Is this sturdy? I want to order one but I can not decide between this one and Norpro vertical St. Steel roaster?
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Yup, it's pretty sturdy, just put a chicken on the grill not 5 minutes ago. The 2 "loops" for want of a better word actually click together at the top so it stays together nicely. They're about 3-4mm thick too so they can hold a decent sized chicken.
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It is sturdy but the base is too small as chickens get larger and larger.The old recipes call for a 3 or 3 1/2 lb chicken. In my area now, you cannot find one that small. They all run 5 to 5 1/2 pounds.I rest the chicken carefully on the upright and then sit the entire unit in a metal pie pan. The metal pie pan will also contain all the fat as the small pan on the Norpro may not hold all the fat and juices and run over into the BBQ. The metal pan will help to eliminate this.Buy this pan based on PRICE. This one is cheap compared to some of the others, and I just figured out how to make it work.Hope this helps. It is sturdy but the base is too small as chickens get larger and larger.The old recipes call for a 3 or 3 1/2 lb chicken. In my area now, you cannot find one that small. They all run 5 to 5 1/2 pounds.I rest the chicken carefully on the upright and then sit the entire unit in a metal pie pan. The metal pie pan will also contain all the fat as the small pan on the Norpro may not hold all the fat and juices and run over into the BBQ. The metal pan will help to eliminate this.Buy this pan based on PRICE. This one is cheap compared to some of the others, and I just figured... » Read More It is sturdy but the base is too small as chickens get larger and larger.The old recipes call for a 3 or 3 1/2 lb chicken. In my area now, you cannot find one that small. They all run 5 to 5 1/2 pounds.I rest the chicken carefully on the upright and then sit the entire unit in a metal pie pan. The metal pie pan will also contain all the fat as the small pan on the Norpro may not hold all the fat and juices and run over into the BBQ. The metal pan will help to eliminate this.Buy this pan based on PRICE. This one is cheap compared to some of the others, and I just figured out how to make it work.Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I'm not sure that 'sturdy' is the word I'd use, it is only held together by the two 'rack' pieces having some tension against the drip pan. One 'rack' piece has a notch so that the other fits in securely. While it isn't 'sturdy' per se, it is firm enough to be perfectly usable. I have never had issues with it collapsing when either placing a bird on or taking a bird off, nor any step in between. I would purchase it again. I hope this helps answer your question.
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Actually it really is. I have used it 3-4 times and have used it to steam the chicken in a large stock pot with 2 inches of water and a closed lid. i used a dray rub on the inside and outside and use a skinless chicken. The drippings catch and stay moist so I can scoop them up and place on the chicken again. a whole chicken takes about 30 minutes and you will need to add water every 10 mins or so. The fend product is a very moist poultry. Once cooked you need to let it stand for 5 mins to cook off and dry off a little. If you use this on the grill then i would place this on a cookie sheet for stability and cook indirect heat. Good luck! Actually it really is. I have used it 3-4 times and have used it to steam the chicken in a large stock pot with 2 inches of water and a closed lid. i used a dray rub on the inside and outside and use a skinless chicken. The drippings catch and stay moist so I can scoop them up and place on the chicken again. a whole chicken takes about 30 minutes and you will need to add water every 10 mins or so. The fend product is a very moist poultry. Once cooked you need to let it stand for 5 mins to cook off and dry off a little. If you use this on the grill then i would place this on a cookie... » Read More Actually it really is. I have used it 3-4 times and have used it to steam the chicken in a large stock pot with 2 inches of water and a closed lid. i used a dray rub on the inside and outside and use a skinless chicken. The drippings catch and stay moist so I can scoop them up and place on the chicken again. a whole chicken takes about 30 minutes and you will need to add water every 10 mins or so. The fend product is a very moist poultry. Once cooked you need to let it stand for 5 mins to cook off and dry off a little. If you use this on the grill then i would place this on a cookie sheet for stability and cook indirect heat. Good luck! « Show Less
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Pardis, this is very Sturdy. I have never had one fall over in the oven and the chicken comes out fantastic. I get so many good comments about my roast chickens.
