7 best slow cookers for comfort food season, according to Amazon shoppers

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Fox News · collected 2026-09-18 · by Caitlyn Martyn

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This article lists seven top-rated slow cookers based on Amazon customer reviews, covering various needs such as feeding a crowd or having limited kitchen space. It includes models from brands like Hamilton Beach and Crock-Pot, with features ranging from portability to multifunctionality. For instance, the Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 10-quart slow cooker costs $79.99 and is praised for its large capacity without taking up much counter space, making it ideal for gatherings. The best-reviewed model is the Crock-Pot 7-quart manual slow cooker at $44.99, noted for handling various dishes and receiving over 62,000 reviews with a high rating.
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Fox News published an article listing the top-rated slow cookers based on Amazon shoppers' reviews. The best options for different needs include Crock-Pot, Hamilton Beach, Our Place, and iCook brands. For feeding a large crowd, the Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 10-quart slow cooker is recommended at $79.99. It offers ample space for big meals without taking up too much counter space, making it ideal for family gatherings. One reviewer praised its ability to accommodate ribs alongside potatoes and onions, calling it perfect for hosting events.

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Caitlyn Martyn
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Crock-Pot Dream Cooker Hamilton Beach Our Place iCook

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Hamilton Beach GPE · 4× Amazon ORG · 3× Our Place ORG · 3× iCook ORG · 2× Crock-Pot ORG · 1× Hamilton Beach's GPE · 1× Our Place’s ORG · 1×

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Best mini slow cooker: Crock-Pot 2-quart manual slow cooker Best multifunction: Our Place Dream Cooker Best for easy cleanup: iCook 3.5-quart slow cooker with removable ceramic pot Best for transporting: Crock-Pot Design Series 7-quart programmable slow cooker Best for feeding a crowd: Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 10-quart slow cooker: $79.99 Hamilton Beach's extra-large slow cooker offers a deep cooking pot that fits large cuts of meat and family-size meals without taking up excessive counter space.
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A slow cooker cuts down on hands-on cooking time for hearty weeknight meals, letting soups, stews and other fall favorites simmer while you handle the rest of your day. asserted
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We rounded up top-rated models from Crock-Pot, Hamilton Beach, Our Place and more, with options for everything from small kitchens to family gatherings and tailgates. asserted
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Best mini slow cooker: Crock-Pot 2-quart manual slow cooker Best multifunction: Our Place Dream Cooker Best for easy cleanup: iCook 3.5-quart slow cooker with removable ceramic pot Best for transporting: Crock-Pot Design Series 7-quart programmable slow cooker Best for feeding a crowd: Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 10-quart slow cooker: $79.99 Hamilton Beach's extra-large slow cooker offers a deep cooking pot that fits large cuts of meat and family-size meals without taking up excessive counter space. asserted
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One reviewer said it easily fits ribs alongside potatoes and onions, adding, "I can be the queen of the family gathering. asserted
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With more than 62,000 reviews, a 4.6-star rating and more than 9,000 bought on Amazon in the past month, this 7-quart Crock-Pot is a popular pick. asserted
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Its roomy capacity handles everything from soups and stews to pot roasts and pulled chicken. asserted
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"This has become one of the most-used appliances in my kitchen because it makes preparing delicious meals incredibly simple," one reviewer wrote, adding that meals come out "tender, flavorful and perfectly cooked. asserted
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Three automatic cooking modes make it easy to prepare family-size meals with minimal hands-on effort. asserted
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"Use the included thermometer probe to check if your meat — like chicken, turkey or pork — is cooked to your liking," one reviewer wrote. asserted
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Once the meat reaches your programmed temperature, the slow cooker automatically switches to Warm. asserted
cooker → reach → Warm
October Amazon Prime Day starts soon — here are the dates, shopping tips and early deals Best mini slow cooker: Crock-Pot 2-quart manual slow cooker: $17.99 (25% off) Original price: $23.99 This 2-quart mini slow cooker is a practical option for anyone short on counter space or cooking for one to three people. asserted
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"It's simple to use, heats evenly and is great for soups, dips and shredded chicken," one reviewer said. asserted
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"Cleanup is easy, and it doesn't take up much room. asserted
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" Best multifunction: Our Place Dream Cooker: $199 Replace several countertop appliances with Our Place’s Dream Cooker, a 6-quart multi-cooker that pressure cooks, slow cooks, sautés and keeps food warm. asserted
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Its ceramic nonstick pot also makes cleanup easier. asserted
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"I bought it for its aesthetics, and I'm not shy about displaying it on my countertop," one reviewer wrote after using it for everything from fall-off-the-bone chicken to flavorful beans. asserted
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Best for easy cleanup: iCook 3.5-quart slow cooker with removable ceramic pot: $39.99 (20% off) Original price: $49.99 This 3.5-quart slow cooker is sized for three to four people and has a removable nonstick ceramic pot that goes straight into the dishwasher for easy cleanup. asserted
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One Amazon reviewer called it a "kitchen gem," noting that it makes "tender pot roasts, creamy soups and fall-off-the-bone stews with zero babysitting." asserted
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Cool-touch handles also make it easier to move from the kitchen to the table. asserted
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For more deals, visit www.foxnews.com/deals Best for transporting: Crock-Pot Design Series 7-quart programmable slow cooker: $69.95 (7% off) Original price: $74.95 Bring this Crock-Pot to potluck dinners and tailgates thanks to its locking lid, which helps prevent spills in transit. asserted
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One Amazon reviewer said they use it about three times a week for roast beef, turkey and pulled pork, noting that meats come out especially tender. asserted
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They also use leftovers to stretch meals throughout the week, turning Sunday roasts and its juices into stew a few days later. asserted
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If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can get these items sent to your door ASAP. asserted
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You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your shopping today. asserted
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