NESCO SC-150R, Oval Slower Cooker, Red, Ceramic, 1.5 quart, 120 watts
- Slow Cooker
- 1.5 quarts
- 120 watts
- Touch, Knob
- More reviewed than 63%
A well-built small-batch slow cooker that fills a real gap for one or two person households, at the cost of having no timer function.
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How it ranks among the 51 slow cookers we track
4.6★ across 1,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
The NESCO SC-150R is a 1.5-quart oval slow cooker with a removable ceramic crock, a metallic red body, and three settings, high, low, and warm, sized for cooking small portions rather than family-size batches.
Its small capacity is the point rather than a limitation: reviewers specifically sought out a compact slow cooker after finding standard 6 to 8 quart models too large for cooking for one or two people. The crock and lid are both dishwasher safe, and the ceramic crock can also go in the oven or fridge.
- 1.5 quart oval ceramic crock
- High, low, and warm settings
- 120 watts
- Dishwasher safe lid and crock
Who it's for
Good for individuals or couples making small portions, overnight oatmeal, dips, or single-serving reheating instead of using a microwave. Not built for family-size meals or anyone who wants a built-in timer, since it only has manual high, low, and warm settings.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners consistently praise the size for cooking small portions, several specifically mentioning it replaced an oversized 6 to 8 quart slow cooker that was overkill for one or two servings, and multiple reviewers use it for overnight oatmeal or congee without issue on low. The one functional complaint raised is the lid, which simply rests on top rather than sealing, and can slip if the crock is filled unevenly.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Sized correctly for cooking one or two servings
- Removable ceramic crock is oven and fridge safe
- Dishwasher safe lid and crock
- Reliable overnight results on the low setting
- No timer, only high, low, and warm settings
- Lid rests loosely rather than sealing tightly
Specifications
| Brand | Nesco |
|---|---|
| Model | SC-150R |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 5 pounds |
| Size | 1.5 quarts |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 11.4 × 8.1 × 8.7 inches |
| Item Depth | 11 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.5 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 120 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Color | DAA |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Slow Cooker |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch, Knob |
| Number of settings | 3 |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Part Number | SC-150R |
| Item Type Name | Slow Cooker |
| Item Shape | Round |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in slow cookers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| NESCO SC-150R, Oval Slower Cooker, Red, Ceramic, 1.5 quart, 120 wattsThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 1,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Hamilton Beach 33861 Portable Programmable Slow CookerHamilton Beach | 4.7 / 5 | 3,969 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Presto 06017 8-Quart Nomad Traveling Slow CookerPresto | 4.8 / 5 | 2,900 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet MST-250XS Electric Slow Cooker Ceramic PotElite Gourmet | 4.6 / 5 | 39,105 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Disney Mickey Mouse 5-Quart Slow Cooker & 20 Ounce Dipper by Select BrandsDisney | 4.8 / 5 | 2,700 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Nesco SC-150R
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the NESCO SC-150R good for cooking small portions?
Yes, its 1.5 quart size is specifically suited to cooking for one or two people rather than a full family.
Does the NESCO SC-150R have a timer?
No, it has only high, low, and warm settings and no automatic timer or shutoff.
Can the NESCO slow cooker's crock go in the oven?
Yes, the removable ceramic crock is safe for the oven as well as the refrigerator.