Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Seven quarts of oval stoneware capacity, sized for gatherings of nine or more people or a roast of up to 7 pounds. The Crock-Pot SCV700-S-BR measures 16.9 inches deep by 11.8 inches wide by 10.4 inches high, draws 825 watts and weighs 12.55 pounds in a stainless steel finish.

Three manual settings cover the range of a normal day. High brings a dish up to temperature in a shorter window, low runs a long cook from morning until evening, and warm holds the finished food at serving temperature until people sit down. The control is manual, with an automatic switch to warm.

Everything cooks in a single pot, so cleanup stays contained.

• Lid and removable stoneware insert are dishwasher safe.
• The insert alone, without its lid, is safe in the microwave and in an oven up to 400F.
• Avoid abrasive cleansers and scouring pads on the stoneware.

Materials are ceramic, glass and stainless steel. Covered by a one year warranty.

When filling the insert, aim to keep food between half and two thirds full for best results. Too little food can overcook or dry out on the high setting, while overfilling risks spillage when the lid is lifted. The oval shape is particularly useful for whole cuts of meat, since a round slow cooker of similar volume would force a roast or whole chicken into an awkward fit. For liquid-based dishes like soups or stews, the high walls give enough room to add broth without crowding.

Storage is straightforward because the stoneware insert sits inside the housing without any separate parts to lose. If counter space is limited, the unit stacks reasonably well inside a cabinet with the lid inverted on top of the insert to reduce height. This size is a good fit for households that cook in bulk or feed a larger family regularly, but it may feel oversized for one or two people unless batch cooking or freezing leftovers is part of the routine. When comparing slow cookers at this capacity, the manual dial is worth noting as a distinction from programmable models, since there is no timer to set and no automatic shutoff beyond the warm function, which suits cooks who prefer simplicity over scheduling.