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Instant Pot DUO Plus 8 Qt 9 in 1 Multi Use Programmable Pressure Cooker Slow Cooker Rice Cooker Yogurt Maker Egg Cooker Saut Steamer Warmer and Sterilizer
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.9
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Food Items
497pot, instant pot, chicken, cooked, cooking
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" ... If you are reading this, you already know about the joys of the Instant Pot. ... "
" ... The 6 quartworks well when cooking for 2 or a crowd. ... Everything from our favorite soups and stews to the easiest peel and eat eggs ever has been wonderful. ... Meat cooked in the IP is really tender and tasty. ... I joined a couple of Facebook groups for great recipe ideas and cook times since the cookbook that comes with this isn’t very good. ... "
" ... Did a pot roast and it was delish. ... "
" ... One of the most useful items of all my kitchen appliances, the Instant Pot gets regular use for both large and small cooking. ... Boiled eggs are fun to do as the membrane of the egg, peels cleanly with the shells. ... Cooking time with meats and vegetables is much shorter and the product is cooked thoroughly. ... "
" ... The pot roast and vegetables I used to put in the Crock Pot in the morning went into the Instant Pot today at around 5 p.m. We ate fork-tender pot roast and veggies at 6:00 p.m. ... So now I get to hit Pinterest to find easy, foolproof Instant Pot recipes. ... "
" ... I also bought Instant Pot cookbooks for great recipes. ... "
" ... They absorb everything and your food will pick up the taste from other foods, especially curries and chili. ... "
" ... I made roast and a beef brisket, both from frozen and made PERFECT baked potatoes!! ... "
Baking
278cook, instant pot, pot, recipes, meals
+96%
-4%
" ... The 6 quartworks well when cooking for 2 or a crowd. ... I joined a couple of Facebook groups for great recipe ideas and cook times since the cookbook that comes with this isn’t very good. ... "
" ... One of the most useful items of all my kitchen appliances, the Instant Pot gets regular use for both large and small cooking. ... Cooking time with meats and vegetables is much shorter and the product is cooked thoroughly. ... "
" ... So now I get to hit Pinterest to find easy, foolproof Instant Pot recipes. ... "
" ... I also bought Instant Pot cookbooks for great recipes. ... "
" ... I'm an instant pot convert for sure! ... "
" ... We use it to cook all kinds of soup! ... "
" ... I use it for rice and quinoa daily and sometimes other meals. ... "
" ... I cook for large crowds so this helps cut down on time in the kitchen drastically. ... "
Ease of Use
168recipes, learning, easy to clean, easy, pot
+96%
-4%
" ... So now I get to hit Pinterest to find easy, foolproof Instant Pot recipes. ... "
" ... So quick and easy to use . ... my life would have been so much easier! ... "
" ... It does so much, so much quicker and/easier. ... "
" ... This product makes it easier to use given the preprogrammed options. ... "
" ... Still learning to use my Instant Pot, but love it! ... "
" ... So easy to use and everything I have made so far has been fabulous! ... "
" ... So easy to use . ... "
" ... There are so many recipes online and it's very easy to use. ... "
Cleaning
103easy to clean, pot, easy to use, easy, dishes
+94%
-6%
" ... I've had other brands of pressure cookers and this is by far the easiest to use, clean and store. ... "
" ... It is easy to clean, cooks like a charm, the food has been delicious and it is ready quickly. ... "
" ... I will purchase the glass lid for when it's used as a crock pot. ... "
" ... I hopped on the bandwagon late as I was skeptical due to the Instant Pot's price and because my Crock Pot is collecting dust. ... "
" ... It's been a very nice tool addition in our 'fix mostly from scratch kitchen.' ... "
" ... Clean up is also a breeze. ... "
" ... The pot is really good too - very easy to clean. ... "
" ... Minimal dishes to do for a super fast clean up! ... "
Product Reliability
96week, times a week, instant pot, ago, error
+68%
-32%
" ... Seriously, how have I survived all these years without this? ... "
