There are a number of good home ice cream machines on the market. It really comes down to how much space you have and how much you want to spend. A basic model such as the Cuisinart 2 Quart Ice Cream Maker works well for most people. The bigger compressor model is more expensive and takes up more space, but it doesn't require you to freeze the canister before churning. This means you can make ice cream without needing to plan ahead.