I received the Hamilton beach multi cooker for free in return for an honest review. I really like this cooker. It is about the size of a standard slow cooker. It also has the option to steam, sear, slow cook etc. I used it to sear steaks. I place the steaks in the oven to finish cooking but I realized they would have been perfect just searing in this multi cooker. It comes with a small cup to measure rice if using it to prepare any type of rice. There is also a rack to steam your food as well. Searing automatically gives you 15 minutes cooking time which can be adjusted. All controls are digital and preset and maybe adjusted via arrows. The pot is removable like a standard slow cooker no problem with clean up it easily wipe out in order to be washed.