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5.0 out of 5 stars
Stop Searching the Reviews! This is the one!, April 23, 2010
This review is from: Crock-Pot SCCPTP600P 6-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker, Polished Stainless Steel (Kitchen)
Searched for hours through the various reviews and was frustrated by the mediocre ratings of really expensive and not so expensive slow cookers. Wanted away from manual controls which sometimes get turned to a setting between clicks and the cooker doesn't heat up. This one is perfect. Doesn't overheat and doesn't under heat. Timer sets with a single push of a button and after cooking there is a keep warm feature that automatically kicks in. Black crock doesn't show stains and the lid is double vented and has a gasket that works. Bought what I thought to be stainless steel but it is actually bright chrome. Makes great meals. If there is negative, the cooker is a substantial size, so make sure you have the counter space (or storage space)!!
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56 of 59 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Your search definitely stops here!, December 29, 2010
This review is from: Crock-Pot SCCPTP600P 6-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker, Polished Stainless Steel (Kitchen)
My previous slow cooker was a Crock Pot manual version, but the stoneware busted while we were moving. I'm a review fanatic, and my knee jerk reaction was to start browsing the reviews on Amazon before purchasing a new one. I really liked the unique, updated look of this one, so as a Kitchen Designer - naturally I gravitate towards the aesthetics. That, combined with the high reviews, sold me on this model.
Pros:
- If you have existing stainless steel appliances, and/or are looking for something a little more 'updated' - this slow cooker will look extremely sharp sitting on your counter top. I've had two of my girlfriends already ask where I got it, and even my husband commented on the cool factor compared to our last slow cooker.
- I've cooked 4 meals in this so far (went a little slow cooker crazy the first week!) and all have cooked perfectly. I personally don't feel that this one runs 'too hot', which is a complaint many have about the newer crock pots.
- The digital countdown timer is a big plus. Something I didn't know I really even needed or would want, but now that I have one, I cant see going back to a manual slow cooker. I believe there is also a manual version of this particular model for $10 or so cheaper, and I have to say spend the extra money if you can for the count down timer. For as many times as some of us use our slow cookers, you will appreciate having it. Manual will do the job, but I get pretty busy and sometimes forget how long x meal has been cooking or what time I started the meal.
- Cord storage! Didnt even realize it had it when ordering, but it was a pleasant surprise!
- Fold away handles. They fold out far enough where it keeps your hands from ever having contact with the heat of the crock itself should you need to move it around, and quickly fold back down .
- Did I mention it looks cool on your countertops?! :D
Cons:
- This may or may not be a con, but I have a feeling it might be for some. The stainless steel is polished and mirror-like in quality almost. Not a brushed steel, therefore fingerprints may be a little more visible. Good news is, a swipe of a paper towel quickly gets rid of them.
- There is an initial plastic/electrical smell the first time you use it, but my husband and I determined its from the base/heating element of the crock pot, and not the stoneware or lid as I've read with some complaints of other slow cookers. It was gone after a few hours of use, and never seeped into the food. If you have concerns about the potential smell, I would recommend plugging it in somewhere well ventilated outside of the kitchen and letting it heat up for a few hours. I have a two year old, so I popped the garage open, and let it run out there so it could dissipate just to be safe. No smell afterwards whatsoever, and definitely no odd tasted left in the food or stoneware since.
- The outside gets does get pretty warm, so I would make a mental note of that if little kids are around. (It definitely wont leave a burn on your hand, though)
Overall, would definitely buy again! I'm pretty finicky when it comes to appliances, but this one for sure passed the test in my book!
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28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
MY FAVORITE CROCK-POT EVER!!!!, October 30, 2010
This review is from: Crock-Pot SCCPTP600P 6-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker, Polished Stainless Steel (Kitchen)
I purchased this Crock-Pot after doing a lot of research and for the money spent, I think I hit it spot on. It cooks like a dream and I would definitely put it up beside the more expensive brands. The only problem, and it's not really too much of a problem, is that it is huge. So if you don't have cabinet or pantry space in which to store it, you may have to leave it sitting on the counter. It is a little bulky (and heavy when full) to take out to pot-luck dinners also. One more thing-- I think I am going to have to be careful with the bottom of it as the four "legs" may get chipped without careful handling. They are made out of hard plastic. What I consider to be a be a big plus with this model is its retractable cord. As I have found true with all the other models, there was really no convenient method to get the cord out of the way for storing when it was not in use. This one just stores inside the base and you pull it out when ready to plug it in. If you are looking for a new one, this may be the one. When I came across this model, it was one I had never seen before and I have looked a lot of places. I personally feel you can't go wrong. It has all the qualities we have come to expect in a Crock-Pot plus a few more. If you are looking for a pot you can brown a roast in on the stove top then slow cook in the same pot , this is not the one for you. This one cannot be used on the stove-top. For my needs it is perfect. Thanks Amazon for the good price and once again for offering this quality product.
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