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Whynter Ice Cream Maker Machine Automatic 2.1 Qt. Upright with Built-In Compressor, LCD Digital Display & Timer, No Pre-Freezing, ICM-201SB, Stainless Steel

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Size: 2.1 Quart


Color: Stainless Steel


Features

  • Award-Winning Ice Cream Machine: Named BEST SELF-REFRIGERATING ICE-CREAM MAKER by America's Test Kitchen, this remarkable machine makes up to 2.1 quarts of fresh, delicious and fully customizable homemade ice cream per batch
  • Self-Cooling Technology: No need to pre-freeze, this self-cooling electric ice cream maker allows you to quickly and easily create gelato, ice cream, and sorbet using ingredients you trust from the comfort of your home
  • Convenient Continuous Use: This homemade ice cream maker features a powerful built-in compressor freezer that allows for continuous use without the inconvenience of having to pre-freeze the removable stainless bowl; BPA-free churn blade also included
  • Premium Features: Unlike other ice cream makers, the Whynter ice cream maker with compressor freezer features an extended cooling function that prevents ice cream from melting and a motor protection function that protects against overheating and damage
  • Sophisticated Look: Never sacrifice style for functionality again - this upright ice cream machine for home use features a sleek, space-saving design and user-friendly soft-touch LCD control panel

Description

Take on dessert making like never before! Make delicious homemade ice cream that you can fully customize to taste with the Whynter ICM-201SB 2.1 Quart Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker. Incredibly easy to use, you can create delicious ice cream, rich creamy gelato, and sorbet all in the comfort of your own home. Ideal for entertaining, this high-capacity unit makes up to 2 quarts of your favorite frozen dessert in a single batch. Designed with an upright, small footprint profile, this space-efficient ice cream maker also fits easily on any countertop. Our full-featured ice cream maker offers premium functions not available in budget ice cream makers. A powerful built- in compressor freezer allows for continuous use without the inconvenience of having to pre-freeze the mixing bowl. Not only is it so much easier, it also tastes a whole lot better. The Whynter ICM-201SB features an Extended Cooling function that prevents the mixture from melting and a Motor Protection function that stops the motor from churning to prevent overheating or damage to the motor when the mixture becomes solid. The sleek stainless steel exterior and soft-touch LCD control panel will accent any kitchen counter. Never again wait hours or sacrifice valuable freezer space in order to make your favorite frozen dessert. Removable stainless steel mixing bowl, BPA-free churn blade and ice cream scoop included.

Brand: Whynter


Color: Stainless Steel


Capacity: 2.1 quarts


Special Feature: Built-In Timer, Motor Protection Function


Material: Stainless Steel


Brand Name: Whynter


Included Components: Ice Cream Maker


Model Name: ICM-201SB


Model Number: ICM-201SB


Recommended Uses For Product: Residential


Unit Count: 1 Count


Warranty Description: One year limited manufacturer warranty


Global Trade Identification Number: 46


UPC: 852749006146


Number of Items: 1


Manufacturer: Whynter


Item Type Name: Whynter ICM-201SB 2.1 Quart Capacity Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker with Stainless Steel Bowl in Black


