Rankings
The Crock-Pot 7-quart Cook & Carry slow cooker combines sous vide precision, a large stoneware bowl and a lockable lid, delivering premium performance for family-size meals. Its sizable footprint and lack of smart features are trade-offs for the advanced functionality. Ideal for hosts and home chefs who value sous vide and portability.
The Instant Pot RIO 6-qt 7-in-1 multicooker delivers rapid cooking speeds and a sturdy stainless-steel anti-spin pot, packed with 13 programs for diverse meals. Its heavier build and limited warranty may deter some users. Ideal for busy home cooks seeking fast, versatile performance in a compact footprint.
The Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-qt combines nine cooking functions with WhisperQuiet steam release and 25 smart programs, offering quiet, fast, and versatile cooking. Its large size, heavy weight, and plastic lid reduce its premium feel. Perfect for families and apartment dwellers who prioritize quiet operation and extensive functionality.
The Ninja PossibleCooker PLUS is an 8.5-quart 12-in-1 multi-cooker that combines slow-cooking with sous-vide, proofing, and oven-safe capabilities. Its extensive functions and high wattage make it powerful but also heavy and complex to master. Best suited for families and meal-preppers who want an all-in-one appliance.
The GreenPan Elite 14-in-1 offers PFAS-free ceramic nonstick performance with precise temperature control and 14 versatile cooking modes, including searing up to 500 °F. Its hot handles and occasional LCD readability issues are drawbacks. Ideal for health-conscious cooks who want multi-function capability.
The Instant Pot Pro 6-quart model packs a 1200 W element, ten cooking functions and a stovetop-safe stainless-steel pot, delivering professional-level performance. Its weight and size, plus the absence of Wi-Fi and canning capability, may deter users with limited kitchen space. Best for cooks who value speed, versatility and premium build quality.
The Cuisinart Cook Central 6-quart multicooker combines slow cooking, sauté, roasting up to 232 °C, and steaming with a programmable touch interface and large LCD, offering great versatility for busy kitchens. Its heavy weight and plastic exterior may be less appealing to users seeking a lighter, all-metal appliance. Best for families wanting an all-in-one countertop cooker with robust feature set.
The Instant Pot Duo Mini 3-quart model delivers seven cooking functions and 11 smart programs in a space-saving design, perfect for singles, couples or travelers. Its small capacity and lower wattage limit its usefulness for larger meals or faster cooking. Best for users needing a portable, versatile cooker for side dishes and small portions.
The BLACK+DECKER SCD7007SSD adds a temperature probe and sous-vide mode to a 7-quart digital slow cooker, offering precise temperature control and multiple cooking modes. Its heavy build and spec inconsistencies may deter users looking for a lightweight, straightforward cooker. Best for meal-preppers and families wanting advanced features.
The Instant Pot Superior 7.5-qt cooker offers versatile four-function cooking with a lightweight, non-stick aluminum pot, making it ideal for batch meals. It lacks pressure-cooking and suffers from inconsistent spec listings, which can confuse buyers. Best suited for families and meal-preppers who value flexibility over advanced features.
