker is currently offered at a significant discount if purchased refurbished, with options available through retailers like Woot. This appliance is designed to produce up to thirty-eight pounds of chewable ice daily and features voice control for operation. The product is noted for its simplicity in setup, as it does not require plumbing, making installation straightforward. The material itself is soft and chewable, designed to rapidly cool beverages while minimizing melting, contrasting with traditional crushed ice. Testing of the appliance by contributors indicated that it became a highly favored kitchen gadget, contributing to better drink quality and increased hydration for families.

The device incorporates several upgrades intended to enhance functionality and maintenance. These enhancements include a scale-inhibiting water filter and a reusable air filter. The unit also features built-in alerts to signal the need for sanitization or descaling, alongside a touch display for monitoring status and Wi-Fi connectivity. Further practical additions are the inclusion of a stainless steel scoop and a magnetic scoop holder. The availability of the item varies by condition and retailer; for example, a refurbished model is currently available at a reduced price with a ninety-day warranty, while new models are listed at various retailers, such as Best Buy and Amazon.