Customer Reviews for Cook's Essentials K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Cook's Essentials K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Plan ahead. A two-hour delay timer and automatic shutoff let you program this 8-qt digital pressure cooker well before mealtime. The epitome of cooking convenience. From Cook's Essential's(R) Kitchenware.
Average Customer Rating:
3.373 out of 5
3.4
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5 stars
32
4 stars
6
3 stars
3
2 stars
7
1 star
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"39 out of 67(58%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend."
Customer Reviews for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker
Review 1 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Great when it works

Posted by Bigb419 01-25-08
Date:01-25-08
Overall Rating
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
"I. like so many others who have reviewed this item, loved it until it stopped working. I was making a pot of beans when it just stopped working. If CE would just fix the apparent computer problem with this pressure cooker it would be the absolute best cooker available. I would love to have another one but am hesitant to purchase another until I'm sure that particular problem has been addressed by CE. It's too expensive to replace repeatedly."
Review 2 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

best pressure cooker I have ever owned

Posted by knotthead 01-09-08
Date:01-09-08
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"I would recommend this to everyone, I have used pressure cookers for a long time. This one is the most awsome one I have ever used. I wish I could buy one for each and everyone of my family members. I feel that strong about it. I cook almost everynight in mine. I could use a bigger one though. We always have friends over and when we make homemade beef stew we always run out. But I recommend this to everyone."
Review 3 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Quality & Warranty Needs Improvement

Posted by Pah 01-01-08
Date:01-01-08
Overall Rating
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
"This was my third Cook's Essential electrical kitchen product. Purchased this item 11/03 and it has died, luckier than most....but it is awsome when it is working, however I found it takes longer to cook meats than stated in cookbook.
My first CE product was the combination Microwave/Convection Oven ($200 +), and it was fantastic when it worked, it died one month before 1 yr warrant was out...CE paid for it to be repaired, but it broke again, within 2 months and was out of warranty. I went ahead and had it fixed myself, it lasted 2 more months at a repair cost of $40.
The 8 qt. stock pot is the only item that is still working.
One out of three isn't a very good average for CE's electrical products. These were not cheap items - they need to last 5 years, warranties need to be better.
I don't think I'll be purchasing any more.
"
Review 4 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

PLEASE Fix Problem, I'll Repurchase

Posted by pamperedjane 11-25-07
Date:11-25-07
Overall Rating
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
"My family of 7 relied on this machine 2-3 x per week. I babied it too, since I was the only one to operate it. "Luckily", mine died (while browning chicken) a WEEK BEFORE its 1 year expiration so I was able to get credit. I've bought a different brand, but I would STILL buy another one of these machines if Cooks Essentials fixes the apparent computer problem - which seems to be within the browning mode. You can't beat the OVAL shape and the ease of use. It's the ONLY pressure cooker that can hold a whole smoked shoulder with bone-in without having to trim or even a turkey for that matter. I LOVED it when it worked & I MISS it terribly. PLEASE fix the problem so I can get my favorite appliance back in the kitchen!"
Review 5 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Wonderful Meals

Posted by sam-ryan 11-16-07
Date:11-16-07
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"I have had this cooker for a few years now. My meats come out so tender and flavorful. Never once did I have a problem and have recommended to many friends & family who have been quite happy with it. After reading about a few people having problems and having to return product, I am wondering if they put the inside pot back in the way it should be. There is a front and back to the inside pot that must connect to a "plug or connector" inside. Otherwise your pressure cooker will certainly not work. I love mine. Was worth every penny."
Review 6 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Loved this but...........

Posted by feasbie 11-11-07
Date:11-11-07
Overall Rating
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
"I loved this pressure cooker but it quit working shortly after receiving it. QVC was great about replacing it with another. I just figured I managed to get a lemon until my second one also quit working. When I called to complain it was over my year and I couldn't get it replaced. I was asked how often I used it. This made me think that I was using it too much and should only have used it "sparingly". I loved this product and used it constantly but it doesn't last long if you use it too much. It is too expensive for me to replace every year so I invested in one that I use on the stove top."
Review 7 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Great Machine

Posted by SusanneJ 10-27-07
Date:10-27-07
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"I had this cooker since 2005.
I love it. Works like the first day. Easy to clean.
Scratchgard still like the day I first got it.
Cooks all my german dishes to perfection.
Browning is great as well.
I have already recomende this to many friends who bought it as well.
"
Review 8 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

How many until I get a good one!

