Does it need ice and salt?

No. The bowl is filled with coolant and frozen ahead of time, so you only add the mix and turn it on.

How long does the bowl need to freeze?

Plan on 12 to 24 hours in a freezer set at 0°F or colder. A partly full freezer takes longer.

How much ice cream does it make?

Up to 4 quarts of mix, which churns into roughly 3 to 4 quarts of soft ice cream.

Can I make more than one batch in a row?

Not right away. The bowl must refreeze before a second batch, so buy a spare bowl if you need back-to-back batches.

Is it worth it over a compressor machine?

At $34.95 at Walmart as of November 5, 2026, it costs far less than a self-freezing machine. A compressor model skips the pre-freeze but costs several times more.

What comes in the box?

The motor base, 4-quart freezer bowl, churning paddle and lid. No ice or salt is included or needed.

Where is the Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker cheapest?

At Walmart, for $34.95, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 493 ratings.

Where can I buy the Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker?

9 stores we checked sell it, including mercari.com, The Westview Shop, WoodArtSupply, Frieds Hardware & Housewares, Poshmark.

Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker

Best price now

$34.95at WalmartObserved at 8:33 PM

Compared across 7 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker

Best price now

$34.95at WalmartObserved at 8:33 PM

Compared across 7 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Our take on the Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker

The Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker is a freezer-bowl machine: you freeze the double-insulated bowl ahead of time, add your mix, and it churns soft-serve-style ice cream in about 20 to 40 minutes. It holds 4 quarts, enough for a family batch, and needs no ice or salt. The best new price is $34.95 at Walmart as of November 5, 2026, with 7 stores listing it new.

Best forFamilies making large batchesBeginners who want no ice or saltFruit sorbet and frozen yogurtSummer parties and kids' desserts

Pros

4-quart bowl makes a big batch in one go
No ice or rock salt needed, just a pre-frozen bowl
Simple motorized churning with an on/off switch
Bowl, lid and paddle come apart for easy cleaning
Low price for the capacity

Cons

Bowl must be frozen 12 to 24 hours before use
Only one batch per freeze, so back-to-back batches wait
Soft texture; hard-packed ice cream needs extra freezer time
Motor can labor as the mix thickens

Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker prices at every store

WalmartNew
In stockSold by Hamilton Beach Brands Inc
$34.95Observed at 8:33 PM
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PoshmarkNew
In stock
$49.00Observed at 8:33 PM
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eBayOpen box
Availability unknownSold by daniemaltes6 (99.7% positive, 3,200 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
$18.90+ $15.00 shippingVerified
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mercari.comNew
Availability unknown
$37.00Observed at 8:33 PM
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The Westview ShopNew
Availability unknown
$39.99Observed at 8:33 PM
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eBayNew
Availability unknownSold by perrusso (100% positive, 186 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
$24.95+ $15.14 shippingVerified
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WoodArtSupplyNew
Availability unknown
$43.95Observed at 8:33 PM
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Frieds Hardware & HousewaresNew
Availability unknown
$47.19Observed at 8:33 PM
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Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker price history

Lowest price we've seen: $29.95 on Nov 6 at eBay. Tracked across 9 stores since Nov 6.

What reviewers say

4.6 / 5493 ratings

Owners rate it well overall, with most praise for easy setup and the large 4-quart yield. Complaints center on the long bowl pre-freeze and softer results than store-bought.

What people mention

CapacityPraisedOwners like that one batch feeds a family or a party.
SetupPraisedReviewers say freezing the bowl and churning is simple.
Pre-freeze timeCriticisedThe bowl needs 12 to 24 hours in the freezer before use.
TextureMixedIce cream comes out soft-serve style and firms up only in the freezer.
CleaningPraisedThe bowl, lid and paddle are easy to wash by hand.

Specifications

Timer: Yes
Control Type: Touch pad
Safety Features: Automatic shut-off (shifts to warm)
Pot Material: Stoneware
Body Material: Stainless steel
Lid Material: Glass
Depth: 9.2 in

Questions and answers

Does it need ice and salt?: No. The bowl is filled with coolant and frozen ahead of time, so you only add the mix and turn it on.
How long does the bowl need to freeze?: Plan on 12 to 24 hours in a freezer set at 0°F or colder. A partly full freezer takes longer.
How much ice cream does it make?: Up to 4 quarts of mix, which churns into roughly 3 to 4 quarts of soft ice cream.
Can I make more than one batch in a row?: Not right away. The bowl must refreeze before a second batch, so buy a spare bowl if you need back-to-back batches.
Is it worth it over a compressor machine?: At $34.95 at Walmart as of November 5, 2026, it costs far less than a self-freezing machine. A compressor model skips the pre-freeze but costs several times more.
What comes in the box?: The motor base, 4-quart freezer bowl, churning paddle and lid. No ice or salt is included or needed.
Where is the Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker cheapest?: At Walmart, for $34.95, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker?: Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 493 ratings.
Where can I buy the Hamilton Beach 4 Quart Ice Cream Maker?: 9 stores we checked sell it, including mercari.com, The Westview Shop, WoodArtSupply, Frieds Hardware & Housewares, Poshmark.