Should You Buy a Multicooker? | America's Test Kitchen (S24 E7)

[@ewjorgy]

I bought an 8 quart instapot pro cooker several years ago to replace my old pressure multi cooker and it is one of the two appliances that have earned a coveted spot on the counter in my small kitchen. I use it several times per week and it always is a joy to use. It is pure perfection for cooking rice, it is an absolute beast for making chicken stock from the carcass of the bird and it has become my trusted companion for making soups, chilis and stews. The stainless steel pot is beautiful and is easy to clean even after using it to saute onions or meat. I cannot stress enough how much you will come to love this machine!

[@jelenedressler]

Ditto!!!!

[@rebeccagarner2576]

@@ewjorgy I have the 6 quart version, and I love it too. The stainless steel pot with handles is a game changer.

[@99zanne]

My multipurpose is also an air fryer and does a great job on the Tyson chicken nuggets and fries, and steams perfectly, too. I got rid of all the rest of my appliances!

[@chemlearner2721]

It's so good.

[@ShariLynnSmith]

The insta pot with handles also helps when you're browning because the pan doesn't spin while you're trying to scrape or flip or whatever.

[@pjschmid2251]

Oh, I hadn’t thought of that. Yes that would be handy but I’m not gonna buy a whole new instant pot just to get that.

[@FlashOhJoy]

And you can use that pot on your stovetop!

[@pjschmid2251]

@ Are those handles heat safe enough for using on the stove top? If they’re just ordinary plastic, I would be concerned. Within the environment of the instant pot, they are set outside of the hot range of the pot, but on a stove top, you might risk melting them.

[@FlashOhJoy]

@@pjschmid2251 from the manufacturer: “Inner pot is made from cookware-grade stainless steel (18/8) with an extra-thick 3.5mm aluminum layer for faster, more efficient heating and flat bottom for optimal searing and sautéing Easy Grip handles on inner pot allow easy lifting and carrying, and lock the pot in place for perfect stir frying Inner pot is compatible with electric and gas cooktops and can be used in oven up to 350F”

[@SladedalS]

The handle grips are silicone, which is typically safe to 400-450°F. I wouldn't risk putting it directly under the broiler, but it should hold up to typical baking temperatures.

[@eileencollins3126]

I was intrigued to see what your analysis was. I have 2 Instant Pots, a 6 qt. and a 3 qt. I have the small one for stuff like rice when I am cooking something in the big one. They are one of my most used "toys". The stick blender is a close second. Great analysis. Thank you!

[@kawaiiwitchbaby]

I have 2 older model IP's - a 3QT I found at a thrift store in great condition and 6QT I found in clearance at Walmart for like $50 years ago. I use them both a few times a month - love to make big batch of rice and beans that I freeze for easy add on's to meals during the month. :)

[@barbaraanderson4175]

I have three stove top and three instant pots. I grew up with my grandmother and mother using them. I’m 75 and have used them my whole life.

[@RogerThat902]

When is dinner, young lady? :)

[@blueeyedbehr]

how did you and your mother & grandmother manage that when the instant pot was invented in 2009 and commercially available in 2010?

[@FlashOhJoy]

@@blueeyedbehr stove tops…

[@barbaraanderson4175]

@ my mother and grandmother used the stovetop pressure cookers. If you had common sense you would realize that. Have a good day

[@blueeyedbehr]

@@barbaraanderson4175 but that is not what you wrote.

[@vwood2]

I have the 6 quart pro. It’s great. The inner pot is heavy duty and can be used directly on the stove as well.

[@STVG71]

Great to hear you like it. I just bought one and can't wait to use it.

