# The ANOVA Precision Cooker Container **URL:** \ **Category:** Accessories\ **Created:** [June 3, 2021, 2:16am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855 "2021-06-03T02:16:46Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![DoctorQ9](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/doctorq9/32/356_2.png) [@DoctorQ9](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/DoctorQ9)\ **Post date:** [June 3, 2021, 2:16am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/1 "2021-06-03T02:16:46Z")
I purchased the Precision Cooker Container and it has been a huge disappointment! When I fill it with water, the container walls flex so much that the molded lugs (intended to hold the wire grate in place) flexes and the grate will not stay in place. Also, the lid does not have a positive seat when placed. I found a much less expensive alternative on Amazon that works far better. ![better container](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/anova/original/2X/e/e45c63e314a87f8ced51b0e98082766472930bfc.png) ---
**Author:** ![DavidMLewis](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/davidmlewis/32/7296_2.png) [@DavidMLewis](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/DavidMLewis)\ **Post date:** [June 3, 2021, 6:11pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/2 "2021-06-03T18:11:55Z")
I agree; I have had the exact same problem with the 12 quart Anova container. It’s particularly bad when doing high-temperature cooks, as you do for most vegetables. I’m going to make a couple of stainless steel straps, hooked at the ends, to place over the container when it’s filled, but if that doesn’t work I’ll take your advice. ---
**Author:** ![jmack03](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/3bc359/32.png) [@jmack03](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/jmack03)\ **Post date:** [June 11, 2021, 9:17am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/3 "2021-06-11T09:17:06Z")
I’ve been using the Lipavi container for several years. LIPAVI C10 Sous Vide Container 12 quarts > **[Amazon.com: LIPAVI Sous Vide Container Model C10 3.0 Gallon (12 Quarts) 12.7 x...](https://www.amazon.com/LIPAVI-Sous-Vide-Container-Polycarbonate/dp/B014U56Z4U)** > > Shop LIPAVI at the Amazon Small Appliance Parts & Accessories store. Free Shipping on eligible items. Everyday low prices, save up to 50%. Polycarbonate lid with cutout to match your brand of immersion cooker is sold separately. ---
**Author:** ![lilmikey.ab](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/d6d6ee/32.png) [@lilmikey.ab](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/lilmikey.ab)\ **Post date:** [June 19, 2021, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/4 "2021-06-19T16:47:52Z")
Which container from Anova are you talking about? They have a couple different ones…12, 16 & 20L ones… The 20 is double walled, so, can’t see it actually having flex in the walls of it… ---
**Author:** ![MarkMcB](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/markmcb/32/7375_2.png) [@MarkMcB](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/MarkMcB)\ **Post date:** [August 27, 2021, 3:17am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/5 "2021-08-27T03:17:11Z")
I’m a newbie, using the 16L container that came with the unit from Costco. Doesn’t flex at all for me. Seems a little large for me at times though. The 12L you have looks interesting. What brand? ---
**Author:** ![anovaculinary](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/anovaculinary/32/7315_2.png) [@anovaculinary](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/anovaculinary)\ **Post date:** [August 27, 2021, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/6 "2021-08-27T14:01:57Z")
Hey Mark! We made design changes to limit the flexing in the 16L, and you have that updated design! ---
**Author:** ![MarkMcB](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/markmcb/32/7375_2.png) [@MarkMcB](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/MarkMcB)\ **Post date:** [August 27, 2021, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/7 "2021-08-27T19:17:17Z")
Thanks! That makes sense. And the more I use my Precision Cooker, the more I’m thinking the 16L isn’t so large after all. I’m putting more and more in it! ---
**Author:** ![anovaculinary](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/anovaculinary/32/7315_2.png) [@anovaculinary](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/anovaculinary)\ **Post date:** [August 30, 2021, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/8 "2021-08-30T18:24:52Z")
Haha! There ya go! Happy cooking. ---
**Author:** ![DoctorQ9](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/doctorq9/32/356_2.png) [@DoctorQ9](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/DoctorQ9)\ **Post date:** [October 7, 2021, 2:33am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/9 "2021-10-07T02:33:05Z")
What about those of us who have the original 16L container? Can we get a “fixed” design upgrade at a discount? Or return the one that we have? ---
