This is a great crock pot to have when hosting parties or cookouts. I like that I can have a main dish and 2 sides going at once. I would recommend this crock pot. The only caution I have is that there is no timer on the heat function, so it can't shut off to just stay warm if you left it overnight. That's why it's great for parties where you will be around the whole time. I also wish it had clamps on the lids so I could more easily transport it to parties.