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The Best Pressure Cookers<\/h2>\n

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Full results from testing 5 top products are in our Product Comparison Table and Analysis & Test Results sections.<\/p>\n

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Best Overall Pressure Cooker<\/h2>\n

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Instant Pot Duo Plus V4<\/h3>\n

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    Stated Capacity:<\/strong> 6 Quart | Saute:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n

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    PROS<\/strong><\/div>\n
    Excellent overall cooking performance<\/div>\n
    Quieter, safer steam valve<\/div>\n
    Versatile 9-in-1<\/div>\n
    Easy-to-use control panel<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Pot can be hard to clean<\/div>\n
    Too large for some shelves<\/div>\n
    Saute function can be finicky<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    This newest version of the Instant Pot Duo Plus V4 offers a sleek new look and updated control panel features. Some great improvements were also made to the cooker’s steam valve, making it safer and quieter. In part, the Duo Plus is our favorite model for one key reason: Its ever-increasing quality. This is the fourth version of the Duo Plus (we’ve also previously tested the Duo Plus V3, which performs very similarly). Each new rendering of this product is continually safer and more user-friendly. The Duo Plus is a superb pressure cooker with eight additional cooking modes: Slow cooker, rice, steam, saute, yogurt, sous vide, cake, and keep warm. With this 9-in-1, all of your cooking bases are covered. The real game-changer for us is its amazing ability to cook delicious, fall-off-the-bone meats \u2014 we were always hungry for more. The Duo Plus can also whip up a decent helping of rice, but it is a little more temperamental when it is time to saute. Eventually, we achieved the best results on low heat instead of high. Finally, we really appreciate the Duo Plus’s interactive control panel that sends text alerts on the status of the cooking process as well as alerts on possible complications.<\/p>\n

    The Instant Pot Duo Plus<\/strong> is a great product. That said, our testers agree there is some room for improvement. The steel pot could be difficult to scrub clean, particularly after sauteing. Also, this pressure cooker might be a bit too large for homes or apartments with limited cupboard space. If you’re searching for a more affordable pressure cooker, we recommend the Presto 02141, which offers most of the features of the top cookers without the steep price point.<\/p>\n

    Read more:<\/strong> Instant Pot Duo Plus V4 review<\/p>\n

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    Runner Up Pressure Cooker<\/h2>\n

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    Breville Fast Slow Pro<\/h3>\n

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      Capacity:<\/strong> 6 Quart | Saute:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n

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      PROS<\/strong><\/div>\n
      Automatic steam release<\/div>\n
      User friendly<\/div>\n
      Great meat<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      CONS<\/strong><\/div>\n
      Very expensive<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

      The Breville Fast Slow Pro was a tester favorite. With a streamlined interface and a boatload of cooking features, it easily separates itself from the pack. It offers the most presets and cooking modes, almost to an overwhelming degree. Luckily the Breville provides an incredibly intuitive, three-dial interface that lets you cycle through all of these settings and fine-tune cook times and pressure levels with ease. We particularly liked the automated steam release valve on this machine. You can either set the valve to open automatically when the cooking is done or just open it with the push of a well-positioned button. It is nice to release the steam without putting your hand anywhere near the valve, although we didn’t feel unsafe using any of the tested models. The Breville was also the only model that slightly<\/em> stood out from the pack in cooking ability, mainly when it came to meat. The ribs we made with this machine had a somewhat more tender, fall-off-the-bone quality than the rest. <\/p>\n

      However, the high price might stop you in your tracks. The Breville Fast Slow Pro<\/strong> can retail for nearly double the price point of most pressure cookers. Though it is a better product than most of our test group, it’s still a sizable investment. On the other hand, if you’d like to keep your hands away from the steam valve or if you love making pressure cooker ribs, you might find this unit is well worth the additional cost. For a top-performing pressure cooker that won’t break the bank, the Instant Pot Duo Plus V4 fits the bill nicely, with admirable scores across all categories yet priced to leave a good deal of extra cash in your pocket to stock up on groceries.<\/p>\n

      Read more:<\/strong> Breville Fast Slow Pro review<\/p>\n

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      The Breville’s interface and dials were our favorite.<\/div>\n

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      Best Bang for the Buck<\/h2>\n

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      Presto 02141<\/h3>\n

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        Capacity:<\/strong> 6 Quart | Saute capable:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n

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        PROS<\/strong><\/div>\n
        Inexpensive<\/div>\n
        Good cooking performance<\/div>\n
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        No lid storage<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        The Presto 02141 is a capable pressure cooker that offers most of what the top models do, often at a significantly lower price. In our tests, it pressure-cooked, sauteed, and slow-cooked quite well, and proved to be relatively easy to clean. It also offers a non-stick pot. While we feel the stainless steel vs. non-stick debate primarily comes down to personal preference, this is a good option for those seeking an alternative to the stainless pots of many of the most popular models on the market.<\/p>\n

        Our main gripe with the Presto 02141<\/strong> is a minor one \u2014 it does not provide a good place to store its lid, so you’ll probably end up holding it while you stir or serve. Small critique aside, we think it’s a terrific value considering its price and performance. Comparatively, the most user-friendly pressure cooker of the group is the Duo Plus V4, which you can often find on sale at a similar price to the Presto, even though Instant Pot<\/strong> officially lists it for considerably more.<\/p>\n

        Read more:<\/strong> Presto 02141 review<\/p>\n

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        Best Versatility<\/h2>\n

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        Ninja Foodi Smart XL<\/h3>\n

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          Capacity:<\/strong> 8 Quart | Saute:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n

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          Most versatile<\/div>\n
          Non-stick pots<\/div>\n
          Tons of useful accessories<\/div>\n
          Lots of cook settings<\/div>\n
          Unique crisping and dehydrating functions<\/div>\n
          Clear interface<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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          Expensive<\/div>\n
          Requires a lot of counter space<\/div>\n
          Not easy to store<\/div>\n
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          Ninja has a proven track record of creating high-quality and multipurpose kitchen appliances. The Ninja Foodi Smart XL is one of our absolute favorite cookers to use. Its stand-out feature is sheer versatility. The product is a pressure cooker, a steamer, and an air fryer. This cooking trifecta allows the Ninja<\/strong> to broil, bake, roast, slow cook, saute, and much more. It also offers a superb dehydration setting. This newest Ninja model is the most convenient yet. Past models required different lids for each cooking function. However, this version introduces SmartLid technology. This allows users to switch between the three cooking modes with just the push of a finger. Our favorite part of the Ninja is that it can use multiple cook functions to cook three different dishes simultaneously. We also love that it tells us goodbye when we turn it off. <\/p>\n

          The elephant in the room is the weight and size of the Ninja<\/strong>. It weighs 25 pounds and measures almost 15 inches tall. Some folks may find lifting and moving this unit difficult, and storing it in a cupboard or on a pantry shelf may be just as challenging. It’s also a tad too large to be a permanent fixture on the counter. Overall, we feel this is an excellent multi-use cooker, but it is a bit inconsistent when it comes to pressure cooking meat. If you can compromise on the dehydration and air-fryer features, you will love the smaller size and flawless results Breville’s Fast Slow Pro delivers in the kitchen. <\/p>\n

          Read more:<\/strong> Ninja Foodi Smart XL review<\/p>\n

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          You save yourself time and money purchasing a myriad of other kitchen appliances when you buy the Ninja – the device that does it all.<\/div>\n

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          Product Comparison Table<\/h2>\n

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