**Author:** ![at-in-nyc](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ad7895/32.png) [@at-in-nyc](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/at-in-nyc)\ **Post date:** [October 21, 2021, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/10 "2021-10-21T14:32:55Z")
How disappointing. I was a fairly early adopter of this product. Frankly, I wish I had waited until more reviews were available. My container has the same spread issue. I had hoped mine was just a lemon, but it appears as though the first generation was poorly designed. ---
**Author:** ![at-in-nyc](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ad7895/32.png) [@at-in-nyc](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/at-in-nyc)\ **Post date:** [October 21, 2021, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/11 "2021-10-21T14:33:59Z")
Especially sad to see no reply from Anova, yet they reply within days to those who have the newer, problem free, model. ---
**Author:** ![anovaculinary](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/anovaculinary/32/7315_2.png) [@anovaculinary](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/anovaculinary)\ **Post date:** [October 21, 2021, 2:45pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/12 "2021-10-21T14:45:23Z")
Drop us a note and we can get a replacement rack out to you! [support@anovaculinary.com](mailto:support@anovaculinary.com) ---
**Author:** ![at-in-nyc](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ad7895/32.png) [@at-in-nyc](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/at-in-nyc)\ **Post date:** [October 21, 2021, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/13 "2021-10-21T15:01:17Z")
Thank you for the reply, however I do not believe you understand the problem. The rack is fine. The issue is the plastic bows when filled with water. The lid does not fall in, but there are gaps on either side of where it fits on the tub. ---
**Author:** ![anovaculinary](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/anovaculinary/32/7315_2.png) [@anovaculinary](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/anovaculinary)\ **Post date:** [October 21, 2021, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/14 "2021-10-21T15:10:04Z")
The redesign is with the rack which fits tighter and limits flexing. This is the improvement that newer orders are receiving and previous users are also able to get. We will take care of anyone who has an issue regardless of when you purchased. ---
**Author:** ![anovaculinary](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/anovaculinary/32/7315_2.png) [@anovaculinary](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/anovaculinary)\ **Post date:** [October 21, 2021, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/15 "2021-10-21T15:10:35Z")
Oh yea! Please email [support@anovaculinary.com](mailto:support@anovaculinary.com) and we can assist! ---
**Author:** ![DoctorQ9](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/doctorq9/32/356_2.png) [@DoctorQ9](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/DoctorQ9)\ **Post date:** [October 21, 2021, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/16 "2021-10-21T15:25:33Z")
The first time that I requested a replacement it was _refused_. I have now sent you _another_ request per your recent posting. ---
**Author:** ![at-in-nyc](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ad7895/32.png) [@at-in-nyc](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/at-in-nyc)\ **Post date:** [October 25, 2021, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/17 "2021-10-25T13:30:42Z")
Thank you again. I have corresponded with customer service. While I have not received the replacement rack, I will update once again when I do in hopes of helping others with the same problem. ---
**Author:** ![Boo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/7feea3/32.png) [@Boo](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Boo)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2021, 1:39am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/18 "2021-12-21T01:39:09Z")
Is there a specific model # to identify from the redesign and the old design of the anova precision cooker container? ---
**Author:** ![Boo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/7feea3/32.png) [@Boo](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Boo)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2021, 2:20am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/19 "2021-12-21T02:20:03Z")
> [@anovaculinary](#): > > The redesign is with the rack which fits tighter and limits flexing If purchased from Costco with the Precision cooker & container kit, includes the original or redesigned cotnainer with the rack that fits tighter and limits flexing? ---
**Author:** ![anovaculinary](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/anovaculinary/32/7315_2.png) [@anovaculinary](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/anovaculinary)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2021, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855/20 "2021-12-21T15:31:55Z")
The redesigned one! [Next page](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/the-anova-precision-cooker-container/28855.md?page=2)