A roomy 6.5L slow cooker that’s smart on timing and low on faff

Yes — the Morphy Richards 6.5L Easy Time Slow Cooker is worth buying if you want a large, genuinely convenient slow cooker for family meals, and the current £58.00 price is at its all-time low. With a 4.6/5 rating from 1,368 reviews and 200+ bought last month, it has the kind of track record that suggests real kitchen usefulness rather than just a flashy spec sheet.

First impressions

The appeal here is immediate: a 6.5L capacity, a matte black finish, and a design aimed at making slow cooking less of a guessing game. For UK kitchens, that matters because this is a sizeable but still practical countertop appliance rather than a giant oven replacement. The 6.5L bowl is pitched to serve up to 8 main courses, which makes it a sensible fit for batch cooking, family dinners, or cooking once and eating twice.

What makes the Easy Time different?

The standout feature is the “Complete Control” dial, which lets you choose when you want the meal ready and then handles the cooking timing for you. That is a real benefit for anyone who has ever overcooked a stew because they were out for longer than planned. The slow cooker also includes a keep warm mode that holds food for up to two hours after cooking, which is handy if dinner gets delayed.

The hob-proof removable pot is another strong selling point. Being able to sear and sauté ingredients in the same pot before slow cooking means less washing up and better flavour development from browning onions, beef, or veg first. That one-pot workflow is especially appealing for weekday cooking, and it is a meaningful upgrade over basic slow cookers that force you to use a separate pan.

How does it perform in real use?

On paper, this is a very practical cooker rather than a gimmicky one. The 6.5L size is the main performance advantage: it gives you enough room for larger stews, curries, pulled meats, or soups without crowding the pot. The automatic heat settings should also reduce the risk of human error, which is exactly what many buyers want from a slow cooker.

The keep warm function adds flexibility, and the dishwasher-safe pot and lid make cleanup easier after a long cook. The removable aluminium pot is described as shatterproof, which is a useful durability note for a piece of cookware that will likely be used often.

Build quality and everyday practicality

Morphy Richards has kept the design focused on usability. The matte black finish should sit neatly on a standard UK worktop, and the hob-proof pot is the sort of feature that makes the appliance feel more premium than its £58 price suggests. The dishwasher-safe non-stick pan and lid are especially important for busy households, because slow cooker cleanup can otherwise become the least enjoyable part of the meal.

There are 2 variations available, which gives shoppers a little flexibility in colour, size, or storage options depending on the listing configuration. That is useful if you are trying to match existing appliances or fit the cooker into a tighter kitchen layout.

Is it good value for money?

At £58.00, this is not the cheapest slow cooker around, but the feature set helps justify the price. A competing Morphy Richards 3.5L Sear and Stew model is £38.99 and has a slightly higher 4.7★ rating, but it is much smaller and better suited to couples or smaller households. The Crock-Pot 6.5L Slow Cooker is cheaper at £39.99 and also rated 4.6★, so value hunters may look there first. However, the Morphy Richards Easy Time adds the timing dial, keep warm mode, and hob-proof pot, which are meaningful convenience upgrades.

The current price is also the all-time lowest recorded price, and that makes the timing attractive. If you want the additional control and one-pot searing workflow, this is a more feature-rich buy than the cheaper alternatives.

What should you watch out for?

The main caution is size: 6.5L is excellent for families, but it can be overkill for one or two people and may take up noticeable worktop space in a typical UK kitchen. Also, because the selling point is automation, buyers who prefer complete manual control over heat and timing may find the dial-based approach less flexible than they want.

How does it compare to alternatives?

Against the £38.99 Morphy Richards 3.5L Sear and Stew, this model is the better pick for bigger households and anyone wanting the convenience of a 6.5L capacity. Against the £39.99 Crock-Pot 6.5L, the Morphy Richards wins on features like the timing dial and hob-proof pot, while the Crock-Pot wins on lower price. If your priority is cheapest large-capacity cooking, the Crock-Pot is hard to ignore; if your priority is easier planning and better stovetop-to-slow-cooker workflow, the Easy Time has the edge.

Final take

This is a well-thought-out slow cooker with a strong mix of size, convenience, and cleanup-friendly design. At £58.00, which is its lowest ever price, it is a smart buy for families, batch cookers, and anyone who wants a slow cooker that does more than just simmer.