Meh has
Anova 850W Precision Sous Vide Cooker Mini on sale for
$19.99.
Shipping is free w/ coupon code
FSDEALS at checkout (
must click through the link in this thread for the code to apply).
Thanks to Deal Hunter
TattyBear for sharing this deal.
Details:
- Sous vide cooker; 800W; 4.13 × 2.2 × 12.2 in; 1.32 lb
- Temperature 32–197°F (0–92°C), ±0.2°F (0.1°C); flow 6 L/min (1.6 gal/min)
- Min water 2.44 in (62 mm); max water 6.02 in (153 mm); shutoff sensor at 2.91 in (74 mm)
- Food-grade plastic; IPX7
- Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 / 5 GHz); Anova app (free with Bluetooth only)
- Works with vacuum-sealed, silicone, and zip-lock bags; meat, seafood, eggs, vegetables
- Attach to a water-filled pot, set time and temperature, seal and add food, start from the app
Top Comments
This isn't even worth getting for free because when, not if, the software bugs out and it ruins even 1 dish of yours, that will cost you more in ruined food than you paid for this. Get the latest Anova model that does NOT have WiFi built in called the Anova 3.0 because it is stainless steel and has a better clamp design that fits a wider range of containers. The Nano 2.0 is also an OK alternative but that one is all plastic and will become brittle and crack after maybe 4-5yrs of regular use whereas the Anova 3.0 has the stainless steel bottom section so it will last longer.
Community Reviews
This compact Anova sous vide cooker is mainly appealing as a cheap way to try precise water bath cooking, with several reports that it holds temperature well and turns out steaks, chicken, shrimp, and pork nicely. The low price also makes it easy to test before upgrading, and the unit itself still has physical controls. The main drawback is Anova's app and subscription setup, since push notifications and some features sit behind a paywall, and the lack of buttons on newer models is a recurring complaint. A practical starter pick if app limits do not matter much.
Home cooks trying sous vide for the first time, because the cooker can handle steaks, chicken, shrimp, and pork well at a low entry price.
People who want a simple way to make steak at home, because it can hold temperature accurately and finish with restaurant-style results after searing.
Owners who already use the unit's physical controls, because it can still run without relying on the app.
Shoppers using a plastic bath container, because plastic insulates better than metal and can help hold heat efficiently.
Frequent cooks who depend on alerts and remote monitoring, because push notifications and some features are behind a subscription paywall.
People who want app-free control, because newer units can force phone-app use and lack a physical interface.
Long-cook meal planners who need dependable software, because the WiFi models can stop the unit or jump the temperature to max and ruin food.
Shoppers expecting a premium-value purchase, because the listed MSRPs are inflated and the same cooker regularly sells for less elsewhere.
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i doubt anyone buying this for that purpose would already have an account with anova, but awhile ago they offered app use for free for legacy users after a user revolt over the switch to paid, so if you already have an anova account, you can use the app for free after contacting their customer support:
https://support.anovacu
"Existing customers who have an account with us before August 21st, 2024, will not be charged a subscription fee."
You can get a 12 L food storage containers for like $15 bucks on amazon.
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