Reddit reviews Crock-Pot 6.5-Quart, Programmable Touchscreen Slow Cooker, Silver, SCVT650-PS
We found 11 Reddit comments about Crock-Pot 6.5-Quart, Programmable Touchscreen Slow Cooker, Silver, SCVT650-PS. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.
Oval-shaped slow cooker with 6-1/2-quart removable stoneware crockTouchscreen control panel without the static clings; programmable cooking time; auto keep-warmPolished stainless steel exterior; metal side handles with silicone stay-cool wrapsDishwasher-safe crock and glass lid for easy cleanup; bonus cookbook includedMeasures approximately 16-1/2 by 8-2/3 by 12-1/5 inches; 1-year limited warranty
This one was the top crock pot reviewed by Cooks Country. I asked for it and received it for Christmas and I can recommend it.
I've been looking for a croc pot to do something like this with. I have some questions.
A. Do you think this one would work?
B. What exactly are the spices that you use, how are the meals portioned, and what do you store them in?
NOTE: I posted the winning model before but am posting a more in-depth review here with photos instead of amazon links. ~OP
From America's Test Kitchen Season 4: Road Food at Home
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WINNER
Rated as HIGHLY RECOMMENDED:
Crock-Pot Countdown Touchscreen Digital Slow Cooker - $129.99
> The control panel on this 6.5-quart slow cooker is extremely easy to use, and the timer counted up to 20 hours, even on high. Sunday gravy thickened to the correct consistency, pot roast was tender and sliceable, and onions caramelized perfectly.
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Rated as RECOMMENDED:
> Pot roast and gravy cooked to the correct consistency, and temperatures fell into the right ranges. But we got equally good results from our top-ranked model at a much lower price. The button controls are easy to use, but the timer could not be set for more than six hours on high.
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Two were rated as RECOMMENDED WITH RESERVATIONS:
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Three others were NOT RECOMMENDED:
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> This timer-less machine ran the hottest on high, meaning onions burned, and Sunday gravy was dry. On low, it took almost eight hours to reach its high temperature and failed to reach the food-safe temperature of 140 degrees within two hours.
I think we have the same slow cooker, is it this one? I freakin' love that thing.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001KVZTFO?redirect=true&ref_=s9_simh_gw_g79_i2_r
Crock-Pot Programmable Touchscreen Slow Cooker
Really? There are tons of them you can purchase. https://www.amazon.com/Crock-Pot-6-5-Quart-Programmable-Touchscreen-SCVT650-PS/dp/B001KVZTFO
So I found this /r/ATKGear subreddit which has America's Test Kitchen equipment recommendations (the most valuable part of a subscription to them as far as I'm concerned) and they suggest this Crock Pot SCVT650; however, I've found that the lower rated reviews point out some pretty glaring cons to this model -- specifically the fact that people complain about the lid not fitting and the insert cracking... I guess that wouldn't be a huge deal if you could replace them, but according to the Crock Pot website the inserts have been on "backorder" for the better part of a year. Apparently this model is only 8" high as well which seems very low for something that is supposed to cook large volumes of food, especially since most other units I'm looking at are at least 15"... what's up with that?
Also, this model apparently has some issues with getting really hot on the exterior, which isn't as much of a problem for me personally, but probably points out some poor design. People say it's even too hot to carry by the insulated handles.
I know almost every item on amazon is going to have some crazy bad review due to some person probably using the unit improperly, however it's been nearly impossible to even find a reliable brand of slow cooker that doesn't seem to be plagued by unresolvable issues, other than buying a new unit.
Newer models do not all work as slow cookers. Due to potential legal liability involving food poisoning many modern slow cookers heat up way too fast, even when set to low.
I've heard good things about this model from Crockpot. Personally I still use my grandmothers crockpot from the 70s.
I just got this one around Christmas and I love it. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001KVZTFO/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_KU5gtb176W94Q
I've been very happy with my touchscreen Crock Pot! I got it because I wanted an upgrade from the simple knob design, and I've liked the programming features and the auto-warm setting.