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List of Mini Slow Cookers
Perhaps the most important thing about choosing a slow cooker is getting t
he sizing right. Sure, there is the variant
In features to consider, along with unique brands and prices. But, if you want quality food you need to get the sizing
The reason for this is that slow cookers work best when they're partially full. Specifically, you want it to be somewhere
Between two-thirds and three-quarters full. This allows for the best cooking and means that your outcomes will match
The recipe that you have at hand.
For many people, the simple answer is a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker, which will be the right size for feeding a
family. But, if you live on your own or want a slow cooker for sides as Opposed to primary meals, sometimes smaller is
better. Little slow cookers may not be as common but there is still a range of mini slow cookers on the market, some of
Which are fairly tiny.
So, in this list, we're going to look at the various mini slow cookers that are out there and what their differences
actually are. Now, as a warning, there are a whole lot of options. However, some of them do tend to be better than others.
We are also only focusing on models that are currently for sale on Amazon.
That are harder to find, but if you're shopping online, then Amazon will be a wonderful place to start. Many other
Shopping outlets do not update their website enough to have a clear picture of what is in inventory, charge extra for transport,
and
May be selling outdated models.
We've also done a review of extra large slow cookers available, which can be great for cooking large meals for pot lucks,
Meal prepping, or hungry families!
Update: This is a gigantic collection of small slow cookers and it's growing fast. There's Lots of content here, so I just wanted
To pick a few models out that I thought were the best, so you don't have to go through the whole list.
Which tiny cooker you get depends on why you're buying it. If you are a single person versus two individuals, you'll want
Different styles of cookers. Some people might just want a small cooker to heat food up on the job. There are few on here
Which are best for serving small meals at pot lucks or events. Here are my selections, based on what you are looking for.
Tiny pot for one individual: Crock-Pot 2-Quart (Black). It also comes in red, but the reddish currently costs 2x more than
the black. They're on separate listings. You may have the ability to find a white or stainless one if you search.
Medium pot for two individuals: Cuisinart 3.5 Quart Programmable (stainless). This is the smallest programmable slow
Stove I could find. This particular version has lots of great reviews from other companies as well, and I did a full
review here.
Best portable small stove: Crock-Pot Lunch Warmer. Not technically a "cooker" since it just keeps food warm, but
best for transporting small meals. None of the mini cookers I could find had locking lids such as the Crock-Pot Cook &
Carry 6-quart (review) or the Bella 5-quart with locking lid (review). That is a review of this 6-quart version, but there's
A 5-quart version available also. You could choose the casserole dish from below, which is 3.5 quarts and has a locking
Lid, but it's kind of weird looking and not really designed to be a "hot lunch" transportation item.
Best for serving numerous meals: Bella 2.5 Quart Connectible (comes with two). This one's cool because you can add
More to your system, and serve things like hot dips or hot sides in a buffet. I did a full review of this one too, right
here.
1.5-Quart Slow Cookers
Proctor Silax Portable Slow Cooker
Brand: Proctor Silax
Model Number: 33116Y
Size: 1.5 quarts
This model may seem fairly basic but it's still a popular choice on Amazon. Much of the appeal seems to come from
The small size combined with the very low price. Additionally, the model does come with a 'lid latch strap', which is designed
So, this would be a good option for parties and so on, although at
1.5 quarts, you would be restricted in what you might actually fit in the device.
The biggest difference between this and the previous model appears to be shape. While this version is round, the other is
oval. The difference is not huge but the shape of a slow cooker may influence the meals that you can cook. For example,
You may realize that a few roasts will fit in an oval slow cooker but not in a round one, even if they both have the same
capacity.
Miles Kimball Elite Mini Slow Cooker
Brand: Miles Kimball
This model is another option if you would like something fairly inexpensive with basic functions. There isn't much exciting
About it and the brand isn't as well-known as the others but nevertheless, the slow cooker may be appealing for some. It's also
Worth noting that the 'auto' setting only seems to be the same as hot on other brands.
Crock Pot 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Crock-Pot
Size: 1.5 quarts
If you want a standard slow cooker, then this model is literally as simple as you can get. There are no temperature settings
And the model does not even have an on/off switch. Instead, you plug and unplug it from the wall.
Appears that the temperature is the equivalent of low on other slow cookers, though there is some debate about this.
The model does also appear to perform well, even though it only scores 3.8 stars on Amazon. From glancing through, it
Seems that the majority of the low reviews are because the slow cooker does not have temperature settings or an on/off switch.
While these areas are disadvantages, they are obvious before people buy the item.
Kitchen Selectives 1.5-Quart Slow Cooker
To tell the truth, I believe the focus of this slow cooker is on color more than anything else. The functions that it provides are
Pretty basic and are roughly what you watch for other versions around this budget.
