Hamilton Beach FlexCook Slow Cooker 6 Qt
- Capacity: 6 quarts
- Size: 6 quarts
- Number of settings: 3
- Item Shape: Oval
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A dependable 6-quart slow cooker whose two-stage programming and locking lid earn it repeat use, with an occasional complaint about uneven heat around the edges on high.
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ASIN: B071F9J5V2Model: 33861Category: Slow Cookers
Overview
A 6-quart oval slow cooker with a removable crock and a FlexCook digital timer that runs two different heat settings and times within one cooking cycle before switching to warm automatically. A locking lid and clip handles are built in for carrying it to gatherings.
Despite the dishwasher-safe listing, at least one long-time owner recommends hand washing the stoneware crock to avoid a white residue building up over repeated dishwasher cycles.
- 6-quart oval crock, fits a 6 lb chicken or 4 lb roast
- FlexCook: two heat settings and times in one cycle
- Clip-tight sealed lid for spill-free travel
- Manual mode with high, low, and warm options
Who it's for
Good for anyone who wants to set a cook cycle and leave, or who carries slow cooker dishes to potlucks and gatherings thanks to the locking lid. Less useful for someone who only ever uses a single manual heat setting and doesn't need the extra programming.
Pros and cons
- Two-stage FlexCook timer needs no manual switching
- Locking lid makes it easy to transport
- Removable crock simplifies cleanup
- Heat can run uneven around the edges on high
- Larger footprint than simpler slow cookers due to the latches
- Crock may be better hand washed despite the dishwasher-safe listing
Performance notes
The FlexCook mode lets a cook set an initial heat and time, then a second heat and time, and the unit switches automatically before shifting to warm when done. One reviewer who uses it several times a week found the outer food cooks noticeably faster than food in the center on the high setting, and recommends stirring partway through longer cooks.
Specifications
| Brand | Hamilton Beach |
|---|---|
| Model | 33861 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 6 quartshigher than 53% of 48 slow cookers |
| Item Weight | 11.2 poundshigher than 74% of 35 slow cookers |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 10.9 × 17.1 × 11.2 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 6 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 280 wattshigher than 66% of 45 slow cookers |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stoneware |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Slow Cooker |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Number of settings | 3 |
| Item Shape | Oval |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Part Number | 33861 |
Closest rivals on specs
West Bend SCWB6QPTBK13 Slow Cooker 6 Qt- Wattage 280 vs 330 watts (-15%)
Disney Mickey Mouse Slow Cooker 5 Quart- Capacity 6 vs 5 quarts (+20%)
- Size 6 vs 5 quarts (+20%)
- Wattage 280 vs 240 watts (+17%)
Frequently asked questions
What does the FlexCook feature do?
It lets you program two different heat settings and durations in a single cooking cycle, for example high for three hours then low for six, switching automatically.
Is the crock actually dishwasher safe?
It's listed as dishwasher safe, though at least one longtime owner prefers hand washing to avoid a white film building up on the glaze over time.
How big is the cooking capacity?
6 quarts, sized for around a 6 pound chicken or a 4 pound roast, or roughly 7 or more servings.