Part Number: ICM-201SB


Capacity: 2.1 quarts


Item Dimensions L x W x H: 14.25"L x 12.5"W x 14.25"H


Item Weight: 24.3 pounds


Other Special Features of the Product: Built-In Timer, Motor Protection Function


Operation Mode: Automatic


Material: Stainless Steel


Product Care Instructions: Hand Wash Only


Color: Stainless Steel


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  • Great Ice Cream Maker with Great Customer Service
Size: 1.28 Quart Color: White
It took me a couple of years to decide on buying the machine and I wish I hadn't hesitated for so long. I've made multiple batches of ice cream since receiving it and they've all been delicious and creamy. Everything from standard chocolate gelato to vanilla, banana butter pecan, peach and pistachio. I'm looking forward to summer for cantaloupe or lemon sorbet. More flavors to follow I'm sure. I'm allergic to soy and almost all commercial ice cream makers use gums derived from soy or guar gum which is a close relative of soy and can cause digestive issues. Now that I have my own machine I have total control over the ingredients so I can safely eat ice cream made with fresh organic ingredients , soy and gum free. My family has been thrilled with the ice cream too. The machine is small enough to store in the pantry and move to the counter when needed, it runs quietly and finishes in an hour or less. On top of that it's very easy to clean, I can't ask for more. I found Wynter's customer service to be excellent. When I first got the machine I had a small issue. I contacted the company asking for advice and spoke with a very nice and knowledgeable woman who resolved my issue immediately. No fuss no muss. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2026 by K. Blinebury

  • All that I expected.
Size: 2.1 Quart Color: Stainless Steel
Ordered July 24, arrived July 25. Well packed and everything looks great. High quality, solid and feels like a commercial machine. July 26, followed all instructions, let sit overnight, cleaned everything as suggested. Turned it on and all controls work, very crisp, nice beep. It just feels good. Prepared my first batch using the exact same recipe I used in a freezer bowl style maker so I could compare. I let the compressor run for about 10 minutes to cool the bowl before adding the blended mixture. I liked the temperature readout; it is a good sign that it's working. Then the magic began avter about 10 minutes it starte to freeze and withing 35 minutes it was almost done. A little sample told me it was delicious and another 5 minutes it was the perfect consistancy. I transfered the ice cream into a container with lid and put it in the freezer, putting the remainer into a bowl whicih I also put in the freezer for testing. This machine, based on my first use is everything I expected. It is a quality build, easy to use and very easy to clean. It is not as heavy as some suggest and it is very quiet, just a low hum if even that, not enough to affect anything. The instruction booklet is very clear and precise and the recipe book, although basic is a good place for beginners. I have an excellant recipe book from which I plan to make the Tiramisu Ice Cream very soon. Definitely recommend this is you want to make several batches for friends or a party. In fact, if you invite people over you can provide a few recipes, have the ingredients for them, and you can make their favorites to order. Quicker than cooking burgers and hot dogs almost. Have fun, and with my grandchildren it will be a fun activity for dinner, or lunch or even breakfast. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2026 by Stacy

  • UPDATED! Customer Service saved the day! Best Ice Cream Machine ever!
Size: 2.1 Quart Color: Stainless Steel
Original review was one star and: Not only is it NOT freezing to make ice cream, it's actually warming the mixture. It started at 64* -- obviously well above freezing, and is now sitting at 66*. It should be COOLING and FREEZING the mixture - not WARMING it. What a waste. Customer service is non-responsive. Would not recommend. Update: I had spent about 45 minutes on the online chat feature waiting...the chat said my wait time was 'under a minute' - but it was HOURS before they responded and I was already gone. I contacted them via email and they responded immediately. Their said that their chat feature was down and they had no way to respond. After receiving my email, they asked for the proof of purchase and serial number and included some troubleshooting steps. I wrote back with the POP and photo of serial number and gave them a play-by-play of all steps I had already taken and instead of making me return the unit for repair (brand new unit - why would I have to wait for it to be 'repaired'?), they sent me a new machine directly from them. And? Told me to keep the original machine to use for parts (if needed). I truly appreciate their efforts to make things right. The new machine arrived in a few days and I am so very happy to report that this unit works properly and is everything I had hoped for: easy to use, no pre-prep, and ice cream in 30 minutes. Prior to this machine, I had the Kitchen Aid stand mixer ice cream attachment and it was awkward to use and the ice cream churning bowl needed to be kept in the freezer for at least 24 hours. So I either had to remember to put the bowl in the freezer a day ahead of time or keep it in there all the time (which takes up way too much space in my freezer). This machine is fantastic! I mixed a few ingredients together, churned in the machine, and in thirty minutes, I had homemade coconut ice cream. I can not wait to use this machine over and over again. Their recipe book has everything from basic vanilla to Chicken Soup & Dill Sorbet (not appealing to me but I give them credit for providing a wide variety!). Update #2: I took a video of the machine in action. I am obsessed with peanut butter ice cream and adding in chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, white chocolate chips, cookie dough (not all of them at once, lol). ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2026 by S. Root