However, the company does seem to offer Plenty of kitchen products in the same color, making it appealing for people
Who like to colour coordinate their kitchen.
Brand: Maxi-Matic
This version is fairly similar to many of the others that we've mentioned so far and, like those, one of the key
Interesting aspects is the size. Specifically, 1.5 quarts means that the version is best if you are only cooking for one or
Are making dips or sauces, as opposed to actual meals. It is also a very reasonable model in terms of cost and manages
To seem fairly elegant.
Brand: Nesco
Model Number: SC-150R
Size: 1.5 quarts
If you're looking for a small and basic slow cooker, then this model from Nesco is another option.
Popular on Amazon and even comes in a few distinct colors.
Now, it is not clear why the model says auto as one of the options. But, looking at what reviewers have to say, this is
Basically just the warm setting that you would find on other versions.
RoadPro 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: RoadPro
Model Number: RPSL-350
For the most part, this model is a fairly overpriced 1.5-quart slow cooker, especially as it's no buttons or settings to
Turn it on or off. However, the one redeeming feature is that this is designed to plug into a lighter socket in the car,
Rather than relying exclusively on a power plug. It's easy to see the benefit for somebody who is traveling and
Wants a home cooked meal.
However, outside of that specialized use, this slow cooker isn't a particularly good choice and you will find better options
for your kitchen.
Brand: Kitchen Selectives
Model Number: SC-152
Size: 1.5 quarts
As the picture indicates, this slow cooker is small and doesn't offer you a keep warm function. The model's one benefit is
Simply it's inexpensive. However, there are other models earlier in this list which are the same size and cost but
also have the ability to keep food warm.
Rival Dip Master Slow Cooker
Brand: Rival
Model Number: SCR151-WG-NP
Size: 1.5 quarts
If you would like basic, this is just another choice that fits that bill. Like the Crock-Pot model earlier, this one has no
settings
And you just plug or unplug it if needed. The one benefit is the very low price. But , frankly, you can get a slow
Cooker with settings for a similar cost.
Additionally, the version from Crock-Pot is less expensive again and gets considerably better reviews on Amazon.
Toastmaster 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Toastmaster
Model Number: TM-151SCGT
Size: 1.5 quarts
Toastmaster is a fairly obscure brand when it comes to slow cookers. That probably explains why there are no reviews
Of the model on Amazon whatsoever. For the most part, it does seem like the slow cooker would work nicely, although there is
no keep warm function. The price is great too, although I would still be cautious about Purchasing the product simply because
of the lack of reviews.
Chefman 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Chefman
Model Number: RJ15-15-Red
Size: 1.5 quarts
Visually, this slow cooker version looks pretty good, which is something to do with the combination of black and red. It
Provides the low, warm and high functions that you typically see and is a good price for what you get. Chefman does
Also generate a variety of other slow cooker models and seems to be popular, which may be a reason to pick this
brand.
But this particular model doesn't have any reviews on Amazon, so it's hard to know how well it actually
performs.
2-Quart Slow Cookers
Rival 2 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Rival
Model Number: MD-YHJ20DB
Size: 2 quarts
There is not much about this slow cooker that's unusual. Like most others, it has three settings (high, low and warm)
And it also features an indicator light for when the power is on. The only unusual thing about it is the size, as 2 quarts is
Relatively uncommon compared to many other sizes. However, the model doesn't get great reviews, so it's probably
Better to look for a different product, especially as there is no shortage of miniature slow cookers out there.
Elite Cuisine Maxi-Matic Oval Slow Cooker
Brand: Maxi-Matic
Model Number: MST-275XR
Size: 2 quarts
Here is another 2-quart version, now coming from Maxi-Matic. Compared to the previous slow cooker, this one
does have better reviews. However, it is also considerably more expensive, despite having the exact same functions. At
The same time, there aren't enough reviews to really understand how well the toaster really performs.
Continental Electric 2-Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Continental Electric
Model Number: CP43729
Size: 2 quarts
In terms of features, this model has the same offerings as the previous 2-quart slow cooker. But, it's not actually
Clear why this one is more costly. You do find slow cookers in the price range and above, but they are typically
Bigger with more features. Perhaps this is a hard-to-find version, or it is just low on stock.
In contrast, this model seems pretty basic and the reviews suggest that the quality is not the great either. On Amazon,
The average rating is 3.6 stars, across 18 reviews. That's not horrible but with so many options out there, it is not hard
to do better.
El Paso 2 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: El Paso
Model Number: BLA10077
Size: 2 quarts
El Paso is a common brand but not one that you'd typically associate with slow cookers. To be honest, the branding is
The only real difference here, as the price and features are fairly similar to what most other manual slow cookers have
to offer. Reviews suggest that the product performs well enough, although there haven't been a good deal of sales.
