Cuts of meat that I prepared with each device were cooked to the doneness I expected based on the water temperature I used and tasted delicious, as did the ears of corn. I've cooked steaks, salmon and corn with both the Anova and Joule and recorded the water bath temperatures while the dishes cooked. This steak that I cooked with the Joule came out to medium doneness.

Plus, push notifications in both apps let you know when your water has hit temperature, when the temperature has dropped too low, or when your cook time is up. But the connectivity adds convenience since you can monitor your device, even when you're not home, and the apps guide you through the basics of sous vide. The connectivity won't completely remove all the work from sous vide - you'll still have to prep your food and prepare a water bath. Appsīoth the Joule and the Anova are Wi-Fi-enabled, which means you can connect each device to your home's Wi-Fi network and control them from smartphone apps. However, the Anova's sturdy body and controls make it easier to set the temperature right on the unit rather than relying on an app to be your middleman. The Joule is smaller and easier to store than the Anova, and the magnet works well if you're using a smaller pot that's not very deep. But the Joule also has a magnet at the bottom so you can stand it up right in the middle of a pot (as long as it's magnetic, like cast iron or steel). The only control on the Joule is a silver at the top to turn the product on and off, so you're dependent on the Joule's app to operate it.īoth immersion circulators can clip to the side of the pot or container that you're using for your water bath. It's 11 inches long and weighs about 1.3 pounds. The Joule's design favors a streamlined, petite look over onboard functionality.

Its larger size accommodates an LCD control screen and scroll wheel that you can use to set the temperature right on the unit without needing the app (more on that in a bit). The black and stainless-steel Anova is 14.75 inches long and 2.5 pounds. The most noticeable difference between Anova and Joule is their appearance. (From left) The Joule and the Anova Precision Cooker.

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