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Which ice cream maker should you actually buy?

With no preferences selected: Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Compressor comes first in this spec comparison.

Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Compressor · first with an Amazon link

  • 184.3 sq in footprint.
  • 30 lb weight.

Before ordering: For your setup, check included containers: 1 containers.

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If you choose Over 1.5 qt for capacity, the first option with an Amazon link becomes Whynter Automatic Ice Cream Maker Stainless Steel.

20 ice cream makers compared; 8 have a verified Amazon link.

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Five options for different needs

Each option suits a different need. Bigger is useful only if it suits your setup.

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Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Compressor

#1 of 20 in the spec comparison. 184.3 sq in footprint · 17th lowest of 20 models; 30 lb weight · 18th lowest of 19 models.

Why consider it

  • 184.3 sq in footprint.
  • 30 lb weight.

Before you choose

For your setup, check included containers: 1 containers.

Buy it ifYou want 184.3 sq in footprint.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for included containers; this model has 1 containers.
Capacity Qt: 1.5 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours
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Capacity Qt1.5 qt
CompressorIncluded
Pre Freeze Hours0 hours
Program Count12 programs
Process Time Min50 min
Footprint184.3 sq in
Included Containers1 containers
Weight30 lb
Keep CoolIncluded

9 of 9 specs available · specs checked July 8, 2026 · Source ↗
Amazon listing verified September 4, 2026

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For Over 1.5 qt capacity

Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2 Quart Frozen Yogurt

#3 of 20 in the spec comparison. 2 qt capacity · joint 6th highest of 20 models; 66 sq in footprint · 2nd lowest of 20 models.

Why consider it

  • 2 qt capacity.
  • 66 sq in footprint.

Before you choose

Program count is unknown; confirm it before ordering.

Buy it ifYou want 2 qt capacity.
Skip it ifYou need compressor; this model does not include it.
Capacity Qt: 2 qtCompressor: Not includedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours
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Capacity Qt2 qt
CompressorNot included
Pre Freeze Hours0 hours
Program CountNot listed
Process Time Min25 min
Footprint66 sq in
Included ContainersNot listed
Weight13.5 lb
Keep CoolNot listed

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Ninja NC501

#9 of 20 in the spec comparison. compressor: not included · 13 of 20 models have this; 24 hours pre freeze · joint 16th lowest of 18 models.

Why consider it

  • 24 hours pre freeze.
  • 11 programs program count.

Before you choose

You need compressor; this model does not include it.

Buy it ifYou want compressor is not included.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for pre freeze; this model has 24 hours.
Capacity Qt: 0.75 qtCompressor: Not includedPre Freeze Hours: 24 hours
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Capacity Qt0.75 qt
CompressorNot included
Pre Freeze Hours24 hours
Program Count11 programs
Process Time Min3 min
Footprint101.1 sq in
Included Containers2 containers
Weight14.4 lb
Keep CoolNot included

9 of 9 specs available · specs checked July 8, 2026 · Source ↗

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Also compare · Whynter Automatic Ice Cream Maker with Compressor

Whynter Automatic Ice Cream Maker with Compressor

#2 of 20 in the spec comparison. compressor: included · 7 of 20 models have this; 60 min process time · joint 16th lowest of 19 models.

Why consider it

  • Compressor: included; choose it if you require that feature.
  • 60 min process time.

Before you choose

Program count is unknown; confirm it before ordering.

Buy it ifYou want compressor is included.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for process time; this model has 60 min.
Capacity Qt: 1.28 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours
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Capacity Qt1.28 qt
CompressorIncluded
Pre Freeze Hours0 hours
Program CountNot listed
Process Time Min60 min
Footprint105.84 sq in
Included ContainersNot listed
Weight19.9 lb
Keep CoolNot listed

6 of 9 specs available · specs checked July 8, 2026 · Source ↗
Amazon listing verified September 4, 2026

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Also compare · Nostalgia 6-Quart Electric Ice Cream Maker

Nostalgia 6-Quart Electric Ice Cream Maker

#4 of 20 in the spec comparison. compressor: not included · 13 of 20 models have this; 6 qt capacity · highest of 20 models.

Why consider it

  • 6 qt capacity.
  • 12 lb weight.

Before you choose

You need compressor; this model does not include it.

Buy it ifYou want compressor is not included.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for footprint; this model has 196 sq in.
Capacity Qt: 6 qtCompressor: Not includedPre Freeze Hours: Not listed
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Capacity Qt6 qt
CompressorNot included
Pre Freeze HoursNot listed
Program CountNot listed
Process Time MinNot listed
Footprint196 sq in
Included ContainersNot listed
Weight12 lb
Keep CoolNot listed

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SpecBreville Smart Scoop Ice Cream CompressorNo preferences selected.Ninja NC501No preferences selected.
Capacity Qt1.5 qt0.75 qt
CompressorIncludedNot included
Pre Freeze Hours0 hours24 hours
Program Count12 programs11 programs
Process Time Min50 min3 min
Footprint184.3 sq in101.1 sq in
Included Containers1 containers2 containers
Weight30 lb14.4 lb
Keep CoolIncludedNot included

Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Compressor

No preferences selected.

