
The Cisno Sous Vide SV238A is a value priced sous vide cooker that is best suited to someone shopping on a budget or who will only be using it occasionally. Home chefs who plan on using a sous vide more frequently should try a more robust model like the Wancle Sous Vide SVC001 .
PROS
- 1000 Watts of power.
- 1.5 GPM flow rate.
CONS
- Quality is lower than average compared to other models.
- Alligator style clamp doesn't offer much vertical adjustment.
- High power and high flow means faster water loss from evaporation.
- Expensive compared to other models.
Cisno Sous Vide SV238A Review
The Cisno Sous Vide SV238A is a lower end precision cooker. It's not the best choice for an avid home chef, but is a good choice for some who will only be using it occasionally or is shopping on a budget. The Cisno Sous Vide is $72.42 , compared to our second highest rated model the Wancle Sous Vide SVC001 for $88.00 which we feel is a much better value.
Cisno Sous Vide SV238A Features
- 1000 Watts
- 1.5 GPM Flow Rate.
- 5 Gallon Water Capacity.
- Alligator Clamp.
- Controls on Unit.
- LED Display.
- Heating element enclosed in stainless steel tube.
Cisno Sous Vide SV238A Design and Feel

This model is 16" in height which makes this model taller than the average of all the models we reviewed. it has a standard strength housing and a stainless steel tube housing for the heating unit. It has an alligator style clamp, which is easy to set-up and cleanup and put away, but it doesn't off a lot of flexibility for vertical adjustment.
Cisno Sous Vide SV238A Power, Wattage and GPM

This model puts out 1000 watts of power, which is average for the models we reviewed. It has a flow rate of 1.5 GPM, which is higher than 2.0 GPM average for the models we reviewed. The high power on this model means you will have to be mindful of the water level for extended cooking projects. The high flow rate of this model means it will reach it's cooking temperature quicker than the average model we reviewed.
This model puts out 1000 watts of power, which is average for the models we reviewed. It has a flow rate of 1.5 GPM, which is higher than 2.0 GPM average for the models we reviewed. The high power on this model means you will have to be mindful of the water level for extended cooking projects. The high flow rate of this model means it will reach it's cooking temperature quicker than the average model we reviewed.
If you're shopping on a budget and need value pricing you can consider this model, however most home chefs will find it doesn't offer enough to fill their needs. For just slightly more money you can get our second highest rated model the Wancle Sous Vide SVC001 which is a much better value. We recommend the Wancle Sous Vide SVC001 instead.
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Cisno Sous Vide SV238A Compare Models
RATING | ![]() Yedi Housewares Sous Vide | ![]() Anova Bluetooth Sous Vide | ![]() ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide |
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POWER - WATTS | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
CONTROLS ON UNIT | 1000 Watts | 800 Watts | 1100 Watts |
LED DISPLAY | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
LCD DISPLAY | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Bluetooth Connectivity | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
WiFi Connectivity | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Amazon Alexa Compatibe | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Timer | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
CLAMP STYLE | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Water Capacity | Alligator Clamp | Adjustable Clamp | Tension Clamp |
Water Flow | 5 Gallons | 5 Gallons | 10 Gallons |
Minimum Water Depth | 2.1 GPM | 1.2 GPM | 2.1 GPM |
Temperature Settings | 1.5" | 2.75" | 1.5" |
Temperature Range | Farenheight and Celcius | Farenheight and Celcius | Farenheight and Celcius |
Temperature Stability | 194° F | 210° F | 208° F |
Noise Level | 1° F | 1° F | 2° F |
Size | 56 dB | 59 dB | 54 dB |
Weight | 16" x 3.5" x 3.75" | 14.8" x 2.8" x 2.8" | 11" x 1.9" x 1.9" |
Brand | 3.5 pounds | 2.5 pounds | 1.3 pounds |
Model # | Yedi Housewares | Anova | ChefSteps |
Warranty | B074MGYV47 | A2.2 Bluetooth | 4186JW120B |
INSTRUCTIONS | 2 Year | 1 Year | |
RATING | ![]() Yedi Housewares Sous Vide Instruction Manual | ![]() Anova Bluetooth Sous Vide Instruction Manual | ![]() ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide Instruction Manual |
AVERAGE PRICE | |||
CHECK PRICE | $109.99 | $105.00 | $179.00 |
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Review Summary

Cisno Sous Vide Sv238A Sous Vide
The Cisno Sous Vide SV238A is a value priced sous vide model that's best suited to someone shopping on a budget who only plans on using it occasionally.
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