Is the crock heavy ? does it break easily ? Thank you !
1375853
The pot is a little heavy but not any heavier than a pyrex glass bowl. The lid for the clay pot is thin, I take extra care when handling them. We've had our vitaclay for 2.5yrs, our pot has a small chip but other than that has been fine. We use it 2-3x a week, it's been great. If you do break the pot you can order another from the manufacturer.
1375854
It is basically a terra cotta pot so it has some weight to it and is fairly thick. If you dropped it on the ground it won't survive but I've dropped mine in the sink without harm
1375855
I agree with the other 2 responses. Its abit lighter than a crockpot. I've owned my Vitaclay pot for a couple of years and it doesn't have a single chip or crack. I do, however, handle with care. I also bought this special cast iron pot scrubber on Amazon that works perfectly for this pot too since its porous.
1375856
It's thin--not eggshell thin but much thinner than we are used to in crockpots. It needs to be handled carefully. It's not especially heavy.
1375857
No it is not heavy at all! And it is very sturdily constructed. The inside crock is made of clay and the lid is also very sturdy. I hope this answers your question. This is the best purchase I have made for a kitchen appliance!
2034598
It is not heavy at all. It is very easy to manage. I had a broken hip and was able to move the grill. You can even take the grill indoors if the weather is bad.
1103891
Yes, and the crock is not covered by their limited warranty. Probably because it cracks so easily.
165717
I love my crock pot. It has cooked evenly every time for me. I have used it at least once a week for the last 1/2 year. It has a hole to allow steam to escape. It takes some time to get heated, but once its hot, it is very hot!
117874
The lid on mine is wobbly, too. Every Crock Pot I've had (and I got my first one back in the early 1960's) has had a wobbly lid. It's designed that way to allow some steam to come out and keep the lid from popping off like a pressure cooker would. This one may be a bit more wobbly than some others, but it works just fine. I have dinner cooking in mine right now, and I can guarantee it'll be ready when I want it -- and delicious! :)
490123
I put both in the dishwasher and haven't had any trouble at all. The crock part is definitely dishwasher safe.
1056162
Yes, the only bad thing about this crock is the handle is for looks. You can not carry it by the handle!!!!
257126
Tonya, I didn't see the review about chains breaking, and I am not sure what was put in the baskets from that review. But I can tell you that I have been very happy with mine and have onions, red potatoes and large russet potatoes in it. And cant imagine it breaking, holds everything very nicely to me. Hope this helps.
316281
I don't think it's heavy but it is durable. I had a different kind and it didnt hold up at all
1710751
The "pot" portion comes out easily, it is really light, and won't shatter if dropped unlike your traditional crockpot. The silver/heating element portion is not removable to my knowledge.
945831
no, not heavy at all. i actually don't use this one anywhere because it randomly stopped working but i can't say 100% that it wasn't because of something i did.
132418
I don't think it's heavy at all. It's great for many things....like as a cheese serving board. I suppose a bamboo would work too, but I also have a bamboo cutting board and I don't find it light at all compared to my other cutting boards in wood.
117544
The large crock pot has an insert, the small one does not (it is not removable) it is dish washer safe. you may have better luck washing it by hand as it isn't entirely non-stick.
431659
It is fairly heavy. It is as good as most steel cookware, maybe heavier. Used it on a gas stove.
1514150
It's sturdy. It's almost easier to just make it in a pot. I've only used it a few times. One time it boiled all over the microwave . It's up in my cupboard and has not been touched since right after I bought it.
2177049
Not fragile at all. Hard plastic and construction is very good. I really enjoy using it and I would purchase again. Guest love it!
412450
The crock pot alone is 7 lb, 15 oz. (A real handful, especially if it's hot.) Add the lid, and you got 9 lb, 8 oz.... The heating/control unit weighs only 3 lb, 3 oz.. Add it all together and you have a 12 lb, 11 oz appliance to deal with.. Big footprint, big capacity; and works well for BIG meals... Not worth a hoot for "Cooking for Two" LOL