I thought the bottom Crock-Pot would be a little smaller than a regular Crock-Pot, but it is very small. One steak and a few mushrooms fit in it but that's it. When I received it one of the small crock pots was dented on two sides, I managed to get one dent out but it is usable. I'm going to keep it and just use it for parties, to serve dip and small appetizers.