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Yes!!! Buy it! Have not have one complaint when I make beer butt chicken. Everyone asks me to make it at every outing!!
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Yes it is. I love this roaster and use it for soups, chili, turkey breast. It's versatile and frees up oven space when you have big meals.
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Hello Saradipt, I actually bought the plastic frame fine grater from BBB last year and it's still holding up fine..I can't deny it's not as sturdy as the metal one but to be very honest I don't like my metal frame one! I am not sure if the one I've bought was defective or warped but the sharp edges are so protruding that every time I use it I cut myself!! So this will be up to you to go for the metal or the plastic frame. Hope this answer helps you!Regards.
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I used it for several months until I bought a hottop roaster on craigslist and then its been in the cubord every since. But it does work well for roasting beans and its very inexpensive. Look at videos on utube that will help you a lot.
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Absolutely NOT...It should be smooth and the basket handle should be sturdy,mine falls off at the handdle and is a real burn danger. Send it back, as I wish I had. It is the poorest design foran appliance I have seen only in electrolux overpriced large appliances. I vote it a piece of junk...
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The inner pot is not very sturdy and easily scratched. I gave my EZ Bean Cooker to one of my children and bought the SECURA for a little bit more. You can brown, steam, use as a slow cooker, etc. Much more versatile than the Bean Cooker. Has a heavy stainless pot, VERY sturdy. There are recipes all over the internet where you can learn how much time to give the beans, roasts, veggies, etc. you want to cook in your "electric" pressure cooker (which is what the EZ Bean Cooker is).
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I completely agree with Sandalsallyearlong, I had the 5914 and with all of the flimsy plastic parts, it broke after the second use. I got the 7411 after a lot more research, and have had no problems with it. However, I don't take it up and down the stairs. I think for the extra $50 you can't go wrong with the more sturdy 7411.
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I like mine very much, and it is sturdy. But I only use it as intended -- to get additional counter space by placing it over 2 burners of my stove. In that position, it has the full support of the stovetop, where you wouldn't have that on a cart.
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This beat out the top competitor! This little roaster is solid I use it for lasagna, sheet cake many things. I is perfect for roast chicken. This is cheaper than the other one.
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The stove is extremely sturdy with the cross members in place on top. As long a you have the weight distributed evenly I would say your options are pretty open as to the pot or pan you may use.
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I have this model and it works great. Prime Rib, chicken is awesome on it. Found pork roast smoked up the room too much from fat on roast but it was good tasting.
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It's sturdy,, we haven't had any problem with it..we don't use metal utensils in it normally. The inside coating seems very strong..it's a light brown color not the black type of Teflon. We love the cooker.
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Hi Lori, I was pleasantly surprised and yes it is very sturdy. It was much nicer then i expected for the money.
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My review was "Weber 22 1/2" gold grill. I had too break almost every bone on the bird so it wouldn't hit the dome lid. I'm sure the chicken didn't mind but I did. I'll see in a hour or so if I can get the roaster out of the bird without pliers." That was a 4lb bird. The roaster is pretty tall. With that said, I would go with 1 of webers models
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Yes its very sturdy, well crafted and sturdy. When unit is all put together its very sturdy. I glad I bought mine.
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The bowl is very large, sturdy and glass very well built. The lid is glass also. It is so good for broiling steaks, chicken, pork chops, sausages and even bacon using the timer and heat control. This method of cooking is so simple and hands free once it is seasoned and placed on the SS rack. To me, it is a worry free, and scrumptuous and juicy meats cooking ... vegetables too! We are a family of two. For more people, you may have to allow cooking your dish twice using the rack.
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You should also be able to use this on an induction cook top or the individual burners that are for sale now, since it is all steel... and as long as the bottom is flat. The negative reviews and chipping concern me. MADE IN AMERICA should say quality. I do have a 15 inch roaster that I love and have had no problems with.