Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I was going to buy the Joule because you can use in any pan, any water level, but balked at the price, so I bought the Anova Nano and I'm SO glad I did, because I did not realize how much I would value being able to control and watch settings ON the device. I see the downside to not being able to adjust the height, but committed to using with Cambro 8 and 12 quart, can live with that. I see the value of Wifi control from outside the house, just don't need it. I like the mobile integration of more expensive units, but I cook other things at the same time, and will say I would NEVER buy a sous vide appliance that did not allow for on unit control. I had no idea how important it would be to me. Plus, the price is right. If you are new to sous vide, you may find you also want alot of accessories to go with, so it can add up even if more convenient and cost effective once you have all the tools. The cooking itself? First time I made something (while prepping the rest of the dinner), I felt freed from the tyrannies of time. Just calmer. Cleanup was also super easy, and I KNOW whatever I'm making will turn out perfect every time so I can count on it. Plus, it's FUN, like cooking with "new rules," it can take a bit to get use to how all this works!