Instant Pot 9 In 1 Review

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What Are The Specs For The Duo Gourmet

Instant Pot DUO Plus 60, 6 Qt 9-in-1 Review

The Instant Pot Duo Gourmet uses a sensor to toggle between 10.2 and 11.6psi on High Pressure and between 5.8 and 7.2psi on the Low Pressure setting.

Instant Pot Duo Gourmet 60 is the 6-quart pressure cooker. It is 1000 watts, just over 14 pounds, and 13.8 long × 12.4 wide × 12.4 tall.

The full Instant Pot Duo Gourmet user manual is available here.

Why Buy An Instant Pot

An Instant Pot is for you if you like to use cheap cuts of meat that need a long cooking time to tenderise. Similarly, if you eat lots of beans and pulses and like to cook them from dried, or steam your fish and veg, or eat lots of rice. It also allows you to simply walk away from what you are cooking and do something else.

Though youll have to make an initial investment, over time you will be able to spend less on cheaper ingredients. Because the Instant Pot slow cooks and steams, you could clear some counter space if you have several appliances.

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Is There A Better Alternative

If youre after a little more accuracy, Instant Pot offers other models of the same device, including the Ultra 10-in-1 that gives you better temperature control. Then you have other multi-cookers in the market with equally appealing cooking traits. Top in the list is the Mealthy MultiPot 9-in-1 pressure cooker, that sells for around the same price but makes a variety of dishes very well.

This is one of the clever appliances that will modernize your kitchen experience. in fact, I can only compare it with the Masterbuilt MB20041220 Gravity Series 1050, a digital charcoal grill that even includes a smartphone app for keep in touch with your barbecue, without the need to make your hands with charcoal. In short, the kitchen experience is changing for the better with innovative gadget and appliances.

Should you buy it?

Yes. The Instant Pot DUO60 6 Qt 7-in-1 is an excellent device that will replace a zillion of appliances from your countertop, because it does the work of a bunch of individual gadgets. However, if your counter already has a rice cooker, a slow cooker and so on, you might not readily need to add to the clutter. Just remember that as a newcomer, you may take a few episodes before you learn your way around the pressure cooker.

OUR PICK

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Instant Pot Pro Plus Smart

This smart Instant Pot Pro Plus is the latest addition to the companys lineup, allowing you to control your multicooker at just a touch of a button. Simply connect via the Instant Brands Connect app on your smartphone or device to operate, program and monitor your cooking progress. If you didnt want to use the app however, the touch-screen, LED display is straightforward, and you can set times with the handy dial. In addition, it has 11 safety features such as overheat protection, and heat-proof handles so you can safely lift out your inner pot after cooking.

It comes with 16 smart programs, which is fewer than other models, but it has advanced features such as NutriBoost to infuse flavors and enhance texture quality, aswell as the choice of three venting methods.

With a powerful 1500 watts, the Instant Pot Pro Plus heats up much quicker than other models we tested. This was evident while sauteing ingredients and searing meat: the beef was evenly browned before the pre-warming stage had even completed. Pressure cooking was impressive, producing tender, delicious stews in 45 minutes. We were also impressed with the fluffy texture and aromatic quality when cooking basmati rice, which was just as good as a conventional rice cooker.

Accessories: Lots Of Extras

Instant Pot 9 in 1 DUO Plus Review 2020

The first time you cook with an electric pressure cooker, youll realize you need more than one rubber gasket. The gaskets are especially good at soaking up savory flavors and smelling gross, which is decidedly not good when you want to cook dessert. Mealthy saves you the trouble of remembering to order one and includes an extra gasket in the box. Its even a different colorredso you can tell it apart from the one you use for dinner.

Mealthy saves you the trouble of ordering an extra gasket and includes it in the box.

The Mealthy also comes with a pair of red silicone grippers, making it easier to pull the hot stainless steel pot out of the multi-cooker. We didnt think wed use these much, but we found ourselves turning to them over and over again. Since theyre thinner than bulky oven mitts, theyre far easier to use.

We found the included steamer basket useful when steaming eggs for deviled egg sandwiches. We even lined it with foil and used it to make brownies. The handle made it easy to lift and lower into the pot.

We wish the Mealthy included a glass lid, which is handy when slow cooking. The regular lid works as long as the vent is open, but you cant peek in at the progress. At least its available for purchase online.

We wish the Mealthy included a glass lid, which is handy when slow cooking.

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What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item

Slow Cooker

Cook delicious stews, casseroles and more with Instant Pot Duoâs slow-cook feature. Prepare tastier, more tender meats and vegetables that are never overcooked.

Rice Cooker

Enjoy fluffy, tender rice every time. Your Instant Pot Duo makes all types of rice â brown, white, jasmine and more â delicious and foolproof.