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8.5 qtbest | 6 qt | 3 qt | 6 qt | 6 qt | 7 qt | 7 qt | 6 qt | 6 qt | 7.5 qt | |
1,200 W | 1,200 W | 700 W | 1,000 W | — | 1,500 Wbest | 320 W | 1,350 W | 1,000 W | 800 W | |
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260 °Cbest | — | — | — | 232 °C | 232.22 °C | — | 232 °C | — | 204 °C | |
120 Vbest | — | — | 120 Vbest | — | — | 120 Vbest | — | — | 120 Vbest | |
1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 3 yearsbest | 1 years | 2 years | — | 1 years | 1 years | |
— | — | — | — | 1,440 minutesbest | — | — | — | — | — | |
12best | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — |
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Capacity & Servings(1) | ||||||||||
Capacity (qt) | 8.5 qt | 6 qt | 3 qt | 6 qt | 6 qt | 7 qt | 7 qt | 6 qt | 6 qt | 7.5 qt |
Features(1) | ||||||||||
Cooking Modes | 12-in-1 | 10-in-1 | 7-in-1 | pressure cook; slow cook; rice cooker; yogurt maker; steamer; sauté; sterilizer; food warmer | Slow cook, Brown/Saute, Roast, Steam, Keep Warm | Sous Vide, Warm, Cook | Slow Cook;Probe;Sous-Vide;Keep Warm | 14 advanced modes (sear, slow-cook, steam, etc.) | pressure cook; slow cook; sauté; steam; rice; yogurt; warm | slow cook; sauté; steam; warm |
Power(1) | ||||||||||
Wattage (W) | 1200 W | 1200 W | 700 W | 1000 W | — | 1500 W | 320 W | 1350 W | 1000 W | 800 W |
Support(1) | ||||||||||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 3 years | 1 years | 2 years | — | 1 years | 1 years |
Controls(2) | ||||||||||
Timer Range (minutes) | — | — | — | — | 1440 minutes | 5-1800 minutes | — | — | — | — |
Programmable | true | true | true | true | true | true | false | true | true | true |
Performance(2) | ||||||||||
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 260 °C | — | — | — | 232 °C | 232.22 °C | — | 232 °C | — | 204 °C |
Temperature Settings | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — |
Build & Design(3) | ||||||||||
Inner Pot Material | Nonstick | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | stainless steel | Cast Aluminum | Stoneware | Stoneware | Hard-anodized aluminum | stainless steel | ceramic-coated aluminum |
Lid Material | Tempered glass | — | — | plastic | — | Glass | Tempered glass | Tempered glass | — | glass |
Weight (lb) | 14.9 lb | 13.22773572 lb | 8.22 lb | 5.58 lb | 17.75 lb | 15.80 lb | 17.36 lb | 14.84 lb | 12 lb | 9.09 lb |
Dimensions(3) | ||||||||||
Height (in) | 10.59 in | 12.8 in | 10.0 in | 12.76 in | 9.5 in | 9.02 in | 14.33 in | 10.9 in | 14.75 in | 10.24 in |
Width (in) | 12.64 in | 12.7 in | 11.2 in | 13.35 in | 19.0 in | 17.61 in | 17.68 in | 19.0 in | 16.1 in | 14.02 in |
Depth (in) | 18.0 in | 13.0 in | 11.4 in | 13.42 in | 12.0 in | 11.74 in | 10.95 in | 12.4 in | 15.55 in | 15.16 in |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors consistently praise the Ninja PossibleCooker PLUS for its rapid Triple Fusion Heat® cooking, large oven-safe 8.5-qt pot and the breadth of functions-including sous vide and proof-that replace a kitchen full of separate appliances. They highlight its suitability for families and entertainers, while noting the unit's heft and the need for recipe adjustments as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, emphasizing the convenience of cooking massive batches, the even fast heating, and the built-in spoon-ladle that eases stirring and cleanup. Common complaints focus on having to tweak recipes (extra liquid, earlier checks) and the appliance's weight, but overall sentiment is positive for those who need volume cooking.
“top device for quick, delicious stews like stoofvlees, with no disadvantages found yet and excitement to explore functions”
“Effortless one-pot cooking with hot sauté (hotter than some competitors like All-Clad)”
“Love it so far”
Choose Ninja for larger volume cooking, sous vide, and oven-safe finishing; choose Instant Pot for compactness and simplicity.
Professional reviewers praise the Instant Pot Pro for its powerful 1200 W heating element, stovetop-safe inner pot, quiet steam release and fast pre-heat, positioning it as a strong mid-tier multi-cooker that delivers pro-level searing and speed while offering a full suite of ten functions comparable to higher-priced models.
Everyday users report high satisfaction, highlighting the device's speed, ease of use and versatility for everyday meals; a verified 2026 purchaser called it a "top device" for quick, delicious stews and noted no disadvantages so far, though bulkiness is occasionally mentioned as a potential issue for small kitchens.
Professional reviewers describe the Duo Mini as a "cute little model" perfect for RVs and small households, praising its rapid cooking, dual pressure, and 11 smart programs while noting its limited capacity makes it less versatile than larger models. They recommend the 6‑quart Duo for users who need more flexibility and larger batch cooking.