Perhaps the most important thing about choosing a slow cooker is getting t
In features to consider, along with unique brands and prices. But, if you want quality food you need to get the sizing
The reason for this is that slow cookers work best when they're partially full. Specifically, you want it to be somewhere
Between two-thirds and three-quarters full. This allows for the best cooking and means that your outcomes will match
The recipe that you have at hand.
For many people, the simple answer is a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker, which will be the right size for feeding a
family. But, if you live on your own or want a slow cooker for sides as Opposed to primary meals, sometimes smaller is
better. Little slow cookers may not be as common but there is still a range of mini slow cookers on the market, some of
Which are fairly tiny.
So, in this list, we're going to look at the various mini slow cookers that are out there and what their differences
actually are. Now, as a warning, there are a whole lot of options. However, some of them do tend to be better than others.
We are also only focusing on models that are currently for sale on Amazon.
That are harder to find, but if you're shopping online, then Amazon will be a wonderful place to start. Many other
Shopping outlets do not update their website enough to have a clear picture of what is in inventory, charge extra for transport,
and
May be selling outdated models.
We've also done a review of extra large slow cookers available, which can be great for cooking large meals for pot lucks,
Meal prepping, or hungry families!
Update: This is a gigantic collection of small slow cookers and it's growing fast. There's Lots of content here, so I just wanted
To pick a few models out that I thought were the best, so you don't have to go through the whole list.
Which tiny cooker you get depends on why you're buying it. If you are a single person versus two individuals, you'll want
Different styles of cookers. Some people might just want a small cooker to heat food up on the job. There are few on here
Which are best for serving small meals at pot lucks or events. Here are my selections, based on what you are looking for.
Tiny pot for one individual: Crock-Pot 2-Quart (Black). It also comes in red, but the reddish currently costs 2x more than
the black. They're on separate listings. You may have the ability to find a white or stainless one if you search.
Medium pot for two individuals: Cuisinart 3.5 Quart Programmable (stainless). This is the smallest programmable slow
Stove I could find. This particular version has lots of great reviews from other companies as well, and I did a full
review here.
Best portable small stove: Crock-Pot Lunch Warmer. Not technically a "cooker" since it just keeps food warm, but
best for transporting small meals. None of the mini cookers I could find had locking lids such as the Crock-Pot Cook &
Carry 6-quart (review) or the Bella 5-quart with locking lid (review). That is a review of this 6-quart version, but there's
A 5-quart version available also. You could choose the casserole dish from below, which is 3.5 quarts and has a locking
Lid, but it's kind of weird looking and not really designed to be a "hot lunch" transportation item.
Best for serving numerous meals: Bella 2.5 Quart Connectible (comes with two). This one's cool because you can add
More to your system, and serve things like hot dips or hot sides in a buffet. I did a full review of this one too, right
here.
1.5-Quart Slow Cookers
Proctor Silax Portable Slow Cooker
Brand: Proctor Silax
Model Number: 33116Y
Size: 1.5 quarts
This model may seem fairly basic but it's still a popular choice on Amazon. Much of the appeal seems to come from
The small size combined with the very low price. Additionally, the model does come with a 'lid latch strap', which is designed
So, this would be a good option for parties and so on, although at
1.5 quarts, you would be restricted in what you might actually fit in the device.
The biggest difference between this and the previous model appears to be shape. While this version is round, the other is
oval. The difference is not huge but the shape of a slow cooker may influence the meals that you can cook. For example,
You may realize that a few roasts will fit in an oval slow cooker but not in a round one, even if they both have the same
capacity.
Miles Kimball Elite Mini Slow Cooker
Brand: Miles Kimball
This model is another option if you would like something fairly inexpensive with basic functions. There isn't much exciting
About it and the brand isn't as well-known as the others but nevertheless, the slow cooker may be appealing for some. It's also
Worth noting that the 'auto' setting only seems to be the same as hot on other brands.
Crock Pot 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Crock-Pot
Size: 1.5 quarts
If you want a standard slow cooker, then this model is literally as simple as you can get. There are no temperature settings
And the model does not even have an on/off switch. Instead, you plug and unplug it from the wall.
Appears that the temperature is the equivalent of low on other slow cookers, though there is some debate about this.
The model does also appear to perform well, even though it only scores 3.8 stars on Amazon. From glancing through, it
Seems that the majority of the low reviews are because the slow cooker does not have temperature settings or an on/off switch.
While these areas are disadvantages, they are obvious before people buy the item.
Kitchen Selectives 1.5-Quart Slow Cooker
To tell the truth, I believe the focus of this slow cooker is on color more than anything else. The functions that it provides are
Pretty basic and are roughly what you watch for other versions around this budget.
