Brown ingredients in the pot, then switch to slow cooking for soups, braises and dinners that need time rather than constant attention. GreenPan's Elite 14-in-1 Slow Cooker gives you a removable 6-quart pot and a broader set of cooking options than a basic low-and-high slow cooker. This version comes in Graphite.

The useful difference starts before the slow cooking does. In-pot browning lets you sear or sauté without moving the food from a separate frying pan. Its 14 presets also include rice, bake, soup and stir-fry, so this is more than a vessel for long simmering. An LCD display keeps the selected settings visible, and the tempered glass lid lets you check your meal without lifting it just to look.

The removable hard-anodized pot has GreenPan's diamond-infused Thermolon Volt ceramic nonstick interior. The brand makes that coating without intentionally added PFAS and designs it for food release and easier cleanup. This model supplies 1,350 watts of power and a maximum temperature of 450°F. Those specifications, together with the sear/sauté option, are worth considering if you want your slow cooker to handle the beginning of a recipe as well as its long finish.

We carry it for cooks who want to build flavor in one pot and have useful alternatives to slow cooking during the week. The removable pot and straightforward cleanup are as persuasive as the preset count: an appliance earns regular use when the work afterward is manageable, too.

The package includes a stainless steel steamer rack and a 112-page cookbook with 50 recipes. The cooker measures 19 by 12.4 by 10.9 inches, weighs 14.8 pounds and has a 31-inch cord, so check your counter and storage space. The inner pot and lid are dishwasher safe; wipe the outside with a damp cloth or sponge. GreenPan recommends silicone utensils to help extend the coating's life.

Weight: 14.8 lb

Volume: 5678.12 mL

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