[@vwood2]

@ Great, I think you’ll enjoy it. Happy cooking! 🧑‍🍳

[@DUBBLARON]

Thanks ATK! I purchased the Zavor a couple years back based on your original reviews along with the ATK Multicooker Cookbook (geared especially to the Zavor). We couldn’t be happier and use it at least every couple weeks especially once the weather gets colder and we’re looking for hot comfort food quickly. If I have any suggestions for people looking at this - get yourself some silicone slings & risers for items you need to lift out or don’t want sitting on the bottom. I can’t speak to the other models, but the Zavor turns out fantastic cheesecake……yes, I said cheesecake and in 30 minutes. You’ll need some smaller springform pans that can fit in the cooker along with a sling that I mentioned. Thanks again, these multicooker are so versatile I’m sure whatever ATK recommends, you can’t go wrong.

[@webster695]

I have the generation before this version, and I absolutely love it! I upgraded to it about five years ago after several years with an even older model. I live alone, and still got the 8-quart, because it can make great stock and a huge pork shoulder for Kalua pork or pulled pork, all of which can be frozen for future meals. I love the stainless steel pot with handles, which I also use on the stove, and I love that I can make chicken soup from frozen ingredients within an hour! I have a very small kitchen, but this multicooker stays out on the counter, because I use it so often. I have to say that in my ~10 years with a multicooker, I have still never mastered rice, so I still cook that on the stove using the fingertip method. Oh well.

[@jpp7783]

I received an instant pot as a gift a few years ago. Even if all you’re ever going to do in there is cook beans and stock, then it will still be well worth it. Canned beans are just not great, and beans cooked on the stovetop are fine but take a LONG time, as does stock. This thing is a godsend for just those two jobs.

[@TechDogeth]

2-4 Cups black beans 4-8 cups water (could fill up to max line on a 6qt model if you want) 2-3 peeled cloves garlic 1/4 onion 1-2 teaspoons kosher salt optional: few Epazote leaves/stem (adds a lot of flavor) optional: pinch of cumin optional: pinch crushed Mexican Oregano edit: cook for about 60 minutes and let it release pressure naturally for best results.

[@rebeccagarner2576]

I agree! I would like to add to that, hard boiled eggs! SO much easier in the pressure cooker…

[@markcummings6856]

@@TechDogethHow long does this take, please?

[@TechDogeth]

@@markcummings6856 Rookie mistake, about 60 minutes and release pressure naturally for best results. Some beans can cook under the "chili" setting at 40 minutes (on my instant pot), but I've found 60 minutes works best.

[@markcummings6856]

@@TechDogeth thank you kindly.

[@pjschmid2251]

I never understood why they put the nonstick liners in some of these cookers. Is a stainless steel pot really that difficult to clean? Even if something sticks to it, soak it for a while pull out the scrubbing sponge or a brush; and if it’s really bad you could always use one of those stainless steel cleaning powders to clean it. But in the end they’re really easy to clean and so much more durable and functional.

[@sharvo6]

Barkeeper's Friend for the win!

[@rebeccagarner2576]

@@pjschmid2251 I agree! Spraying a little Pam on the bottom of the pot helps, and Barkeepers friend takes care of the rest

[@katydidiy]

Using no pressure, the instant pot can hold your yogurt preparation at the perfect temp. Covered of course the options for time can be set for overnight, but it usually only takes 4 hours. I just place my 4 cup pyrex measuring cup on a rack in the bottom, which I used to prep the yogurt. Use whatever container you wish, but I recommend glass as plastic can harbor oils and/or odors. Read your manual! I add a cup of hot water to the bottom.

[@Its_me--Boo_Radley]

This 76-year-old just bought an Instant Pot and I cannot stop using it. I make beans almost every week (I eat a plant-based diet). I always have at least a half dozen containers of heritage dried beans and boy, is it fast to make them in the Instant Pot. I still soak my beans because I find that it makes for a more consistently tender bean. I also make my own hummus (recently ordered 18 pounds of dried chickpeas) so again, the Instant Pot to the rescue. I've used it for lasagna and my morning oats. It is amazing ... it saves time and money (since I don't have to use 2 or 3 hours worth of gas to heat the oven or the stove burner.) I bought the 6 quart because I'm just cooking for 2 people.

