West Bend 87905 Sluggish Cooker Massive Capability Non-stick Vessel with Variable Temperature Management Consists of Journey Lid and Thermal Carrying Case, 5-Quart, Silver

Wonderful Slow Cooker!
We purchased this in May 2023 as our nearly 30 year old West Bend slow cooker suddenly stopped working.We wanted another West Bend since our previous cooker was great, reliable and dependable. What a difference 30 years makes! LOLThis has a very nice design and you can remove the pot and use it on the stove top. We always brown our meat before starting the slow cooking process so being able to remove the pot is very useful and convenient.We have used this six times so far and it works great! It is a wonderful look and excellent capacity for your slow cooker meals. The largest amount of meat we’ve put in has been just over 4 pounds and there was plenty of room for liquid/broth, vegetables and more ingredients.This has been a fantastic replacement slow cooker. It is easy to clean and use. Very reliable thus far.The only caveat I would add is it is a slow cooker, not a hurry up cooker. The one time we used it on high we overcooked the beef and it was a little tough. We’ve learned our lesson and use lower settings for a longer period of time and everything has been simply delicious.I don’t have a use for the griddle as I have a 22″ griddle so I can’t comment to the quality of that.

Stay away
I purchased this in January 2023. Ever since I used it the first time there is a knocking sound when it’s plugged in and cooking. Didn’t think anything of it but every time I used it it happened. I also noticed I had a slow cooker yesterday, on low. The liquid in the crockpot was boiling… On the low setting. When I contacted the company for technical support, I explained I purchased it in January, it’s been making this pinging noise since day one, and there’s an issue with the heat temp settings. For some reason I Said they needed to submit to see if it could be replaced. They emailed me they told me yes it could be replaced but they will be calling me in a short time to collect my $15 to ship a new one out. I explain to them that it should be under warranty. Most electronics come with a one year warranty, and when I heard back from the company, they told me that it’s only a 30 day warranty. I’ve never heard of such a thing. When I ask him about the hanging and banging when it’s cooking, they said usually after 20 uses that sound goes away. Well, they didn’t have an answer for me when I said, unless I use this every single day within the first 30 days, it’s still not gonna be on the wrong team , but that pinging noise if it doesn’t go away. Well, they have nothing to say to me and I would never buy this again because of the warranty situation.

Seems to cook hotter than my old one
I had an older model for years, loved it. I thought I should update because the coating was wearing off. I like the shape of it and also the carrying case. But the temperature seems to run way hotter than my old one. I have to turn it down pretty low to keep it from boiling. So far I haven’t had any issues with the clicking sound. Sadly I’m not sure this one will last as as long my other one.

I love this slow cooker!
This is the 3rd one that I’ve had. I received the first one as a gift back in the 80’s. It actually still worked, but I started using it to melt beeswax, which really doesn’t clean up well. I bought the second one in 2012 and used it several times a week, often using it to make bone broth, which has to simmer on low for 3-5 days. It is so easy to use and easier to lift, move, and clean because the pot is so light. I just got a new one because the Teflon is scratched and starting to wear off. I still plan to use that one when I need the extra cooking space and will use a slow cooker bag in it. The new one is just slightly wider and more square, which is actually easier to use and clean. It’s great for pot roasts, roasting whole small chickens, soups, and easy one-pot meals like chili, coq au vin, lasagna, etc. I can put everything in the pot in the morning and have a great dinner later that day. The only thing I would change is to have an actual shut-off switch instead of unplugging to turn it off.

Easy to use. Cleans easy. No regrets. Love this crockpot. Cooks quicker than any other crockpot I have had. 4 breasts of chicken easily cooked within 3hrs. One hour on medium and 2 hrs. on Low. Love this !!!!!! Takes up small amt. of room on counter. Matches my stainless appliances. Bonus.

We have used this product less than 10 times. Unfortunately the finish has peeled and started bubbling. The unit also clicks very loud when on warm so is annoying. Product looked nice and transports well when bringing a dish to a party but with finish peeling it’s just not worth the risk.

Works great, clean up easyBUT, it make a loud clicking sound, very annoying