Crock-Pot 7-Quart
Score: 69/100
Instant Pot Duo Mini
Score: 73/100Rankings
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 Crock-Pot SCV700 is a 7-quart manual slow cooker offering a spacious capacity and dishwasher-safe stoneware for easy cleanup. Its simplicity comes at the cost of no timer or programmable features and a tendency to run hot. Ideal for large families seeking straightforward, set-it-and-forget cooking.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
7 qtbest | 3 qt | |
300 W | 700 Wbest | |
8best | — | |
204 °Cbest | — | |
120 Vbest | — | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
3best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 12.55 lb | 8.22 lbbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Capacity & Servings(1) | ||
Capacity (qt) | 7 qt | 3 qt |
Features(1) | ||
Cooking Modes | Manual | 7-in-1 |
Power(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 300 W | 700 W |
Controls(1) | ||
Programmable | false | true |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Inner Pot Material | Ceramic | Stainless steel |
Weight (lb) | 12.55 lb | 8.22 lb |
Dimensions(3) | ||
Height (in) | 10.4 in | 10.0 in |
Width (in) | 11.8 in | 11.2 in |
Depth (in) | 16.9 in | 11.4 in |
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Professional reviewers commend the SC700 for its large capacity, even heating, and straightforward manual operation, but they criticize its tendency to run hot, lack of programmable features, and occasional stability concerns, positioning it as a solid basic slow cooker for simple meals.
Everyday users love the Crock-Pot SCV700 for handling big roasts, easy cleanup, and its no-fuss manual controls, yet they frequently complain that it cooks too quickly, offers no timer, and can wobble, making it less ideal for precise slow-cooking needs.
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.
