The slow cooker is straightforward to use. It has high and low settings, and you set the timer for how ever long you want to cook. When the time is up, the cooker automatically switches to the "warm" setting. It is roomy, making it great for cooking roasts with vegetables. The button controls are also simple to use. I like that you can remove the inside of the pot for easy cleaning. This is a good cooker that even a cooking novice can operate with ease.