Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker
At $189.99 (down from $219.99), it's a mid-tier investment for a single-purpose appliance, but the 4.5-star rating from over 4,100 owners suggests most don't regret it.
What it is
A countertop ice cream maker that shaves frozen pints into seven different frozen treats—ice cream, gelato, sorbet, milkshakes, smoothie bowls, and more—all in minutes. Perfect for anyone who wants creamy homemade frozen desserts without an ice cream churn.
Why it keeps winding up in carts
Over 4,100 people rated it 4.5 stars, signaling real staying power for a specialty appliance that could easily gather dust.
Frozen pint to soft-serve in under five minutes.
The room reads it as delighted — mostly on the texture and results
Ranked longest bar first, positives before the reservation. Based on 4,162 Amazon ratings.
A genuinely clever machine that makes customizable frozen treats feel effortless.
The Ninja CREAMi transforms a simple frozen pint into seven different frozen desserts at the touch of a button.
It sits at the intersection of convenience and control—no ice cream maker churn skills needed, but you're still building from scratch ingredients you choose.
What we looked at
- 017-in-1 programming Ice Cream, Gelato, Sorbet, Milkshake, Smoothie Bowl, Lite Ice Cream, and Mix-In modes
Each program adjusts speed, pressure, and processing time automatically. The Mix-In mode is the surprise winner—it distributes add-ins evenly instead of clumping them, which saves you from having to stir by hand. Re-spin function lets you run it again for an even softer texture if you like.
- 02Ingredient transparency You control everything that goes into your frozen base
Freeze your own dairy, dairy-free, low-sugar, or protein-packed blends for 24 hours, then let the machine do the work. No preservatives, no mystery fillers—just what you mixed. The 16 oz. pint size is a natural serving portion that fits the machine.
- 03Cleanup & storage Pint containers, storage lids, and Creamerizer Paddle are top-rack dishwasher safe
No hand-washing delicate parts or dealing with churns. The same pint you froze is the one you scoop from and pop into the dishwasher.
Specification & fit
- Who it is forBest for households that make frozen treats regularly or want to experiment with custom flavors; less ideal if you're an occasional ice cream person or short on counter space.
- 7-In-1 Ice Cream MakerA FROZEN TREAT FOR EVERY CRAVING: Choose from 7 one-touch programs -- Ice Cream, Gelato, Sorbet, Milkshake, Smoothie Bowl, Lite Ice Cream, and Mix-In --each delivering the perfect combination of speed, pressure, and time for soft, creamy…
- Creamify TechnologyINCREDIBLY SMOOTH, CREAMY RESULTS: Ninja's exclusive Creamify Technology finely shaves through a uniformly frozen pint, transforming it into smooth textured frozen desserts in minutes.
- Make It Your WayTOTAL INGREDIENT CONTROL: Create protein-packed ice cream, low-sugar sorbet, dairy-free treats, and vegan options -- all from scratch with ingredients you choose. No preservatives, no fillers, just the flavors you love.
- Mix-InsBUILD YOUR PERFECT PINT: After processing, mix in your favorite mix-ins – chocolate chips, candy, nuts, fruit, cookies, and more -- to customize every scoop. The Mix-In program distributes add-ins evenly throughout your frozen treat.
- On the labelSold on Amazon by Ninja. Price and availability are set by Amazon and change without notice.
