harmoACT, 2914
- 36 reviews
- 2 likes
A great value slow cooker, large enough for family!
This is a relatively simple slow cooker. But with one feature that many others lack, the "Keep Warm" function. Which is really handy when entertaining, or if your timing when cooking things may have been a bit "off".
With a 5.5L capacity, it can be considered (perhaps mistakenly) as interchangeable with other 5.5L slow cookers. However, it has a slightly rounder oval than many, and so it has the capacity to cook a large family-sized roast chicken, 4 lamb shanks (in a single layer), or large duck with room to spare. For stroganoff, soups, an...Read more
d other non-oddly shaped ingredients, you can easily feed an average family with 5.5L perhaps even for two meals. At a price of $34 (new) from Harvey Norman, it's hard to find a cheaper product from a name brand. We have been very satisfied by the results even on "High", despite the fact that we know that the results could be further improved on the slower (and lower) setting. Let's just put that down to our disorganisation. :-) We really can't complain about any aspect of it's use, functionality, or result. At all.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Adoyle235Port Macquarie
- 8 reviews
- 2 likes
Love it
This slow cooker is big enough to cook a generous family meal. The results are always good but I find a longer slower cook preferred. I sometimes put it on late a night on low and let it cook through the next day. This is great for fall apart pulled pork or beef. It's easy to clean but the ceramic cooking bowl is quite heavy.
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Maddy
- 5 reviews
Simply Great
Such a great appliance to have, just set and forget really. I find while im preparing my ingredients have the cooker on warm then when you put everything in it starts cooking straight away then I just leave it on low all day as im a full time mum it makes getting dinner ready for my husband easy. So easy to clean just washed out, i would highly recommend it.
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Leigh71Greater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 13 reviews
Wasted my time, money and food
Very disappointed that my corned beef and pickled pork for Christmas, came out so bland.
Thought it would be easier than on the stove, as I wouldn't need to watch it constantly. When I read the instructions I realised I needed a heat proof mat, or cutting board to put under it (not clear if they mean a 'heat proof cutting board?), so I used a board. Hate buying something, getting it home and realising you need another product to make it work! The counter got really hot, and my board now has splits in it, so it's in the bin.
I did the c...Read more
orned beef first, didn't really have much flavour, despite all the ingredients I put in, no where near as nice as the one I did last year on the stove (in 1 1/2 hours). So I did the pickled pork next, and doubled up all the herbs and spices. Again, really disappointing, even more bland than the beef. Really sad, I did really yummy ones last year on the stove. I will not use this again, I don't have a "heat proof mat", don't want to waste another board. I would never leave this on, unsupervised, as there is no timer or cut off switch. UPDATE: Harvey Norman decided this review was not suitable for their site, so be wary of their reviews. They only like positive ones.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Eco Livingbrisbane
- 6 reviews
Made my life so easy!
I love my slow cooker - easy and no fuss about it.
Allow me to cook soup, stew, curry as a super chef.
The only thing was the cable that got damage and could not find replacement - luckily hubby took care of it, does not look good, but still do the job.
The size suits more when I cook for 4 or plus people.
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VanessaAdelaide
- 8 reviews
- 10 likes
Easy to use, heavy to move.
Works great. Haven't had any issues and feel safe leaving this on all day while not home. Originally was for my mother however it was a bit too big and heavy so score for me. If you have trouble lifting heavy things then I would suggest a smaller one
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Jess
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
Perfect!
This slow cooker is perfect for large meals and small meals. It seals in the flavour on what ever dish you want to cook and keeps the food moist the whole way through. The food is never dry. I can even meal prep in this cooker for when I am running extra short on time.
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DavoTownsville
- 12 reviews
- SecretChef HP5520
- Verified purchase
Average performing cooker for a low price
I purchased this cooker for its reasonable price and the brand name Sunbeam. Cooker has low, high and keep warm temperature controls. Any temperature control makes the outside of the cooker too hot to touch as it sits on our bench the kids burn themselves. Otherwise it works well, easy to clean and nice large capacity.
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WizzyNSW, 2321
- 10 reviews
Great Slow Cooker
I had an old Tiffany slow cooker that served me very well for over 20 years, but I needed a new one. So I chose the Sunbeam 5520. It's awesome. Easy to clean, cooks very well, and stainless steel so it looks great as well. It has a black bowl as well which is a really good colour.
Love it!!
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Peter LimMelbourne
- 4 reviews
very useful
I'm very impress with this slow cooker it has been my life saviour during school terms. It's a good size big enought to make a couple of portions each time and then I just put it in the fridge and reheat whenever I need it. It cooks everything perfect. It even makes chicken breast super tender and soft which is every hard. Got another one as a gift for my friend. Definitely recommend it to my family and friends
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DebWillunga
- 9 reviews
- 10 likes
Really really good
I have no complaints about this slow cooker. I love it so much I bought one for my son and daughter in-law who also love theirs. We've had it for over five years and use it at least once a week. It's great to chuck everything in before work and come home to a delicious meal. Also a great size to make a large meal and either freeze the left overs or have them the next day.
