# Best ice cream makers with a built-in compressor Source: https://scoopandchurn.com/best/best-ice-cream-maker-with-compressor Publisher: Scoop & Churn. Picks are chosen from what each Amazon listing states, not from hands-on tests. Method: https://scoopandchurn.com/how-we-pick A compressor ice cream maker has its own freezer built in, so there is no bowl to chill overnight and you can run a second batch as soon as the first is out. That convenience is why these machines cost more than freezer-bowl models. The differences that matter are batch size (from about 1 quart to 2.1 quarts here), whether the bowl lifts out for serving and washing, how long the machine holds a finished batch cold, and what the listing says about controls and power. Some listings state wattage or noise, many do not, and we mark those gaps as Not stated. This guide compares eight compressor machines from Whynter, Cuisinart, Breville, COUPLUX, VEVOR and Martha Stewart on those listed facts, ordered by how well they suit a home cook who wants back-to-back batches. ## Picks ### 1. Cuisinart 1.5-Quart Ice Cream Maker and Gelato Machine, Makes Frozen Yogurt and Sorbet, Fully Automatic with Commercial-Quality Compressor and 2 Churning Paddles, ICE-100, Black/Stainless Type: Compressor; Capacity: 1.5 qt; Programs: 60-min countdown timer; Keep-cool hold: 10 minutes; Build: Black and stainless Cuisinart's compressor model with two paddles, one for ice cream and one for gelato, plus a 60-minute timer. The most complete package under $300 for cooks who want gelato too. What the listing offers: - The second paddle made specifically for gelato is unique among the picks under $300. - The listing states a limited 3-year warranty, the clearest coverage term in this group. - Touchpad controls with a large LCD and a 60-minute countdown timer keep operation simple. Limits to know: - At 1.5 quarts it makes less per batch than the 2 to 2.1 quart machines here. - Keep Cool runs only 10 minutes after the timer ends, according to the listing. ### 2. Whynter Ice Cream Maker Machine & Yogurt Automatic 2 Qt. with Built-In Compressor, LCD Digital Display & Timer, No Pre-Freezing, ICM-220SSY, Stainless Steel Type: Compressor; Capacity: 2 qt; Programs: Ice cream plus yogurt function; Keep-cool hold: Extended cooling, duration not stated; Build: Stainless steel A 2 quart compressor machine that also makes fresh yogurt, with extended cooling after the churn and motor protection. Suits buyers who want one appliance for yogurt and ice cream. What the listing offers: - A dedicated yogurt function works with dairy or non-dairy milks, according to the listing. - Extended cooling keeps the finished batch from melting, and motor protection guards against overheating. - The removable stainless bowl and BPA-free churn blade allow continuous use without pre-freezing. Limits to know: - It sits right at the top of this budget, so the cheaper Whynter may be enough if you skip yogurt. - The listing does not say how long extended cooling runs. ### 3. Breville BCI600XL Smart Scoop Ice Cream Maker, Brushed Stainless Steel Type: Compressor; Capacity: Not stated; Programs: 12 hardness settings, 4 presets, manual; Keep-cool hold: Up to 3 hours; Build: Brushed stainless steel A stainless churner that senses the hardness of the mix for the frozen yogurt setting you choose and holds it for up to 3 hours. Suits cooks who want froyo stopped at the same texture every time. What the listing offers: - Frozen yogurt is one of the listed hardness settings, so the machine decides when it is done. - Keep Cool holds the froyo chilled and churned for up to 3 hours. - Full manual mode is available if you want to stop softer. Limits to know: - Capacity is not stated in the listing, so batch size is unknown. - It is the most expensive pick in this guide. ### 4. COUPLUX Fastest Freezing Ice Cream Maker, with Built-in Compressor 2.1QT Type: Compressor churner; Capacity: 2.1 quarts; Noise claim: Low noise (no dB figure); Keep cool: Up to 2 hours; Pre-freeze needed: No A 2.1 quart compressor machine with three modes, a 2-hour keep-cool hold and a stainless bowl, priced near the bottom of the range. The value pick for large batches. What the listing offers: - The 2-hour keep-cool hold is the longest stated in this group. - 2.1 quarts makes up to 24 scoops per batch, according to the listing. - The listing describes a food-grade stainless bowl, steel mixing shaft, all-metal body and low noise. Limits to know: - The low-noise claim has no decibel figure behind it. - The listing gives no warranty term, so check coverage before you buy. ### 5. Whynter Automatic Ice Cream Maker, 2.1 Qt, ICM-200LS Type: Compressor; Capacity: 2.1 qt; Programs: Not stated (LCD timer); Keep-cool hold: Not stated; Build: Stainless steel shell A 2.1 quart Whynter compressor churner with an LCD control panel and audible timer in a stainless shell. A strong pick for families who want big batches near the top of this budget. What the listing offers: - 2.1 quarts per batch is the largest capacity in this price group. - A CFC-free compressor chills the mix as it churns, so batch after batch is possible, per the listing. - The stainless steel housing wipes clean and the listing describes a compact design. Limits to know: - The listing does not mention a keep-cool or extended cooling mode. - No wattage, noise figure or warranty term is given, so check those with the seller. ### 6. Whynter Upright Automatic Ice Cream Maker, 2.1 Qt, ICM-201SB Type: Compressor; Capacity: 2.1 qt; Programs: Not stated (LCD timer); Keep-cool hold: Not stated; Build: Stainless steel housing An upright Whynter that keeps a 2.1-quart batch in a smaller footprint than horizontal machines. For small kitchens that still feed a family. What the listing offers: - Upright stainless housing designed for a smaller counter footprint. - 2.1-quart capacity, the largest in this compact guide. - No bowl in the freezer, so it saves freezer space too. Limits to know: - Taller and heavier than the 0.8 to 1.28 quart picks, though the listing gives no figures. - No preset programs are listed, only an LCD timer. ### 7. VEVOR Automatic Ice Cream Maker with Built-in Compressor, 2 Quart No Pre-freezing Fruit Yogurt Machine, Stainless Steel Electric Sorbet Maker, 3 Modes Gelato Maker with LCD Display & Timer, Silver Type: Compressor; Capacity: 2 qt; Programs: Ice cream 60 min, cooling 30 min, mix 10 min; Pre-freeze needed: No; Power or noise: 180W compressor A horizontal 2 quart machine with a 180W compressor and three timed modes. Suits budget buyers who want a clearly stated cooling spec and simple modes. What the listing offers: - It is the only listing here that states compressor wattage: 180W. - Three modes are clearly timed: ice cream 60 minutes, cooling 30 minutes and mix 10 minutes. - The spray, mixing blade and top cover detach for cleaning, per the listing. Limits to know: - The listing estimates about 15 scoops per batch, fewer than the 2.1 quart picks. - No warranty term or noise level is stated. ### 8. Martha Stewart Ice Cream Maker Machine, 1QT Fully Automatic, 3 Modes, Black Type: Compressor; Capacity: 1 qt; Programs: 3 modes: Ice Cream, Sorbet, Frozen Yogurt; Pre-freeze needed: No; Power or noise: Not stated A 1-quart compressor machine with three modes and a backlit display. A small-batch option for cooks who want named modes over a plain timer. What the listing offers: - 1-quart batch makes up to 8 servings, per the listing. - Built-in compressor means no freezer space for a bowl. - Three modes and an easy-turn dial keep it simple. Limits to know: - The listing makes no footprint or compact claim, and gives no dimensions. - Costs about the same as the Cuisinart 1-qt, which adds a cord wrap and Keep Cool. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.