[@ritahall8148]

I have a 6 qt Mueller multicooker (stainless steel inner pot) and use it a lot. It does well with brown rice, as did my previous method - a rice steamer insert for my stock pot (both enamel, rice never burned with either method, but once my stock pot boiled dry and got a little flaky). Just got a discounted 3 c Zojirushi rice maker (NS-LGC05). The rice comes out with a noticeably better and fluffier texture. The rice cooker cleans more easily. I haven't noticed much difference in flavor. I like both appliances and like being able to cook rice and beans at the same time and not have to worry about timing (rice cooker turns off when water is gone, multicooker turns off when the timer time is up).

[@maryquinn1496]

I love when y'all test things.

[@wotan10950]

Maybe I’m old-fashioned. I like my stovetop pressure cooker, my Dutch Oven, my nonstick sauté & frying pans, my countertop rice cooker. I don’t need yet another appliance. When scientists develop a dishwasher that also puts away the dishes, I’ll be the first one in line 😉

[@Ds-xz3hc]

I mean the point of the multi occur that replaces at least two of those “appliances“. But yeah if you’re happy with what you’ve got, there’s no reason really to change.

[@Blaze_1961]

I have 3 instant pot products, I dropped my air fryer basket and broke the clear view window. When I called to buy a new basket they sent me a whole new air fryer for free as mine was still under warranty. Just had to send the old one back at no cost to me.

[@janemartin229]

I got the 6 qt. InstantPot, then the 8 qt. (to do bigger recipes, like Grandma's Vegetable Soup). I thought the 3 qt. was silly until I found one for less than $10 at Goodwill--now it's my favorite! You definitely need at least one!

[@nostromo7928]

"These things replace a lot of different appliances." And my skillets, saucepans, knives, and stock pots replace most of the appliances on the market. As long as I'm still able to make my food the slow way that's what I want to do. It makes me feel more connected to life when I take the time to make it myself. I don't want to have to store or discard a bunch of countertop appliances. I like my countertops uncluttered. I have a stand mixer and a handheld mixer. I rarely need the stand mixer so it's stored in another room. I have a 4 cup food processor too but that's all. Oftentimes, less is more. 🙂

[@amiblueful]

The only electric appliances I own are a toaster oven, a 1940s stand mixer that I inherited from my grandmother, an immersion blender, and a personal-sized blender that someone gifted me. I don't even own a microwave. A standard oven and stovetop works just fine, even for reheating leftovers.

[@nostromo7928]

​@@amiblueful I hear ya. I ditched my microwave a few months back because I wanted that space for my cookbooks and I kept thinking about how microwaves are banned in Great Britain because they believe microwaved foods are unsafe to eat. I imagine they're right.

[@nostromo7928]

PS, that 1940's mixer is probably a real work horse from a time when things were built to last. 🙂

[@GilMichelini]

I have had the Instant Pot Pro 8QT for just over a year and LOVE IT. Highly recommend!

[@lawerencebacon2036]

I have an insta pot and it's a life saver for a one pot meal when you go out for a few hours and come back and dinners are done.Love mine. Thank for the info I love when ATK updates us on what's the best product to buy

[@rickwallace2091]

Adam really presents well.

[@backwoodscountryboy1600]

I can't believe you came out with this video because I'm in the process of looking for one of these type of cookers and this helps me with my decision greatly thank you for a great video

[@squintsyadams8463]

That instant pot pro is 99 bucks on amazon RIGHT NOW.

[@garrett6064]

Now that ATK rated it best, it will soon jump up yo $199. 😂

[@familyocean]

The 6 quart is 99. The 8 quart is 119. I looked.

[@987654321wormy]

My wife bought it last year at Walmart during Christmas. Was $99, with an additional 30% off employee discount. She uses it almost every week.