" ... I know that was years ago, I know it was probably overfilled and the old ones did not have safety features like the cookers today. ... "
" ... This cooker is so much simpler to use and there is no reason to be afraid of an accident happening. ... "
" ... Five stars all the way. ... "
" ... I can’t believe I waited so long to order one ... "
" ... I use it about 4-5x a week. ... "
" ... It is a great product when you have a busy life. ... "
" ... Only reason it’s not 5 stars is the backlight started going out a month after I got it, still cooks without issue though. ... "
Capacity
57family, busy, workhorse, large family, great addition
+100%
" ... Better to have the room and not need it . ... "
" ... I have told so many friends and family members about it that they should be giving me a commission at this point (but, sadly, they don't). ... "
" ... This has been a great addition to our kitchen. ... "
" ... An absolute must for every kitchen countertop ... "
" ... I bought this for my daughter and her family. ... "
" ... It's has a footprint of about 1 Sq ft. ... "
" ... This has definitely saved me some space in my kitchen. ... "
" ... Great purchase for our family ... "
Build Quality
56pot, lid, stainless steel inner, ribs, steel inner pot
+82%
-18%
" ... I picked this brand because it has the stainless steel removable pot ... which is a healthier way to go than the teflon coated aluminum…plus has longevity. ... "
" ... It is SO well designed and sturdy! ... "
" ... Nice that it has the stainless steel pot. ... "
" ... Trivets, an extra pot, wood spoon, flat whisk, gaskets, etc. ... "
" ... I LOVE that the lid and stainless steel inner pot can be put in the dishwasher. ... I like that the cord detaches from the unit because I can put everything inside to keep it all together. ... On the other hand, though, they didn't want the broken one back, so now I have an extra inner pot and lid. ... I don't have one yet myself, but I suggest the silicone lid accessory if you sometimes go straight to the fridge like I do. ... It probably works better than foil or plastic. ... "
" ... Very well made quality product. ... "
" ... There's a lot of use here and a trustworthy construction makes it almost a must have. ... "
" ... Made ribs, great. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
55easy to clean, easy, easy to use, breeze, use and clean
+93%
-7%
" ... Clean up is also a breeze. ... "
" ... The pot is really good too - very easy to clean. ... "
" ... Minimal dishes to do for a super fast clean up! ... "
" ... Easy to clean, looks good on our counter. ... "
" ... is easy to use, easy to clean up. ... "
" ... I love how easy it is to use and especially how easy it is to clean! ... "
" ... A great size, and super easy to clean and use. ... "
" ... It’s easy to use & easy to clean. ... "
Marketplace
53cyber monday, sold, warehouse, picture, like new
+79%
-21%
" ... Best purchase I've ever made on Amazon. ... "
" ... I received this at the expected time. ... "
" ... What a response! ... "
" ... I am working my way thru the features and all work as described. ... "
" ... It works as advertised ... "
" ... No big deal. ... "
" ... I am the researcher for all things purchased and we chose this based on the feedback from Amazon and other sites. ... "
" ... Hint to prospective buyers: Amazon does not have anywhere near the best prices! ... "
As Gift
51christmas, gifts, law, sister, received one
+92%
-8%
" ... I love it so much, I bought one for me and two for gifts! ... "
" ... Bought as a birthday gift. ... "
" ... I gave this Instant Pot as a gift to my daughter in law. ... "
" ... I have not had the pleasure of using this personally but I gave it as a gift and it has received rave reviews - from quick pot roast to lamb stew, it was a winner and much appreciated by busy parents trying to get dinner on the table. ... "
" ... This was a Christmas gift which I thought would be used for a couple of weeks and then cast aside. ... "
" ... We bought this for my sister-in-law as a Christmas present. ... "
" ... I bought this 3 months ago as a christmas present for myself, it has changed my life. ... "
" ... I have bought three as gifts and one for myself. ... "
Programs
