Slow cookers

What's behind our slow cooker Ratings?

Experts at our National Testing and Research Center tested 8 models in slow cookers to see which ones perform best.

We look for:

Overall score
Overall score primarily reflects convenience because cooking tests revealed no significant differences in taste or texture.
Convenience
Convenience indicates clarity of controls, ease of programming and cleaning (of both the exterior and the pot), and the inclusion of helpful features.
Dimensions HxWxD
Dimensions are rounded up to the nearest inch.

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Recommended slow cookers

Recommended slow cookers are standout choices with high scores. They include CR Best Buys, which offer exceptional value. When narrowing your choices, weigh features, price, and attributes that matter to you.

Recommended slow cookers

Slow cooker buying guide

To find the slow cooker that is right for you, read our expert advice on which features to consider and how to find the best value.

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The slow cookers that we tested (all with a 6- to 7-quart capacity) turned out tasty spare ribs, pulled pork, honey chicken wings, and apple brown Betty. Prices, which ranged from $40 to $250, didn't predict performance. If you're looking for information about slow cookers, Consumer Reports is your best resource. Consumer Reports’ slow cooker reviews will give you honest buying advice that you can trust. Use our slow cooker buying guide to discover which features are most important to consider. We also provide unbiased Ratings and slow cooker reviews to help you choose the best slow cooker for your needs.

Ratings & recommended slow cookers

Slow cookers (8)

Recommended models are standout choices with high scores. They include CR Best Buys, which offer exceptional value. When narrowing your choices among models, weigh performance, features, price, and attributes that matter to you, such as color, size, or style.

Slow cooker buying guide

The faster the pace of your life, the better slow cookers look. What's not to like about stirring together ingredients in the morning, attending to other tasks while the slow cooker bubbles away on the kitchen counter, and spooning out a completed dinner come evening?

The slow cookers that we tested (all with a 6-to-7-quart capacity) turned out tasty spare ribs, pulled pork, honey chicken wings, and apple brown Betty. Prices, which ranged from $40 to $250, didn't predict performance.

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