Yogurt Maker

Treat yourself to creamy homemade yogurt â and youâll never look at store-bought yogurt the same way again.

Pressure Cooker

Fast and flexible cooking. High pressure reduces cooking time by up to 70% and low pressure avoids overcooking delicate food.

Steamer

Maintain the flavor and nutrition of your freshest ingredients. Set it to steam and enjoy.

Warmer

7-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker 9-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker 10-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker Unlimited
Smart Built-In Programs 14
Pot Size , Heating Element Power, Voltage and Display 6 Quart / 1000W / 120V~60Hz / LED 6 Quart / 1000W / 120V~60Hz / LCD 6 Quart / 1000W / 120V~60Hz / LCD 6 Quart / 1000W / 120V~60Hz / LCD 6 Quart / 1100W / 120V~60Hz / LCD
Pre-set Temperatures
Button and Wifi tablet or phone Touch screen, dial and button
Pressure Cooking Time
11 Safety Features. 11th feature – Steam Release Auto Reset 11 Safety Features. 11th feature – Self-Diagnostic 13th Safety Features

Overview Of The Instant Omni And Omni Plus

The Instant Omni is larger and sturdier than the Vortex. However, while it has a rotisserie, it lacks the rotating rotisserie basket of the Vortex. See our full Instant Pot Vortex review for more on the Vortex versus the Omni.

There are now reports that Instant customer service has verified that there will be both an Instant Omni and Instant Omni Plus. The plus will reportedly have the same dimensions but will add the proof and slow cook features. An Amazon listing of an Omni Plus with a listed availability in several months was up for awhile and then removed. Customer service did tell a person that the Plus would be sold on Amazon. A reader sent me screen shots that she took of listings for the Plus before it was removed and it does indeed appear to have the same dimensions, this is assuming that customer reports of the Omni dimensions are correct.

You can see Instant Pots sneak peek announcement about the Omni here.

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New Cooker Status Icons On Instant Pot Duo Plus

The LCD display is improved over previous Instant Pot models with a pretty bright blue display background and easy to read white lettering.

There are some new display icons that tell you if your Instant Pot Duo Plus is heating up and cooking is in progress, another one with the P in the middle to indicate that its on a pressure cooking program, The keep warm setting, and a little speaker icon to show you if the sound is turned on or off.

Are Pressure Cookers Safe

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Yes, electric pressure cookers like the Instant Pot are generally safe and easy to use. The Instant Pot has so many safety mechanisms built in that its hard to make a catastrophic mistake. As we found in our research and reporting in 2019, the lid has two safety catches: a float valve with a pin mechanism and a lock . If for some reason the steam-release valve doesnt do its job, the appliance has another sensor, which shuts off the heating element if excess pressure builds inside the pot. As an added safety measure, starting in 2021 all Instant Pot lids have an easy-to-use steam-release switch, so you can release pressure after cooking without getting too close to the valve.

In general, if you follow the safety instructions, you should be good. But, as with any method of cooking, using an Instant Pot isnt entirely risk free, and accidents can happen. In 2021, a woman filed a lawsuit against Instant Pot and Target because she opened the cooker, thinking it was depressurized, and the hot contents spewed out and burned her toddler. Instant Pot told us: While we are unable to comment on ongoing litigation, please understand that the Company takes consumer complaints and products claims seriously.

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Instant Pot Pro Versus Max

The biggest claim to fame of the Instant Pot Max is its canning feature. The Instant Pot Pro Plus is the only other model that is able to do canning. The trade-off is that the Max doesnt do Sous Vide, while the Pro does. Youll need to weigh your priorities to figure out which feature is more important. The Instant Pot Pro also comes with 28 one-touch smart cooking programs, which blows the 15 of the Max out of the water. Its a close race between these two models, so it will definitely boil down to your priorities.

Who Is The Instant Pot Duo Plus 8 For

This is for those who want great dishes without having to spend too much time and effort preparing the food. Basically, youre able to come up with tasty dishes simply by pressing a button. And its also for those who dont really want to spend too much money on appliances, since you can buy this to replace up to 9 separate kitchen appliances. In fact, its cheaper than many comparable multi-cooker models.

Especially useful for larger families, and those that batch, and freezer cook.

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Resources: App Recipe Book And Customer Service

In addition to the full-color manual and recipe book, Mealthy offers an app with meal plans and recipes. Although the company makes several cooking appliances, not all are created with the MultiPot in mind. We had to select my appliances and Mealthy MultiPot to get the recipes that would work with it. As a nice touch, though, the app doesnt require you to sign up for an account to use it. We appreciated this respect for our privacy and our inbox.

Keep in mind, any recipe collection from a manufacturer can be a mixed bag in terms of deliciousness. We did not enjoy the booklets brownie recipe , but thats the recipes fault, not the pot. For other dishes, we followed the recipes in an electric pressure-cooking cookbook by a nationally acclaimed author. All the meals turned out fantastic.

