Crock-Pot Artisan 7-Quart Round Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
- Dutch Oven
- 7 quarts
- Enameled
- 1
A 7-quart enameled cast iron Dutch oven that reviewers repeatedly compare to Le Creuset in size and shape, at a lower price with the same hand-wash care.
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How it ranks among the 21 dutch ovens we track
4.7★ across 5,300 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
5,300 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
A 7-quart enameled cast iron Dutch oven with a fitted lid, built for stovetop to oven cooking such as braising, simmering and baking. The porcelain enamel finish means no seasoning is needed, unlike bare cast iron, and hand washing is the manufacturer's recommended care.
- 7-quart capacity with fitted lid
- Porcelain enamel over cast iron
- Oven and stovetop safe
- Hand wash recommended
Who it's for
Home cooks who want cast iron braising performance without paying premium European-brand prices. Less suited to anyone who uses metal utensils constantly or wants a piece rated for daily dishwasher use, since the maker recommends hand washing.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners who have used this for years describe it as durable and non-stick, with several noting the dimensions closely match a Le Creuset at a fraction of the price. The recurring complaints are shipping damage, one reviewer received it with chipped enamel in the box, and a lid knob that can work loose over time. One reviewer used a metal potato masher inside the pot and reported only light marks rather than real damage, and another mentioned running it through the dishwasher despite the maker's hand-wash recommendation.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Holds heat evenly for braising and slow cooking
- Food releases cleanly without sticking
- Dimensions and handles reviewers compare directly to Le Creuset
- Priced well below premium cast iron brands
- Lid knob can loosen and need retightening or replacement
- Enamel can arrive chipped from rough shipping
- Hand wash is the recommended care, despite one reviewer's dishwasher use
Specifications
| Brand | Crock-Pot |
|---|---|
| Model | 69145.02 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions | 13 × 6 × 12 inches |
| Item Dimensions W x H | 10.5 × 5.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 7 quarts |
| Temperature Rating | 500 °F |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Enameled |
| Lid Material | 7 |
| Material | Cast Iron |
| Color | Sapphire Blue |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Included Components | Crock Pot Artisan Round Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 7-Quart, Sapphire Blue w/Lid |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Part Number | 69145.02 |
| Item Type Name | Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in dutch ovens.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crock-Pot Artisan 7-Quart Round Enameled Cast Iron Dutch OvenThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 5,300 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch OvenLodge | 4.7 / 5 | 39,100 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven Pot with LidAmazon Basics | 4.7 / 5 | 52,100 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Overmont Enameled Cast Iron Dutch OvenOvermont | 4.6 / 5 | 10,800 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Enameled Cast Iron Dutch OvenUmite Chef | 4.7 / 5 | 3,600 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Crock-Pot 69145.02
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What size is the Crock-Pot Artisan Dutch oven?
7 quarts, with a fitted lid.
Is the Crock-Pot Artisan Dutch oven dishwasher safe?
The manufacturer recommends hand washing, though at least one reviewer reports washing it in the dishwasher without issue.
How does the Crock-Pot Artisan compare to a Le Creuset Dutch oven?
Multiple reviewers describe the dimensions, flat cooking surface, handles and dimpled lid as very close to a Le Creuset, at a lower price.