51cook, stove, pot, oven, recipes
+84%
-16%
" ... So many options and saves so much time cooking. ... "
" ... It is smart technology controlled so I never had to worry about forgetting to turn off stove. ... "
" ... I don't have to stand over the stove making sure everything is cooking. ... "
" ... Recently single I wanted to explore some cooking options to avoid eating out all the time. ... "
" ... I have learned so much and it has given me great confidence to try using my stove and oven too. ... "
" ... Changed the way I cook and more importantly, how frequently I actually cook! ... "
" ... This is my new cooking mission. ... "
" ... So much easier and faster than an oven or microwave, and no waste, which I found I would have other ways. ... "
Heating
46cook, cooks, cooking, slow cooker, pot
+89%
-11%
" ... It is easy to clean, cooks like a charm, the food has been delicious and it is ready quickly. ... "
" ... Mostly though, we use it for Indian food. ... "
" ... Not to mention the taste cooking under pressure gives the food. ... "
" ... The pot took so much time to heat up. ... I say a gas stove and over work just as well. ... "
" ... It really saves time as well as improves the quality of the prepared food. ... "
" ... I will be able to cook hot meals this summer without heating up my kitchen. ... "
" ... It makes amazing food in way less time than a slow cooker. ... "
" ... I love that I can throw frozen food in and it's still done within an hour or so. ... "
Design
42stainless steel, kitchen, delicious, stainless steel inner, stainless
+93%
-7%
" ... which is a healthier way to go than the teflon coated aluminum…plus has longevity. ... "
" ... This new appliance has become one of our new best friends in the kitchen. ... "
" ... My new favorite kitchen gadget! ... "
" ... It's pleasing enough to the eye that I keep it on the counter vs. "hiding" it in the cabinet as I would do with other appliances. ... "
" ... Looks like another spoon to me.) ... "
" ... I've mostly used the pressure cooker and the rice cooker but look. ... "
" ... The quality of construction appears high and everything fits together well. ... "
" ... I love how fast I can make my hubby some ribs!! ... "
Price
41money, worth, worth the money, worth every penny, waste
+83%
-17%
" ... We also got it at a good price!! ... "
" ... Worth the money. ... "
" ... It's worth the money. ... "
" ... It's worth the investment. ... "
" ... I feel that this is worth the dollars invested! ... "
" ... This is worth every penny. ... "
" ... The money I save on making yogurt alone has paid for the appliance. ... "
" ... I love this and it's worth every penny. ... "
Features
41pot, saute, keep warm, mode, yogurt feature
+90%
-10%
" ... I know that was years ago, I know it was probably overfilled and the old ones did not have safety features like the cookers today. ... "
" ... I love that feature. ... "
" ... Went with the mealthy pot for $30 cheaper, with all the same features, an 4.9 stars! ... "
" ... The 9 in 1 pot has a lot more features than my 6 in 1. ... "
" ... There are so many safety features so my fears were unnecessary. ... "
" ... The machine itself is awesome with so many features, and the quality is definitely great in both materials used and the engineering of the appliance. ... "
" ... The keep warm function is particularly nice as it keep the soup we made warm, but didn't scorch the bottom. ... "
" ... This Instapot has more features which you will use! ... "
Comfort
41pressure, using a pressure, used a pressure, tender, pressure cookers
+83%
-17%
" ... You will fall in love with this pot in just a short time. ... "
" ... Everything is better in a pressure cooker! ... "
" ... The more you use it the more comfortable you will become. ... "
" ... I love this pressure cooker. ... "
" ... I finally bit the bullet and bought one, and I have used it almost every day since I got it. ... "
" ... You feel like Ron Popeal with his saying (just set it and forget it) Safe, fast and easy to use, what's not to like? ... "
" ... Love this pressure cooker. ... "
" ... I've always been terrified of my traditional pressure cooker. ... "
Delivery
38box, instant pot, cyber monday, dent, amazon
+74%
-26%
