Cuisinart Cook Central Slow Cooker 6 Quart
- Capacity: 6 quarts
- Size: 6 quarts
- Number of settings: 3
- Item Shape: Oblong
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A genuinely useful all-in-one for weeknight cooking, but treat the nonstick coating gently and keep an eye on it past the warranty window.
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ASIN: B008YEXC22Model: MSC-600NASCategory: Slow Cookers
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Overview
The Cuisinart MSC-600NAS is a 6-quart combination cooker that browns, slow cooks, and steams in a single nonstick pot. A one-touch button moves it from browning meat straight into a multi-hour slow cook, so there's no separate skillet to wash.
- One-touch switch between browning, slow cook, and steam
- 6-quart removable nonstick aluminum pot in an oval shape
- Backlit LCD with 24-hour timer and keep warm
- Steaming rack included; parts are dishwasher safe
Who it's for
Best suited to two to four person households who want a single pot for browning, slow cooking, and light steaming without extra cookware. Less suited to anyone feeding a large family who needs more than 6 quarts of capacity.
Pros and cons
- Browns and slow cooks in the same pot, no separate skillet needed
- Oval 6-quart shape fits roasts and whole chicken pieces
- 24-hour timer with automatic keep warm
- Steaming rack included for the steam function
Performance notes
The one-touch mode switch is the core feature: brown or saute ingredients directly in the pot, then move to slow cook without transferring food elsewhere. The steam setting runs up to 90 minutes using the included rack, and the backlit LCD tracks time and temperature across a 24-hour programmable window with automatic keep warm.
Where it stands among slow cookers
- #5 most-searched brand and model of the 12 slow cookers lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 55 slow cookers we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Cuisinart |
|---|---|
| Model | MSC-600NAS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 6 quartshigher than 53% of 48 slow cookers |
| Item Weight | 16 poundshigher than 100% of 35 slow cookers |
| Item Depth | 12 incheshigher than 71% of 29 slow cookers |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 20.5 × 13.5 × 9.7 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 6 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 960 wattshigher than 91% of 45 slow cookers |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 1 X Digital Slow Cooker 1 X User Manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Number of settings | 3 |
| Item Shape | Oblong |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | No |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Part Number | MSC-600NAS |
| Item Type Name | Multi-Cooker |
Closest rivals on specs
Sunvivi ZES018 Programmable Slow Cooker 8.5 Qt- Capacity 6 vs 8.5 quarts (-29%)
Crock-Pot Cook and Carry Programmable Slow Cooker 4 Qt- Capacity 6 vs 4 quarts (+50%)
- Size 6 vs 4 quarts (+50%)
Frequently asked questions
Can the Cuisinart MSC-600NAS brown meat and then slow cook it in the same pot?
Yes, one-touch control switches the unit from browning/saute mode straight into slow cook without moving the food.
How long does the MSC-600NAS steam?
The steam setting runs up to 90 minutes, using the included steaming rack.
Is the MSC-600NAS pot dishwasher safe?
Yes, the removable nonstick pot and glass lid are both dishwasher safe.