Capacity Qt
1.5 qt
Compressor
Included
Pre Freeze Hours
0 hours
Program Count
12 programs
Process Time Min
50 min
Footprint
184.3 sq in
Included Containers
1 containers
Weight
30 lb
Keep Cool
Included

Ninja NC501

No preferences selected.

Capacity Qt
0.75 qt
Compressor
Not included
Pre Freeze Hours
24 hours
Program Count
11 programs
Process Time Min
3 min
Footprint
101.1 sq in
Included Containers
2 containers
Weight
14.4 lb
Keep Cool
Not included

Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Compressor

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Ninja NC501

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All models and their decision specs
#ProductWhy it’s hereDecision specsCompareAction
1Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Compressor0.22 qt more capacity · 10 min less process time vs #2.Capacity Qt: 1.5 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hoursCheck current price on Amazon →
2Whynter Automatic Ice Cream Maker with Compressor#2 of 20 in the spec comparison. compressor: included · 7 of 20 models have this; 60 min process time · joint 16th lowest of 19 models.Capacity Qt: 1.28 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hoursCheck current price on Amazon →
3Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2 Quart Frozen Yogurt130 sq in less footprint vs #4.Capacity Qt: 2 qtCompressor: Not includedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours—
4Nostalgia 6-Quart Electric Ice Cream Maker3.9 qt more capacity · 12.25 lb less weight vs #5.Capacity Qt: 6 qtCompressor: Not includedPre Freeze Hours: Not listed—
5Whynter Upright Automatic Ice Cream Maker0.6 qt more capacity · 71.8 sq in less footprint vs #6.Capacity Qt: 2.1 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours—
6Cuisinart Compressor Ice Cream and Gelato Maker#6 of 20 in the spec comparison. compressor: included · 7 of 20 models have this; 40 min process time · joint 13th lowest of 19 models.Capacity Qt: 1.5 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours—
7Cuisinart Gelateria Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream Gelato0.5 qt more capacity · 10 min less process time vs #8.Capacity Qt: 2 qtCompressor: Not includedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours—
#1 Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Compressor
0.22 qt more capacity · 10 min less process time vs #2.
Capacity Qt: 1.5 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours
Check current price on Amazon →
#2 Whynter Automatic Ice Cream Maker with Compressor
#2 of 20 in the spec comparison. compressor: included · 7 of 20 models have this; 60 min process time · joint 16th lowest of 19 models.
Capacity Qt: 1.28 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours
Check current price on Amazon →
#3 Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2 Quart Frozen Yogurt
130 sq in less footprint vs #4.
Capacity Qt: 2 qtCompressor: Not includedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours
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#4 Nostalgia 6-Quart Electric Ice Cream Maker
3.9 qt more capacity · 12.25 lb less weight vs #5.
Capacity Qt: 6 qtCompressor: Not includedPre Freeze Hours: Not listed
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#5 Whynter Upright Automatic Ice Cream Maker
0.6 qt more capacity · 71.8 sq in less footprint vs #6.
Capacity Qt: 2.1 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours
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#6 Cuisinart Compressor Ice Cream and Gelato Maker
#6 of 20 in the spec comparison. compressor: included · 7 of 20 models have this; 40 min process time · joint 13th lowest of 19 models.
Capacity Qt: 1.5 qtCompressor: IncludedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours
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#7 Cuisinart Gelateria Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream Gelato
0.5 qt more capacity · 10 min less process time vs #8.
Capacity Qt: 2 qtCompressor: Not includedPre Freeze Hours: 0 hours
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How we rank and where the facts come from

We compare published specifications, not hands-on experience. Requirements filter the set; the sealed published order is unchanged. The index uses fixed weights and gives missing specs a midpoint. That is an assumption, not evidence of fit or quality. Unknown details cannot qualify a match.

What changed: specs in this snapshot were checked July 8, 2026; listing identities were checked separately through September 4, 2026. This package includes no prior spec revision; changes to individual values cannot be established.

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Weights: Capacity Qt 18% · Compressor 18% · Pre Freeze Hours 14% · Program Count 14% · Process Time Min 10% · Footprint 8% · Included Containers 7% · Weight 6% · Keep Cool 5%.

  1. Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Compressor: 58/100
  2. Whynter Automatic Ice Cream Maker with Compressor: 55/100
  3. Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2 Quart Frozen Yogurt: 49/100
  4. Nostalgia 6-Quart Electric Ice Cream Maker: 48/100
  5. Whynter Upright Automatic Ice Cream Maker: 48/100
  6. Cuisinart Compressor Ice Cream and Gelato Maker: 47/100
  7. Cuisinart Gelateria Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream Gelato: 46/100
  8. Lello Musso Lussino Ice Cream Maker: 44/100
  9. Ninja NC501: 40/100
  10. Whynter Automatic Ice Cream Maker Stainless Steel: 40/100
  11. Nostalgia 4-Quart Electric Ice Cream Maker: 39/100
  12. Whynter Automatic Ice Cream Maker: 39/100
  13. Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker: 37/100
  14. DASH Everyday Ice Cream Maker: 37/100
  15. Ninja CREAMi 7-in-1 Ice Cream Maker: 35/100
  16. Cuisinart Cool Creations Ice Cream Maker: 32/100
  17. Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream and Sorbet Maker: 26/100
  18. KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Attachment: 25/100
  19. Cuisinart Mix It In Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker: 25/100
  20. DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker: 21/100

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