" ... Mine arrived today and I used it for dinner. ... "
" ... Arrived on time. ... "
" ... I received this at the expected time. ... "
" ... It arrived fast and intact. ... "
" ... We have used our instant pot nearly every night since it was delivered. ... "
" ... It was well packaged and worked fine out of the box. ... "
" ... Prime shipping was ten days or so. ... "
" ... Shipped fast and in an additional box to avoid damage as I have seen some just ship in its original box. ... "
Controls
34easy to use, rice, control panel, pot, icons
+65%
-35%
" ... The vent button is big enough to grasp without getting burned, the interior pot is super easy to clean, and it is only about 2/3 the size of my last one while holding as much food. ... "
" ... Has a ton of features, but like a microwave you just end pushing the +minute button for most things. ... "
" ... I have also successfully made coconut milk yogurt in this pot using the yogurt button. ... "
" ... The controls are clear and pretty easy to use (look in my cons for the one issue that I have with the controls): ... "
" ... Simple, easy to use button and display layout ... "
" ... Go ahead, click that buy button, NOW! ... "
" ... Now that I've learned the buttons, I'm not afraid anymore. ... "
" ... Once you get past all the buttons on the front it's also easy to use. ... "
Returns
34amazon, replacement, returning, returned, need to return
+15%
-85%
" ... Returned it forma full refund! ... "
" ... I sent mine back. ... "
" ... Too late to return to Amazon. ... "
" ... Of course this was right after the 30 day return policy. ... "
" ... Maybe I should look into returning this one. ... "
" ... Obviously a return and repacked item! ... "
" ... Sent it back got another one. ... They are sending out a new unit and I’m sending mine back? ... "
" ... Unfortunately, I’m unable to return this $120 pot. ... "
Storage
33stainless steel, quart, pot, instant pot, freezer
+73%
-27%
" ... I picked this brand because it has the stainless steel removable pot ... "
" ... It replaces several bulky appliance we used to use and is perfect for saving counter space. ... "
" ... The best part, being that I'm so forgetful at taking meats out of the freezer to defrost, is that I have put fully frozen meats in the instant pot and they've been full cooked within 20 minutes and ready for a meal! ... "
" ... I would recommend getting the medium size, if you have space to store it in. ... "
" ... A bit bulky, fair amount of counter space used but its great. ... "
" ... I never pull of meat from the freezer and now i dont need to. ... "
" ... The truth is - it’s good and maybe even great but it’s still another appliance that takes up alot of space. ... "
" ... And like I said, it looks GREAT sitting right on your counter top. ... "
Overall performance
32slow cooker, cooks, job, slow, setting
+88%
-13%
" ... Slow cooker function is very good also! ... "
" ... So much faster (extremely) than slow cooker. ... "
" ... It's fast, crazy easy, and useful every day. ... "
" ... It does a fantastic job making meals that are tasty and quick. ... "
" ... It’s basically a super speed crockpot. ... "
" ... Works well as a slow cooker, too. ... "
" ... I cannot believe how fast this thing cooks whatever I put into it. ... "
" ... So far so good performance wise. ... "
Setup
29directions, set, easy, read, forget
+97%
-3%
" ... The instructions were clear and with pictures to make it easier to understand. ... "
" ... Ease of use- I did without reading directions- but I'm very familiar w/ PC of this kind. ... "
" ... Great product, abolutely terrible instructions! ... "
" ... That was the true test . ... "
" ... The entire process was easy and a total success. ... "
" ... Very nice with simple instructions. ... We followed the instructions and the chicken was was wonderful! ... "
" ... But the support team was extremely helpful and sent me a replacement immediately at no additional cost to me. ... "
" ... Instructions were adequate and pot is sturdy and well-made. ... "
For Kids
29kids, loves, wife loves, wife, sports
+100%
" ... It truly is a game changer for our family of five - two working parents and three busy kids. ... "
" ... I bought this for my daughter and her family. ... "
