Anova · Updated August 2026
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0: price, specs & release date
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0, released 2023. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: anovaculinary.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 is listed at $229 on anovaculinary.com as of 2026-08-03, #12 cheapest of 18 sous vide machines (median $175); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 43/100 pay-blind standing, #10 of 19 in class.
Verified Aug 3, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest sous vide machines: Monoprice Strata Home 1100W — $71.99
- Best for Named best-overall sous vide pick, with intuitive digital touch controls and a durable water-resistant IPX7 stainless build; Fast heating — an eight-liters-per-minute flow rate reaches target temperature faster than cheaper rivals.
Price history
$229Is the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 a good buy?
At $229, the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 is #10 cheapest of the 18 sous vide machines we track, where the median is $159. On the spec sheet, its max temp f of 197 is below the median of the 20, its circulation lph of 480 is below the median of the 6, and its wattage of 1100 W is at the median of the 21. By release date, it is the newest of the 11 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Only one whitelisted tester with fetchable prose covers this exact model: Engadget names the Precision Cooker 3.0 its best-overall sous vide pick, praising its digital touch controls, IPX7 stainless build, Wi-Fi, fast 8 L/min heating, and huge Kenji Lopez-Alt recipe library. TechGearLab's dedicated lab review was unreachable (site maintenance); Reviewed and Digital Trends only tested older Anova models.
Based on 1 review · 2025-04-29
Tested by Engadget
Consistently praised
- Named best-overall sous vide pick, with intuitive digital touch controls and a durable water-resistant IPX7 stainless build
- Fast heating — an eight-liters-per-minute flow rate reaches target temperature faster than cheaper rivals
- One of the largest in-app libraries of tried-and-tested Kenji Lopez-Alt sous vide recipes
Where reviewers disagree Single-source and uniformly positive: only Engadget's buying-guide prose was fetchable for this exact model, and it cites no drawbacks. The frequently quoted lab figures for this model (about 36-minute heat time and 0.06-degree accuracy) originate solely from TechGearLab's dedicated review, whose live page was under planned maintenance and could not be verified, so those numbers are deliberately excluded rather than reproduced. Engadget's own author notes he tests an older Anova model, so no measured value is attributed to the 3.0.
The sources (1)
on the latest version of the Anova Precision Cooker you get a number of handy upgrades like intuitive digital touch controls, a longer power cord, a stainless steel and water-resistant IPX7 design and even Wi-Fi connectivity.
with a flow rate of eight liters per minute, it can heat water to the desired temperature faster than less expensive competitors.
the Anova app has one of the largest collections of tried and tested sous vide recipes from any manufacturer.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $229 — current on record (was $169) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Anova |
| Released | 2023 |
| Wattage (W) | 1100 |
| Max temp f | 197 |
| Water capacity gal | — |
| Connectivity | wifi |
| Circulation lph | 480 |
| App control | Yes |
| Clamp type | Adjustable & detachable clamp |
| Display | Two-line touch screen |
Source: anovaculinary.com (verified 2026-06-20) · corroborated by amazon.com. Verified on official Anova product page: 1100W, dual-band WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, 8 L/min (480 lph), max 92C/197F, adjustable detachable clamp, two-line touchscreen, $169 sale (regular $229). Anova publishes no max bath size for this model; water_capacity_gal left null.
Is the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 worth it vs cheaper sous vide machines?
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 against its closest cheaper and pricier sous vide machines on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 18 ranked
| Product | Price | Wattage (W) | Max temp f | Connectivity | Circulation lph | App control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 this | $229 | 1100 | 197 | wifi | 480 | Yes |
| VacMaster SV1 | $199.99 | 1500 | 210 | none | — | No |
| Breville Joule Turbo | $249.95 | 1100 | 208 | wifi+bluetooth | — | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0?
Only one whitelisted tester with fetchable prose covers this exact model: Engadget names the Precision Cooker 3.0 its best-overall sous vide pick, praising its digital touch controls, IPX7 stainless build, Wi-Fi, fast 8 L/min heating, and huge Kenji Lopez-Alt recipe library. TechGearLab's dedicated lab review was unreachable (site maintenance); Reviewed and Digital Trends only tested older Anova models. Praised: Named best-overall sous vide pick, with intuitive digital touch controls and a durable water-resistant IPX7 stainless build; Fast heating — an eight-liters-per-minute flow rate reaches target temperature faster than cheaper rivals; One of the largest in-app libraries of tried-and-tested Kenji Lopez-Alt sous vide recipes. (From 1 tester review.)
How much does the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 cost?
The Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 has a US price of $229, as of 2026-08-03.
How does the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 compare on price?
At $229, the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 is #10 cheapest of the 18 sous vide machines we track, where the median is $159.
Has the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0's price dropped?
No — since 2026-06-27 the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 has risen 35.5%, from $169 to $229; the lowest we have recorded is $169 (2026-06-27).
What is the lowest price the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 is $169 on 2026-06-27.
Is now a good time to buy the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0?
The Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 is currently $229; the lowest we have recorded is $169 (2026-06-27). Every price is dated, so you can judge it against its own history.
When was the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 released?
The Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 was released 2023.
What are the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0's key specs?
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 (Anova): wattage w 1100, max temp f 197, connectivity wifi, circulation lph 480, app control Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-20.
Price of record: $229 at anovaculinary.com, 2026-08-03. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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