I need a sous vide cooker that connects to my phone via Wi-Fi for remote control.

For reliable Wi-Fi remote control, I’d look at the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 Wi-Fi. Anova confirms it supports remote cooking through its app.Anova Culinary Support+1

• Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 with Wi-Fi - $229.95 (Williams-Sonoma)

• Budget option: INKBIRD Wi-Fi models offer app control and built-in displays.

• Premium/app-focused:

• Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide - $249.99 (Target)

— Wi-Fi control, but operation is much more app-dependent.breville.com

If you want a sous vide cooker with Wi-Fi so you can control it from your phone remotely, these are the main options to consider:

• Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 - $229.00 (Anova Culinary)
• Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide - $249.99 (Target)
• INKBIRD WiFi Sous Vide Cooker ISV-300W - $149.99 (INKBIRD)

Best overall: Anova Culinary Precision Cooker 3.0

• Wi-Fi control: Yes — the Anova app lets you start, monitor, and adjust cooks remotely.Anova Culinary Support+1
• Why it stands out: It has dual-band Wi-Fi, a built-in touchscreen, and physical controls, so you can still use it without your phone.
• Good for: Most home cooks who want reliable remote control and a familiar interface.

Best if you want a sleek, app-first experience: Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide

• Wi-Fi/app connected: Yes, it works through the Breville+ app for guided cooking and monitoring.Breville
• Pros: Very compact, polished app experience, recipe guidance.
• Tradeoff: It is more dependent on the phone app than cookers with full onboard controls.Breville

Lower-cost Wi-Fi option: INKBIRD WiFi Sous Vide Cooker

• Wi-Fi/app control: Yes.
• Pros: Usually less expensive while still offering remote temperature/time control.
• Tradeoff: The app experience and long-term support may not be as established as Anova or Breville.

My shortlist:

• Best balance of features: Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
• Best premium compact design: Breville Joule TurboBreville
• Best budget-friendly Wi-Fi choice: INKBIRD WiFi model

If you tell me your budget (for example under $100, $100–$200, or $200+) and whether you mostly cook steaks, chicken, fish, or meal prep, I can narrow it down.

Yes — there are several good options with Wi-Fi and phone-based remote control. I’d narrow it to these:

• Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 - $169.00 (Anova Culinary)
• Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide - $249.99 (Target)
• INKBIRD WiFi Sous Vide Cooker - $149.99 (INKBIRD)

My pick: Anova Precision Cooker 3.0

• Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 - $169.00 (Anova Culinary)

• Wi-Fi: Yes, dual-band.

• Remote control: The Anova app lets you start, stop, change temperature, set timers, and monitor the cook remotely.Anova Culinary Support+1

• Physical controls: Yes — a touchscreen on the cooker, so you're not helpless if your phone isn't available.

• Current price: about $169 from Anova.

• Why I like it: Best combination of smart features, conventional controls, power, and flexibility.

If you want the slickest phone experience: Breville Joule Turbo

• Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide - $249.99 (Target)

The Joule has excellent app-based control and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity, with guided cooking and its Autopilot features.Google Play

The major downside is that it's very app-dependent and has essentially no conventional controls on the cooker itself. It's also around $250.

If you want to spend less: INKBIRD

• INKBIRD WiFi Sous Vide Cooker - $149.99 (INKBIRD)

INKBIRD offers Wi-Fi app control at a lower price, with a 1000W circulator. It's a good value alternative if you primarily care about being able to monitor/control the cook from your phone.

Bottom line: I'd buy the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0. It gives you the remote Wi-Fi control you're after while retaining a touchscreen and physical operation. Also, be careful with older Anova models: Bluetooth-only versions cannot be upgraded to Wi-Fi.Anova Culinary Support

If you tell me your budget (e.g. <$100, $150, $200+), I can find the best current deal.

