Forgetful home cooks are finding the perfect solution in a clever and affordable kitchen gadget from Dunelm. The retailer's Chalkboard Slow Cooker, now reduced to just £15.40 from its original £22 price tag, is winning over customers with its practical design and budget-friendly cost.
A Quirky Design That Fights Forgetfulness
This isn't your average slow cooker. Its standout feature is a matte black chalkboard exterior, which comes supplied with two pieces of chalk. This allows users to scribble down reminders, cooking times, or notes about what's inside for other family members. It's a simple but effective way to solve the common 'set-it-and-forget-it' problem that can lead to overcooked meals.
The appliance itself has a three-litre capacity, making it ideal for couples or small families. It includes a removable ceramic cooking pot for easy cleaning, a power indicator light, and slip-resistant rubber feet. Control is straightforward with three heat settings to suit various recipes.
Overwhelmingly Positive Customer Feedback
At the time of writing, the Dunelm slow cooker boasts an impressive 4.8-star rating from 306 reviews. Shoppers have been quick to praise its value and clever design.
One delighted customer called it an "absolute bargain" with a "quirky look," perfect for their kitchen needs. Another highlighted the practicality, stating, "the chalkboard is handy to remind me what time I switched it on."
Multiple reviews emphasised its suitability for smaller households. "This is an excellent slow cooker for two people or a small family," wrote one user, who also loved the idea of leaving messages about what's cooking. Others appreciated its compact size, noting it "doesn’t take up too much space on the worktop" and works as well as more expensive models.
How It Compares to Other Models
While Dunelm's offer is proving popular, it's not the only chalkboard-style slow cooker on the market. Shoppers looking for a larger capacity can find the Salter 3.5L Chalkboard Slow Cooker for £37.99 on Amazon, which also has a dishwasher-safe pot.
Alternatively, ASDA sells the Russell Hobbs Chalkboard Slow Cooker for £29. This model also has a 3.5-litre capacity and three heat settings.
However, at under £16, Dunelm's version is the clear budget winner. A small number of critical reviews did mention issues with heating speed, with one user claiming it took over 24 hours to cook a casserole even on the high setting. Yet, these appear to be rare exceptions amidst a sea of positive feedback praising the cooker's performance and value.
The consensus from happy buyers is clear: this compact, feature-packed slow cooker from Dunelm delivers on its promise, making easy, hands-off cooking both affordable and a little bit more fun.
