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Anova Culinary AN400 US00 Nano Sous Vide Precision Cooker 12 8 x 2 2 x 4 1 Silver
Last Updated: December 14, 2022 (Refresh Now)
7.9
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
405
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Food
215steak, cooked, cooking, meat, steaks
+91%
-9%
" ... This made me want to cook again and especially for how easy it was to use!!! ... Sorry I waited to long but did buy my own and also purchased the container with the lid that fits with it for easier cooking. ... "
" ... Cheapest cut of meat is tender and delish ... "
" ... As someone who has *always* struggled to cook meat reliably, I definitely feel like I'm cheating when I pop a steak in this puppy and it comes out perfect every time. ... "
" ... Lamb, chicken, steaks, eggs. ... "
" ... What can I tell you about this awesome Sous Vide? ... If you have never used one then go ahead as I highly recommend this to anyone who loves to cook like I do. ... "
" ... I'm not a very good cook but this is simple to use and gets great results. ... "
" ... You could say I was the winner by proxy here, I'm getting perfectly juicy and well cooked proteins along with more time with my spouse. ... "
" ... One of my cooks dropped it on the ground, still works. ... "
Usage
101easy, app, super, kitchen, room
+86%
-14%
" ... It's very easy to use. ... "
" ... Simple to use. ... 45db at the machine and 35db in my living room. ... The price was right and I may just use it in my guest bathroom next time to avoid the noise ... "
" ... Bought this for my GF for xmas, she loves it and uses it all of the time. ... "
" ... All in all product is easy for anyone to use, doesn’t need the app to work, is affordable compared to other models, and keeps the temps consistent. ... "
" ... It's so easy to use and control. ... "
" ... You don't need to control it remotely via an app, I like that it has manual controls. ... "
" ... Fun to use and does the job! ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
Body
62container, level, water level, plastic, bags
+45%
-55%
" ... A LO water level error kept occurring despite being submerged to the proper water level. ... "
" ... Everything works great but the mount piece in the back starting developing cracks and I had to super glue it after using it twice. ... "
" ... Cheap plastic clamp broke after only a few uses :( ... "
" ... Hard to explain, but basically it's designed in such a way that whatever container I am using, needs to filled almost to overflowing to avoid a low water error. ... "
" ... The very first time I used it, the clamp broke as I was holding the unit (NOT by the bracket) & next thing I know little pieces of plastic started dropping into my sink. ... "
" ... Broke after 3 uses ... "
" ... The product size doesn't fit most containers. ... "
" ... Broke on 4th use!!! ... "
Software
50recipes, anova, easy to use, easy, use the app
+80%
-20%
" ... I like the app but had issues saving my own procedures. ... "
" ... Love the app and how easy it is to navigate. ... "
" ... App is great too, but you do not need it at all. ... "
" ... Easy to pair and understand app. ... "
" ... Also found a couple recipes within the app that I love ... "
" ... The app provides many recipes, and I use it quite often. ... "
" ... The app also has tons of great recipes. ... "
" ... You don't need to control it remotely via an app, I like that it has manual controls. ... "
Connectivity
44app, connection, connect, connectivity, blue tooth
+73%
-27%
" ... The phone app is great - easy to connect using bluetooth! ... "
" ... Works great just doesn’t sync to my bf phone ... "
" ... The Bluetooth connection is nice if you'll be close by. ... "
" ... The highest worked via bluetooth only whereas this functions standalone or bluetooth, which I prefer. ... "
" ... Easy to use with Bluetooth. ... "
" ... Ive never used the bluetooth function but I'm so satisfied, I bought a second one as a housewarming gift for my best friend and his wife. ... "
" ... The free app that you can use with this cooker comes with great reviewed recipes that can connect to the anova. ... "
" ... Just connect to the machine via bluetooth and the app and you can easily select a temperature and time to sous vide. ... "
Reliability
40stopped working, nano, error, anova, weeks
+33%
-68%
" ... Not working at all ... "
" ... It broke after only a few weeks. ... "
" ... They have both failed in the first few days. ... "
" ... Stopped working in less than a year. ... "
" ... Had this little unit for 3 years but only used it LESS than a dozen times and it died. ... "
" ... Had the second one about a month and a half now and same problem is happening. ... "
