Absolutely the best slow cooker hands down. So simple to use big buttons, big display screen and very straight forward. The bowl insert is very easy to clean with warm soapy water and a cloth no need for scrubbing. The cord stores underneath well. Only downside is the size of the unit therefore takes up a bit of storage space but that big size is a positive when cooking big meals.

Please help me. I got sunbeam 5.5 ltr slow cooker as a gift. is it as same as rice cooker???? .. can I cook rice 3 times a day also is it as fast as rice cooker???? I wanted to buy one actually but ended up with this as a gift. can u suggest me?

After reading up on different models I chose this one and checked its rating on choice website as they test a lot of them and compare them. I was very happy to find it was rated as one of the best ones . I love the fact that it has browning option mainly because it gets the meal started cooking very quickly, I start it on browning to sear meat sauté onions etc then bring everything to boil then press slow cooker button and start and it simmers away with great results. I make chilli con carne, soups, pasta sauce, meat casseroles, curry etc. very easy to clean and lightweight dish is so much safer and easier than my old heavy crock pot. Can't wait to try more recipes .

I love everything about it looks fantastic,cooks beautifully very easy to clean and best of all I don't have to stand over a hot cooktop or oven,I just wish they included a bigger recipe book.I would highly recommend this because not only is it a slow cooker but it has the function to sear as well.

When our slow cooker final gave up the ghost it was with some trepidation that we started looking for and researching a replacement. Slow cooking was our preferred cooking method due to goo results, economy and convenience.
Our Sunbeam Secret Chef has not disappointed. It performs well and in fact is just a little easier to clean. (Older arthritic hands were beginning to have difficulty lifting heavy insert). We are very happy with our choice.

Love how easy it is to operate. The searing option works really well and adds to overall flavour of meal. Super easy to clean, nice and light cooking insert makes it easy to pick up and wash up. Large enough to make double recipe for larger families or group dinners. Control panel easy to access and set up. Highly recommend this for easy healthy meals.

Unfortunately, it doesn't have a delay timer. Setting it to cut in at a later time would be better. When I use the slow cook 8 hours, everything is way overdone by the time I get to it. So now I'm only letting it cook for about 4 hours then let it stay on warmer, which is about 80C, until I get home. I was hoping to use it on the days when I'm away all day. But 8 hours cooking is too long. I'm still experimenting. Hoping it will be a great investment. If you use it when you're there, it's great, because you can check it. Did slow cook lamb for about 3-4hrs, and it was perfect. I normally cook them in the oven for more than 10hrs. So, it definitely has it's benefits. Just need to experiment, and figure it out.

Super easy to clean. Love being about to seat onions etc prior to putting it onto slow cook. Also love the warm feature. We usually eat early and I leave it on warm until my husband gets home. It is really warm!!! Not burning, doesn't keep cooking. Just perfect. Love it. I have had three different slow cookers and this is my favourite.

I never thought I would use a slow cooker but I now use it heaps! Great for casseroles, pulled pork, chilli con carne, slow cooked lamb, etc. Cleans really easily. Big enough to make double recipes to feed a hungry family. I'm not sure I have any negatives about it!

Love the high temp options I can use like an electric frypan as well as slow cooking it's great for keeping dinner warm while I'm taking kids to after school activities I have made the best slow roasted lamb that I've ever done and I've started teaching my teenage son to cook in it he's mad a nice bolognese as well as a satay and it's super easy to clean and love that the bowl is light weight not like the old slow cooker I previously had I absolutely love it

My SecretChef literally paid itself off in months. I've done roasts, stews, soups, lasagne, breads - you name it, the world is your oyster. Just think outside the box and you can literally use this little gem to cook anything. I love the browning feature as you don't have to use a separate frypan creating extra dishes and the warm feature is fantastic too. It's easy to clean although I usually just chuck the insert and the lid in the dishwasher. I would highly recommend to anyone looking at investing in a slow cooker that this is your go to appliance.

This is one good slow cooker
Good results with all recipes tried
Doubles up as a good food warmer for larger occasions. Really easily cleanable One problem is the rubber feet broke and fell off soon after purchase.
The browning feature on this product is a highly functional feature. Overall 5 star rating
Would recommend as a good buy

This product is perfect for delicious dinner cooked while I am not even home. I love that you can brown the meat then slow cook all in one pot. I have cooked both soups and casseroles with great success. This cooker is very easy to clean as well . I highly recommend this product.

I bought this slow cooker so I could come home to ready meals after long days helping with newborn twin grandchildren. Not only is dinner ready when we get home, it is full of wonderful flavours that are the result of the slow cooking. Works brilliantly for curries, stews and roasts, and for many other recipes too. I have been able to easily increase the range of recipes I use weekly. Very easy to clean.

I've had mine for years, had had no problems with our unit, its easy to clean just a wipe out with paper towel. Love the fact you can seal meat and veges all in the one unit! Now look to get one for the daughter who has had problems with other slow cookers.

It's a good unit, especially since you can sear your meat prior to slow cooking. However the non stick coating started to lift after less than 6 months. And now it's starting to rust where the coating has lifted. I have been careful, using plastic utensils etc. so don't expect it too lift so soon. Too bad I lost my receipt.

This has been a great addition to our family mealtime after buying it on recommendation from a friend. It cooks perfectly, and is super easy to clean. We use it often and have made some of the recipes that come with the product booklet including pulled pork, curries and muesli bars. Having the timer makes it really convenient especially if you have guests over. I would absolutely recommend it to others.