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New Improved Gourmia GSV140 Immersion Sous Vide Pod 2nd Generation Circulator Accurate Cooking Digital Timer 1200 Watts Black Includes Gourmet Recipe Book Black
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
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Total Reviews
311
Old Reviews
14
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Food Items
89cook, cooked, cooking, chicken, sous vide
+92%
-8%
" ... I’ve been hearing so much about the sous vide cooking method and because I love cooking I knew I had to try this. ... Once you’ve tasted a meal made with it you’ll see it’s a kitchen essential. ... "
" ... My meat came out great last night. ... Its so nice to cook this way. ... "
" ... The food came out perfect. ... "
" ... My steaks and chicken came out better then ever. ... "
" ... Great sous vide so practical and makes my food delicious great buy ... "
" ... Have cooked meat . ... "
" ... But for your average steaks, fish, chops, chicken, etc, cook times are about 1 hour . ... "
" ... Best way to cook meat, hands down ... "
Ease of Use
57instructions, works great, user friendly, simple, interface
+95%
-5%
" ... The instructions were super simple and clear. ... "
" ... Thankfully it’s easy to use since I’m new at this cooking method and stores easily too! ... "
" ... Easy to use and costs less than the next two competitors units. ... "
" ... It is easy to use, just not intuitive. ... "
" ... I had no issues setting it up since the instructions were easy to follow. ... "
" ... It's actually bigger than I expected it to be but it's still really simple to use and I have no problems reading the display. ... "
" ... It is lightweight, easy to store, and extremely useful. ... "
" ... This is my first time using a Sous Vide, and it was super easy! ... "
Baking
53cook, sous vide, sous vide cooking, chef, roast
+92%
-8%
" ... I’ve been hearing so much about the sous vide cooking method and because I love cooking I knew I had to try this. ... "
" ... Its so nice to cook this way. ... "
" ... Cooking times are quicker and it helps hold the heat in. ... "
" ... Great pod for Sous Vide cooking. ... "
" ... The learning curve is minimal, involving cooking time. ... (As in all cooking) ... I highly recommend this cooking technique . ... "
" ... This is a must have for home cooking. ... "
" ... I have used this for essentially every dinner meal ever since I got it. ... "
" ... The cook book that it came with also provides great tips for beginners like myself. ... "
Product Reliability
42stopped working, worked perfectly, beeping, 3 months, thermometer
+50%
-50%
" ... It ran for about 2 minutes before it broke. ... "
" ... We used it about twice a month for 9 months before it broke. ... So you can expect about 20 uses before it breaks. ... "
" ... We used it about twice a month for 9 months before it broke. ... So you can expect about 20 uses before it breaks. ... "
" ... Mine failed in less than a year due to a bad thermometer. ... "
" ... Stopped working in less than 30 days ... "
" ... This worked great on the first and second use, but began to glitch after that. ... The machine will flicker "on" for a moment when plugged into the outlet, but then immediately die. ... "
" ... Stopped working after 10 or so uses. ... "
" ... Stopped working after 10 or so uses. ... "
Heating
25heats, food, pot, temperature very quickly, hot
+88%
-12%
" ... The food came out perfect. ... "
" ... Cooking times are quicker and it helps hold the heat in. ... "
" ... Heats the water super fast. ... "
" ... This heats up really well and stays hot. ... "
" ... This heats up really well and stays hot. ... "
" ... Nice appliance and great way to cook on a hot day! ... "
" ... The Gourmia heats up much quicker. ... "
" ... The Gourmia heats up much quicker. ... "
Setup
24easy, simple, easy to follow, setting, written
+96%
-4%
" ... The instructions were super simple and clear. ... "
" ... I appreciate all those who give reviews and try to be as honest as possible in my own and hope they are helpful. ... "
" ... I had no issues setting it up since the instructions were easy to follow. ... "
" ... The instructions were very easy to follow, and the steak came out evenly cooked. ... "
" ... clip it solid, instructions are easy. ... "
" ... clip it solid, instructions are easy. ... "
" ... Just follow the instructions the first few uses, they are well written. ... "
" ... Just follow the instructions the first few uses, they are well written. ... "
Price
22worth, painful, gsv140, fence, anova
+91%
-9%
" ... A GREAT unit for the price. ... "
" ... You can't go won't using this over something double in price . ... "
" ... Then I found this one from Gourmia, the price was right and from reading the reviews the quality appeared decent, I bough it and tried it out and shall I say I am impressed beyond my wildness expectations, firstly at the concept of the slow cooking and how it works, but more importantly on the quality of this product. ... "
