Don't Look Now, This TikTok-Famous GE Profile Opal Ice Maker Is on *Major* Sale

If you consider yourself an ice connoisseur, you’re not alone. In fact, there’s a whole community on TikTok that stands by #TheGoodIce, referring to small, chewable nuggets of frozen water that absorb the flavors of your drink and somehow make whatever bev you’re sipping taste better. It’s the kind of ice you might find at a restaurant that plastic and silicone ice molds just can’t replicate. Luckily, the best machine to make these frozen gems—the GE Profile Opal ice maker—is discounted right now for an epic markdown. This ice maker comes in different variations, including the GE Profile Opal 2.0 Nugget Ice Maker with Side Tank (was $599, now $499), and the GE Profile Opal Ultra Nugget Ice Maker with Scale Inhibiting Filter (was $579, now $479).

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While this particular kind of ice has been around for a while, the reason it’s popping up everywhere is because people have realized that you can make nugget ice at home with the help of this wonder machine. So, what's the difference between the two models, beyond the $20 price difference?

Not only is this machine considered the most beloved ice maker on the market, but it’s also known amongst TikTokkers as one of the coolest gifts. I have to agree—did you see how drool-worthy Ice T’s iced tea looked?!

And remember how I said it makes your drinks taste better? It turns out that there’s a scientific reason behind that. According to the craft cocktail experts at A Bar Above, nugget ice is made from flaked ice that’s been compacted into nuggets, creating pellets containing a lot of air. The airy composition makes each pellet chewable yet crunchy (your teeth will thank you), plus allows your beverage to penetrate the ice.

Bottom line? These GE Profile Opal Nugget ice makers keeps ice lovers happy—and you can get it for a discount if you buy now if you buy now.