Mealthy prides itself on customer service, and we actually got a chance to test it. While taking the Mealthy on the road, we had a major mishap with the lid. It was sitting on the induction range, and someone turned on the wrong burner cue molten plastic. We couldnt find a way to order a new one online, so we emailed customer service. Within minutes, someone wrote back, allowing us to purchase a new lid for $19, including shipping. It arrived within two business days.

How To Clean The Instant Duo Plus

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Just like any Instant Pot, cleaning the IP Duo Plus is very straightforward.

Watch this quick video from the brand.

Technically, its from the Instant Pot Max. However, as I have mentioned, cleaning Instant Pot Multicookers is practically the same. So, all you have to worry about is not losing any of the tiny parts.

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How To Use The Instant Pot Ip

This Instant Pot 9 in 1 is part of the popular and reliable IP-DUO series but is the most improved version for the bunch featuring a cool LCD screen and new cooking programs.

The Duo Plus has a stainless steel inner cooking pot, lid, and steam rack. The inner cooking pot comes with food-grade stainless steel surface and the outer pot has a 3-ply bottom for perfect heating. So as you can imagine is free from non-stick coatings that can get scratched or chip off!

The Duo Plus does not disappoint when it comes to safety. It has come with 10 safety mechanisms to prevent any type of problem that you can have when cooking.

How To Choose The Best Instant Pot For You

Here are the key things to consider when choosing an Instant Pot:

Features: Some Instant Pot models come with preprogramed cooking functions and even additional capabilities such as Yogurt Making and Sterilization. However, these preprogrammed functions merely mimic low- and high-pressure cooking, and you can re-create them manually. Additionally, we found that some preprogrammed functions were unreliable .

Evaluate the kind of cooking you typically do before splurging on bells and whistles that you don’t need. You should also realize that you may still need to adapt your cooking times to get the results you want. We frequently found that the more features an Instant Pot had, the more confusing the controls were.

Size/capacity: We tested only 6-quart models, as they’re the most popular size on the market. However, many Instant Pots are available in 3-quart sizes, which are better for individuals or couples, and 9-quart sizes, which are better for larger families.

Price: It’s surprising how widely the prices vary for Instant Pots, given that most of them offer the same basic features, give or take a few specifics. Your personal budget for cooking gear will influence your decision on which price is best.

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Research And Buying Tips

What is an Instant Pot?

An Instant Pot is a countertop appliance that plugs into a wall outlet. Instant Pots are pressure cookers, but they can also slow cook, steam, sauté, warm, and more . They have presets for certain food items like poultry, rice, and stew, so you can simply press a button to cook your meal.

Which Instant Pot size is right for me?

Before you purchase an Instant Pot, consider your specific needs and the average serving sizes youll be cooking. Families of four require at least a 6-quart pot, while larger families will probably prefer 8 quarts. Additionally, 3-quart pots are usually the best option for one or two people or for preparing side dishes.

How is an Instant Pot different from a pressure cooker?

A pressure cooker is a device that cooks food under pressure. Its either an electric device you plug into the wall or a stovetop device that uses the heat of your cooktop. An Instant Pot is a multifunctional pressure cooker, meaning it has additional cooking functions outside of pressure cooking.

What can you cook in an Instant Pot?

Can you can food in an Instant Pot?

If youre someone who loves to pressure can and you do it regularly, we advise purchasing the Instant Pot Max. This particular Instant Pot includes a unique canning feature thats bound to make all your canning dreams come true.

Are Instant Pots safe?

Editors’ Recommendations

Cleaning The Instant Omni

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Cleaning is not as easy as the Vortex. The Instant Omni has a removable crumb tray, which is very easy to clean when all you have to deal with are crumbs. But once you have cooking grease, it makes for a much messier clean up. I ended up essentially using the baking tray as a drip pan. But I worry that will effect the overall convection.

On air fry only the top heating elements are used but some settings use both top and bottom elements. Plus I dont really want grease on those bottom heat elements even when it using them. The door is also not removable for cleaning like the Vortex.

Overall, the pain of cleaning is a downside for me. Although I love the size of the unit.

The crumb tray does come all the way out.

The exterior dimensions were given by an initial purchaser as 17.68 x 16.34 x 14.39 inches, but my own measurements are roughly 17 x 14.5 x 13 for the exterior, and the interior is 14.5 x 12.5 x roughly 10. That is rather large for sitting on a counter. But good news for those who want a larger air fryer. The baking rack is 14 1/2 x 12. It holds 13 x 12 inch pans. I have seen reports of it being 23 Qt, 26 L and 27 L capacity. So there is some uncertainty there.

The back has a stopper so that it wont accidentally touch the wall.

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