Owning gadgets to simplify the cooking process can make your life so much easier, and few are as versatile as the Instant Pot Pro. Plus, it’s now 30% off during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale!

We tested the most popular slow cookers from brands such as Crock-Pot, Greenpan, Lakeland, Morphy Richards and Ninja to find out which produce succulent stews with a minimum of fuss and running costs.