I was considering purchasing the Cook's Essentials 4 qt. Pressure Cooker. However, I was disappointed to see that almost of the customer reviews on this product are negative and give it a poor rating. Has anyone else on this forum tried this model? What did you like or not like about it?
I bought the two quart and was very disappointed. I started with rice. Did not cook completely but also burnt. There was a piece of paper in the box that said "before returning this item please call this number" so I did. After being on hold for around eight minutes they told me they were not familiar with the two quart so they could not help me. I noticed steam escaping from the lid. I triled one more time and and same result. Mine was "As Is" and I have to wonder if it was returned because it was faulty. Maybe it isn't sealing properly. Returned it and will not be buying any Cook's Essentials pressure cookers. Glad I started with rice so I didn't waste any meat!
Hi coconut1818....Sorry that you had a bad experience with your 2 qt. model. How can it be that the QVC rep was not familiar with the 2 qt. model? They have had this size for quite a while. Sounds like maybe the rep did not know how to use their website. I am thinking that "As Is" means it was a returned item, which brings up another question. How could QVC re-sell an item that was obviously returned for a reason? Glad you got your refund. I hope QVC didn't try to charge you a "return shipping label" fee. Good luck finding one that works well for you!
Nightowls......thank you for the product recommendations. I am sure there will be more good sales between now and Christmas. I am looking forward to finding one that works....and lasts!
Glad to hear you've had good luck with your 4 qt.model, Deeva. Sounds like you got a good one. You said you've had it about three years. Possibly the new ones now were made differently. Happy cooking!
I received Cooks Essentials 5qt for Christmas about 7 yrs ago from my daughter. I use it a lot and the more I use it the more I fall in love with it. It cooks/slow cook/brown etc. Sorry yours isn't doing well. I just hope mine doesn't give out.
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