Couldn't cook for a family of five and do all the required driving without it! It's the perfect size. it's easy to clean. Works perfectly - food cooks evenly. It can be programmed so the food is ready exactly when you want it - even when you're not there to turn it off. You don't have to worry about food burning or scorching. The only thing on my wishlist for it is that you could use the liner on the stovetop to brown foods before slow cooking them. You do have to dirty two pans - and I'm a very lazy cook! The controls are easy to use and understand - without reading a massive instruction booklet....review »