Cuisinart ICE-70P1 2-Quart Cool Creations Ice Cream Maker - Stainless Steel Frozen Dessert Machine for Ice Cream, Frozen Yogurt, Gelato & Sorbet with LCD Countdown Timer | Makes Homemade Treats in 20 Minutes | Perfect for Parties, Family Gatherings & Summer Desserts

I've made several quarts of ice cream with this machine, following the recipes in the given book and online with cuisinart recipes.I keep my container in the freezer so its always cold and ready to go. I think this is a key step that should not be skipped.So far, I have chilled mixtures overnight and also chilled them for 2 hours then poured in. Either way, my bowl was always frozen from the freezer so the machine made ice cream perfectly.I pour it out immediately and put into the bpa silicone containers. My advice with cleaning the freezer part is to clean it immediately with soapy cold water, I dry it very quickly with a paper towel ( If you don't do this quickly the paper towel will get stuck to the bowl) and back into the freezer it goes for next time.Its not any more loud than my blender or my mixer. The noise isn't an issue for us-we get fresh ice cream which is the best part!I would recommend.This machine makes the classic treat as easy to produce as any recipe already in your recipe box. No dealing with awkwardly refilling the crushed ice and rock salt in the outer barrel… the pre-frozen, sealed, double-walled rotating ice cream tub keeps the perfect temperature as the frozen product (gelato, ice cream or sorbet). Electronic preset controls make it easier to use than a microwave. TONS of recipes for vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options are included with this little marvel. Easy cleanup, only 4 pieces to wash. - I was able to find and execute to perfection my favorite treat from Barcelona - a Lemon Lavender Gelato. You will love, love, LOVE this little machine!Earlier this summer I used the ICE-30 at my parents' home. After making about 7 batches of ice cream, I knew I wanted a maker at my own home. Having spent time using the ICE-30, I had a better idea what features I was looking for and ended up with the ICE-70 after considering the ICE-30, ICE-60, and ICE-70. Here are the reasons that led to that decision:Noise: Both the ICE-30 and ICE-70 are loud, but the ICE-70 is less loud. Noticeable, but not substantial. I still don't want to be in the same room while churning, but the ICE-30 was loud enough that I didn't even want to be in an adjacent room.Speed: The ICE-70 is noticeably faster. I've read other reviews that the ICE-70 turns at about 45 or 55 rpm (adjustable on 2 settings) vs. the ICE-30 turns at about 22 RPM. The faster speed supposedly aerates the ice cream better for a better consistency. I think the ice cream I get from my ICE-70 is slightly airier, and from the ICE-30 slightly more dense, but not a difference worth discounting the ICE-30 over. I also tend to find the faster speed makes the ice cream set up quicker. It will take a few batches to become familiar with what is right, but once you see it, it's pretty clear. (Additional note: I had more "soft" batches from the ICE-30, but those were early on, and I don't know if that was because it turns slower, or just because we weren't yet familiar with when the batch was ready yet - in both cases, you still need to transfer the ice cream to a container and store in the freezer to get it to firm up completely).Mixing Paddle: Cuisinart updated the mixing paddle for the ICE-60 and ICE-70. It seems to mix the ice cream slightly differently and is slightly easier to get the ice cream out and to clean. Not a substantial difference. I believe the ICE-70 paddle is available for about $10, and it looks like it would also fit the ICE-30 mixer - but don't quote me on that. I hope to test this at some point.Lid/Spout/Cover: First I'll note that the ICE-30 has a larger fill spout for pouring in your cream and ingredients, but it is also open. The ICE-70 has a slightly smaller fill spout but comes with a cover. We used a plate to cover the spout while mixing in the ICE-30 to keep dust/bugs out because we were using it in the basement (due to the noise!) so I do appreciate the built in spout cover in the ICE-70. Some users have complained the Lid doesn't stay on the ICE-70. Admittedly, the design is probably better and more secure on the ICE-30. With the ICE-70's smaller ingredients spout in the lid, it's tempting to pour the ingredients into the freezer bowl before starting the mixer. This doesn't work well because the cream freezes to the bottom of the bowl and then the mixing paddle doesn't seat properly in the bottom and the lid doesn't sit right and the lid won't lock in and stay secured. I've found that if I start the mixer with an empty bowl and pour in the ingredients through the spout on the ICE-70, the lid stays locked firmly in place.Other differences: Honestly, I chose