  • Easy Indulgence
Size: 1.28 Quart Color: White
Being somewhat lacking in patience, I wanted a machine that would let me enjoy a frozen treat sooner than later, would be easy to operate, and didn’t require a home equity loan to acquire. This machine meets all my requirements and I’m very happy with it. The set up was easy once I figured out where to put it on my limited counter space. Its base isn’t exactly small but it fits nicely under the cabinets. It’s light enough I can move it around without herniating something. My first attempt was a coffee froYo, did not have to pre-plan or pre-freeze anything and it came out delicious in 60 minutes. Even better, I felt slightly virtuous that it had “wholesome” ingredients and I could control the amount of sugar in it. The texture was good, definitely ready to eat as is, but got firmer after some freezer time. Next was a custard based chocolate mini peanut butter cup ice cream. I used A2 whole milk, egg yolks, vanilla powder and bakers sugar—tasty as it was, then added cocoa powder and a few chocolate chips. It wasn’t surprising it was a little loose when it finished the 60 minute churning, especially after I added the mini cups but it was definitely edible :). Next is a kiwi sorbet. Pros: works reasonably quickly, makes good ice cream, quantity is fine for 2-3 people, size is manageable for a smallish kitchen, easy clean up, price is fair for a pretty fancy piece of equipment. Cons: Over indulgence could lead to aas expansion. Highly recommend! Go get some calcium! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2026 by S A.

  • Worth it if you REALLY like making ice cream
Size: 2.1 Quart Color: Stainless Steel
We had a "freezer bowl" style ice cream maker for 10 - 15 years. We used it a lot. We did the whole "science it" thing to determine exactly what ice cream base we thought was best. We had fun riffing off of flavor combos that we liked (coconut chocolate chip and peppermint candy cane chocolate chip being our favorites). We enjoyed it so much that after a while I got it in my head that I wanted to upgrade. Why? Sometimes, we forgot to put the bowl in the freezer. Or I wanted to make more batches at a time (note: you can always buy a 2nd freezer bowl, if you have the space in the freezer). In the end, we enjoyed making it enough that we thought it was worth the splurge on the chance that the quality of ice cream will be better. So, I sat on this idea for about a year. It is just the way we work - we are not impulsive. I did my research, learned about compressor models, and focused on this one. Then I pulled the trigger a few weeks ago. Enough background, here are my thoughts: 1. Using the exact same recipes, the ice cream is an upgrade. It isn't night and day or anything. But it is definitely there. The ice cream is just ... creamier. Say like a 10 – 20% improvement. 2. The thing is stupid easy to use, at least for ice cream (I haven't tried the other features yet). Make your mix, dump it in, press start. That is it. 3. Cleaning is relatively easy. The parts are not dishwasher safe, which is a bummer. And when you hand wash you cannot just rinse things off - the fat content won't let you get away with that. But everything comes out pretty easily and it isn't too much of a chore to get them cleaned up. Oh, and it is possible to overfill the bowl, in which case the mixture runs down into the freezer chamber in which the bowl sits. Not a big deal, but you do have to wait until the freezer chamber warms up to clean it properly. 4. Coming from a freezer bowl model, the bowl looks very small at first. I did worry that there was no way that thing was going to hold a full batch. But relax, it still makes the same amount of ice cream. 5. I find the timer kind of strange. I mean, it is really easy to read - it starts at 60 minutes and counts down. Simple. But I haven't figured out why it counts down from 60 minutes. The ice cream is usually ready w/in say 35 – 40 minutes. I guess the extra time is so that it can firm up a little bit more (even after the dasher stops moving, the machine keeps freezing the ice cream). 6. There is also not any sort of indicator that the ice cream is ready for mix-ins (nuts or chips or whatever). And if you put it in too early, it falls to the bottom and jams up the dasher. I have figured out – wait until between the 30 – 35 minute mark. At that point the mixture will look like ice cream. Do not put in mix ins until the ice cream looks like that. Also, do not wait too long because when the ice cream starts to get too stiff the dasher will stop turning. At that point, you will have to put in the mix ins manually when you move the ice cream to its container. Not the end of the world, but not as easy as letting the machine do it either. 7. I do find the clear lid kind of finicky to close. You have to put it on and twist it but it usually takes me several tries to get it lined up correctly. Maybe there is a trick I haven’t figured out yet. 8. If you let the machine run to the end of the 60 minute timer, the ice cream is firmer than it is as the end of a cycle in a freezer bowl machine. It is still soft – I wouldn’t immediately scoop it and put it on a cone – but it is firmer. But the question is: since a freezer bowl machine is done in about 30ish minutes, would that ice cream be just as firm after 30 minutes in the freezer? I am not sure. Bottom line: Do I like it? Yes. Do I regret buying it? Nope. Do I think it is for everybody? Nope. You have to really enjoy making ice cream to spring this much on a machine and have one of these things on your countertop. If you are just dipping your toes in or think you will just make it once every few months, go for a freezer bowl machine. If you fall in love with it like we did, you can save up and buy one of these. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2024 by Miles Bondurant

