Very easy to use. Cleaning is a snap! It's a simple machine that works well. I've never had an ice cream maker, so I was a bit surprised that the process takes about 45 minutes to complete. Also, you have to chill the mixture for at "at least 2 hours or overnight," so be aware and plan ahead. I've made about 10 batches of ice cream so far, some back-to-back, and the product is excellent! Highly recommend for those who love ice cream and want to try their own recipes.