Is the Ninja Creami Deluxe worth it if I only make protein ice cream?

Usually yes, if you make protein ice cream regularly and care about getting a real scoopable texture. For most buyers, the Ninja Creami Deluxe is worth about $200–$270 new and about $150–$220 used/refurbished, but the regular Creami is often the better value if you only want the core protein-ice-cream function.

For protein ice cream specifically:

• Creami Deluxe: worth it if you make it weekly or more, want bigger portions, or like the extra programs
• Regular Creami: usually the best value if you’re making single servings and don’t need the larger tubs
• Blender: best only if you care more about speed/convenience than true ice-cream texture

Price guidance:

• Creami Deluxe: good deal at $200–$230 new or $150–$190 used; walk away if it’s $300+ new unless it includes extra pints/accessories
• Regular Creami: good deal at $150–$190 new or $110–$150 used; walk away if it’s $250+ new
• High-powered blender: good deal at $100–$180 depending on model; walk away if you expect it to replace a Creami for texture

One caveat: prices move a lot with sales and bundles, so check sold/completed listings before buying.

If you only make protein ice cream occasionally, skip the Deluxe and get the regular Creami or just keep using a blender. If you make it often and want the best texture, the Deluxe is the more premium choice, but not a must-have.

Quick recommendation

• Buy the Deluxe if you want larger batches and will use it often
• Buy the regular Creami if you mainly want the cheapest path to good protein ice cream
• Skip both if you’re fine with protein smoothies or soft-serve-like bowls