However, the company does seem to offer Plenty of kitchen products in the same color, making it appealing for people
Who like to colour coordinate their kitchen.
Brand: Maxi-Matic
This version is fairly similar to many of the others that we've mentioned so far and, like those, one of the key
Interesting aspects is the size. Specifically, 1.5 quarts means that the version is best if you are only cooking for one or
Are making dips or sauces, as opposed to actual meals. It is also a very reasonable model in terms of cost and manages
To seem fairly elegant.
Brand: Nesco
Model Number: SC-150R
Size: 1.5 quarts
If you're looking for a small and basic slow cooker, then this model from Nesco is another option.
Popular on Amazon and even comes in a few distinct colors.
Now, it is not clear why the model says auto as one of the options. But, looking at what reviewers have to say, this is
Basically just the warm setting that you would find on other versions.
RoadPro 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: RoadPro
Model Number: RPSL-350
For the most part, this model is a fairly overpriced 1.5-quart slow cooker, especially as it's no buttons or settings to
Turn it on or off. However, the one redeeming feature is that this is designed to plug into a lighter socket in the car,
Rather than relying exclusively on a power plug. It's easy to see the benefit for somebody who is traveling and
Wants a home cooked meal.
However, outside of that specialized use, this slow cooker isn't a particularly good choice and you will find better options
for your kitchen.
Brand: Kitchen Selectives
Model Number: SC-152
Size: 1.5 quarts
As the picture indicates, this slow cooker is small and doesn't offer you a keep warm function. The model's one benefit is
Simply it's inexpensive. However, there are other models earlier in this list which are the same size and cost but
also have the ability to keep food warm.
Rival Dip Master Slow Cooker
Brand: Rival
Model Number: SCR151-WG-NP
Size: 1.5 quarts
If you would like basic, this is just another choice that fits that bill. Like the Crock-Pot model earlier, this one has no
settings
And you just plug or unplug it if needed. The one benefit is the very low price. But , frankly, you can get a slow
Cooker with settings for a similar cost.
Additionally, the version from Crock-Pot is less expensive again and gets considerably better reviews on Amazon.
Toastmaster 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Toastmaster
Model Number: TM-151SCGT
Size: 1.5 quarts
Toastmaster is a fairly obscure brand when it comes to slow cookers. That probably explains why there are no reviews
Of the model on Amazon whatsoever. For the most part, it does seem like the slow cooker would work nicely, although there is
no keep warm function. The price is great too, although I would still be cautious about Purchasing the product simply because
of the lack of reviews.
Chefman 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Chefman
Model Number: RJ15-15-Red
Size: 1.5 quarts
Visually, this slow cooker version looks pretty good, which is something to do with the combination of black and red. It
Provides the low, warm and high functions that you typically see and is a good price for what you get. Chefman does
Also generate a variety of other slow cooker models and seems to be popular, which may be a reason to pick this
brand.
But this particular model doesn't have any reviews on Amazon, so it's hard to know how well it actually
performs.
2-Quart Slow Cookers
Rival 2 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Rival
Model Number: MD-YHJ20DB
Size: 2 quarts
There is not much about this slow cooker that's unusual. Like most others, it has three settings (high, low and warm)
And it also features an indicator light for when the power is on. The only unusual thing about it is the size, as 2 quarts is
Relatively uncommon compared to many other sizes. However, the model doesn't get great reviews, so it's probably
Better to look for a different product, especially as there is no shortage of miniature slow cookers out there.
Elite Cuisine Maxi-Matic Oval Slow Cooker
Brand: Maxi-Matic
Model Number: MST-275XR
Size: 2 quarts
Here is another 2-quart version, now coming from Maxi-Matic. Compared to the previous slow cooker, this one
does have better reviews. However, it is also considerably more expensive, despite having the exact same functions. At
The same time, there aren't enough reviews to really understand how well the toaster really performs.
Continental Electric 2-Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: Continental Electric
Model Number: CP43729
Size: 2 quarts
In terms of features, this model has the same offerings as the previous 2-quart slow cooker. But, it's not actually
Clear why this one is more costly. You do find slow cookers in the price range and above, but they are typically
Bigger with more features. Perhaps this is a hard-to-find version, or it is just low on stock.
In contrast, this model seems pretty basic and the reviews suggest that the quality is not the great either. On Amazon,
The average rating is 3.6 stars, across 18 reviews. That's not horrible but with so many options out there, it is not hard
to do better.
El Paso 2 Quart Slow Cooker
Brand: El Paso
Model Number: BLA10077
Size: 2 quarts
El Paso is a common brand but not one that you'd typically associate with slow cookers. To be honest, the branding is
The only real difference here, as the price and features are fairly similar to what most other manual slow cookers have
to offer. Reviews suggest that the product performs well enough, although there haven't been a good deal of sales.
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