[@charlieharris3240]

@@garrett6064 "Now that" 🤣- while the online review received its most recent update in August 2024, the initial full testing was conducted in 2020, published online in 2021 and in print in 2022. This video was shot at least a year ago (possibly two?) for TV broadcast on PBS where it began airing earlier this year in February 2024.

[@garrett6064]

@@charlieharris3240 that "🤣" was intended to let people know what I was saying was in jest and not to be taken too seriously. But my, you are just a fount of ATK's publishing & vlogging schedule, aren't ya. That's hardcore fandom.

[@dianecooper7502]

You can get an extra ring for the instant pot. Mine actually came with two. One for sweet one for savory. You can leave out to dry completely too.

[@RogerThat902]

It's funny, I've cooked a bunch of different things in mine but never felt like a smell lingered on my rings. I wonder if others just have stronger sense of smell than I do? hah

[@ibgirl4sure]

I actually got the 8qt cosori several years ago and am quite happy with it. It came with extras, including an extra ring for the lid. Still haven't had to replace the original yet.

[@juliebarnett9812]

I love my Pampered Chef multi-cooker.

[@debbieabilock8397]

One feature you didn’t mention is whether you can choose a specific temperature. This has value if you are making your own yogurt and want to specify the temp that is best for certain bacillus. Instant Pot has ONE model that does - but many people buy a yogurt maker precisely because it has that control.

[@Stess-ky4gn]

I have a 3 qt. Just me, it's big enough. I use it to slow cook more than pressure cook. What I use it for most is yogurt. When making yogurt you can fill it up to say an inch of the top. Yogurt doesn't boil so it's not going to overflow.

[@DeltaLimaActual-t2o]

We have a 6qt InstaPot, but still use the Zojirushi Rice Cooker, because we make more than one dish at a time.

[@KenS1267]

I got a 3 quart instant pot and was not impressed with it as a rice cooker compared to my Zojirushi.

[@jeffreywhitaker5154]

@@KenS1267Zojirushi hands down all the time THE BEST!!

[@ReadTheShrill]

The Instantpot with the air fryer built in is awesome. I use mine to put a nice brown color on chicken, give smashed potatoes good crunchy edges, etc. It cooks potatoes in about 20 min, "slow-cooked" stew in about 45 min. I just can't say enough good about it.

[@gladysma308]

Thank you and look forward to your Instant Pot recipes.

[@katydidiy]

I forgot to mention, if you are going to buy one of these or already have one, buy an accessory set with pans that fit inside easily and if you want to remove the inner pot while still hot, also get a pan grabber, which may come with an accessory set. I use the grabber in my airfryer to lift out pans as well.

[@BobGeogeo]

Check the available accessories before you buy - alternative inner pots may be available. Always look for sales on these. Most Instant Pots above the basic ones include yogurt making.

[@karenughoc2849]

I have an 11-1 Nija Foodie. I love it. I bought a 2nd one for a backup if this ever stops working.

[@Adreadon]

I’ve had the 6qt version of that crock pot for a while got it for $35 on sale, it’s a great piece of equipment for my apartment

[@BlueJazzBoyNZ]

A multi cooker is Very handy. I Love mine.

[@tanyastalking8495]

My instapot is definitely a game changer in my kitchen! Was always “afraid” of using them until I wasn’t. Definitely worth investing in one!

[@PaulHo]

Do not sleep on the Ninja Foodi. I basically use it as a fake induction panel and cook everything I would on a stovetop in it, pressure cook so many one pot pasta meals and the air fryer is always ready to go, all in one.

[@taliaghoul]

Yes! I use my Ninja Foodi at least 4 times a week and I've had it for about 5 years. Best appliance I've ever bought and it saves a lot of space not having to also have an air fryer to store away.

[@PaulHo]

@taliaghoul truly, I got mine 50% off for a Prime deal, and I'm not even a Prime member. They were just offering it for everyone, and my life hasn't been the same since. I _am_ still looking for the right cake pan that fits inside and silicone lid for the insert though, just got some additional versatility.