Everyday users consistently appreciate the Mini's compact footprint, quick cooking of rice and side dishes, and easy-to-use interface, but they frequently lament the insufficient volume for family meals and the need to down-scale recipes originally written for larger pots.
Professional reviewers commend the Duo Plus for its WhisperQuiet steam release that stays under 75 dB, its rapid cooking speed that can be up to 70 % faster than conventional methods, and its extensive suite of 25 smart programs covering nine cooking functions. They also appreciate the anti-spin stainless-steel pot and the inclusion of extra accessories, while noting the unit's bulk and weight, the less premium feel of the all-plastic lid, and some inconsistency in the minimum liquid requirement as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the quiet operation, fast cooking for family meals, and the ease of cleanup thanks to dishwasher-safe parts. The step-by-step guides and versatile cooking modes receive frequent praise. Common complaints revolve around the heavy weight, large footprint, and concerns about the durability of the plastic lid and base, as well as the minimum liquid volume needed for certain recipes.
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the Cook Central's premium stainless-steel look, robust programmable touch controls, dishwasher-safe removable pot, and the added value of a reversible roasting/steaming rack, positioning it as a versatile countertop multicooker.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the unit for its effortless one-pot cooking, hotter sauté capability, easy cleanup, consistent temperature control, and versatile preset combos, with many noting it as a reliable replacement for older or failed multicookers.
Professional editors emphasize the model's innovative blend of slow-cooking and sous-vide functions, its larger usable cooking volume compared with earlier Crock-Pot units, and the accuracy provided by the included temperature probe, positioning it as a premium upgrade over basic models.
Everyday users appreciate the easy programmability, large 7-quart capacity for feeding eight or more, the spill-proof locking lid for transport, and the unique sous-vide feature, while noting the unit's size and lack of smart connectivity as minor drawbacks.
Professional reviewers commend the SCD7007SSD for its versatile combination of slow cooking, probe-guided meat cooking, and sous-vide functions, emphasizing the precise temperature control and user-friendly digital interface. However, they note inconsistencies in published specifications and the unit's relatively heavy build as potential drawbacks.
Everyday users generally praise the cooker's large capacity, easy-to-use digital controls, reliable locking lid, and the included probe that delivers tender meats. Recurring complaints focus on durability concerns, the heavy weight, and confusion over conflicting power specifications.
Professional reviewers consistently award the GreenPan Elite top marks for its precise temperature control, PFAS-free ceramic nonstick performance, and extensive 14-mode versatility, noting its ability to sear at 500°F as a standout feature. Safety, build quality, and overall cooking results are praised, though critics point out a steep learning curve, LCD visibility issues, hot handles, slower low-heat cycles, and a less appealing aesthetic.
Everyday users celebrate the cooker's ability to brown meat effortlessly, its generous 6-quart capacity for family meals, and the easy cleanup thanks to dishwasher-safe components. The PFAS-free coating is a major selling point, while recurring complaints focus on hot handles, longer cooking times on low settings, and occasional LCD readability problems.
Professional reviewers consider the RIO a revolutionary upgrade to the Duo, emphasizing its slimmer base, anti-spin pot, and modern aesthetics. They commend the significant cooking speed gains and energy savings, while noting the modest 1-year warranty as a potential drawback.
Everyday users generally express strong satisfaction, calling it the "best thing I ever bought" and praising its size, quieter venting, and ease of use. However, some concerns about weight, dimensions, and the limited warranty appear in the sparse feedback.
Professional reviewers and editors emphasize the product's versatile four-function design, lightweight aluminum construction, and easy-clean non-stick interior, positioning it as a smarter alternative to conventional slow cookers. They also note the flavor-locking sauté capability and the convenience of dishwasher-safe components, while acknowledging the absence of pressure-cooking functions.
Everyday users have limited commentary, but the few Q&A entries confirm the 7.5-qt capacity and praise the compatibility with accessories such as liners. Overall sentiment is neutral due to scarce reviews, with some buyers expressing confusion over inconsistent specifications.