" ... I only used it once a week or less. ... "
" ... When the occasion finally presented itself, the recipient opened it and the top was broken. ... "
Marketplace
36returning, got, works, advertised, replacement
+31%
-69%
" ... Due to my pregnancy I was not able to return the item on time- so now we are stuck with a defective product. ... "
" ... Too late to return through Amazon, I contacted Anova and they replaced it. ... "
" ... Update: I fully intended on returning this product. ... I’m going to be digging the box out of the recycle and sending it back. ... "
" ... I'll either return it or gift it to someone I am annoyed with. ... "
" ... Beware defective purchases when you buy this item. ... "
" ... The machine got broken immediately. ... "
" ... Not worth the purchase so I returned it. ... "
" ... So I can't send it back. ... "
Sound
34loud, high pitched, grinding, motor, whining
+12%
-88%
" ... However, the pump has an awful high pitched whine. ... "
" ... The sounds really is that bad. ... "
" ... I turned on music and I could be in the next room, but it was still noisy and annoying in the kitchen ... "
" ... Gotta agree with the others that noted the noise level. ... "
" ... About 30 minutes into the warmup, the pump or motor started to make a shrieking, grinding noise. ... "
" ... Also has a maddening persistent whine while operating. ... "
" ... The first time I turned it on in a pot of water, I discovered that the motor makes an awful whining noise as it works. ... I've tried to fix the noise by going through all of the troubleshooting suggestions -- to no avail. ... "
" ... The device emits a soft high pitched whine that was not evident in the previous model. ... "
Size
28container, compact, clamp broke, pot, unit
+36%
-64%
" ... Clamp Broke submerging entire unit. ... "
" ... There is no way to adjust the bracket to sit lower within the container. ... "
" ... If my iPhone ever moves far enough away that it loses connection, it won’t reconnect. ... "
" ... Starting from very early, the bottom cap for the coil department was flimsy and not holding on it tightly. ... "
" ... There's no reason to over-tighten the clamp. ... "
" ... The product size doesn't fit most containers. ... "
" ... Everything works great but the mount piece in the back starting developing cracks and I had to super glue it after using it twice. ... "
" ... I asked them HOW to open it up because I didn't see any screws, etc. ... "
Heating
22water, heats, heating, heat, cooks food
+64%
-36%
" ... Works great and makes some amazing food ... "
" ... I will say that we use it in conjunction with a Silicone cover for the pot of water to help retain heat and maintain the temperature. ... "
" ... I could not believe the difference in the taste of the food! ... "
" ... There was nothing to dislike about this product it works great cooks food awesome highly recommend it. ... "
" ... Easy to use, holds temp, cooks great. ... "
" ... Very pleased with my food outcome ... "
" ... It will auto start the timer before I’m able to put the food in. ... The cooking of the food is AMAZING though! ... "
" ... Food is moist and done to perfection ... "
Cleaning
21clean, vacuum, sous vide, sealer, easy to clean
+81%
-19%
" ... We also bought the combo package with the vacuum sealer. ... "
" ... I'm a true believer and every one of my top 10 streaks have come from suis vide. ... "
" ... Pros: does a fantastic job cooking sous-vide style, easy to use & clean, portable and doesn’t take up much kitchen cabinet space to store. ... "
" ... Also great for cooking frozen vacuum sealed steaks. ... "
" ... Pair it with a good vacuum sealer and you're good to go. ... "
" ... This Anova Sous Vide Precision Cooker is simple to use and easy to clean up. ... "
" ... Third, the Monoprice unit allows dissasembly for easy cleaning, which this unit does not. ... "
" ... I seal all my stuff in vacuum seal bags. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
20returning, sent, sending it back, replacement, refund
+5%
-95%
" ... Then, I was sent a replacement which took 5 days to authorize, and 2 weeks to send me. ... "
" ... We tried to return the unit, but by the time we had a chance to try it out, we were outside the return window, so unfortunately we just need to eat the cost. ... "
" ... Returning to exchange to see if this one is just defective. ... "
" ... Not worth the purchase so I returned it. ... "
" ... I have to return the unit and try to order another brand unit. ... "
" ... Due to my pregnancy I was not able to return the item on time- so now we are stuck with a defective product. ... "