" ... Worth every penny! ... "
" ... All this to say I am having a great time with a top-notch product well worth its purchase price. ... "
" ... Great product for the price. ... "
" ... Great product for the price. ... "
" ... a great value compared to the 300 i spent on the nokimu a while back . ... but that was then and 300 bucks - this one for 99 is really great . ... "
Build Quality
22well built, gourmia, screw type, pot, works well
+86%
-14%
" ... Great product, seems very well made. ... "
" ... Made a leg of lamb for easter that came out realy tender . ... "
" ... The screw type clamps are better. ... "
" ... Seemed very sturdy and well made - NOT. ... "
" ... We intend to look at heavier duty models (i.e. ... "
" ... Like the spring-loaded clip, which works just fine. ... "
" ... secure on the pot ... "
" ... Overall works well and seems well built. ... "
Controls
20pod, getting used, finicky, temperature control, temperature
+30%
-70%
" ... The initial operation of the digital panel is cumbersome. ... "
" ... The fifth time I tried to use it I plugged it in, the display turned on for a few seconds, a beep sounded, then the device died. ... "
" ... Update: Since the original purchase was within the year, Gourmia has offered a refund, though I was told, to my dismay "you know, the buttons are touch-sensitive" as if I was the reason two units did not work. ... "
" ... My only gripe is that the buttons took getting used to. ... "
" ... My only gripe is that the buttons took getting used to. ... "
" ... There is something wrong with the wiring/control panel, I'm guessing. ... "
" ... the temperature control dial is not working . ... "
" ... Even when it was functioning correctly, before it broke, the interface was still horribly finicky and confusing about how long to hold the buttons and which to one press to stop it from beeping indefinitely when it gets up to temp, forgetting unit preference (degrees F vs C) when unplugged. ... "
Design
20sleek, cheap, works well, purple, well built
+100%
" ... the item also looks so sleek. ... "
" ... The design is really pretty! ... "
" ... The design is really pretty! ... "
" ... And mine is purple. ... "
" ... Overall works well and seems well built. ... "
" ... Overall works well and seems well built. ... "
" ... The included recipes look good. ... "
" ... the superior design attribute here (to me) is that the "dial" faces outside the vessel . ... just enough detail . ... "
Programs
19cook, oven, sous vide cooking, sous vide, stove
+84%
-16%
" ... Great pod for Sous Vide cooking. ... "
" ... The learning curve is minimal, involving cooking time. ... (As in all cooking) ... "
" ... Learning to cook sous vide. ... "
" ... Learning to cook sous vide. ... "
" ... That's the beauty of sous vide cooking. ... "
" ... I like to cook meals in advance, so, preparing Sous Vide makes it easier, more nutritious and less time over the stove. ... Now go cook something! ... "
" ... It's our first time using the Sous Vide method of cooking. ... We really like using this method of cooking/ ... "
" ... I'm a very experienced cook, especially outdoor grilling and smoking. ... "
Returns
16return, refund, sending, gourmia, unhappy
+44%
-56%
" ... I ultimately returned this unit for a refund. ... "
" ... With no way to return this item, this was an expensive disappointment. ... "
" ... I'm now in the process of sending back my second unit. ... At this point I just want my money back. ... "
" ... I'm now in the process of sending back my second unit. ... At this point I just want my money back. ... "
" ... I had to return it. ... "
" ... I still have time to return it to Amazon for a refund, which is what I will do. ... "
Marketplace
16amazon, uncooked, support, steaks, sorry
+100%
" ... It's strait forward to use, a good dial and performs exactly how described. ... "
" ... The sous vide I received from Gourmia is great. ... "
" ... It came quickly and as promised. ... "
" ... It is all the description says and more. ... "
" ... They contacted me after seeing my review. ... "
" ... They contacted me after seeing my review. ... "
" ... Pic 1 shows the uncooked steaks. ... "
" ... Pic 1 shows the uncooked steaks. ... "
Storage
16pots, gallon, bags, pot, tall
+81%
-19%
" ... This gives us flexibility to use in a small container to cook up a couple of steaks for the wife and me, or put it in a large cooler, to pre-cook a couple of racks of ribs prior to finishing off on the grill. ... "
" ... The clip fits a square 12 gallon container perfectly. ... "
" ... Currently I'm using a 12 quart Rubbermaid bin and lid for my primary container and this combination works well. ... I would not hesitate to use it with a much larger container if necessary to prepare for a lot of meals at once. ... "
