Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I have tried just about every brand Amazon offers in the last ten years. THIS is by far the best. Nostalgia has wooden sides but the inside is lined with heavy plastic (Elite and Aroma do not have this). Interior lining makes the unit last longer, makes it much easier to clean after every use, and holds the ice/salt mixture closer to the ice creams to make faster. And it does not leak after the first few uses !!! The best feature is the motor - The Hamilton Beach 4-quart was the loudest and weakest motor by far - lasted for about three ice cream makings - stopping long before the ice cream was made and the motor won't restart??? - Elite and Aroma work well for awhile and then start to jam up a lot. You have to watch them constantly. Also, if you get the slightest amount of water in them, they are done. Can't be fixed and Elite does not sell just the motor replacement. I have not had any trouble whatsoever with the Nostalgia motor on this 4-quart unit. It is awesome. I just prepare it, turn it on, and go about my business while it makes. PROS: Sturdy, Strong motor. Fastens tighter than other brands. Makes great ice cream. Easier to clean than the competition. Looks great. CONS: I don't review items until I have used them for awhile. This ice cream maker went all the way through the 2015 College Football season into the playoffs and on to the Championship.