" ... Update: I fully intended on returning this product. ... I’m going to be digging the box out of the recycle and sending it back. ... "
" ... I ended up returning three of these to Amazon and they all had the same problem. ... "
Price
18worth, worth every penny, waste, price point, point
+61%
-39%
" ... and about 1/2 the price!!!! ... "
" ... It has long since paid for itself. ... "
" ... I chose this model because it had gotten some great reviews and was a great price. ... "
" ... Worth every penny. ... "
" ... Seriously consider getting the higher price one. ... "
" ... WORTH EVERY PENNY! ... "
" ... It’s worth every penny. ... "
" ... I have waited four years for the price to drop. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
11advertised, got, manufacturer, responses, response
+64%
-36%
" ... Got on sale. ... "
" ... Item came early. ... "
" ... Performs just as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Lol Well it turns out that it works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works precisely as described. ... "
Comfort
9hands, worth, tri, tip, money
+33%
-67%
" ... Worked great but after about 4 uses the head popped off to where I can see the circuit board. ... "
" ... Each time it breaks at the attachment point once screwed to tightness. ... "
" ... Within the first year, the AN500 became loose such that it had to be handled carefully, with both hands, to keep it together. ... "
" ... Wrote the company and they couldn't do anything but "feel my pain". ... "
" ... That was a real pain. ... "
Design
7operation, finish, perfect, looks
+71%
-29%
" ... Excellent new design, save one issue. ... "
" ... Finish time is forgiving. ... "
" ... I am very pleased with its operation, quality of build, and design. ... "
" ... It looks unappetizing and gray straight from the sous vide). ... "
Performance
6job, well, everything, done, cooked
+50%
-50%
" ... The only way to fix it is to unplug, wait and then restart it. ... "
" ... It runs for a while and then just starts screaming at me. ... "
Clock
6alarm, set, low, level, backup
+33%
-67%
" ... I have to turn it on and set the timer again which is annoying. ... "
" ... Showed up and from the first (and only) time I used it, it never worked and constantly showed a lo level alarm ... "
" ... At least with my older model, it has an audible alarm when the water level is low. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
5advertised
+100%
" ... Performs just as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Lol Well it turns out that it works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works precisely as described. ... "
Marketplace / Defective Delivery
5item, got, return, product
-100%
" ... Beware defective purchases when you buy this item. ... "
" ... Due to my pregnancy I was not able to return the item on time- so now we are stuck with a defective product. ... "
" ... Perhaps we got a dud. ... "
" ... The machine got broken immediately. ... "
" ... When I first bought this, it was defective. ... "
Display
5display, touch, via, timer, temperature
+40%
-60%
" ... The touch display never worked. ... "
" ... The display broke off the body after the second time I used it. ... "
Cut
5tender, meat, takes, decided, cuts
+100%
" ... Takes a cheap cut and turns it into the most tender meat ever. ... "
" ... I am no longer afraid to buy an expensive cut of meat. ... "
" ... Cheapest cut of meat is tender and delish ... "
" ... The cut turned out amazingly tender and flavorful. ... "
" ... So, now I use it for my medium rare - rare cuts and it works great in the same amount of time the precision regular takes to cook my wife's thick cut filets. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
4one
+100%
" ... used it the day i received it. ... "
" ... Item came early. ... "
" ... New one still in the package. ... "
" ... Arrived very quickly. ... "
Cooling
4cool, tenderloin, room, freezer, degrees
+50%
-50%
" ... Runs 9 degrees too hot. ... "
" ... It then shuts itself off and when I come back to it, everything is cold. ... "
Video
3watched, watch, videos
+100%
" ... Watch YouTube videos on its use. ... "
" ... I probably should have watched a YouTube video or something to get an idea of what it sounded like ahead of time, but it’s much more annoying than my last sous vide (RIP) ... "
" ... Watch YouTube for receipes. ... "
Gaming
3changer
+100%
" ... Game changer for me. ... "
" ... We eat a lot of wild game. ... "
" ... This thing is a game changer! ... "
Features
3thing, features, set, much, backup
+33%
-67%
" ... The thing is that both of those features are fairly useless to me. ... "
" ... This thing doesn't have a real turn off timer. ... "
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