One of the best-reviewed budget mini slow cookers on the market. At $17.99 with 7,300 ratings averaging 4.6 stars, it earns its place as the go-to compact cooker for singles, dips, and small sides.
Singles, dorm cooks, or anyone who needs a small slow cooker for dips, sauces, soups for one, or keeping a side dish warm at a party.
Skip if
You are cooking main courses for two or more people, or you expect programmable controls and a timer at this price point.
Capacity 2.0 qt
Material Glass
Controls Touch
Color Black
Dimensions 9.21 X 7.8 X 9.45 In
Voltage 120.0
Priced 64% below the category median ($50.51 across 49 tracked models)
Capacity of 2.0 qt - smaller than 76% of the 50 models we track
Pros
7,300 reviews at 4.6 stars is exceptional social proof for a budget appliance
Priced at $17.99, the lowest barrier to entry in the slow cooker category
Compact 9.21 x 7.8 x 9.45 inch footprint fits dorms, offices, and small kitchens
Glass insert helps you monitor contents without releasing heat
Standard 120-volt plug, no adapters needed
Cons
2-quart capacity limits use to singles, sides, and dips only
No programmable timer or keep-warm shutoff
Wattage not listed, so heat output and cook time predictability is unclear
Our scorecard
4.6/5overall
Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 7,300 owner ratings
Popularity4.9/5
7,300 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other slow cookers, electric pressure and rice cookers, sous vide, food dehydrators, egg cookers, popcorn poppers, and ice cream and shaved ice machines we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Elite Gourmet MST239X is a 2-quart slow cooker priced at $17.99, making it one of the most affordable units in the category. It ships in black with a glass lid and a 120-volt standard plug. The unit measures 9.21 x 7.8 x 9.45 inches, a genuinely small footprint that fits comfortably on a dorm counter or a tight apartment kitchen shelf.
The 2-quart capacity is purpose-built for small-batch cooking. Think a single serving of soup, a queso dip for a party spread, small batches of oatmeal, or a portion of pulled pork for two. It is not a replacement for a full-size cooker, but it fills a different role entirely. The glass insert material is unusual for this size class and helps with monitoring contents without lifting the lid.
The review count stands out immediately: 7,300 ratings at a 4.6-star average is one of the strongest signals in this entire slow cooker category. That volume of feedback from real buyers is persuasive evidence that the unit consistently delivers on its simple promise. At under $20, the ask is low enough that the tradeoffs around limited capacity and no timer are easy to accept.
Performance notes
Without a published wattage figure, exact heat output is uncertain. At the 2-quart size and given buyer reports of reliable slow cooking, the element appears well-matched to the insert volume. The glass material retains heat differently from stoneware, warming up faster but cycling temperature more actively. Users report the Low setting is sufficient for most dip and soup applications. The black exterior shows fingerprints but wipes clean easily.
What buyers say
The depth of the review pool here is its own statement. Across 7,300 ratings, complaints are proportionally rare. The most common positive themes are the price, the convenience for small batches, and durability that surprises buyers who expected less at this cost. Negative reviews usually reflect buyer error on expected capacity rather than product failure.
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Can the Elite Gourmet MST239X keep a dip warm during a party?
Yes, this is one of its best use cases. A 2-quart insert holds queso, salsa con carne, spinach dip, or similar party dips and keeps them at serving temperature on the Low setting throughout an event.
Is 2 quarts enough for a meal for one person?
Yes, for a single serving of soup, chili, or a small protein and vegetable combination, 2 quarts provides enough room. It is not well-suited for a meal that needs to serve two adults.
Does this cooker have a warm setting separate from Low and High?
The standard Elite Gourmet MST239X offers Low and High heat settings. A dedicated keep-warm mode is not confirmed in the product listing. Check the manual included with your unit for full setting details.
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