Comments on: Best Instant Pot to Buy in 2021

By: Liane

Liane — Tue, 17 May 2022 23:01:02 +0000

Using my Nova in my RV, the only issue is there is no place to safely release pressure. My coach is older with lower ceiling which is some sort of fabric, and I can’t release pressure without unplugging and moving it to the table where there is nothing overhead but the ceiling. It’s a bit disconcerting but we are remodeling our kitchen and it’s been a real godsend overall. When the weather improves I may use it outside on a sturdy table. Meanwhile I’m using it with only a couple inches between the top and the bottom of the microwave oven. I suppose I could close the folding top on the three burner stove and put it there but that defeats the purpose of having a stove. Camping in the backyard is fun and I may just get a 3 qt mini for use going forward. I sure wish I’d bought the older Duo Plus. I knew this remodel was upcoming and got a V3 duo plus expressly for this purpose. I did not like it particularly and it’s sauté function is not very hot.

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:51:51 +0000

In reply to Emily Nelson.

Hi Emily – I have a separate air fryer, so I don’t use the air fryer lid very often. The Duo Crisp does not have the Yogurt function nor some of the other shortcut buttons like rice, brown rice, etc. Other than that they are very similar. That’s a great price for the Gourmet. I’d say just keep it.

By: Emily Nelson

Emily Nelson — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:34:46 +0000

I just bought this from Costco for $50. They also have a 6 quart duo crisp for $75 or $80. I’m trying to decide if I should return this one and get that one. I’m not sure how much we would use the air fryer. But maybe. I wonder if the pressure cookers are essentially the same. Do you have any guidance for me? Thanks!

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 02:31:29 +0000

In reply to Nanci.

Thanks Nanci! I’m sure cooking at 7000 feet can be a challenge. My current favorite is the Instant Pot Pro https://www.pressurecookingtoday.com/instant-pot-pro-review/ It’s available on Amazon https://amzn.to/3lYcjOd (affiliate link) but you may be able to find it in some stores.

By: Nanci

Nanci — Sun, 12 Dec 2021 19:06:57 +0000

Hi Barbara. I’m at 7000 feet. I would love to know your recommendation for a 6 qt Instant Pot. I used a Fissler pressure cooker for more years than I want to count! Thank you for all your great recipes for pressure cooking and baking. Great help , for high altitude cooking. Thank you.

By: Ruchi

Ruchi — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Hi
This is between evo and ultra, please help.

1.can every present in evo or ultra can be used ot duplicate with pressure cook setting.. I mean is it the same thing?
2. I have read in your evo review that it provides customization..So can you please explain that how the customization differs from ultra pot customization. What difference these two pots have in regards to customization?
What does full control or customization actually mean?
3.does evo and ultra have no pressure mode?
I need to order soon in so please try to reply to help me.
Thankful and grateful

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Sat, 21 Nov 2020 12:32:11 +0000

In reply to Tom. Hi Tom - I like the way you're approaching your new adventure. Have fun!

By: Tom

Tom — Sat, 21 Nov 2020 05:00:21 +0000

I want to thank you for your chart of times and so forth. Our slow cooker died after only a few months and due to Covid there is not an 8 quart available to replace it. The company offered a Crock-Pot express 8 quart to replace it. We reluctantly accepted the offer and I have been studying like crazy to find out the what, where, why, and how of an insta-pot type attack on meals. It appears we have pretty much the same unit as your duo product. We cook mostly in cast iron or the slow cooker with a little cooking in the micro-wave though most of that is reheating, and the toaster oven gets a mention. The heavy lid of a Dutch oven makes its use almost a pressure cooker. Since I am only 78 years old I am anxious to meet the challenge of a new adventure and expect to produce many savory meals and delicious deserts in the years to com with my new skill set.

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 05:58:06 +0000

In reply to Barbara Schieving. Price is not a factor, after reading the Evo review I think I'm sold! Thanks for your reply Barbara.

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 20:43:54 +0000

In reply to Chris. Hi Chris - if price is a big factor, I would pick the Duo Gourmet. The Ultra is my least favorite of the three and the Duo Evo is the one I use the most often and is currently my favorite. But you really can't go wrong with any of them. Have fun!