[@99zanne]

Love mine so MUCH

[@onenof10]

The air frying capacity alone puts it miles beyond the models shown here.

[@terrihannon]

I love my Foodi too. Use it Dailey AF bacon, PC no soak dry beans, rice, chicken ect

[@michaelcorkery7108]

I had the Crock Pot Express. It died in about six months. Currently I use the Instant Pot Pro Crisp 8qt with air fryer lid. It's great. It has a pressure cooker lid also. I'm cooking spaghetti in it today.

[@VDash-Slesinski]

I’ve had a Breville version for years and love it. However I don’t use the slow cooker because I like to look into a glass lid to see the progress, so I use my $29 version. The first time I used the pressure cooker setting was to make mushroom risotto. It was so delicious.

[@JDurham124]

I am single and own a 3 quart instant pot. I use it multiple times a week. I find it much less intimidating than my old Presto pressure cooker. I don’t think it replaces an oval slow cooker, but it does well for small quantities.

[@jkbrown5496]

I've used mine to boil down to syrup the liquid from the canned green beans, in a couple cases from a #10 can. I was fast and had the safety of shutting off when the liquid got low. Also good to boil down to concentrate flavors from other cooking methods. I learned the value of boiling down from a Cooks Illustrated recipe for Carnitas back in the the '90s (I think)

[@STVG71]

Thank you for this review! I just bought the Instant Pot Pro but the 6QT model. I can't wait to try it out!

[@weeyee60]

I just purchased a new rocker knob, for my “old-fashioned” Presto pressure cooker. (I use it so often, I wore the old one to the point of no return. 😅) Seriously though, I will continue to use it, but I am getting the InstantPot PRO, for my son.

[@NguyenThiNgocHa88]

I have the winner model, the instant pot pro. I use it every day. I made natto, jiuniang in it. You can proof dough in it.

[@jtjtrs8806]

Thank you guys !!

[@charmainemrtnz]

That’s the one I have!!! Love the handles too!

[@RAD6150]

The one caveat I have is pressure cooking beef doesn't get the same depth of flavor as slow cooking or roasting. I love making mashed potatoes and rice in my Instant Pot!

[@rayradiance666]

Surprisingly, I’ve had the crockpot multi cooker for 5 years and it worked great - came up to pressure fast, did not stick, etc. But the instant pot did the opposite and the food always stuck unless I had a TON of liquid in it but sometimes I want to just have to come up to pressure with minimal liquid.

[@thomasbernecky2078]

I've enjoyed my six quart IP for several years now, and I use it more than I do my stove/range now. More when it's summertime and brutally hot. First world steam problems? I bought some really cheap washcloths and just put one over the vent. Learned that from a Japanese lady's video. best buy I've made in appliances in years, cooks faster, easy to ignore and hasn't exploded once yet? More recipes pls?

[@amen_ra6926]

Nice to have but I simply don't have the space to store it when not in use due to space on the counter is a premium in my apt. Cabinet space is also in short supply. But I've been told that they can be a game changer along with an air fryer. I backed off of consuming rice significantly so my large rice cooker that I've have for over 20 years could get retired since it doesn't get used and replaced by one of these. Something to think about.🤔🤔

[@pamelae909]

I had the Breville multi cooker for years before it died and loved it! I can’t speak to the current model, but in the older version the lid was removable for easy cleaning. I replaced it with ATK’s winner but I don’t find it to be as useful. I had had horrible luck slow cooking in the Instant Pot that I don’t even bother.

[@xperience-evolution]

I am about to buy one of these cause I need a pressure cooker. Probably going for the Instant Pot Pro or Duo. My Girlfriend also want the air fryer lid attachment.

[@debrachase3915]

The pro is awesome. The handles on the pot are a game changer

[@stlbf75]

​@@debrachase3915The handles were 100% the reason why I was drawn to the Pro this fall. The easy valve opening clinched it! Got the 8 qt and we love it! It has already made some perfect pot roasts, stew and soups. But I cannot express how much I love the handles on the actual pot. It makes using this appliance sooooo much easier. No more splatters, drops, spills or burned fingers!

