Which is better for a family of four?

The Beautiful 4 Qt. Its 4 qt pot serves up to 5, and the digital presets and lid holder suit everyday dinners. The Crock-Pot's 7 qt is more capacity than four people usually need.

Which holds more food?

The Crock-Pot. It is 7 qt and feeds 9 or more. The Beautiful is 4 qt and serves up to 5.

Can I put the pot in the oven?

Only with the Crock-Pot. Its stoneware is oven-safe to 400 °F. The Beautiful's ceramic pot is not rated for oven use, and the unit tops out at 300 °F.

Is the Beautiful worth the extra money?

Only if you want the touch display, presets and lid holder. Otherwise the Crock-Pot costs less at $34.96 versus $54.24 at Walmart as of November 6, 2026, and holds more.

Which is easier to clean?

Both have dishwasher-safe stoneware and lids. The Beautiful adds a lid holder, so the wet lid has a place to rest while you serve.

Do either have a timer?

The Beautiful has preset cooking times on its digital display. The Crock-Pot is manual with High, Low and Warm only, so you track time yourself.

Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 4 Qt Slow Cooker vs Crock-Pot Manual 7-Quart Slow Cooker, Mussel Grey

Buy the Crock-Pot 7-Quart if you cook for a crowd or want a stoneware pot that can go in the oven. Buy the Beautiful 4 Qt if counter looks and a touch display matter more than capacity. The Crock-Pot is also cheaper: $34.96 at Walmart as of November 6, 2026, versus $54.24 at Walmart for the Beautiful.

Today the Crock-Pot Manual 7-Quart Slow Cooker, Mussel Grey costs $19.28 less at its best price.

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