I have the Anova 800 w/ Bluetooth (not WiFi) and I agree with the above comment that even though it's neat, I don't find the Bluetooth practical for me and how I do things. I suppose if you were running a SV session while at work, it'd be nice to feel in control w/ WiFi and keep a real-time eye on things, but realistically you're not too often changing SV temps during a cook. And Bluetooth is only good for an at-home distance, so really what good is it? What I appreciate about the Anova is its display and the adjustment wheel right on the unit, so it's self-contained and doesn't need an app (but has one of course if that's your cup of tea). Instant Pot's SV is very similar in that regard, looks to be a great unit as well. Not sure if theirs has a dedicated SV app, I know they have a cooking app though.
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Thank you for all your help and input! I decided to get the Anova. I think the major deciding factor was that we just don't know too much about the IP for longevity so the well established brand with a good reputation stood out. Now time to find a good but cheap vacuum sealer. The MCS continues!
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I have the instant pot one and its been a champ. Use it about 3 times a week for the last 8 months and its never freaked out. You dont need a vac sealer for sous vide but it helps a lot for preseasoning meals and freezing so you can pull it out the freezer and right into sous vide. Generally speaking you gotta add an extra hour if its frozen but usually that isnt a big pain.
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I have the Joule and love using it. My neighbor has the Anova and he loves it as well.
I don't think you can go wrong.
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Seems you already bought, but I just want to recommend this to anybody who wants one... I've been using mine regularly, in fact it is running now since Sunday evening, 48 hours into a 72 hour cook... it is accurate, quiet, corrosion resistant, and very sturdy. I'm not sure why it isn't mentioned much - Anova seems to be the go to, but seems expensive to me... https://www.amazon.com/Gramercy-Kitc...sr=1-1-catcorr
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This test/comparison article from Serious Eats might help you decide: https://www.seriouseats.com/2018/12/...rculators.html
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