I love the large size of this Rival six quart crockpot.  The oval size easily allows me to fit a pot roast, brisket, or a dinner for six.  The one drawback is that the crockpot gets very hot, even on the lowest setting.  I find that it sometimes burns my sauces and also can cook my meat too fast. The base also gets very hot to the touch.  It is very nice that the cooking container separates from the base, which allows for easier cleaning.  The glass top easily fits in the dishwasher, which is a nice plus in a busy household.  I like the stainless color, which fits in with a modern kitchen...