Posted by jewellover 10-16-07
Date:10-16-07
Overall Rating
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
"I have to say that I really do love this cooker, if not then why else would I have been through 3 already. Yes, I have just sent back my 3rd one. When it works, it's wonderful. I just can't imagine being without one, but how many do I have to get until I get a good one?! When they do work, it's not for long....about 2 to 3 months. The Q has been great about it so that's not the problem, it's been the cooker. I am soooo disappointed right now. Now they are sold out! I can't even get another one. If you can find one that's a different brand, go with the other one. If all else fails,....try,...try,...try....try again! I'm a VERY unhappy camper right now!"
Review 9 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Great Purchase

Posted by Broken 10-16-07
Date:10-16-07
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"I purchased this pressure cooker because my old fashion one stopped working. This is great. I have used it three or four times since I received it. I have made pot roasts where the meat is so soft you can cut it with a fork. Soups also come out great. Love it."
Review 10 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Wonderful product

Posted by Cherthie 09-22-07
Date:09-22-07
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"I purchased this cooker about 8 months ago. I have used pressure cookers for 40 years, but not electric ones. This cooker is tops. I am purchasing it for my children for Christmas this year.I love it. The food cooked in it is wonderful and the convenience is great!!"
Review 11 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

One of the BEST hands down!!

Posted by SMagnet 09-22-07
Date:09-22-07
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"Could not recommend higher!! Easy to use and adapt Mom's old recipes. A breeze to clean and so safe and simple to program!! No more exploding!! I always worried about trying to cook Mom's old standbys but this made them easy and they are even better, sorry Mom!! Worth the price, I have probably used it at least twice a week for three years and haven't worn it out yet.... great features, browning first makes all the difference!! Steamer insert great too!!"
Review 12 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Costly Purchase

Posted by Butthead 09-16-07
Date:09-16-07
Overall Rating
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
"Purchased the pressure cooker and the first 3 times I used it, everything was great. Even though it is 3 years old the 4th time using the cooker in the browning process of a roast for our annual Sauerbraten dinner it stopped and I have not been able to get it started again. So 3 meals at $180.00 was a costly mistake. Verify what Cooks Essential items actually have a lifetime warranty, this is not one of them."
Review 13 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Hoping & Praying

Posted by WyoWindy 09-15-07
Date:09-15-07
Overall Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
"I purchased this pressure cooker in spite of the bad reviews. Now, I'm hoping and praying that it never stops working! An electric pressure cooker is the ONLY way to go!
I did a pork shoulder roast with a crushed ginger/caraway seed rub and apples and it was SUPERB....fell off the bone....all in 45 minutes! I then cooked a 4 pound spaghetti squash in 10 minutes! Once you get the hang of the directions, it's a great addition to ones kitchen! I'd have given it a 5 if the reviews about it quitting weren't so numerous.
"
Review 14 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

nonstick coating is peeling off :(

Posted by Dre06 09-12-07
Date:09-12-07
Overall Rating
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
"Stopped working within the first 6 months and QVC replaced it, no problem and now 2 years later the nonstick coating is peeling off. I'm afraid to use it now."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 15 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

NOT RECOMMENDED

Posted by qvcqueeen 09-11-07
Date:09-11-07
Overall Rating
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
"When this item works its great, however, it is not consistent. Many times it is difficult to build pressure. Very disappointing. Don't waste your money."
Review 16 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Great purchase at the time

Posted by Greek 09-10-07
Date:09-10-07
Overall Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
"Was great for about 3 years. It suddenly quit working in the middle of cooking our supper."
Review 17 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Cook's Essential Pressure Cooker 8 qt

Posted by Littletmd 09-05-07
Date:09-05-07
Overall Rating
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
"I was so happy the first five time I used the pressure cooker. Then I was having company and it decided not to work. Well needless to say, I had no artichokes to serve (which I had just bragged heavely about how the pressure cooker cooks them in 8 minutes). No big deal I said, QVC will make this right. I called them and they said it was longer than a year old I needed to contact the manufacturer. So I did and I was told that they would sell me a reconditioned one for half price.
So I paid $200.00 for the pressure cooker divided by 5 times it was used... you do the math. Very expensive meals were cooked in there. Mostly artichokes and one pot of chicken soup.
All I can say is that when it worked, it worked very very well.
"
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 18 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

8 qt is the right size

Posted by popepius 08-24-07
Date:08-24-07
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"I would recommend this to any one who is just looking for a pressure cooker. I like the size, I must, I waited for over a year for QVC to get them back in stock. I am still practicing with the time to cook certain foods. I have one problem, and that is the edges of roasts are so tender and the center is done, no red, but not as tender as the sides. But I still love the food that comes out, every thing has a great taste to it. I think the wait was worth it."
Review 19 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

Good Purchase so far

Posted by happycamperswer 08-24-07
Date:08-24-07
Overall Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
"Have had mine for a few months. Used it a couple of times. Works great so far. Purchased as 4 of my grandchildren live with me and they get out of school so late and I work all day I will be able to make a great meal in no time. Hope it doesn't give out for a long time.
Would really like more recipes for this cooker."
Review 20 for K37000 - Cook's Essentials 8qt. Digital Non-Stick Oval Pressure Cooker

not a good idea

Posted by lds 08-19-07
Date:08-19-07
Overall Rating
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
"This product worked great until it died. The interior peeled after being used only a few times. It simply stopped working in the middle of preparing dinner. No power at all. I probably had it 3 years, but really only used it rarely to make pot roast. I miss it but for the price it should have lasted longer."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.