Normal version is $199. This one has a bigger tub.
$293 via Price Check Button at The Good Guys
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Ninja Creami Deluxe Ice Cream Maker NC501 $293 via Price Check Button + Delivery ($0 with Uber/ C&C) @ The Good Guys
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bighippo on 29/04/2025 - 23:48 thegoodguys.com.au (743 clicks)
Last edited 30/04/2025 - 10:52 by 2 other users
Last edited 30/04/2025 - 10:52 by 2 other users
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Cue the 'No compressor, no thanks' crowd who think every frozen treat needs to be born in a mini freezer appliance.
Relax, folks - it's a glorified grinder, not an eclectic HVAC unit, and it works because it dares to be different.
any recommendations, please
The ninja creami.
Yes, don't buy one and if you do wear noise cancelling headphones. Also plan in advance when you want your so called ice cream, like one day in advance.
The process takes hours??? Wow….. well pass then..
@McMaferMur: You have to decide what you want the day before, mix all the ingredients, freeze it overnight and then use the machine the next day.
Lots of times you have to give the "ice cream" a second go through the machine.
If you dont make it flat when you freeze it or after you take it out the freezer you can end up with plastic sprinkles in your ice cream.
It's a super loud shaver that takes a lot of pre prepping more than an ice cream maker
@Halfpea: Somewhat true, although missing the mark in some areas.
The Ninja products are definitely not suitable for pinkybrain ;-)Prep the day before (or earlier) for the Ninja, prep typically a few hours before for the compressor.
Neither is good for someone who wants instant results.Typically less prep with the Ninja, you can literally dump whole ingredients (e.g. tinned fruit) straight into the tub of the Ninja.
Both types of machines have conditions for use:
- Ninja; you need to make sure it is frozen in a level freezer (most freezers) and possibly spend a few seconds levelling it off before use.
- Compressor; you typically should ensure the mixture is blended/smooth before putting in and then monitor the hour or so cooling process to ensure the mixture doesn't seize and potentially damage the plastic paddle and/or motor.
Both machines are potentially loud, the Ninja is very loud for less than 5 minutes, the compressor is moderately loud for an hour or so.
Ninja is way more power efficient; a few minutes for the Ninja versus an hour or so of a mini refrigerator running for the compressor.
Ninja can produce multiple batches of fresh dessert in a short time if you have a larger group of people, compressor would be an hour or so between batches - some compressors can only do a single batch and then need a "rest" period.
Ninja is probably easier to prep ahead with - you can put multiple tubs in the freezer days/weeks/month ahead
Ninja can potentially make desserts from a wider range of ingredients e.g. lower fat and thinner mixtures for various diets.
Unless the mixture base is correct viscosity with the compressor you could end up with a cold liquid or seize up the machine.
Both types of machines have their use cases - some people even use both.
@oz-dave: Somewhat true, although missing the mark in some areas.
Prep the day before (or earlier) for the Ninja, prep at least a few hours before for the compressor. Neither is good for someone who wants instant results.No, unless you mean shopping when you talk about prepping. I throw everything in (maybe in the blender first) and off it goes.
Both types of machines have conditions for use:
Ninja; you need to make sure it is frozen in a level freezer (most freezers) and possibly spend a few seconds levelling it off before use. Compressor; you typically should ensure the mixture is blended/smooth before putting in and then monitor the hour or so cooling process to ensure the mixture doesn't seize and potentially damage the plastic paddle and/or motor. Both machines are potentially loud, the Ninja is very loud for less than 5 minutes, the compressor is moderately loud for an hour or so.No need to monitor anything. Just select what level of frozen you want and the bell tells you when it is ready. Also not really noisy. More like a humming sound. But definitely not very disturbing.
No, unless you mean shopping when you talk about prepping. I throw everything in (maybe in the blender first) and off it goes
Agreed, for some recipes, you can just blend and dump. But even then, some compressor models recommend a pre-chill and regardless you still need to factor the actual churning time, so it is definitely not "instant" in either case, which is the point I was trying to get across.
Traditional ice cream typically requires cooking the base/custard and then cooling it, which would take longer in both cases (i.e. hours).No need to monitor anything. Just select what level of frozen you want and the bell tells you when it is ready.
Agreed, if you have a recipe you are familiar with (previous use), then you wouldn't likely monitor it much.
But if you are trying a new recipe, experiment, or modification, it would be advisable to monitor - I (and others I know) have had compressor machines seize up.Also not really noisy. More like a humming sound. But definitely not very disturbing.
There is much less noise for compressors and some models are quieter than others. But I have also used particularly loud compressor models that are not pleasant to listen to. In both cases you can (hopefully) walk away from the machine to avoid the direct noise.
Additional:
Another thing that hasn't been brought up is that compressor machines can sometimes produce a lighter (more air) ice cream which some prefer the mouth feel of (churning can add some additional air).
The Ninja typically produces a more dense product.
Been looking for a ninja creami for a while just curious has anyone used this for making protein ice cream? If so how do you find it, and do you have the deluxe or normal?
I have the deluxe and use it to make ice cream with protein powders. It is pretty good tbh as long as you got a good protein powder flavour.
I'm thinking of buying unflavoured whey protein powder from myprotein to use though so that not everything tastes like vanilla protein powder lol.
Works great with the Aminoz protein powders. Every protein shake is now a cheeky frozen treat :)
So many deals on this recently. Is a new upgraded model coming?
There is a new model called the "Swirl" which adds a bulky side addition that allows for soft serve ice cream.
I doubt they will stop selling the previous models anytime soon as they have different price points and use scenarios.
They have been selling the older smaller tub model alongside the newer larger tub model for a while.
What JB "Perks Code" OP is referring to?
I just checked my email, no valid Perks Code can be used for this?assuming if you have a birthday perks code.
Recently bought the normal version. It worked twice then had some sort of sensor error where it wouldnt detect that you have locked it in properly. Took it back and got a refund. The unit is very large for the task it completes, something I didn't realise. These are a novelty. Just googe "Ninja Creami power light flashing". Many stories of it not working after 1 or 2 uses. Also stories of it catching fire. I wouldn't recomend unless you eat a lot of ice cream. One positive is we managed to make lactose free icecream at about $2 per tub which is far cheaper than the shops.
Woolworths Everyday Rewards has the Deluxe for $309, but it comes with 3x points. I don't know if that works out better overall.
You will get 900 points which is equivalent to $5
Can you use normal ice cream recipes (egg, sugar, cream, flavouring etc) with the ninja , obviously cooking the mixture as normal?
All the recipes i see for the ninja are very basic without eggs etc, and wondering why this is (if im missing something).
All but the ultra high fat content churner recipes should work fine, since it'll spin excess fat into butter. I recall 16% being the max fat content but I'd definitely verify that if you're pushing for that.
The Ninja reccommended recipes are mostly minimal effort, It's definitely a convenience oriented appliance so not pushing 'high effort' recipes checks out.
The unsubscribe button on Ninja's spam doesn't actually remove your from their spam db.
So, purchase with caution.
This is a banger price and even $194 for the normal version.