[@xperience-evolution]

@@debrachase3915 Thanks for the input. I prefer the design of the Duo a little more but I guess we will pick practicality over design

[@tehtw1tch]

You guys didn't even get into the models that have air fryer lids, those things are a game changer from a convenience standpoint.

[@mikebrock1965]

I bought the 6qt Insignia brand from Bestbuy 3 years ago for $30 and love it. It does everything I need it to do. Makes great soup.

[@dannyg402012]

I have the Fagor Duo 8 qt. Stove Top and Insta Pot Duo 6 qt. I never really liked Slow Cooker food mainly because I'm old fashioned and you're leaving an appliance on all day. I was always taught "Turn everything off when you leave the house". lol ! Food always tasted "greasier" to me in a slow cooker. I bought the Insta Pot and loved it. Simple to use, and turns off by itself. Problem is it don't brown meat and sauté onions like it did when I 1st got it. After about 5 uses it don't get hot enough to "Simmer" even on the high setting. I got in mainly because the stove I had had all 'Medium" burners. all were 8000 BTU burners and it took 20 minutes to bring the stove top pressure cooker up to pressure. I'm since purchased a new Range and it has a 18,000 burner. What a difference ! Comes up to pressure real quick, and I'm happy. The Insta Pot is great don't get me wrong, it just don't simmer and brown meat like I can do with my Stove Top Pressure cooker. This Insta Pot pro might be ok, but the Insta Pot Duo I have I seem many issues with it not browning and simmering the same after a few uses. If I make chicken noodle soup I would have to boil the noodles separately. If I set it to "Simmer" after pressure cooking and try to boil the noodles in the same insta pot, it would never get hot enough

[@craigwilliams1073]

My only question is, how do you get the smell out of the rubber ring on the lid??? I've tried everything!!!! Open the storage cabinet, and "BOOM" in your face and up your nose!!!!

[@denisejohnson2960]

If you ever find the answer to that question, please let me know. Like you I have tried everything.

[@natviolen4021]

I have 2 rings. One for the smelly stuff and the other one for things that don't go so well with the aroma of f.ex curry. Doesn't solve the "BOOM" problem, though.

[@MSloan-qt6gl]

Take the ring out and store it separately. Buy multiple rings. But in my experience, the ring doesn't cause the cooked food to take on that flavor.

[@denisejohnson2960]

@MSloan-qt6gl I store the ring separately and I have a few rings. However I still cannot remove the cooking odor. I know the food doesn't take on the flavor.

[@lindaegan2296]

I have a 6 quart Instant Pot and the lid is dishwasher safe. I wash it in the top rack. Then I store it face up on my pot. (i.e. not the way you would put it on to use it). I’ve had it for years with no problems and no smell.

[@danilincks5809]

I just don’t think the slow cooker food tastes as good as braising or cooking on the stovetop, not sure why

[@TOM-C.]

Have you tried slow cooking in the oven? 250%-275% for 5. or 6 hours for a roast, or stew, yum! Talk about tender! I don't taste a difference in the methods, but it does bring up the question, do I need one of these? I like it for the pressure cooker method which I have never tried, and it beckons to me with it's 1 hour roast capabilities instead of the 4-5 hours on the stovetop! The extra cooking methods, and the great stainless steel pot that can be used on the stove also entices me to get one. For $119 it looks to be a great addition to any kitchen.

[@danilincks5809]

@@TOM-C. Yes that is what I said, braising means slow cooking in the oven to me it’s far superior in taste. I understand using a multicooker if you can’t be around the kitchen during the day but I have the privilege of working from home so I can keep an eye on it while it’s in the oven and it’s braising makes it so much better indeed. I had a multicooker but I ended up giving it away

[@mrblueskynm3968]

We've had one for a few years now and we love it. My wife is scared of our stove top pressure cooker and doesn't like me to use it. The Instant Pot is our "go to" device for fast and perfect rice and mashed potatoes. There are a ton of recipes out there on the internets for great meals too!

