Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

So, after comparing products and reading reviews, I bought this one. Here's the drill: the bowl stays in the freezer, the stand alone freezer. Thursday we make our mix, so far from Peggy Fallon's The Best Ice Cream Maker Cookbook Ever. It gets stashed in the fridge overnight. Friday morning, the bowl comes out of the deep freeze, the mixture goes into the ice cream maker. When it's done in the ice cream maker it goes into the freezer. Friday night dessert? Home made ice cream. This machine is great. Just the right size for the 2 of us, works well, does the job. No messing around with ice and salt. Depending on the recipe it makes the same amount as 1 regular box of ice cream from the store. Did I get the warranty for 2 years, sure I did. Have I learned a lot about ice cream, you bet. Tips: if you've sprung for this ice cream maker, spring for fresh ingredients. Made a rocky road with walnuts from the back of the cupboard, we could tell. Be patient. If your want ice cream right now: go buy some. This machine is about enjoying the creation, not instant gratification. Does the ice cream bury store bought? No question. Has the machine performed as advertised? Sure has. Definitely has been a joy.