Aussies have rated Kambrook as the top pick in Canstar Blue’s latest slow cookers ratings, with five stars for performance, value for money, ease of cleaning, ease of use and overall satisfaction.
Our review compares slow cookers on customer satisfaction, so you can find out what other Aussies think about the compared brands before you go ahead with a purchase. Think of it as like asking hundreds of your closest mates which slow cooker they think is best!
Canstar Blue surveyed 607 Australians for their feedback on the slow cookers, multi-cookers and pressure cookers they’ve purchased and used in the last three years.
The winning brand is the one that receives the highest overall satisfaction rating once all the scores from the overall satisfaction criteria are combined and averaged.
Find more detailed information on our Most Satisfied Customer methodology.
Kambrook was rated five stars for performance, value for money, ease of cleaning, ease of use and overall satisfaction. It scored four stars for features and functionality, design and durability.
Kambrook offers two slow cooker models, both designed with easy to clean stainless-steel housing. Kambrook’s Temp Control Slow Cooker features three cooking settings, a simple control panel, 5.5 litre capacity, an integrated temperature probe, non-slip feet, cool touch handles and a wrap-around heating element for consistent cooking. Most Kambrook slow cookers come with a 2-year warranty for peace of mind.
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Crock Pot was rated five stars for features and functionality, durability and ease of cleaning. It was rated four stars for performance, design, value for money, ease of use and overall satisfaction.
Crock Pot offers an extensive range of slow cookers with both manual and programmable settings. Many of its slow cookers feature locking lids, one-touch control, auto-warm settings, easy-carry handles and large capacities. Many models are also dishwasher safe, allowing for an easy clean up. Crock Pot slow cookers can be purchased in a variety of colours: black, blue, green, beige, grey, red, bronze and white.
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Russell Hobbs was rated five stars for performance, design, durability, value for money and ease of use. It scored four stars for features and functionality, ease of cleaning and overall satisfaction.
Russell Hobbs offers a range of slow cookers that typically come in a brushed stainless-steel or matte-black design. Many Russell Hobbs slow cookers feature cool-touch handles, tempered glass lids, multiple heat settings and dishwasher safe parts. Russell Hobbs also offers a sous vide slow cooker (where you vacuum seal your food and cook it in water), a digital multi-cooker and an air fry and grill multi-cooker to suit all your culinary needs.
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Breville scored four-star ratings in all categories: performance, features and functionality, design, durability, value for money, ease of cleaning, ease of use and overall satisfaction.
Breville stocks a wide range of electric cookers including slow cookers, pressure cookers, multi-cookers, rice cookers and steamers. Many Breville slow cooking products feature brushed stainless-steel housing, LED display control panels, keep-warm functions, programmable settings and steaming capability. Breville also offers a range of electric cooker accessories including handle covers, steaming racks and extra lids.
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Sunbeam was rated four stars for performance, design, value for money, ease of cleaning, ease of use and overall satisfaction. It scored three stars for features and functionality and durability.
Sunbeam slow cookers are commonly equipped with wrap-around heating elements, multiple heat settings, stainless-steel exteriors and keep-warm options. Its electronic slow cooker features a countdown timer. Sunbeam also offers an electronic multi-cooker for those after an all-in-one appliance.
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Kmart scored four stars for value for money. It was rated three stars for performance, features and functionality, design, durability, ease of cleaning, ease of use and overall satisfaction.
Kmart offers multiple slow cooker models, with different designs and capacities to choose from. Most Kmart slow cookers feature tempered glass lids, multiple heat settings and ceramic pots. Its most advanced model comes equipped with an LED display, stainless-steel housing and a large 6.5L capacity.
ALDI Lumina scored three stars in all categories: performance, features and functionality, design, durability, value for money, ease of cleaning, ease of use and overall satisfaction.
ALDI Lumina slow cookers are typically only available at Special Buys events. These models are most suitable for those looking to purchase a slow cooker on a budget. ALDI Lumina’s 3L Slow Cooker comes equipped with a tempered glass lid, multiple temperature options and a removeable ceramic pot.
Not all brands in the market qualify for our ratings (based on minimum survey sample size), but that doesn’t mean they’re not worth considering. Here are several more brands to check out before making a purchase decision.
This report was written by Canstar Blue’s Home & Lifestyle Content Producer Kate Lockyer. She has completed a Bachelor of Journalism at the University of Queensland. Kate’s been writing professionally for two years, and has worked as a content writer, media assistant and newsroom contributor for a variety of organisations and publications, including the National Family Violence Prevention Legal Service, community radio station 4ZZZ and Shelly’s Swim School.
Samantha Howse is Canstar Blue’s Consumer Research Specialist, coordinating the consumer research program behind our customer satisfaction awards across Canstar and Canstar Blue in Australia and New Zealand. Sam has earned a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) from Griffith University and, with seven years in market research and 2 years in marketing, she is experienced in survey design, implementation and analysis, coupled with an understanding of marketing principles and best practice.
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Appliances - January 27th
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