[@ronmartinez2766]

"Oma???" Somebody's got some German heritage! :)

[@kronos5385]

I didn't see the Ninja Foodi in this review. I have the model 301 - 6.5 qt unit and it's great. The steam release button does not have to be held open. It's been perfect for me but after 2 years of moderate usage the main pressure seal failed. There were many replacement seals available online at Amazon and I picked up a couple for about $12. I hard boil eggs for about 5 minutes (after pressure comes up) and when peeling the shells just fall off in my hands. Don't overcook them, they get rubbery.

[@thirtythree160]

1:24 What is the device you used for a wireless temperature tracker?

[@maryvanhouten6712]

Can you can in electric pressure cooker?

[@StreetSWAT]

I got the crock pot one a while ago, and just bought another internal pot that was stainless steel so I could swap out the non stick one for different recipes. I think it works great as a pressure cooker! terible as a slow cooker. In the end I also got an actual pressure cooker and still use my old fashioned slow cooker. So IDK if it was worth the buy at this point lol

[@renorebe.]

Instant Pot offers exceptional customer service.

[@gailaltschwager7377]

Thank you!

[@madcitywendy]

Love my Instant Pot!

[@Put-that-down]

My instant pot has a sous vide button. JEALOUS!?

[@frankpeter6851]

My kitchen is too small and my pressure cooker triples as a stock pot, boiler etc

[@razor60]

Yes, I have a ninja foodi 15 in 1 Max, best decision I made in the kitchen.

[@stebesplace]

So I guess 8QT is preferred versus 6? I didn't hear their thoughts around this, but the winners were both 8QT.

[@sharvo6]

If you're cooking for a family, Or if you like lots of leftovers, Get the 8 qt. For a single person or a couple, The 6 qt is usually enough. The larger the capacity, the more Minimum liquid is required ( Though it's not a big difference)

[@FlashOhJoy]

@@stebesplace I’d only get an 8 qt if cooking for a family. I have an 8qt stovetop, if needed. I bought the 6qt duo as my first electric PC. Later bought a 3 qt that gets used for vegetables, brown rice and steel cut oats… last year I bought the pro model because I liked the handles and the newer pressure release feature., but the programming is a little more finicky and I sometimes forget to push “start” after using my older pots for so long that didn’t need to be “started”… 😆

[@ItsAlive111]

3:33 or you can get a previous year model with no LCD screen for about $60 with a stainless pot too

[@markbunge2457]

My CrockPot brand lasted about two year of weekly use. The heating element gave up.

[@tejav1160]

They should review ChefIQ smart cooker. It’s a game changer and mostly kept as a secret.

[@karenhackney9920]

We have the Ninja Foodi, and that thing is a beast!

[@CShannon1991]

I’m thinking of getting my first Instant Pot but I’m wondering which one to get?

[@natviolen4021]

I've had my 6qt Duo for 10 years now. I'm very happy with it. I wouldn't need the crisp, airfryer etc functions of the newer models. Pressure cooking, steaming, slow cooking, rice and yoghurt is what I use.

[@justmejk]

I've been considering getting a 3qt mainly for yogurt!

[@willjay916]

Most recipes are developed for the 6qt. I started out with the 6qt and now I have both the 6qt and the 3qt. As others have noted, the 3qt can be used to make rice or other grains while the 6qt makes the main dish. 3 QT is good for steel cut oats and yogurt too. Edit add: it doesn't have to be complicated. I'd recommend looking for one that has the simplest and easiest controls and the functions that you would use (e.g. yogurt for me). My Insta pots are so old that they have the basic preset buttons with buttons for high or low pressure and buttons to add or reduce the time. No need to upgrade to anything fancier.

[@natviolen4021]

@@willjay916 I often use the pot-in-pot method for smaller quantities, thus somehow simulating a 3qt.

