Purchased this to replace an "ice and salt" style machine that broke during quarantine.  This is SO much better.  I've made several custard style desserts so far, and one simple ice cream from the enclosed recipe book.  They all worked well and fast.  

You do need to plan ahead and have the bowl frozen ahead of time.  Even with my built in freezer which has a "super freeze" setting - we can't shorten the time.  But once frozen the canister maintains temperature and freezes large batches in 25 minutes or less.  

Only advice is that when aerating - the recipes enclosed easily spill over.  Next time I'm going to try to mix half the batch at a time.  

Once completed - ice cream is a soft serve consistency that can be eaten immediately without further still freezing.  That's really nice if you want to serve a treat.