  • Works great!
Size: 2.1 Quart Color: Stainless Steel
Following the instructions and recipes yielded GREAT results. Very happy with this machine, it is fairly quiet and unobtrusive when running. Clean-up is easy. It is big so you will need to find a good home to store it, but it is worth it!
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2026 by Joe L.

  • AMAZING Machine! Let the machine sit upright for a few hours before using the first time!
Size: 2.1 Quart Color: Stainless Steel
Read all the reviews from multiple reputable newspapers, magazines, internet sites, and food critics. Whynter consistently hit every top recommendation, even though I hadn't heard of the company. The reviews gave me confidence to try the machine. Very nice, sturdy construction. Well designed with making ice cream really well and quickly. Please carefully note that after receiving your unit, make sure you let it sit UPRIGHT for several hours BEFORE you try and use the machine to allow the freon to resettle after transportation or the Compressor may fail from redistributed freon during roughly shipping handling. Tossed my Cuisinart after finding the consistency of the ice cream immensely better in about 1/2 the time. Very nice keep frozen for 3 hours hold function and automatic motor stop to not overheat the motor so you can set and go and have it ready on return. Looking forward to trying the sorbet's, gelato's, fruit ices, etc. Great machine! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2026 by Doc

  • Fantastic-why didn't I start making homemade before now?
Size: 2.1 Quart Color: Stainless Steel
I've had mine for a couple of weeks too, and I think it's fantastic. A couple of things- -- I know it shows in the manual that the mixture should not go above these things on each side of the churner, BUT I found it better be a half inch BELOW that. It still gets on the underside of the plastic cover as it churns, but then at least it keeps the mix a bit lower and stops any chance of overflowing the bowl. I actually think it wouldn't matter anyway as the bowl seems to sit in a pretty tightly gasketed ring, so maybe I'm being overly cautious. Either way, I'm still quite happy to get 2 Qts (4 pints) of really good ice cream instead of the 2.5 Qts it claims to make. To get the most actual ice cream out of it, add any mix-ins (choco chips, nuts etc) into it AFTER it has finished freeze churning. When it's done churning, it is soft serve consistency... so I turn it out into a big bowl, THEN I mix in the mix ins (gently so as not to incorporate a lot of ice crystal forming air into it). Then I pack it in pint containers tightly, (using the handy plastic flat spatula thing that came with the machine), cover with a circle of parchment paper against the top of the ice cream, and put them all away in the freezer at least overnight. --- If your ingredients are cold (should not be frozen) when they go into the churn bowl, it can take substantially less time than the 60 minute timer is set to default for. If you come back in 60 minutes and the machine is not still churning, it has probably stopped churning and already gone into 'just chill' mode. This will make it more difficult to get the churn bowl out. That plastic spatula thing that comes with the machine is handy here. First try to hold the handle on both sides of the bowl close to the bowl's top (instead of at the top of the handle) at both of the handle's hinges. Try to pull straight up wiggling a tiny bit. If your churning stopped minutes before and it went into keep cold mode, that bowl will be really tightly held to the frozen sides of the machine. Take the flat spatula thing and (GENTLY) put it between the very top of the bowl and the side of the machine it's against (BUT ONLY about 1/4 inch down!!) and move it back and forth. It will sort of break a vacuum hold. Do it 4 or 5 more times in different places around the bowl and