Whynter · Updated June 2026
Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB: price & specs
Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB is listed at $339.99 on shopwhynter.com as of 2026-06-27, #9 cheapest of 12 ice cream makers (median $240); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 16/100 pay-blind standing, #7 of 12 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
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- Best for Goldilocks dairy/custard texture — light, creamy, stretchy, rich-but-light; Self-cooling compressor makes back-to-back batches with no bowl pre-freezing.
- Skip if Vegan/non-dairy base came out icier than rival machines is a dealbreaker.
Is the Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB a good buy?
At $340, the Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB is #9 cheapest of the 12 ice cream makers we track, where the median is $240. On the spec sheet, its preset programs of 3 is the lowest of the 4, its capacity qt of 2.1 is above the median of the 12, and its wattage of 180 W is above the median of the 11.
Evidence of Record
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One independent lab measured this product across 4 physical metrics — churn time to, weight, height and footprint. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB
One whitelisted hands-on tester covers this exact model: NYT Wirecutter, which names the ICM-201SB a compressor pick after timing churns and weighing/measuring machines. It praises a light, creamy, stretchy dairy/custard texture but flags icy vegan results and bulk (~28 lb, 13.5 in tall). No other whitelisted outlet reviewed this exact model.
Based on 1 review · 1 lab-tested · 2026-06-12
Tested by Wirecutter
Consistently praised
- Goldilocks dairy/custard texture — light, creamy, stretchy, rich-but-light
- Self-cooling compressor makes back-to-back batches with no bowl pre-freezing
- Larger 2.1-quart bowl gives more room for mix-ins
Commonly flagged
- Vegan/non-dairy base came out icier than rival machines
- Heavy (~28 lb) and tall (13.5 in); not the most compact
- Pricey versus the top frozen-bowl pick
Where reviewers disagree Only one whitelisted tester (Wirecutter) reviewed this exact model, so no cross-source disagreement could be assessed; its own verdict is split — great for dairy/custard, weak for vegan bases.
The sources (1)
Churn time to smooth ice cream (both Whynter compressor models): around 30 to 40 minutes · Weight: around 28 pounds · Height: 13.5 inches · Footprint: about 10.5 by 11.5 inches
This self-cooling machine churned out ice cream that many of our testers found to be just the right texture — light, creamy, and stretchy.
The custard ice cream we made was especially delicious, with an impressive lightness and stretch that the other machines failed to achieve.
Vegan ice cream we made in the ICM-201SB was icier than vegan ice cream from the ICM-15LS and the Cuisinart ICE-21.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $339.99 Current price at Whynter shop, June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Whynter |
| Released | — |
| Type | compressor |
| Capacity qt | 2.1 |
| Build in compressor | Yes |
| Wattage (W) | 180 |
| Preset programs | 3 |
| Timer | Yes |
| Keep cool function | Yes |
| Mix ins setting | No |
Source: shopwhynter.com (verified 2026-06-20) · corroborated by homelectrical.com. Whynter shop confirmed $339.99, 2.1 qt, 180W, built-in compressor (no pre-freezing), LCD timer with audible alert and auto shut-off, plus extended cooling. Three operating modes (Ice Cream / Cooling Only / Mixing Only) = preset_programs 3. No dedicated mix-ins button.
Is the Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB worth it vs cheaper ice cream makers?
Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB against its closest cheaper and pricier ice cream makers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked
| Product | Price | Type | Capacity qt | Build in compressor | Wattage (W) | Preset programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB this | $339.99 | compressor | 2.1 | Yes | 180 | 3 |
| Whynter 1.6 Qt Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-15LS | $322.59 | compressor | 1.6 | Yes | 150 | — |
| Cuisinart Compressor Ice Cream & Gelato Maker ICE-100 | $379.99 | compressor | 1.5 | Yes | 288 | — |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB?
One whitelisted hands-on tester covers this exact model: NYT Wirecutter, which names the ICM-201SB a compressor pick after timing churns and weighing/measuring machines. It praises a light, creamy, stretchy dairy/custard texture but flags icy vegan results and bulk (~28 lb, 13.5 in tall). No other whitelisted outlet reviewed this exact model. Praised: Goldilocks dairy/custard texture — light, creamy, stretchy, rich-but-light; Self-cooling compressor makes back-to-back batches with no bowl pre-freezing; Larger 2.1-quart bowl gives more room for mix-ins. Flagged: Vegan/non-dairy base came out icier than rival machines; Heavy (~28 lb) and tall (13.5 in); not the most compact; Pricey versus the top frozen-bowl pick. (From 1 tester review, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB cost?
The Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB has a US price of $339.99 (Current price at Whynter shop, June 2026), as of 2026-06-20.
How does the Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB compare on price?
At $340, the Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB is #9 cheapest of the 12 ice cream makers we track, where the median is $240.
What are the Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB's key specs?
Whynter 2.1 Qt Upright Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker ICM-201SB (Whynter): type compressor, capacity qt 2.1, build in compressor Yes, wattage w 180, preset programs 3. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-20.
Price of record: $339.99 at shopwhynter.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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