I had a Crock Pot that was at least 15 years old and burned everything I cooked, so it was time for something new. This one was highly rated so I was on a quest for it and was happy to find it on Wayfair with a Black Friday deal! I used it for the first time and made some delicious chipotle chicken to put on top of tostadas! My old slow cooker definitely would have burned that one! I can't wait to use it again and to try the sous vide feature. The locking lid is super nice and the appliance doesn't get super hot to the touch. I would absolutely recommend it!