expiredRMcQ84 posted Oct 29, 2023 05:02 PM
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expiredRMcQ84 posted Oct 29, 2023 05:02 PM
Costco Members: GE Profile Opal 2.0 Nugget Ice Maker w/ Side Tank & 4 Additional Filters
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Pros and cons either way. Pros are that you could probably use it at parties and events instead of going out to buy ice, but minimal savings there versus just buying a couple extra bags. You would always have a way to make ice right at your fingertips, no more needing to remember to pick it up at CFA. If the machine lasts 2+ years (which it will since Costco warranty) then you'll save money in the long run.
Cons would be added expense for filters (whatever that is) and having the maintain the equipment and keep it clean, etc, versus just throwing out an empty bag from CFA when it's empty. Much higher upfront cost instead of paying $1.59 x however many bags you use, per week.
Tbh, for me it's probably closer to 3 years to break even, as I'd probably use only purified water in the machine, which is more expensive than tap. And with filters and everything on top of it, can't really decide if it's worth it.
Financial ROI isn't what you're looking for here, it's convenience. Yes, the machine requires maintenance, but you'll never have to go out and get ice (which itself has it's own costs, depending on whether you are already near/at a fast food restaurant to buy the ice or have to drive to get there).
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I find that if i have ice in my water, i drink a lot of it. The ice makers on fridges are crap these days and is genearlly the first thing to die.
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