Breville vs Cuisinart
Based on tests by America's Test Kitchen (Jun 2026). How we score
Skip it. Our pick is the Whynter.
Neither is our first choice. See Breville vs Whynter
From 1 tester: America's Test Kitchen
From 1 tester: America's Test Kitchen
Amazon prices as of Sep 29, 11:26 PM EDT (details)
What the testers found
America's Test Kitchen's Best Canister-Style Ice Cream Maker, with desserts tasters called "even-textured," "velvety," and "delightful." The trade-off is planning: you freeze its bowl ahead of time, where the Breville chills itself and can make batch after batch. It has a longer warranty (3 years vs 1). ATK didn't test long-term durability.
| Criterion | Breville | Cuisinart |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 2.5/3 | 3/3 |
| Ease of use | 2.5/3 | 3/3 |
From America's Test Kitchen: The Best Ice Cream Makers (updated June 11, 2026)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Breville | Cuisinart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $585.07 | $69.31 |
| Cost per year | — | — |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | Limited 3-year |
| Style | Self-refrigerating (no pre-freezing) | Coolant-lined canister (freeze the bowl first) |
| Capacity | 1.5 qt | 1.5 qt |
| Churning time | 29 min average (measured by America's Test Kitchen) | 17 min average (measured by America's Test Kitchen) |
| Weight | 26 lb, 12 oz | 7 lb, 5 7/8 oz |
Sources: America's Test Kitchen: The Best Ice Cream Makers (updated June 11, 2026), Manufacturer specs via Amazon listing
