Crock-Pot 7-Quart
Score: 69/100
Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1
Score: 79/100Rankings
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 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 | 6 qt | |
300 W | 1,200 Wbest | |
8best | — | |
204 °Cbest | — | |
120 Vbest | — | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
3best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 12.55 lbbest | 13.228 lb |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Servings(1) | ||
Capacity (qt) | 7 qt | 6 qt |
Features(1) | ||
Cooking Modes | Manual | 10-in-1 |
Power(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 300 W | 1200 W |
Controls(1) | ||
Programmable | false | true |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Inner Pot Material | Ceramic | Stainless steel |
Weight (lb) | 12.55 lb | 13.22773572 lb |
Dimensions(3) | ||
Height (in) | 10.4 in | 12.8 in |
Width (in) | 11.8 in | 12.7 in |
Depth (in) | 16.9 in | 13.0 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 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.
“top device for quick, delicious stews like stoofvlees, with no disadvantages found yet and excitement to explore functions”