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HollieAU
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
good slow cooker
Bought from Good Guys and am very happy with purchase. Good size - have been able to make a lot servings in the dish. My Only complaint is the dish is hard/awkward to clean being the shape, size and weight. All in all good product which gets the job done.
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WendyAdelaide
- 49 reviews
good product
I love this slow cooker you just chop up everything you need and place inside and walk away . it cooks everything perfectly . my family are very fussy eater and love the meals cooked from the slow cooker, it is great for the busy lifestyle and is so easy to clean I would defiantly recommend this slow cooker to anyone
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Jay GRocklea
- 3 reviews
- 1 like
Cant Live without it
Slow cookers are perfect for entertaining or people with busy lifestyles.. Chop everything up, put it in the pot and walk away.. I can't go past my sun beam, I also had a Kmart version as well, yet the I couldn't grasp the heat settings, where as my Sunbeam slow cookers is spot on everytime.
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Yang
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
Nice cooker!
I am quite happy with the cooking result. I usually use this to cook rice and the whole family are satisfied with the quality it cooked. It not that hard to wash just need use water to float it and leave it to dry. The features are a bit simple but already good enough to fit all the requirements in the daily life.
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Deb
- 5 reviews
Great cooker
Cooks meats very well very easy to clean one dish to clean. Everything is done as a one step cooking process. Very safe to use put it on and go to work meal cooked when you come home. Very easy to use no complicated dials and buttons just one dial for settings.
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Lidya LauAU
- 5 reviews
Very safe to use it
I got this from my friend for christmas present. Is so easy to use and the result is unbelievable. Being a busy mum never got time to cook properly, thanks to slow cooker now i don have to worry too much about cooking. Just put the meat and veggies and sauce in the morning then nearly dinner, everything is ready. Wow... so handy and more time to spend with my kids. Love it so much. cant live without slow cooker. Good brand, great product, and makes great food.
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Ebony GuytonBaldivis
- 2 reviews
Excellent addition to my kitchen
So happy with my new slow cooker, I've always thought it was a lazy way to cook but it is amazing!
The cleaning is so simple, it is one pot and that's it, you can even sear things on the stove gas top so literally one dish to clean.
I find that Sunbeam to be a reliable and excellent addition to anyones home.
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MakaveliSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 8 reviews
- 4 likes
- SecretChef HP5520
- Verified purchase
Good but not the best.
Good
1. Cooks meals such as lamb shanks pretty good.
2. 5.5l good size for family
3. Good price & value.
4. Cleaing unit is ok.
Bad:
1. Not that energy efficent.
2. Not stylish desigh, boring.
3. Product would have more features like temp control.
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J FergusonNSW, 2207
- 22 reviews
- 13 likes
!!!!CATASTROPHIC FAILURE!!!!
We have had it ONE MONTH, used it 5 times successfully...... Put a lamb Ragu on last night and woke to the Glass lid SHATTERED for NO apparent reason.
Ragu Ruined.
Slow cooker Stuffed.
Sunbeam we loved the meals it made when it was operational. What do we do now???
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Questions & Answers
Pierasked
Question for sunbeam .is the ceramic insert free of lead, cadmium and Teflon in the 5.5 litre slow cooker And other nasties . I purchased one but not happy with no concrete proof and confirmation thanks A
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Customer CareSunbeam
Hello Pier,
Yes it is a Lead-free glaze on ceramic pot and during standard testing the levels of lead & cadmium are negligible and meet American FDA standards.
This is all specified on the product page here: https://www.sunbeam.com.au/Cooking/Slow-Cookers/HP4520-SecretChef-Slow-Cooker-4.5L.aspx
Ok thanks I will check link
Regards
JULIE T.asked
What is the power wattage please?
1 answer
Customer C.Sunbeam
Hi JULIE T,
Thank you for contacting Sunbeam. HP4520 is 220-240W. HP5520 is 290-300W.
Kind regards, Sunbeam
janetauasked
Most Important: Is the Ceramic Coating Lead and Cadmium FREE in the Sunbeam Slow Cookers?
Slow Cooking can be Healthier for us (the Celsius being lower than a Gas Stove) but it becomes TOXIC when Lead and/or Cadmium are used in the glaze that coats the Ceramic Bowl OR Nasty Tephlon is used. Stainless Steel would be great - it's Good to have Options.
In the interest of Good Information Practices and Good Health, companies should always state on the package and advertisements if Ceramic Bowls, Oven Dishes, Cups and Plates are Lead and Cadmium FREE. This is a must in manufacture and buying practice for consumers. I have Oven Casserole Ceramic Dishes from a company overseas that openly state this Vital Info on the products. (Researcher 20+ Yrs)
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I do not know. At the same time I am old enough for it to be irrelevant.
Customer C.Sunbeam
Hi Janetau. All of Sunbeam's slow cooker inserts meet the necessary requirements.
@Customer C. That is fine for you to just say that, though it needs to be backed up with verifiable test reports supplied to the customer. I asked for the documented test reports and was told they aren't available.
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