Refurbished GE nugget ice maker nearly half off
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– Woot is selling a refurbished GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker for $264.99 through June 3rd, which is $184 off the full price and includes a 90-day warranty.
– The ice maker produces soft, chewable nugget ice that cools drinks quickly and doesn’t melt as fast as crushed ice.
– It can produce up to 38 pounds of nugget ice per day, does not require plumbing, and supports Wi-Fi for scheduling and voice control.
– Upgrades include a scale-inhibiting water filter, reusable air filter, built-in sanitizing alerts, a touch display, and a stainless steel scoop.
– New models are also on sale: $359 at Best Buy without a side tank, or $449 with a side tank at Amazon and Best Buy.
If staying cool and hydrated this summer is a priority, you’re in luck: Woot is currently offering a refurbished GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker for $264.99 through June 3rd. That’s a savings of $184 off the full retail price, and it comes with a 90-day warranty for peace of mind. If you’d rather buy new, the same model is available at Best Buy for $359.99 (a $90 discount), or for $449 with a side tank included at Amazon, Best Buy, or GE directly.
For those new to nugget ice, it’s the soft, chewable variety that chills beverages rapidly without melting as quickly as crushed ice. After testing it for a week, my colleague Jennifer Pattison Tuohy declared it her family’s “favorite kitchen gadget,” noting it improved drink flavors and even motivated her kids to drink more water. The countertop appliance is straightforward to operate, producing up to 38 pounds of nugget ice per day. Setup is hassle-free since no plumbing is required, and with built-in Wi-Fi, you can schedule ice production or control it via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
Though the machine demands regular maintenance, GE has introduced several upgrades to ease the process. These include a scale-inhibiting water filter, a reusable air filter, and built-in alerts that signal when it’s time to sanitize or descale. A touch display lets you check status and connect to Wi-Fi, while a stainless steel scoop and magnetic scoop holder add convenience. For a full breakdown, you can read our detailed review of the GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker.
(Source: The Verge)
