Nice , Inexpensive Yogurt Maker
599320
Nice machine.. Simple and easy to use.. it also automatically switches off so you don't have to monitor all the time.. Nice glass containers and not cheap plastic...
2891872
I bought this strainer for creating a thicker, greek-style yogurt.  After using the Instant Pot to actually make the yogurt, I just dump it in here and let it sit in the fridge overnight.  The yogurt becomes the perfect thick and creamy texture.  This size works well for making yogurt from a half gallon of milk.
Since the container is clear, you can easily see how much whey is separating from the yogurt.  There are also measurement marks on the outer container so you can tell exactly how much whey has separated out.  The lid snaps on easily.  I have a sprayer attachment on my kitchen sink which makes it pretty easy to clean afterwards.
821038
It works as advertised. I like the timer and thus far have been very pleased with the results.  I do like the yogurt flavor. It is not as thick as commercial yogurt, but perfect for me. I eat it with granola and fruit for breakfast!
1421955
I've used this a couple of times and it does a great job! If anyone is having a hard time with getting good yogurt results, I'd recommend getting a more accurate thermometer for heating up milk to the correct precise temperatures required for making yogurt.
2389297
The main reason we bought this machine is because the store bought yogurt is too sweet. So far so good. After 9 hours incubation, the yogurt is not very firm. Just the way I like it. The only complain is the design of the jars. Inside the bottom of the jar, somehow it's difficult to clean around the rim.
2567569
My two daughters love vanilla yogurt, but I heartily dislike shelling out $2.49 or more for a quart of the stuff. When I spotted this yogurt maker as a Gold Box deal, I decided to try it. It turns out that making yogurt is easy; just follow the included directions. (If you want vanilla yogurt, add about 1/2 cup sugar and about a half-tablespoon of vanilla extract during the cooling-off stage.)

As for this device, I recommend it 100%. There are plenty of how-to-make-yogurt pages out there, and they'll tell you that you don't need this thing. Perhaps, but it's a heck of a lot easier using this device than heating pads or the oven method. It'll pay for itself in short order.
79851
I've used the yogurt maker a few times and it makes a good product. Still experimenting with skim and 2% milk which seems to make a thinner yogurt. I don't miss the "timer". I do write a note to remind me when to unplug unit and put jars in the frig. It's comforting to control the ingredients of at least this food.
4901255
I've been using this yogurt maker for about six months now with great results. The steps are: heat milk, cool milk, mix with either yogurt starter OR just some store bought yogurt, set the timer and away you go. You can use whole, skim or low-fat milk. There are instructions included for adding fruit/flavorings; but I'm lazy about it and simply add that stuff after my yogurt is made and avoid the extra steps involved.

Some reviews complained about the lack of a timer--maybe an older product lacked a timer (?) The one I have, purchased in May '06, has a dial/timer you set for the number of hours you need to warm the yogurt (there's no way to miss it). The machine turns off automatically once the time is achieved--so I don't worry about over-warming.

Wonderful product, at least so far!
1801259
Easy to use and clean. I only wish there was an option for a glass tub - instead of plastic - for the yogurt to be in.
3876221
This is very easy to use. I used lactose free whole milk and it the yogurt turned out great! You do need to buy a yogurt starter.
1572416
I've used this yogurt maker at least 10 times by now and it has always performed.  Using 1% milk with an added 7-8 tablespoons of nonfat dry milk  (and the right amount of starter) and a 10-hour cook time is perfect for my taste.  I use 45-50oz of milk and after it's done, I strain about a third of it for greek-style yogurt.  I've used the remaining whey in a white bread recipe and in soup.

I don't use the little containers though because there's too much cleaning involved - I use a heat-proof glass bowl and lid.  The included containers are nice if you want to make a variety of flavored yogurts.
1822516
Can't find any fault with it.  The digital thermometer that comes with it works well for my bread making too.  There are cheaper yogurt makers, but not for making one half gallon at a time!  It includes cheese cloth, and two packages of starters too.  Good product.
4191675
I bought this so I could make Labne, a Lebanese yogurt cheese made from straining the yogurt for a couple of hours.

The drawstrings allow me to hang the bag which is very convenient. The size of the bag is decent, allowing me to put in roughly two full standard-size containers of yogurt.

For use and cleaning, they recommend we soak the bag in boiling water before and rinse with hot water after, which works just for me.

Overall, is a great convenience and time saver and does what it is supposed to.
2813138
This ice cream maker is incredibly easy to use (expect 1/2 an hour of prep time unless you have someone helping) and at the sale price of $15 it was a good bargain. We have no complaints.

Be aware that the product description incorrectly lists this device as using C-size batteries. It comes with two lithium batteries that can be replaced easily, but don't buy this and expect to use that bag of C-cells you have lying around.

So far we've had luck using the basic vanilla recipe and replacing a small amount of the milk in the first step with coffee or concentrated tea (1/2 cup of boiling water to a teabag, usually raspberry, but don't use all of it in the recipe, just a couple of tablespoons). I've been pretty sloppy with measurements and it never seems to matter--consistently smooth ice cream every time.
40738
Have made 2 batches thus far and both have turned out perfectly.  Easy to use, easy to clean up. I have used both whole milk and 2% and both work great. Does not have a timer, just a "notch" you can use to help you know when to take the yogurt out.  Comes with 7 jars.  The photo makes it appear as though you can add sugar or fruit, but when incubating you add nothing to the milk/yogurt base, so you always end up with plain yogurt.  Not as thick as Greek...but you can certainly strain it when done.  It is very creamy and tangy.  I add fruit, muesli, and agave nectar when I have it in the morning.  Delicious!
1150427
A wonderful gadget, especially for yogurt. While it's easy-peasy to use, I actually miss the joy of smelling food as it cooks. Still, a great way to get a fantastic roast on the table in MINUTES vs hours!
3636456
I ordered this to make yogurt, without scorching the milk when boiling the milk. After the first use, everything worked perfectly. It is a bit small for my use on the Yogurt (my yogurt maker has a larger capacity than the 1.5 quarts of the pan, but only a little larger), but it works perfectly, and I am sure it will get years of use in other projects, like chocolate making.

I gave this four stars because I had to order a replacement from Amazon. The first box came, and the only thing in the box was the top pan of the boiler. If I got a dead animal in the box, I don't think I would have been more confused by what I was looking at, as it wasn't quite what I ordered. I  looked up the product on my Amazon orders page, and sure enough, only 1/3rd of the order arrived. I don't think the packer or anyone is to blame on this, because honestly, it was a pot that looked perfectly serviceable, if you didn't know what it did/went to/looked like.

After running through the process to get the product replaced, my new unit arrived, looking just like the picture, save it was plastic wrapped to keep all the parts together, and all was good.