Toastmaster TM-401SC Slow Cooker 4 Qt
- Capacity: 4 quarts
- Size: 4 quarts
- Control Type: Knob, Touch
- Number of settings: 3
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A simple, dependable small slow cooker well suited to two-person households, though the exterior runs hot enough that potholders are needed even on low.
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ASIN: B00ZCELSMIModel: TM-401SCCategory: Slow Cookers
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Overview
A 4-quart slow cooker with a removable stoneware insert, glass lid, and brushed stainless exterior, sized for small households or side dishes rather than large batches.
The stoneware insert lifts out for stovetop-free serving and dishwasher cleaning. It's a straightforward, no-electronics design rather than a programmable model.
- 4-quart stoneware insert with glass lid
- Low, high, and warm dial settings
- Cool-touch handles for moving the unit
- 1-year limited warranty
Who it's for
Cooks in a one or two person household who want a small-batch slow cooker for stews, chili, or reheating without the footprint of a 6 or 7-quart model. Not the right size for anyone regularly cooking for a family or a crowd.
Pros and cons
- Simple mechanical dial pairs with an external timer plug
- Removable stoneware insert is dishwasher safe
- Compact size suits two-person households
- Exterior gets hot enough to need potholders even on low
- One reviewer found it undercooked soaked dried beans
Performance notes
The exterior heats up enough during use that it needs potholders to move, even on the low setting. One reviewer found it didn't reach a high enough temperature to properly cook soaked dried beans within the expected time, though most describe consistent results for stews and chili.
Specifications
| Brand | Toastmaster |
|---|---|
| Model | TM-401SC |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 4 quartslower than 53% of 48 slow cookers |
| Item Weight | 8.8 poundshigher than 53% of 35 slow cookers |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 4 quartslower than 57% of 48 slow cookers |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 900 wattshigher than 89% of 45 slow cookers |
| Voltage | 220 voltshigher than 79% of 48 slow cookers |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Knob, Touch |
| Number of settings | 3 |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Part Number | TM-401SC |
| Item Type Name | Slow Cooker |
Closest rivals on specs
MegaChef MC-1203 Triple Slow Cooker and Buffet Server- Capacity 4 vs 2.5 quarts (+60%)
- Size 4 vs 2.5 quarts (+60%)
GreenLife Slow Cooker 6 Qt- Capacity 4 vs 6 quarts (-33%)
- Item Weight 8.8 vs 6.83 pounds (+29%)
- Size 4 vs 6 quarts (-33%)
Frequently asked questions
What size is this slow cooker?
4 quarts, sized for small households or side dishes.
Can the insert go in the dishwasher?
Yes, the stoneware insert is dishwasher safe and lifts out for serving.
Does it have programmable settings?
No, it uses a mechanical dial with low, high, and warm settings, which lets it be paired with an external timer for scheduled starts.