then try again to pull it up. Just be careful not to jam that thing down too far or back and forth to hard. This has always worked for me with no apparent damage to anything. Most of my ice cream recipes include 2 TBS of some kind of liqueur (raspberry, hazelnut, coffee, cherry etc) which will help it from getting so rock hard. It shouldn't be added until the last few minutes of churning, as it can affect the freezing too early) OR after churning and after it's gone into another bowl to add mix ins to, before packing (my preferred method). Commercial ice cream has up to 25 percent more air whipped into it- more money for the manufacturers for less actual product- which makes it more 'fluffy' and also less hard in storage. You can leave the liqueur out of course- either way your homemade will be more dense (more flavorful if you ask me). As to the hardness- 2 things can help- keep it in a freezer that's part of your fridge as opposed to an upright or chest type freezer. Or.... don't worry about any of it, and just leave the pint out on the kitchen counter to soften a tad, for 10 minutes, before you dig in. OR dig it out when rock hard, put in a bowl and microwave for 10 seconds or so. You really can't go too wrong, right? The very few recipes that come with the machine (in the manual) are pretty useless to me (for the egg reason). I went on their web site but couldn't even find any there. I got 5 books from Amazon for ice cream recipes (and sorbets, sherbets, etc). Since I make egg free ice creams only (since 'custard-style' recipes are WAY TOO MUCH work with the cooking and tempering the eggs with the dairy), I have found only one book that has more great egg free (also known as 'Philadelphia style') recipes. That was the 'Perfect Scoop' by David Lebovitz. Very nice book, great recipes, great photos. A favorite recent recipe I made was Peach, Vanilla, Pecan ice cream- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk; 1 pint (16 oz) of half and half; 3 cups of uncooked peach puree made from unpeeled (but washed), pitted & chopped peaches pureed in a bowl using an immersion blender; 1 TBS vanilla; 2 TBS raspberry liqueur (added along with the nuts AFTER it came out of the churning bowl into another bowl before packing); 1 cup chopped pecans. I'm sorry to say I don't remember how much this made (ounce wise), or whether I might have also added al cup of whole milk to it also. But the combo of sweetened condensed milk, half and half and whole milk is a great EASY way to get ice cream fast. For chocolate= instead of the peaches- add 4-5 TBS dutch process (dark, european-style) cocoa and 1/4 cup of hersheys syrup, with 2 teaspoons of vanilla, to the dairy combo. Instead of nuts, add in (after freezing & churning and turning out into another bowl) 1/2 to a cup of mini chocolate chips and instead of raspberry liqueur add 2 TBS of Kalua (coffee liqueur) either a few minutes at the end of churning, or with the chips. Don't be afraid to TASTE the mix before you freeze/churn it!! There are no eggs so it's safe to taste- it can then be most to your liking (less vanilla etc). I must say this taller machine fits much better in my kitchen than the wider would. It is quite heavy (as all compressor machines are), so it's not something you want to put on a lower shelf to pull up to the counter to use. But all summer long, this sucker will be sitting on my counter and will be keeping me in ice cream heaven. It appears to be well made, quiet enough when in use, easy to clean, easy to use and I only need to make 16 batches of 4 pints each to pay for itself (our favorite was 5$ a pint before). I think this machine will have no trouble managing that (certainly better than my husband and I can manage eating it all- so it's been a great summer gift to friends !!) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2017 by In the Hills

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