I have the original Ninja Slow-cooked. Hands down the best slowcooker I have ever owned. Grew up with Hamilton brand with ceramic bowls in them. When Ninja came out with the Blender and hearing about the hype. Had to try it and then the Slow cooker came out. Our food is always so good. I have made homemade applebutter in the old one. I was devastated when it discontinued. Until this one came out. I was so excited. I got it. I got the insert for the original too. I can tell the difference between the 2. Having the glass lid makes the HUGE difference. Ninja PLEASE keep the slow-cooker on the market forever.