New Star Foodservice 35421 Commercial Grade Self Defrost Ice Cream Dipper Scoop, 2.5-Ounce, Size 16, Green

I don’t consider myself an ice cream scoop fanatic and I don’t write in depth reviews, but after trying this? I’m about to order the bigger size as well. I was looking for something with the feel and functionality of the original (barely vintage) pampered chef ice cream scoops, but an easier to clean version. I almost purchased the Zeroll brand .. but 26$ for an ice cream scoop? In this economy? Absolutely not. I bought this one and was surprised by how light it was, I was expecting a heavier scoop, but the weight is sturdy enough to to be put use but light enough for disabled/elderly people who might have trouble using heavy metal utensils. I tested it with rock hard ice cream straight of out the back of my freezer, IMMEDIATELY cut through it like butter with perfectly shaped scoops. I don’t think I’ve ever been more impressed in my life by something so simple. 15/10.

I am no pro but an average home owner who has bent or broken every scout to cross my path. This scoup seams sturdy by design and magical in it's ease through ice cream, may be due to it's shape but the effort required is 75% less than my last scoup.

This scooper really works! Easy grip and cuts right through ice cream right out of freezer. Makes nicely formed scoops for cones. Pricey, but watch for sales. I’ve purchased for family as well.

some reflections after 2 years, a very sturdy scoop, still works well. Besides avoiding the dishwasher, do not use a scrub sponge or scotchbrite as this will remove the clear finish and allow corrosion to set in. I did this over time inadvertently as I always have a scouring sponge in my hand. The anti freeze disappeared somehow unnoticed, although it never went in the dishwasher. I think hot water or soaking may have played a part. Again in hindsight it is best to rinse and dry and set aside.

Read the directions, understood the hand wash only. Washed it twice, had to throw out the ice cream tub. Terrible.