" ... Currently I'm using a 12 quart Rubbermaid bin and lid for my primary container and this combination works well. ... I would not hesitate to use it with a much larger container if necessary to prepare for a lot of meals at once. ... "
" ... Its competition, for more money, will only circulate 5 gallons of water, while the Gourmia moves 10, allowing for twice the capacity. ... "
" ... Its competition, for more money, will only circulate 5 gallons of water, while the Gourmia moves 10, allowing for twice the capacity. ... "
" ... I put them in double bagged gallon zip locks using the water in the pot to force the air out. ... I also tasted some of it right out of the bag, mmmm. ... "
" ... I put them in double bagged gallon zip locks using the water in the pot to force the air out. ... I also tasted some of it right out of the bag, mmmm. ... "
Delivery
13received, arrived, schedule, quick, prompt
+92%
-8%
" ... Received this product with a excellent shipping time. ... "
" ... I heard such amazing things about this sous vide and couldn't wait for it to arrive. ... "
" ... The sous vide I received from Gourmia is great. ... "
" ... It came quickly and as promised. ... "
" ... Shipping was prompt and it arrived ahead of schedule. ... "
" ... Shipping was prompt and it arrived ahead of schedule. ... "
" ... REceived it on time as advertised and it works like a charm. ... "
" ... Works perfectly, quick shipping. ... "
Water Usage
12circulator, pot, boiling, thermometer, temperature very quickly
+42%
-58%
" ... It is very loud if the water level is not at the MAX water line. ... The unit heats up water very quickly. ... "
" ... I thought it strange that while the heating element was obviously on - the water was boiling all around the unit - the water circulator wasn't running at all anymore. ... I can understand if the water circulator didn't work. ... "
" ... Recently the thermometer on the device has gone haywire, reading lukewarm water as 150F+. ... "
" ... Recently the thermometer on the device has gone haywire, reading lukewarm water as 150F+. ... "
" ... Water circulator does not work. ... "
" ... Water circulator does not work. ... "
User Manual
11manual, intuitive, read the instructions, owner s manual, instructions that came
+91%
-9%
" ... The instructions were super simple and clear. ... "
" ... The unit is quiet and unlike most of the reviews that I read regarding the instructions it's very intuitive the only thing you do need to realize is that the timer doesn't count down it counts up and once one minute of time has elapsed it starts counting up at first I thought the timer didn't work until I read the instructions but that was all I needed to see it's very easy to use and I will let you know how everything comes out and we'll be updating this review in 6 months. ... "
" ... The unit is quiet and unlike most of the reviews that I read regarding the instructions it's very intuitive the only thing you do need to realize is that the timer doesn't count down it counts up and once one minute of time has elapsed it starts counting up at first I thought the timer didn't work until I read the instructions but that was all I needed to see it's very easy to use and I will let you know how everything comes out and we'll be updating this review in 6 months. ... "
" ... I appreciate the recipes and temperature guide included with the instructions too. ... "
" ... The instructions that came with the unit are quite good, as is the recipe book. ... The manual controls, although not intuitively obvious, are straightforward and simple. ... Just follow the instructions the first few uses, they are well written. ... "
" ... The instructions that came with the unit are quite good, as is the recipe book. ... The manual controls, although not intuitively obvious, are straightforward and simple. ... Just follow the instructions the first few uses, they are well written. ... "
" ... Easy to follow directions. ... "
" ... After reading the owner's manual (duh) everything was easy. ... "
Water Resistance
11circulator, tot, submerged, sensing, freshly
+55%
-45%
" ... It's got plenty of pumping action to circulate the water. ... "
" ... good water movement. ... "
" ... #3 shows the bags freshly submerged in the 140 degree water. ... "
" ... #3 shows the bags freshly submerged in the 140 degree water. ... "
As Gift
10xmas, brother, got, gave, friends
+100%
" ... I got this Sous Vide for my mother (who loves to cook and experiment with new techniques) and she is extremely happy with her gift! ... "
" ... will definitely re-order as gifts fir my friends. ... "
" ... Got this as a gift for my brother. ... "
" ... Got this as a gift for my brother. ... "
" ... Guess what my family and foodie friends will be getting for Christmas!! ... "
" ... Gave this for a Xmas gift. ... "
" ... Gave this for a Xmas gift. ... "
" ... Xmas gift for my brother. ... "
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