Compact Countertop Ice Makers Deliver Fast Nugget and Hard Crescent Ice for Home Use

GE introduced the $299 Profile Opal Mini Nugget Ice Maker, a countertop unit that produces its first batch of soft, chewable nugget ice in about five minutes and can fill two 40‑ounce Stanley cups. The machine is 30 % smaller than the original Opal model yet still outputs up to 36 lb of ice per day, making it suitable for small kitchens or personal use.

Euhomy’s Luna Pro Crescent Countertop Ice Maker targets users who prefer harder, slower‑melting ice. It creates up to 28 lb of dense crescent‑shaped ice daily, with the first batch ready in 7–15 minutes depending on thickness. The unit includes app‑based controls, a 2.2‑lb storage bin, and a compact footprint, offering an alternative to nugget‑ice makers for those seeking a different ice texture.