[@twosocks1976]

Okay so what I want to know, is that before I saw this video, the previous recommended model of multi cooker, went out of production some time ago. Is this video an update to the previous one, and is this model actually being sold right now? Also, is the seer function improved over previous models? Because the model I have right now, while it works okay, does not get very hot on the Sears setting. I'm thinking seriously of trading it in for a model with more powerful sear function. The other problem I have with the multi cookers, is that I have never, ever been able to cook rice effectively in one. It either comes out two waterlogged, too dry, or badly undercooked or overcooked. For right now, I have totally given up trying to cook rice in an instant pot. It has never worked for me. Perhaps I'll check out the website and see if there is a recipe and proper method, with proper amounts of water given, for doing rice in the instant pot. But so far, I have not been able to crack that code.

[@northsidedork_3043]

I'm interested to see how the ninja would test against the others.

[@ccwoodlands1565]

I bought an Instant Pot. Used it a couple of times. Gave it away.

[@maurashouse624]

Any of you have an opinion on the Our Place multicooker? It’s pretty

[@arleencorreia-pires]

I just got the instant 8 quart pot

[@ohnoyce]

The pro, and only the pro, can also function as a canner.

[@winstonelston5743]

I don't need seven or eight quart capacity. What would you recommend for someone who seldom cooks for more than one or two people?

[@Maria-In-Motion]

The 3 quart Instant Pot is great for you

[@abibodlogistics]

I'm trying to get a 10 quart pressure cooker,is there a good one in the market that comes highly recommended.

[@Maria-In-Motion]

The OG, Instant Pot

[@jenueheightz6851]

Why Vernacular not in the list?

[@JBCool0729]

It looks like they are paid by the Instant pot. I have had Chef IQ for a few years already and I love it but they don't even test it. It always the Instant Pot is the winner.

[@jeffreywhitaker5154]

I remember seeing this months ago.

[@GregSzarama]

How well did the Ninja one do?

[@joebob4943]

The Wife had to have one. She's never used it once.

[@midlander8186]

6 quarts...8 quarts... I'm single, and I occasionally cook for two. What am I going to do with such large appliances? Here's hoping for a little more focus on what seems an overlooked but significant portion of the population.

[@old-fashionedcoughypot]

Wow! The lnstant Pot Pro 8 Qt is $399.99 on Canadian AMAZON, eh? 😞

[@krumbergify]

The non-stick tends to break after a while and for some models it is hard to find replacement pots. So an aluminium pot might be more sustainable.

[@jeffreywhitaker5154]

Hopefully after this session people will stop calling it an “Instapot”! Smmfh.

[@Elisheval]

I find the pressure cooker to be very intimidating. So i'm not getting one.

[@GeorgeGeo]

weird, the Ninja Foodi pretty much invented this category and isnt here? My original Foodi is long in the tooth by now and I was just looking for ugrades

[@charlieharris3240]

I think rice cookers and devices like the Thermomix predate the Foodi and Instant Pot which seem to have come into popularity around the same time (IP may have been a little before). There was a Foodi in the line-up, but it was the one on the far right end and barely in any shot. It was also highly recommended, but it looks like it was also the most expensive model tested at the time of the review. There was also a Ninja Instant Cooker but it's since been discontinued.

[@Amybnuy]

Hmm I still don’t see much of a point but everyone Keeps recommending me these

[@onerainiday]

❤❤❤

[@BatPotatoes]

The instant pot pro has a very badly designed user interface. Too many beeps, too many steps. Lots of useless options & buttons. The dial is silly and should give me control of the heat level at all times, but doesn't. t's a little underpowered compared to my old 8qt duo, and the lid started collecting water between the layers of metal after a couple years. Having said that, I do like it, but I think it could be much better.

[@grantraynard]

Huh, i thought these just cooked rice

[@stellarfirefighter5318]

Couple years late on this one, aren’t you?