I've used the machine 3 times, and made two batches of ice cream and one sorbet. It is easy to use as it could be. I haven't been super aggressive about chilling my ice cream mixture before churning, and it still turns out perfectly. I'm careful not to exceed the recommended volume, and I've had no spill-overs. I did notice once when I hadn't been careful to dry condensation off the outside, that it did want to be frozen to the inner wall. Thankfully it wasn't much moisture and it came loose pretty easily. Texture of the ice cream is silky smooth. We are having lots of fun playing with new recipes, and NOT having to clean up a mess of salt water and multiple pieces. I love this machine.
I was hesitant to spend so much on an ice cream maker, especially since our family often restricts calories and would rarely bring ice cream into the house. I've come to appreciate this machine, because we can indulge in high quality ingredients and have small portions whenever we want a treat. We keep milk, heavy cream and good quality sugar in the house and we can create so many amazing flavors. We mix the ingredients and store in the fridge for a couple hours and this machine makes the most creamy, indulgent desserts. My family often comments that our homemade ice cream is better than anything we've ever had pre-made.
Really fun product! Easy to use, the ice cream/gelato maker really elevates our skill at making a “Wow” dessert as either a stand alone or accompaniment to a cake, pie or cobbler. And it’s just fun to play around with by trying new concoctions we find or make up!
It is unbelievably easy to make the best gelati and ice creams. This replaced our Cuisinart ice cream maker that uses a freezer bowl (that you have to pre-freeze). It was dependable but had its limitations. This compressor styler unit is a big upgrade. We especially like the gelato paddle - amazing results. The unit is bigger than I expected but I made space for it in a kitchen cabinet so it’s never far away.