All sous vide sticks hold water at a set temperature. The differences are controls, size, app and build.
| Anova Precision Cooker | Breville Joule Turbo | Budget sticks | |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-device controls | Yes | No, app only | Usually yes |
| App | Anova app | Breville Joule app, Turbo mode | Often none |
| Size | Standard to compact (Nano) | Very compact | Varies |
Sources: Anova , Breville Joule .
Pick one
- Want buttons and an app: Anova.
- Want the smallest stick and don’t mind app-only: Joule.
- Trying sous vide for the first time on a budget: a cheap stick works. Temperature control is the whole job.
More guides on the Sous Vide hub .