The best sous vide machines provide accurate temperature control to create delectable dishes like fall-off-the-bone brisket or perfectly done eggs. Our favorite device from Anova fits comfortably into any drawer and heats water quickly – our pick for best overall.
Other models like the Breville Joule attach directly to a pot or container using a clamp, providing convenient use without an app. They feature either an LCD display screen or controls for operation without being tied into an app ecosystem.
1. Anova Precision Cooker
The Anova Precision Cooker is widely regarded by professional chefs, who praise its user-friendly app with multiple recipes and temperature settings – so even beginners can learn to cook like experts!
It took longer than most machines we tested to reach its desired temperature target, but held steady and delivered outstanding results. Furthermore, Apple HomeKit integration could make managing other smart home devices in your kitchen simpler than ever.
The Precision Cooker features one of the widest openings among all immersion circulators we tested, making it more suitable to attach to various containers. Furthermore, its removable skirt makes for easier cleanup; another key consideration in any kitchen gadget. Furthermore, this immersion circulator features an audible alert when your cooking cycle has completed – another feature you won’t find with most immersion circulators we tested.
2. Breville Joule
The Breville Joule (formerly ChefSteps Joule sous vide machine before it was acquired by Breville) is one of the top immersion circulators available today, capable of attaching to various vessels while using considerably less water than comparable models.
The Joule Turbo is an upgrade on its predecessor that takes the guesswork out of sous vide cooking, using proprietary algorithms and software for faster meals than its predecessor could ever achieve.
To utilize the turbo feature, users will need to enter data about their protein’s thickness and weight into an app and submit it for calculation. Once done, it will adjust its cook time accordingly. It is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands-free control as well. Unfortunately, Joule Turbo cannot be used without having a phone or tablet handy as its controls are managed through mobile apps on them.
3. Kitchen Boss G320 Pro
This sous vide offers an intuitive user experience with its simple button and dial combo, bright display and versatile screw clamp that fits an assortment of containers. Furthermore, pre-programmed recipes and delay time features complete the package.
Kitchen Boss’ sous vide cooker offers this feature and comes with an extended warranty to demonstrate their commitment.
Undervacuum machines must have fast heat times, accurate temperatures, and stable heating capabilities for effective results. Our temperature test showed the Kitchen Boss G320 Pro as being superior in this regard; with its quick heat up times and fast recovery times (10 second recovery from three frozen burger patties!) as well as its constant temperatures during cooking processes.
4. Perfecta Water Oven
Vesta Precision’s commercial-grade sous vide machine provides incredible accuracy and power with its water oven design, heating our test containers to 165 degrees for succulent chicken that fell off the bone! While heftier and more costly than competing sous vide models, its affordability could make it worth every penny for serious sous-viders who use their machine regularly.
This all-in-one sous vide machine holds 10 liters of water and offers Wi-Fi control so you can initiate cooking cycles from any location – be it work, vacation, or at home. Its transparent lid lets you observe the process while helping prevent minor temperature fluctuations and water evaporation for long cooking projects. In addition to all this, there is also a timer included that will notify you when your meal is done – be sure to purchase an independent vacuum sealer so you can remove air and cook pouches successfully!