This crockpot works as advertised.  I’ve used several crockpots over the past ten years and this brand is my favorite.  The insert can be removed for marinating or if I prepare the meal the night before.  And of course for washing it afterward.  I’ve always had round crockpots before and I was hesitant about the larger, oval-shaped version.  I have a smaller family and I was worried that the extra space would cause smaller amounts to burn or overcook quicker.  But I didn’t have an issue with that, and I quickly realized that it’s perfect for cooking ribs and pork loin that didn’t fit as well in the round crockpot.  It has a timer that’s simple to figure out and use.  The only thing I wish is that it had the ability to lock the lid on for travel.