Anova - Precision Cooker Nano 3.0 - Black

This Anova Precision Cooker is as easy to use as it gets. It's as simple as filling a container or pot with water and then attaching the precision cooker to it and setting the desired temperature and cook time. What's even better is that it comes with a cooking guide for different types of meals that you may want to make. I decided to cook a boneless steak with the precision cooker using the recipe and cooking technique explained through the Anova App. I followed all the directions and placed my steak in a Ziploc bag and submerged in the water for 2 hours on 130 degrees to get a medium rare cooked steak. Upon completion, I took the temperature of the steak at it was at 135 internal temperature so I put it on the stove to sear to my liking. I always overcook the steak when it's on the stove but with the precision cooker, it came out just the way I wanted it to. It maintained all the juicy tenderness that a steak should have and I enjoyed a nice meal because of it. This precision cooker is definitely part of my cooking routine now due to how simple it is to use. You can even connect it to your home network so you can communicate with it through the app. 10/10 would recommend!

No issues so far. Setup is easy and cleaning is simple. Use about 12hrs a week and no issues.

one of the best cooking devices I have ever owned. Absolutely hands down the best way to make pork chops as well as steaks. No regrets here!

Since my wife is the cook using this device, this review is written by her, but the item was purchased through my Best Buy account. I come to sous vide cooking with no previous experience, simply a love of kitchen gadgets, the goal of increasing animal protein intake and the desire to learn how to cook tender meats I might enjoy more than my traditional cooking methods. I read the manual and installed the application on my phone. There are recipes in the application as well as the opportunity to add your own personal recipes and/or cook programs. I felt no need to buy a container. I am able to chose from pots I have on hand since I cook smaller portions for our small family. The stainless steel pot from my 6 quart Instant Pot works for most items I’ve made. I’ve made beef roasts, chicken breasts, eggs, turkey breast roast & beef steaks with ease. As time goes on you learn what cook temperature and cook time best suit your taste. I did purchase a few accessories to enhance my sous vide cooking experience: - Sous Vide Chainmail Stainless Steel Weights - Sous Vide Silicone Lid - Food Vacuum Sealer I would highly recommend this 850 watt Anova - Precision Cooker Nano 3.0. I find it effectively & consistently maintained my desired temperatures & performed beautifully for my home use. There are additional models available in higher wattages for quicker temperature rise and for those cooking in larger volume containers. Pros: Compact Lightweight Easy to store No assembly required Reasonably priced Easy to operate Phone app with recipes & remote access Consistently reliable cook results Easy to clean Quiet Precision temperature control Operate either with the application or manually Cons: The cord is about 38” in length which is about 12” shorter than what would be ideal for my needs. Planning is required. It typically takes longer for quality results than traditional cooking methods.

This was a Christmas gift for a family friend. She absolutely loves it! Delivery came early which was nice.

First and foremost, sous vide cooking is not for everyone. It simply takes too long. That said precision cooking is both a science and an art form. I am writing this review from the point of view of someone who is willing to take the time to cook. The Anova Precision Cooker Nano 3.0 is one of Anova’s latest precision cookers. The main differentiator is that it is a smart sous vide. But let me discuss first how it functions as a basic or manual souse vide. In general, the Precision Cooker Nano is generally the same as any other sous vide. You may either use an ordinary deep pot or a sous vide container. But do note that the sous vide container is not really necessary. Controls are pretty much straightforward as you can set the target temperature and timer on the touch screen panel. I did notice that there seems to be no power off button but that is not a big deal. I have tested this unit by cooking one of the most popular recipes for sous vide cooking namely poached eggs. I have tried the so called “fast and easy” technique for cooking poached eggs on a sous vide. I set the temperature to 166F and preheated it and set the timer for 14 minutes. Needless to say the result was perfect poached eggs. Compared to the traditional way, this is way more effective albeit longer. But then again poached eggs can be stored for a day and you can make your initial preparation ahead of time. As mentioned earlier, this is a smart device, You can download the app from either the app store both for Apple and Android. The app is simply an extension of the touch screen panel of the sous vide. But one thing to note though is that you can save your recipes in the app so that you don’t have to look for your recipes elsewhere. Overall the Anova Precision Cooker Nano works as advertised even though souse vide cookers have been around. Fore those serious about their cooking, the Anova sous vide is a great tool for the kitchen. I would highly recommend this product.

Quiet, efficient, produces consistent results with beef and chicken (that is basically all we use it for). This replaced a different brand that was a bit "louder" in the way it circulated water. This one is so quiet I had to dump some coffee in the pot to see the circulation pattern. It emits from the back of the device. Two thumbs up.

The Anova - Precision Cooker Nano 3.0 is quite a culinary experience. Simple to use and definitely won’t burn your food. Cooking via sous vide does take more planning and definitely more time. But the results are worth it for consistency of cooking. Setup is simple, you could literally plug it in, turn it on, set the temperature and start cooking right away. It also has bluetooth connectivity and using the Anova app you can monitor and control the cooking process. Being the “nano”, it does not take up much space in your kitchen drawer. The height of the clamp isn’t adjustable, but it can clamp to just about any pot. Just need to meet the minimum water line. Temperature control is digital and pretty precise. It has a very minimal whirring noise when using. It’s almost like a set it and forget style of cooking. I did some ribeyes and the inside had a very consistent medium color throughout, after I seared it. I like the quick sear after the long slow cooking process. Luckily, I also have the Anova sous vide sealer and bags, which is nice to suck all the air out of the bag, which minimizes floating. What I really enjoyed was cooking salmon with it. The salmon was moist and flaky after a quick sear. Using the Anova vacuum sealer, also helps the seasoning in the bag penetrate the meat and make it more flavorful. It would be nice if the Anova - Precision Cooker Nano 3.0 came with a quick start recipes, because honestly it’s practically ready to go out of the box. BUT there are plenty of sous vide recipes out in the WWW and on their app and page. Could I use it daily, probably not, due to longer cooking process, but definitely could be a planned weekend meal. It is definitely a new way to cook that, I haven’t experienced before. Everyone should give it a try, I’m sure with practice and planning I could get better and more diverse in my recipes.

It is an excellent tool for cooking my steaks, chicken, and fish to the right temperature without worrying about undercooking or overcooking them. After it’s done cooking all I need to do is pan sear it. It’s very easy to set up. All you need is a pan and water. It’s a very easy to operate and you can use the app to operate on the phone too.