I really like this Hamilton Beach 6 Quart Programable Slow Cooker with the Defrosting feature. It is the perfect size for a family of 2-6 people and it is easy to use with the flex time and temperature options. You can even cook without pre-defrosting your meats. I love that it is easy to clean the removable ceramic pot and the glass lid allows you to watch your food while cooking. It even includes a temperature probe to cook your food to perfection. My only suggestion would be for the unit to have rubber feet to keep the unit secure on the counter. It can easily slide on a slippery countertop if bumped or if the cord was pulled. We added our own gripping feet to solve this potential issue.