Set and forget! Discover the best slow cookers in 2024

1. Instant™ Superior Slow Cooker 7.1L

from $159 (was $179) at Myer

Best for big families

Enjoy low and slow dishes in the Instant™ Superior Slow Cooker. This kitchen companion for cooking convenience offers 4 functions in 1 – slow cooking, steaming, sauteing/searing and keeping your meals warm. Its generous 7.1L capacity can cook up to ten portions, which makes cooking for the whole family a breeze. Effortlessly transition from cooking to serving with easy grab handles, and enjoy the added convenience of customisable time and temperature controls for perfect results every time.

Key features:

• Dimensions: 35.5(l) x 35.6(w) x 26(h) cm
• Capacity/Volume: 7.1
• Weight: 3.7
• Warranty Duration: 12 months
• Model Number: 140-6128-01-AU

Available at:

• $159 (was $179) from Myer
• $149 from The Good Guys
• $179 from Instant Brands

2. Elite Slow Cooker 6L in Cloud Cream

from $279 (was $319) at Myer

Best for modern kitchens

Create tasty dishes and family-sized meals with massive flavour. Elite Slow Cooker creates mouth-watering tastes with the press of a button. Sear your food to start, then cook it low and slow to draw out maximum flavour. Slow cook, roast, brown/saute, and steam with the easy-to-use presets.

Plus the large LCD screen makes finding your setting simple while the striking body is a countertop stunner. Take your time while cooking, then clean up quickly with Thermolon Volt, a healthy ceramic non-stick coating specially designed for kitchen appliances.

Key features:

• Dimensions: L 49.8 x W 34.1 x H 28.7 cm
• Kilowatts: 2200
• Capacity/Volume: 6L
• Features: 10 pre-set programs
• Warranty Duration: 2 years
• Model Number: CC005724-003

Available at:

• $279 (was $319) at Myer
• $255.20 (was $319.00) at GreenPan
• $279.00 at Amazon AU

3. Russell Hobbs 6 Litre Searing Slow Cooker Matte Black

from $89 from The Good Guys

Best for those looking for a compact unit

This multi-functional cooker lets you sear meats to lock in flavour and moisture before switching to low, slow cooking. The generous 6 litre capacity caters to gatherings, while the tempered glass lid allows monitoring without lifting it and releasing heat. Program cooking times up to 24 hours on the digital controls and timer for perfect results every time. The wrap-around heating element distributes heat evenly, ensuring food is cooked through without hotspots. The non-stick cooking pot cleans up easily when the festivities are over.

Key features:

• Dimensions: H: 26cm x W: 40cm x D: 28cm
• Capacity/Volume: 6 litres
• Kilowatts: 200
• Features: 3 heat settings with digital controls and timer; Non-stick cooking pot; Dishwasher safe cooking pot & tempered glass lid
• Warranty Duration: 2 years
• Model Number: RHSC650BLK

Available at:

• $89 from The Good Guys
• $89.00 at Amazon AU
• $99.95 at Russell Hobbs

4. Kambrook 4.5 Litre Slow Cooker – Champagne

from $75 from The Good Guys

Best for budget shoppers

For simple, mess free meals, throw your ingredients in at the start of the day and enjoy a delicious meal in the evening with the Kambrook 4.5L Slow Cooker Champagne. With a 4.5 litre cooking bowl that is removable and dishwasher safe for easy cleaning, you can cook and serve the whole meal in one pot plus to keep an eye on what’s cooking inside, the lid is made from durable, tempered glass. The Kambrook 4.5L Slow Cooker Champagne has a dual internal thermostat and adjustable temperature control settings: high, low and keep warm, to ensure your meal is cooked to perfection and then kept hot until you’re ready to eat. The cool touch handles and anti slip feet make this cooker super safe to use.

Key features:

• Convenient, mess free meals that can be left alone all day
• Removable, dishwasher safe 3L cooking bowl
• Tempered glass lid to monitor cooking
• Adjustable temperature control settings
• Keeps your food warm until you are ready to eat
• Cool touch handles and anti slip feet

Available at:

• $75 at The Good Guys
• $49 (was $75) at Harvey Norman