So, is a Crockpot the same as a slow cooker? For all practical purposes, yes. Unless you’re a kitchen historian or a competitive cook, your chili won’t care about the branding. Use the one you have, or buy the one on sale, and call it a day.
The only rule is this: Never call a Crockpot a “casserole cooker.” That’s just asking for a fight in the kitchen aisle. Trust me, I’ve seen it.