the ICE-70 over the ICE-60 only because the ICE-70 was stainless steel colored, as are all of my other small appliances. The ICE-70 has an automatic timer, but it really isn't necessary as you need to watch the consistency and check on it every few minutes anyway. You also don't want to forget about it (though I don't know how you could with the noise) and come back to melted ice cream. The ICE-30 has a simple on/off switch. The ICE-60 has what appear to be the same speed settings as the ICE-70, but no automatic timer.All three mixers use the same freezer bowl, though the one marketed for the ICE-70 costs twice as much as the one for the ICE-30. The exterior color might be different.Overall: I think the differences between the ICE-30, ICE-60 and ICE-70 are minimal, but are substantial enough to differentiate them. To me, I think the ICE-70 was worth the price difference for the upgrade, but if the cost is a factor that would discourage you from jumping in to buy one, then I wouldn't discourage anyone from buying the ICE-30 for a more budget friendly option.I debated the type and size of ice creamer maker to purchase. I always do my homework on purchasing something new or different for our home. After careful consideration I chose this unit and I am glad I did. I worried that the chilled media bowl-type freezer would not adequately freeze the mix batch into ice cream, but the freezing action of this unit is MORE than adequate. But if you have kids sticking their head into the refrigerator 100 x per day the freezer bowl may not get completely chilled. I considered the type of machine that had a self-contained refrigeration system but I didn't like the high price, the long run times and most of them required a lot of countertop space but if you can't keep the kids out of the refrigerator that might be the way to go.So much fun to use!! Tried out a lot of different recipes and nearly foolproof. Just mix and push a button. I did purchase a second container but did that direct from cuisinart. I keep them in the deep freezer so I always have one frozen on hand. Neat unit!!The cuisinart ice cream maker is a great product. You are able to make a quick and tasty frozen yogurt, ice cream and sorbet. Your family and friends will enjoy it. We have tried several recipes. Great reviews from our family and friends.I bought this as a treat for our family for the summer and we have been having such fun with it! It works great and yields good ice cream. I haven't tried the other settings yet. It can be a little loud, particularly toward the end of the cycle, but I can put up with that for a fresh batch of homemade goodness. =)This machine has been one of the best items I've bought this year. This machine makes great ice cream and It is so easy to clean. I would recommend buying an additional tub for it so you can have it on standby to make different batches of flavored I've cream. You won't be disappointed.It may be too early to write a review of this machine since I have only made one batch of ice cream but...1. The ice cream was delicious. I had control over all the ingredients that went into the ice cream. The texture was amazing. I really prefer eating the ice cream right out of the machine instead of hardening it. It tastes amazing.2. The machine worked well. I would prefer to have a machine that had a built-in freezing unit instead of having to put the bowl in the freezer but the cost of such machines are significantly higher. there have been comments about the noise it makes. It is on the loud side but it is not excessive.I do not know about its durability yet but it does the job and makes a fantastic product.I purchased the ice cream maker May 2020 and was pleased with it. Today June 2021 I ran into problems with it. It came on but the motor sounded very laboured and it did not churn the ice cream. I am so disappointed. It has only been used approximately a dozen times. Good while it lasted however it ended up being very expensive ice cream given only one summer of use.Excelente máquina. Deja con una consistencia perfecta los helados. No se cristalizan ( depende la receta que se prepare) se pueden disfrutar al momento, aunque si quiere una consistencia más firme solo hay que poner en el congelador un par de hora antes . El recetario está muy bien y muchas de las recetas sirven como base para poder tener creatividad para hacer creaciones propias.Hola, he recibido este producto, me preocupa porque el paquete tiene señas de uso en la caja y en el aparato. La caja esta ligeramente rota en la tapa y el aparato tiene pequeñas rayaduras en el gabinete. Lo probare pero si no me satisface tendre que hacer la devolución para cambio.Gracias por su comprensión!!!Have only used it once and the ice cream was good! I may not have let it stir long enough but it did harden up once I put it in the freezer. Could you include “keto friendly” recipes?