Our take
Consider the MST-516 if you want one 6.5-qt insert that supports a documented slow-cook mode alongside other multi-cooker presets. Confirm the exact product identity and control details before relying on a specific program.
A buyer who wants a larger slow-cook vessel with additional cooking modes and can verify the exact MST-516 label on an offer..
Not for buyers who require a verified pressure-cooking mode, named timer duration, automatic Warm behavior, or an exact Amazon ASIN match.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- The exact model feature table lists slow cook among nine preset modes.
- A 6.5-qt insert gives a larger single cooking space than the 5-qt fixed-crock options in this batch.
- The saved model sources list a dishwasher-safe insert and lid plus a stainless-steel rack.
What to weigh up
- Consumer Reports says this exact model has no pressure-cooking mode.
- Preset names, timer range, and automatic or manual Warm behavior are not documented.
- The frozen brand field, title, and exact-model references use different branding.
The key details
| Model covered | MST-516 |
|---|---|
| Capacity and pot layout | One listed 6.5-qt cooking insert |
| Controls and modes | Nine preset modes including slow cook; no pressure-cooking mode |
| Timer and end behavior | Button-and-dial controls; exact programs and timer range are unconfirmed |
| Care and distinguishing details | Insert and lid are listed dishwasher-safe; exact Amazon offer is not crosswalked |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 8, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
A verified slow-cook mode in a wider appliance
This is a multi-cooker rather than a dedicated slow cooker, but the exact MST-516 feature table explicitly lists slow cooking, so it belongs in this category. The same feature table lists nine preset modes and says the model has no pressure-cooking mode. Those distinctions matter because the word multi-cooker can suggest a pressure function that this unit does not document. A buyer interested in its other presets should obtain the exact mode names and operating instructions for the offered model. The saved sources support the slow-cook use and larger vessel; they do not support a broader list of functions or cooking results.
The 6.5-qt insert sets the meal scale
Consumer Reports lists the exact model at 6.5 qt, giving it one larger cooking insert than the 5-qt Crock-Pot SCRP500-SP. The capacity is a nominal vessel measure, not a promise about serving count, recipe compatibility, or speed. If your routine uses a larger batch, the difference can be relevant; if counter or cupboard space is tight, the wider appliance may be a less suitable fit. No exact dimensions or shape are established by the saved feature table, so do not assume the insert is oval or that a particular roast will fit.
Controls are documented only at a broad level
The exact-model feature record describes touchpad or button-and-dial controls and an LCD, but it does not provide the nine preset names or an hour-by-hour timer range. A multi-mode control panel can offer flexibility, yet the evidence here does not show how a chosen program changes heat or how the unit behaves when a cycle ends. Automatic Warm, manual Warm, delayed start, and automatic shutoff therefore remain unknown. Do not treat a display or nine-mode count as proof of a specific timer. Ask for a photograph of the MST-516 controls or its matching manual if a certain schedule is essential.
The removable parts have a documented cleanup route
The model feature record lists a nonstick insert and dishwasher-safe insert and lid; the related exact-MPN listing describes a glass lid, steel exterior, cool-touch handles, and a stainless rack. Those details give the buyer concrete parts to confirm in a package, but the saved sources do not state that the rack is dishwasher-safe. The exact nonstick coating formulation is also not identified. Follow the included care instructions for the precise insert rather than assuming that every component shares the same cleaning rule. No oven or stovetop use is claimed for the cooking pot.
Brand wording and the Amazon offer need care
The frozen source labels the brand Elite Gourmet and the title says Maxi-Matic, while the Consumer Reports exact-model page calls it Elite Platinum and the Simaro listing uses Elite. The shared MST-516 code supports treating these references as evidence about a model candidate, but they do not establish that all names are interchangeable corporate aliases. The historical Amazon B07P759XDH page failed, so the product uses an exact-model Amazon search. Check the model plate, listed package contents, and region before choosing it; do not assume the old ASIN points to the model now.
What else to compare
The Crock-Pot SCRP500-SP has a clearer single-purpose 5-qt cooker identity and an exact Amazon listing with automatic Warm. The Euro-Pro KC276T has a detailed timer and Warm sequence but unresolved brand/bundle and Amazon mapping. The MST-516 suits a buyer prioritizing additional documented modes, provided those extra functions are verified on the specific unit.
Before you buy
Does the MST-516 have pressure cooking?
The exact-model feature page says this model has no pressure-cooking mode.
Can it slow-cook?
Yes. Slow cooking is explicitly listed as one of the MST-516's nine preset modes.
What happens when a timed program ends?
The saved exact-model evidence does not establish the timer range or end-of-cycle Warm behavior.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- Consumer Reports MST-516 model feature table ↗ — checked October 8, 2026.
- Consumer Reports exact-model MST-516 feature table; performance ratings not used ↗ — checked October 8, 2026.
- Simaro exact-MPN MST-516 listing for construction and listed components ↗ — checked October 8, 2026.
The decision
The MST-516 is a documented slow-cook multi-cooker, but its extra modes and branding need exact-unit confirmation before they guide a purchase.
Is it the right fit?
Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.