{"id":580,"date":"2018-05-31T18:49:56","date_gmt":"2018-05-31T18:49:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.venlora.com\/?p=580"},"modified":"2020-10-08T06:19:34","modified_gmt":"2020-10-08T06:19:34","slug":"cuisinart-ice-21-vs-hamilton-beach-68330n-ice-cream-maker-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.venlora.com\/cuisinart-ice-21-vs-hamilton-beach-68330n-ice-cream-maker-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"Cuisinart ICE-21 vs Hamilton Beach 68330N: Ice-Cream Makers"},"content":{"rendered":"

Making ice cream is a lot easier than it was 100 years ago when a common first date involved a woman sitting on top of a large freezing mechanism while her prospective beaux operated the mixer with a hand crank. Now we have ice cream makers that can fit on your counter top \u2013 no sitting required. Hamilton Beach and Cuisinart both make quality machines to manufacture your creamy treats, but which one of them is best suited for your needs?<\/p>\n

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We\u2019ll look at the Hamilton Beach 68330N Ice Cream Maker<\/a><\/strong> and the Cuisinart ICE-21 1.5 Frozen Yogurt-Ice Cream Maker<\/a><\/strong> to see how these models stack up against each other. These machines operate in different ways and include different sets of features, but both produce a variety of deliciously cold desserts that you\u2019re sure to enjoy. We\u2019ll look at capacity, usability, and size in our comparison, so that you\u2019ll be able to make the best purchase for you.<\/p>\n

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Capacity<\/h2>\n

Hamilton Beach 68330N<\/strong>
\nWith a maximum capacity of four quarts, this machine can crank out enough to ice cream to feed the entire guest list of your family reunion. Alternatively, pack it in re-usable containers and store it in your freezer so you don\u2019t have to run to the gas station next time your sweet tooth starts tingling. The whole process only takes about 40 minutes, and then you\u2019re left with up to a gallon of ice cream.<\/p>\n

Cuisinart ICE-21<\/strong>
\nThis model\u2019s capacity is quite a bit smaller, producing up to 1.5 quarts at one time. You may not be able to feed a whole party at this level, but 1.5 quarts is probably sufficient for a family dinner. Additionally, you may not even want to have more than a quart and a half sitting in your freezer, smugly chilling while it tests your self-control minute by minute. This capacity is closer to the containers that you might buy at the grocery store.<\/p>\n

Verdict:<\/strong> The right capacity for you is going to depend on what you plan on using your ice cream maker for. If you host a lot of parties, or if you\u2019re someone who likes to get everything done well ahead of time, the 68330N may be your best bet. If you never really need more than a quart and a half of ice cream at a time, then the ICE-21 will be perfect for you. All that being said, options are important. You never know when you might need to host a get-together at the last minute. The 4-quart offering is going to be your best investment for preparation\u2019s sake.<\/p>\n

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Usability<\/h2>\n

Hamilton Beach 68330N<\/strong>
\nMaking ice cream with this model requires a couple components besides the actual ice cream ingredients. For every gallon of ice cream you produce, you\u2019ll also need eight to twelve pounds of ice and three cups of rock salt. The ice and salt get placed in layers around the cylinder and function to freeze the ice cream as it gets churned. This process isn\u2019t too complicated, but it does mean a couple extra steps and a couple extra purchases.<\/p>\n

Cuisinart ICE-21<\/strong>
\nThis model doesn\u2019t require ice or rock salt. Instead, a double insulated freezer bowl is prepared in your freezer and does all that work for you. Eliminating ice and rock salt from the equation does make this a simpler process, but it also requires a lot more time \u2013 the freezer bowl usually needs 16 to 24 hours in order to reach its optimal temperature. On the plus side, the electric motor only takes 20 minutes or less to produce the ice cream once the ingredients are in the bowl.<\/p>\n

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Verdict:<\/strong> This is another situation in which your needs will certainly inform your decision. Ice and rock salt might be a pain, but as long as you have enough of them, you can continually make ice cream without having to refreeze any components. The ICE-21 will need 16 to 24 hours to freeze the bowl after every use, so 1.5 quarts is all you\u2019ll get in one day, but you avoid the frustration of running out to the store for fresh ice and rock salt every time you want ice cream. The advantages and disadvantages are pretty evenly matched here, but the ICE-21 beats its competitor by a narrow margin; the freezer bowl may add time to the equation, but it removes cost and inconvenience.<\/p>\n

Size<\/h2>\n

Hamilton Beach 68330N<\/strong>
\nAt 15.3 x 12.5 x 11, this is a handily-sized machine that could fit easily on a countertop or kitchen table. It weighs in at around five pounds, which means you can move it around quickly and simply while attending to other elements of the meal you\u2019re preparing. With a gallon of ingredients and eight to twelve pounds of ice inside, however, this model will be a lot heavier.<\/p>\n

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Cuisinart ICE-21<\/strong>
\nThis model has very similar dimensions to its competitor (10.8 x 10.8 x 15.8), but it weighs a remarkable four pounds more. Probably due to the double insulated freezer bowl, nine pounds makes this a heavier machine. On the other hand, you\u2019ll be putting a lot less into this model while making ice cream \u2013 it doesn\u2019t require ice or rock salt, and it only uses about a third of the ingredients. <\/p>\n

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Verdict:<\/strong> While at the outset, the Hamilton Beach model seems a lot lighter, the ICE-21\u2019s elimination of rock salt and ice makes it featherweight in comparison during the actual ice cream making process. Remember also that you\u2019ll have to dispose of the rock salt and ice water after your ice cream is complete. The ICE-21 takes the ribbon for size.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n

These are two very different ice cream makers in several ways. The Hamilton Beach 68330N<\/a><\/strong> is the best-suited for occasions that require a high yield and flexibility of use. It doesn\u2019t need to be frozen over night and can continually churn out ice cream as long as you keep the ice and rock salt flowing.<\/p>\n

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While the Cuisinart ICE-21<\/a><\/strong> doesn\u2019t produce as much ice cream at a time and requires a long freezing preparation process, it is more convenient overall. It doesn\u2019t require rock salt or ice, and it\u2019s much lighter during production. Unless you think you need the four-quart capacity offered by Hamilton Beach, Cuisinart\u2019s offering will stand you in good stead for your ice cream needs and will be cheaper in the long run. No extra purchase to make it work, and maybe making a little less ice cream isn\u2019t such a bad thing.<\/p>\n

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