Slow Cookers & Accessories (35 items found)

Simplify cooking and enjoy more delicious results from your favorite recipes with the right small appliances. Slow cookers, immersion cookers and multi-cookers are all appliances that expand your meal prep possibilities. Find the right one for your needs at Ace Hardware.

Slow Cooker vs. Sous Vide Immersion Cooker vs. Multi-Cooker

Slow cookers, immersion cookers and multi-cookers may look similar at first glance, but these appliances have different functions.

• Slow cookers: A slow cooker cooks food slowly at low temperatures, giving you the ability to safely prepare meals while you're at work or doing chores.
• Sous vide cooker: Also called a sous vide immersion cooker or simply an immersion cooker, this gets filled with water prior to use and has a propeller inside to keep the water circulating. To use one, you place food in vacuum-sealed bags inside the cooker.
• Multi-cooker: A multi-cooker offers a variety of different cooking modes to work like numerous appliances. Each model has its own set of cooking options, which may include slow cooking, roasting, rice making, air frying and more.

What to Consider When Buying a Slow Cooker

Some features to take into consideration when shopping for a new slow cooker include:

• Materials: A ceramic slow cooker holds heat well to assist with the cooking process, while a stainless steel slow cooker resists scratching and damage due to its durable steel construction.
• Capacity: Slow cooker capacities are typically measured in quarts.
• Dimensions: If you're looking for a traveling slow cooker, consider the heights, lengths and widths, so you get a model that will be easy to transport. The overall dimensions of a slow cooker may also be important if you have limited counter or storage space in your kitchen.
• Settings: Some slow cookers have multiple heat settings for customizing performance. You can also find models with specialized cooking modes for certain foods, such as meats or vegetables.
• Functionality: A programmable slow cooker gives you the ability to start cooking even when you're away from home.
• Dishwasher compatibility: With some slow cookers, you can remove the inner chamber and place it in the dishwasher for easy cleanup after use.

Slow Cooker Liners

Some people use aluminum or parchment paper when cooking with their slow cookers. Another option is using dedicated slow cooker liners. These liners help you make cleaning up a cinch. Once you’re done serving your meal, you can simply remove the liner from your slow cooker and toss it in the trash.

Slow Cookers from Crock-Pot and Other Brands

Look for Crock Pot slow cookers as well as insulated bags and slow cooker liners. Although synonymous with slow cookers, Crock Pot is but one reputable brand available at Ace Hardware. You can also find slow cookers and immersion cookers from other brands, including Hamilton Beach and Weston.

Shop Slow Cookers Near You at Ace

Whether you're looking for an immersion cooker, a slow cooker or a multi-cooker, Ace Hardware has to suit your needs. Shop slow cookers near you at your local store to compare models in person and get buying advice from one of our knowledgeable associates.

Learn more about slow cooker liners that will fit your new appliance and cut down on cleaning time, as well as other time-saving kitchen appliances like food dehydrators, toasters, griddles and meat slicers. Shop online or in-store today.