Having an ice cream maker so you can make fresh, creative desserts you'd never see in stores is wonderful, but you can also use it as a frozen treat holder.

An ice cream maker is an invaluable kitchen gadget during the summer. Whether you prefer soft scoop, gelato or frozen yoghurt ...

We own the Cuisinart ICE-21, Wirecutter’s top-pick ice cream maker, which we bought on sale last Black Friday. It’s compact, it makes top-notch ice cream, and it’s extremely easy to operate.

After testing eight models from a range of manufacturers, Cuisinart's 2-quart double-insulated machine tops this list as the best ice cream makers to buy in 2024.