Whynter ICS-167 7-in-1 Soft Serve and Slushy Machine
- Capacity: 1.6 quarts
- Operation Mode: Automatic
- Material: BPA-Free Plastic, Durable Plastic (abs)
- Item Weight: 24.6 pounds
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ASIN: B0GZ8RN7J1Model: ICS-167Category: Ice Cream Machines
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Overview
Whynter's ICS-167 is a countertop soft-serve and slushy machine with a built-in compressor, so it starts making frozen treats without the overnight pre-freezing that bowl-style ice cream makers require.
- 7-in-1 soft serve and slushy machine
- 1.6 quart capacity, built-in compressor
- LCD touch control, 5 firmness levels
- Self-cleaning mode, dishwasher-safe parts
Who it's for
Suits anyone wanting soft serve or slushies on demand without pre-freezing a bowl, especially for thinner, free-flowing mixtures. Less suited to buyers wanting thick mix-ins or large batch sizes given the 1.6 quart capacity.
Pros and cons
- Built-in compressor skips overnight bowl pre-freezing
- Seven functions cover soft serve, slushies, and cocktail slushies
- Five adjustable firmness levels via touch panel
- Self-cleaning mode and dishwasher-safe removable parts
- 1.6 quart capacity limits batch size
- Printed instructions described as lacking by one reviewer
- Works best with free-flowing mixtures rather than thick bases
Performance notes
The built-in compressor cools directly, and the LCD touch panel offers five firmness levels plus an audible timer. An automatic cooling hold keeps finished batches at serving consistency, and a self-cleaning mode handles the cycle between uses.
Specifications
| Brand | Whynter |
|---|---|
| Model | ICS-167 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 24.6 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 18.2 × 6.7 × 17.8 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.6 quartslower than 51% of 40 ice cream machines |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | BPA-Free Plastic, Durable Plastic (abs) |
| Color | Gold White |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Part Number | ICS-167 |
Closest rivals on specs
GreenPan Frost Ice Cream Maker and Slushie Machine- Capacity 1.6 vs 2 quarts (-20%)
Waring WCIC25 Compressor Ice Cream Maker 2.5 Qt- Capacity 1.6 vs 2.5 quarts (-36%)
- Item Weight 24.6 vs 30 pounds (-18%)
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to freeze the bowl before using it?
No, the built-in compressor cools on its own, so there's no pre-freezing step required.
What can this machine make besides ice cream?
It handles cold drinks, juice, slushy, cocktail slushy, wine slushy, and coffee slushy in addition to soft serve.
How is it cleaned between uses?
It has a dedicated self-cleaning mode, and its removable components are dishwasher safe.