If Wi-Fi remote control from your phone is the key requirement, I’d narrow it to these:

• Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 - $169.00 (Anova Culinary)
• Anova Precision Cooker Pro - $199.00 (Anova Culinary)
• Breville Joule Turbo - $249.99 (Target)
• Inkbird WiFi Sous Vide Cooker - $96.00 (Home Fermenter®)

My pick: Anova Precision Cooker 3.0

The Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 is the best fit for most people. It has dual-band Wi-Fi, an on-device touchscreen, and phone control, so you can start/monitor a cook remotely without being completely dependent on your phone. It is currently listed around $169.Real Buyer Experiences+1

• Best overall: Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 — excellent combination of Wi-Fi, physical controls, accuracy, and price.
• Best premium/heavy-duty: Anova Precision Cooker Pro — 1200 W, Wi-Fi, and designed for larger water baths; Anova specifies up to 100 L and ±0.09°F accuracy.Anova Culinary
• Best app experience: Breville Joule Turbo — very compact and highly app-focused, but it doesn't have the same onboard controls/display as the Anova.Food Network
• Best budget: Inkbird ISV-100W — 1000 W with Wi-Fi/app control and generally considerably cheaper than Anova or Joule.

I'd buy the Anova 3.0 unless you specifically want the smallest possible cooker or regularly cook very large batches. It gives you the remote-control feature you're after while retaining physical controls if your phone isn't available.

If you'd like, I can also compare the best Wi-Fi models under $100, $150, and $200 and find the current best prices.

Here are the top Wi-Fi-connected sous vide immersion circulators that let you monitor and control your cooking remotely from your phone:

• Key Features: Features Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, a ultra-compact sleek design with a magnetic base (no fussy clips needed), and a specialized "Turbo Mode" that uses algorithms to cut traditional cooking times in half. It integrates with the Breville app and supports voice activation via Alexa or Google Assistant.

• Power: 1100 Watts

• Key Features: An industry staple featuring dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, a two-line touch screen to check time and temp right on the device, and an upgraded water-and-splash-resistant build. Connects seamlessly to the Anova app for remote tracking and thousands of recipes.

• Power: 1100 Watts

• Key Features: A budget-friendly powerhouse that connects via 2.4GHz Wi-Fi to the Inkbird Pro app. It runs very quietly, features low-water protection alarms, and allows manual adjustments directly on the device or from anywhere via your phone.

• Power: 1000 Watts

• Key Features: An economical 1100W option featuring an LCD touchscreen, 10 preset recipes, and companion app control over Wi-Fi. Available directly on the VEVOR store.

• Power: 1100 Watts[1][2][3][4]

To help narrow down the choice, let me know:

• What is your budget?
• Do you have limited counter/drawer space (preferring a smaller footprint like the Joule)?

Several top-rated immersion circulators feature Wi-Fi connectivity so you can monitor and adjust your cook remotely from your phone. Most Wi-Fi cookers operate on a 2.4GHz network band and pair with companion apps that also include guided cooking times and preset recipes.[1][2]

Add to list An upgrade featuring 1100 watts of power, dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity for a stronger connection, and an easy-to-read two-line touchscreen. It pairs with the robust Anova Culinary App for remote alerts and tracking.

Add to list A budget-friendly 1000W immersion circulator that connects via 2.4GHz Wi-Fi to the Inkbird Pro app. It includes low-water protection alarms and quiet operation.[1]

Add to list Renowned for its incredibly small, sleek footprint and powerful heating, it features direct smartphone connectivity and an extensive guided app framework (though note that traditional Joule models rely heavily on app connectivity rather than heavy onboard physical displays).

If you'd like to narrow this down, let me know:

• Your budget range
• Whether you have a preference for a specific app ecosystem or power requirement

I can give you a more tailored recommendation.

If Wi-Fi remote control from your phone is the key requirement, I’d narrow it to these:

• Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 with Wi-Fi - $169.95 (Williams-Sonoma)
• Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide - $249.99 (Target)
• Inkbird WiFi Sous Vide Cooker - $96.00 (Home Fermenter®)

My picks

• Best overall: Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 with Wi-Fi — currently around $170. It lets you monitor and adjust cooking from the Anova app, and it has a more established ecosystem than many of the inexpensive Wi-Fi models.
• Best premium choice: Breville Joule Turbo — around $250. Its big advantage is the polished app and automated cooking features; it's particularly nice if you want the phone to guide more of the cooking process.
• Best budget option: Inkbird ISV-1000W — roughly $96 in the current results. It connects through the Inkbird app and supports remote monitoring/control over Wi-Fi.

I'd buy the Anova 3.0 unless you specifically want the Joule's more automated cooking experience. I would also avoid the $50–$80 generic Wi-Fi cookers unless price is the overriding concern; the app/software experience is much harder to judge from the listings.

If you tell me your budget (e.g. under $100, $150, or $250), I can narrow this to the best 2–3 choices.