Ninja NC501 CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker with 2 XL Family Size…
- Ice Cream Machine
- 0.7 quarts
- 1
- Metal, Plastic
- More reviewed than 69%
A capable 11-in-1 treat maker at a lower renewed price, backed by a 90-day warranty, though one reported blade failure is worth weighing against the savings.
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How it ranks among the 26 ice cream machines we track
4.3★ across 629 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
629 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
501+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
This is a manufacturer-renewed Ninja NC501 CREAMi Deluxe, an 11-in-1 ice cream and frozen treat maker backed by a 90-day warranty. It ships with two 24 oz XL pint containers, sized for families who want control over ingredients in their ice cream, sorbet and protein treats.
Renewed means refurbished and tested rather than new, and most buyers here report units arriving clean and functioning like new. The appliance still requires an overnight freeze of the pint before any of its 11 programs can process it, so it isn't a same-hour dessert machine. One buyer's blade detached during use and the machine started smoking, a reminder that renewed units carry some risk despite testing.
- 11 built-in treat programs
- Two 24 oz XL pint containers included
- 90-day warranty on the renewed unit
- Mix-in feature for chocolate, nuts and fruit
Who it's for
Suits home cooks who want to control sugar and ingredients in ice cream, sorbet, milkshakes and smoothie bowls, and don't mind a refurbished unit to save money. Less suited to anyone wanting dessert on short notice, since the base has to freeze solid first.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who received the renewed unit say it arrived clean and worked like new, and several use it to make lower-sugar protein ice cream with whey protein and milk instead of full-fat mixes. One buyer's blade detached during operation and the unit began smoking and damaged the canister spindle, and another found it bulky on the counter and disliked the freezing wait between batches.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Keeps ingredients and sugar content under your control
- Makes sorbet, milkshakes and smoothie bowls, not just ice cream
- 24 oz XL containers sized for family portions
- Requires an overnight freeze before each batch
- Bulky footprint on the counter
- Renewed unit, not new, despite the warranty
Performance notes
Each treat starts as a liquid base frozen solid in the included pint container, then the machine's blade shaves and re-mixes it through one of 11 programs to reach a soft-serve texture. The mix-in feature blends in extras like chocolate or fruit after the main cycle. Results depend heavily on getting the base recipe and freeze time right, more than on which program is selected.
Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Renewed |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 14.44 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 12 × 8.4 × 16.7 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 0.7 quarts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Metal, Plastic |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | (2) 24 oz. CREAMi Deluxe Pints with Storage Lids, Motor Base with Dual-Drive Motors & Creamify Technology, Outer Bowl & Lid, Deluxe Creamerizer Paddle |
| Other details | |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Advanced Creamify Technology, Easy to Use, Re-Spin, Customization |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
| Product Care Instructions | Dishwasher Safe |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Part Number | CRT2NJNC501RB |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| Ninja NC501 CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker with 2 XL Family Size…This product | 4.3 / 5 | 629 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the Amazon Renewed ice cream machines
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Ninja NC501 renewed unit the same as new?
It's manufacturer-refurbished and tested to work like new, backed by a 90-day warranty, though it may show light cosmetic wear.
How many treats can the Ninja CREAMi Deluxe make?
It runs 11 programs covering ice cream, sorbet, milkshakes, frozen yogurt and more, using the same freeze-then-process method for each.
Does it come with enough containers for a family?
Yes, it includes two 24 oz XL pint containers sized for family servings rather than a single-serve tub.