Has anyone owned/used both the Cuisinart ICE-100 and the Lello 4080. I don't mind spending the extra money if it produces better quality ice cream.
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We have owned several Ice Cream/Desert makers. We purchased the Lello 4080 because of a child's dairy allergy and have found it an excellent system. It has a volume limitation as any device does and produces the ice cream in a stainless steel depression in the top and not a removal compartment. The unit seems to have an industrial refrigeration system in that I expect to last a lifetime. We are very happy with the device, have never had a desert failure (failure to freeze) and I expect this device to be the last product of this type I will ever have or need. We have had the unit for over 4 years and we bought it because the other types of devices did often fail. Not knowing Cuisinart's current line I cannot comment. The Lello is significantly superior to the unit that was available when we made our purchase though.
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you're welcome. Also, this machine works very well. We have made some really good ice cream with it!
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Sorry, I don't work for Cuisinart; I just bought the blender because it was on sale. Having said that, I liked it so much that I bought a second one for my mom.
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I have purchased both for gifts. I paid $49 and $110. The more expensive machine is more metal and less plastic, looks better, and it is heavier. From what I can tell, the less expensive machine requires a little more pressure to process the frozen fruit. The higher priced machine appears to get the job done a little easier, and seems like it might last longer. Both make equally delicious frozen desserts!
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I agree with others who have responded, saying that unless you will routinely need the extra ice cream, the 4-quart model seems best. I do not know of any advantages relating to the the 6-quart model being any more powerful or durable than the 4-quart model.
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The standard motor that comes with the unit has burned out on my last two units. I bought a whole new unit to replace the first and the motor burned up on it in two seasons. I only make ice cream on occaision and in no way over taxed the motor on either of the first two. I purchased this replacement motor on amazon and it says it has an industrial strength motor. I haven't use my new one yet, so I'm interested to see if it will ouitlast the others. I would suggest replacing the motor and making ice cream without delay. I'm figuring it's part of the cost of operation.
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Cooks Illustrated rated the Kitchen Aide higher.The word on the latest generation of Cuisinarts is NOT that great.You might also look into the French made Magimix. I've heard it is great but I've only seen it in catalogs & it looks like it has a rather LARGE footprint.
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I have no experience with the 4880 model. I am very happy with the 3880 model, though. It works well and has more than met my expectations. A good friend of mine has this same 3880 model and she loves hers, too... she has had several earlier models of the food savers. She likes this 3880 model better than any previous models.
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We only made a couple of batches of ice cream before the Edgestar machine quit turning the paddle. We returned this machine and purchased a Cuisinart with the motor turning from below the bowl. The new machine has a separate paddle for gelato. Haven't tried the gelato paddle, but have had great success with ice cream. We get a nice volume increase and smooth consistency. My research after the first purchase was that others had problems with the "motor on top" type of design. Cuisinart had the same design and changed it. We are using the Cuisinart a lot and so far it is holding up well. We only made a couple of batches of ice cream before the Edgestar machine quit turning the paddle. We returned this machine and purchased a Cuisinart with the motor turning from below the bowl. The new machine has a separate paddle for gelato. Haven't tried the gelato paddle, but have had great success with ice cream. We get a nice volume increase and smooth consistency. My research after the first purchase was that others had problems with the "motor on top" type of design. Cuisinart had the same design and changed it. We are using the Cuisinart a lot and so far it is holding up... » Read More We only made a couple of batches of ice cream before the Edgestar machine quit turning the paddle. We returned this machine and purchased a Cuisinart with the motor turning from below the bowl. The new machine has a separate paddle for gelato. Haven't tried the gelato paddle, but have had great success with ice cream. We get a nice volume increase and smooth consistency. My research after the first purchase was that others had problems with the "motor on top" type of design. Cuisinart had the same design and changed it. We are using the Cuisinart a lot and so far it is holding up well. « Show Less
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I have had two bowls since I bought this until about two years ago. I have made ice cream without stopping for about 3 hours, (4 - 5 batches) with no problems at all. This is a great unit.
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Also I just did some reserch and the Ice Cream Maker is made by Lafraise. In search bar put Lafraise Customer Service.
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I returned mine today. I LOVE the concept of the machine but after having 3 messes due to the lid coming off and then it completely falling off at the base today, I didn't replace it. I did notice that Kohl's has a different version and it comes with a gold filter. I am going to try it and see if the extra $10 is just for the gold filter or if they actually improved the machine a bit. Hopefully it doesn't jump like this version everytime the blender turns on.
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The carafe did not show up yet. I expect it today (12-1-08). I will repost again based on its arrival. My wife and I shopped for a new pot just in case this does not work and WOW, there is a lot of moving parts on the other models. Mr. Coffee was rated by consumers as a good buy but the people who have bought and used the unit said it is a terrible design. Cuisinart has way to many cheap feeling plastic parts. The newer Melitta unit was also rated low. I sure hope my older Melitta holds out for a while.
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I think one difference might be the amount of ice cream it makes. The model I chose makes 2 quarts (almost). Depends on the recipe. I am not sure the specs on the other or the price and can't tell you the difference being worth it. Sorry. I love this one. I did find not to turn on the cooling with the beater. That causes the first ice cream into the machine to freeze on the bottom of the bowl prior to the other and hard to remove. Turn on the beater and then add the ice cream then after a minute or so turn on the cooler button.
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mine are fine ive had it a few yrs and it works fine if you use it right .... dont expect it to be a professional ice cream maker it makes great soft serve and its pink!! :)
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This one is bad, too. So is the Cuisinart HM-50. I'm not sure why we have to choose between powerful and slow! :)
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I hate to say this, but just throw it away. I have been using the cheap Black & Decker and it makes great coffee - they only last a year but for $20 they are worth every penny. I truly hate Cuisinart products and will never buy them. Such a great Company at one time. Now garbage products.