If you haven’t experienced the joys of owning a slow cooker then you are missing out. After coming home from a long day at work or endless errands, there is nothing better than being greeted by the lovely complex aroma of your slow cooked food waiting for you to enjoy. Knowing that all you have to do is serve yourself a dish makes it even better. There are countless slow cookers on the market today and it can be a little confusing as to what slow cooker is actually better. The following slow cooker reviews were hand picked by our staff and reviewed thoroughly to help you make the best choice when deciding what slow cooker to buy.

What should I look for when deciding what slow cooker to buy?

When you are reading over our reviews it’s best to keep several things in mind before deciding what slow cooker you will be using to make succulent, mouth watering dishes big enough for the whole family to enjoy.

Size matters - Make sure you don’t select a slow cooker that is too big or too small. Our slow cooker reviews go over actual usable size in the real world where meat comes in all shapes and sizes. For the average size family a slow cooker around 4 quarts is plenty. If you plan on serving a meal for a larger party then a 6 or 7 quart slow cooker is what you are looking for. Keep in mind there’s also different shapes to slow cookers as well. For most roasts and large meats like whole chickens an oblong shaped slow cooker will be perfect. If you plan to make a lot of stews and soups then a round slow cooker is what you want. Our slow cooker reviews discuss the exact dimensions of each slow cooker and how they work in the real world. For the proper size, you want your slow cooker to be about one-half to three-fourths full. If the cooker is too large for your meal then you risk burning the food.

Bells and whistles - Pay close attention to our slow cooker reviews as they go in depth on the features available. While some features sound nice, they aren’t very practical and not very usable in the real world. On the flip side of that coin, certain features that sound lame are features you might end up using in a day to day use! Do your research before you pick which slow cooker fits your needs. One very important feature found on several models is the automatic warm time. I personally use this feature every time I use my slow cooker as I am always on the go. I set the timer that the recipe calls for and if I happen to be out and about a few hours past that time, well no worries as my slow cooker will keep on the warm setting until I turn it off.

Best Slow Cookers of 2013

Want to skip wading through all of our slow cooker reviews and get right to the best slow cookers of 2013? Well you’ve come to the right place as we continually update our best slow cookers of 2013 list to make sure you have the latest and greatest slow cookers on the market today. Not only that, we break out best slow cookers list in to 3 different categories so you can find the best slow cooker that fits your needs.

Slow Cooker Reviews

Cuisinart PSC-350

3.5 Quart capacity
4 Heat settings (Warm, Simmer, Low, High)
3 year Warranty

“In our opinion, the ultimate 3.5 Quart Slow cooker on the market!”

Hamilton Beach 33967 Set n’ Forget

6 Quart capacity
3 automatic settings
Thermostat LCD feedback

“Wonderful slow cooker with automatic warm setting and thermostat at a great value!”

Westbend 84915

5 Quart capacity pot that can be used in the oven or range
Heating base can be used as a griddle
Insulated tote bag for storage

“The most versatile mid priced slow cooker on the market!”

Crock-Pot SCCPVL610-S

6 Quart capacity
3 automatic settings
Locking lid for worry free transport

“Great basic 6 quart slow cooker with a locking lid that makes transport worry free!”

Crock-Pot SCVT650-PS

6.5 Quart capacity
Programmable Touchscreen
Bonus cookbook included

“An improved version of the 610, the 650′s touchscreen is just sleek and easy to use!”

Crock-Pot SCRBC750-BS

3 x 2.5 Quart capacity
Individual 3-heat settings
Includes serving spoons

“Ever wish you had a 2nd slow cooker? Now you won’t need to with this amazing Crock Pot!”

DeLonghi DCP707

5 Quart capacity
Beautiful design
3 Heat settings with auto warm

“If you came to our slow cooker reviews to find the ultimate slow cooker in the middle weight class then this is truly one worth giving more consideration”

Ninja 3-in-1 Cooking System MC701

6.5 Quart capacity
Steam roast, bake, sear, slow cook, simmer and saute.
Roasting pan included

“The Ninja MC701 transcends traditional slow cookers with it’s features!”

Breville BSC560XL

7 Quart capacity
Nonstick aluminum insert can be used on the stove top or oven
Temperature control dial with 3 heat settings

“The Breville BSC560XL’s ability to sear on the stove or in the oven is what makes this slow cooker stand out.”

Cuisinart Cook Central Multi-Cooker

7 Quart capacity
Steam roast, bake, sear, slow cook, simmer and saute.
Steaming rack

“Gives the Ninja a run for it’s money with it’s combination cooking setting.”