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The ‘iPhone of sous vide cookers’ is $35 off, but you should but Instant Pot’s sous vide instead

Published Feb 11th, 2019 1:33PM EST

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The ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide is regularly called the “iPhone of sous vide cookers” and “the sous vide cooker Apple would make if Apple made sous vide cookers.” In truth, the Joule only got those labels because it looks like an old iPod from back when Apple made smooth white iPods. It’s on sale right now for $144, which is a pretty good price for this 1100-watt model. Honestly though, if you need a new sous vide cooker you should definitely buy the Instant Pot SSV800 Accu Slim Sous Vide Immersion Circulator for under $80 instead.

ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide

  • Smallest, sleekest sous vide tool available at just 11 inches tall and 1.1 pounds, with streamlined white body and finishes.
  • SAVES SPACE: Half the size of other sous vide machines, it’s small enough to slip into a top drawer.
  • HEATS UP FAST: 1100 watts of power for hyper-fast water heating. Operating Requirements: Frequency 50 to 60 Hz, single phase
  • PERFECT RESULTS: Visual Doneness (TM) feature in the Joule app displays exactly how food cooks. Dinner comes out predictably perfect, every time.
  • WIFI AND BLUETOOTH READY: Works with iPhone or Android—connect with Bluetooth alone, or cook from anywhere with WiFi.
  • Voltage warning: Works with 120 V outlets only. Due to our precise heating technology, voltage transformers and converters can damage your Joule, and use outside of North America voids the warranty.
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Instant Pot SSV800 Accu Slim Sous Vide Immersion Circulator

  • Creates Quality Dishes – Accu Slim Sous Vide Immersion Circulator prepares high-end restaurant quality dishes at home, turning home cooks into gourmet chefs
  • Consistent Cooking – Accu Slim Sous Vide Immersion Circulator creates and maintains an even and accurately controlled cooking water-bath for perfect cooking results each and every time
  • Sous vide cooks easily, cooking times range from 10 minutes to 72 hours and temperature ranges from 104F – 195F / 40C – 90C
  • Easy-to-Use – Easy-to-read display, touch-screen digital controls, lightweight stainless steel with a rubber coating on the handle.
  • Active Pump System – Accu Slim Sous Vide Circulates water without relying on convection currents, resulting in uniformly heated water bath free of hot or cool spots.
  • Includes a 12V DC motor – Extremely quietly and has enhanced durability in comparison to standard AC motors used. Motor stops when removed from the water.
  • Clamps securely – To the 6 and 8 Quart inner pot either in or out of the Instant Pot, and can be used with or without an Instant Pot.
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Maren Estrada Deals Editor

Maren Estrada has been the Editor of BGR Deals since it launched in 2013. She has more than 20 years of experience testing more than 1,500 products, and reviewing a wide range of consumer electronics including mobile devices, smart home products, computers, and home appliances.

Previously, she was a leading consultant specializing in copywriting, product development, and new product launches.