Presto Nomad Slow Cooker 8 Quart
- Capacity: 8 quarts
- Size: 8 quarts
- Control Type: Manual, Touch
- Number of settings: 3
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
The Presto Nomad locks its lid for spill-free travel and has held up over years of potluck runs, though it's worth checking the real capacity if the 8-quart number matters to you.
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ASIN: B0CL7RRJ86Model: 06017Category: Slow Cookers
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Overview
The Presto Nomad 06017 is an 8-quart slow cooker built for transport, with a locking swing-up handle, seal-tight gasket, and a wide base designed to resist tipping. It includes a dry erase board, a detachable utensil holder, and a removable, PFAS-free porcelain enameled cooking pot.
Long-term owners describe years of potluck and travel use without spills or damage, including one who has toted it to sports events and cook-offs for over four years. One reviewer, comparing it to a related model, felt the real-world capacity ran closer to 6 quarts than the labeled 8, worth checking if exact volume matters to your recipes.
- Locking swing-up handle with seal-tight gasket
- Wide, cool-touch, tip-resistant housing
- Removable PFAS-free porcelain enameled pot
- Dry erase board and condensation cup included
Who it's for
Suited to anyone who regularly carries slow-cooked food to potlucks, tailgates, or sports events. Less relevant if you only ever cook and serve at home.
Pros and cons
- Locking lid held food secure with zero spillage
- Cool-touch housing safe to carry hot
- Condensation cup keeps moisture off the counter
- Dry erase board handy for labeling dishes
- One owner felt capacity ran smaller than labeled
- Costs more than a basic slow cooker
Performance notes
The swing-up handle both carries the cooker and locks the lid via the seal-tight gasket, which owners credit for zero spillage even over rough terrain. A condensation cup at the back catches moisture instead of letting it pool on the counter or drip back into the food.
Where it stands among slow cookers
- #6 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 | Presto |
|---|---|
| Model | 06017 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 8 quartshigher than 94% of 48 slow cookers |
| Item Weight | 8.6 poundshigher than 50% of 35 slow cookers |
| Item Depth | 12.5 incheshigher than 75% of 29 slow cookers |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 12.5 × 15.7 × 8.8 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 8 quartshigher than 91% of 48 slow cookers |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 8 wattslower than 100% of 45 slow cookers |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | BLUE |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Manual, Touch |
| Number of settings | 3 |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Part Number | 6017 |
| Item Type Name | Slow Cooker |
Closest rivals on specs
HOUSNAT 10-in-1 Programmable Slow Cooker 6 Qt- Capacity 8 vs 6 quarts (+33%)
GreenLife Slow Cooker 6 Qt- Capacity 8 vs 6 quarts (+33%)
- Item Weight 8.6 vs 6.83 pounds (+26%)
- Size 8 vs 6 quarts (+33%)
Frequently asked questions
Does the lid really lock for travel?
Yes, the swing-up handle locks the lid with a seal-tight gasket, and multiple long-term owners report carrying it fully loaded without spills.
Is it actually a full 8 quarts?
One reviewer comparing it to a related model felt the real-world capacity ran closer to 6 quarts than the labeled 8, so measure your needs if exact volume matters.