" ... Having fun learning new recipes with this product. ... "
" ... She loves it. ... "
" ... Make sure to practice safety when using it around little children. ... "
" ... I loved mine so much, I bought one for my step-daughter and one for my cousin too! ... "
" ... I’m a working Mom & we are crazy busy with school, sports, etc. ... "
" ... My husband jokes that he has a new wife! ... "
Size
23smaller, bulky, travel, quart size, perfect size
+96%
-4%
" ... The size is perfect for my needs. ... "
" ... I love the smaller IP as much as I love the 6QY. ... "
" ... A bit bulky, fair amount of counter space used but its great. ... "
" ... It's SO fast and convenient. ... "
" ... I got the 8qt and it is the perfect size for us. ... "
" ... Compact enough for travel, and quick enough to not be slaving over a grill or oven when out in the beautiful outdoors. ... "
" ... The size is definitely a huge plus. ... "
" ... I may buy another one, perhaps smaller. ... "
User Manual
21instructions, instruction, pot, recipe book, read
+57%
-43%
" ... Great product, abolutely terrible instructions! ... "
" ... Very nice with simple instructions. ... "
" ... However, the user manual is easy to follow and it is pretty much fool proof. ... "
" ... The options are pretty user friendly, assuming you’ve read the manual beforehand. ... "
" ... HOWEVER, despite that nonsense booklet-- ... "
" ... I set it up on the counter and did a test run, as suggested in the manual. ... "
" ... I've also found good recipes and instructions online. ... "
" ... The user manual and information isvery clear with lots of pictures. ... "
Fit
21tender, pressure, bone ribs, tasteless, ribs
+62%
-38%
" ... The accessories that fit other six quart IPs fit this perfectly too. ... "
" ... The quality of construction appears high and everything fits together well. ... "
" ... 5 on pressure cook and 5 on natural vent. ... "
" ... I found a Lid the fits my 6 Qt model so I didn't have to pay extra for one it's nice to have. ... "
" ... Is much bigger than the pictures would have you believe, but does fit on counter top. ... "
" ... Hope it holds out . ... "
" ... Holds alot.works fantastic. ... "
" ... Although multiples reviews have said they used a full-size, I've tried at least 3 different brands & none of them fit. ... "
Apps
17youtube, recipes, facebook, recipes online, recipes on pinterest
+94%
-6%
" ... There are SO many awesome recipes (and support groups on Facebook!) ... "
" ... There are lots of recipes on Pinterest. ... "
" ... You can find excellent recipes online and on YouTube if you need ideas. ... "
" ... There are a lot of YouTube videos that demonstrate how to use the pot, and you can find a lot of easy recipes online (Pinterest, Facebook, etc.). ... "
" ... Works great, lots of online/facebook support for recipes and ideas. ... "
" ... The programs are amazing. ... "
" ... The app is great. ... "
" ... You can find MANY recipes on Pinterest & in IP FB groups. ... "
Freebies
17recipe book, instant pot, cook book, utensils, recipes available
+100%
" ... Having fun learning new recipes with this product. ... "
" ... I love that it's quick, easy, and I usually only need the instant pot and a few other utensils. ... "
" ... Directions are good and to the point, and the cook books are helpful as well. ... "
" ... Do yourself a favor, buy a recipe book from Amazon with this. ... "
" ... We purchased a cook book specifically for the Instant Pot and we will try different recipes. ... "
" ... Of the 4 accessories that do come with the pot, only the steam rack and recipe pamphlet prove really useful. ... "
" ... Also, great recipes are included with purchase. ... "
" ... Another thing, the recipe book is small. ... "
Hair
15time in half, tender, steel cut oats, rice, fork
+93%
-7%
" ... Cut cooking time down on meals significantly as well. ... "
" ... In my crockpot the roast comes out tender enough to cut with a fork. ... "
" ... The second one I just cut 10 minutes off the time and it was absolutely perfect. ... "
" ... Great for quick soups, and tender cuts of meat in a jiffy. ... "
" ... Tender Pulled pork, carnitas, shredded chicken, pot roast . ... "
" ... Even chicken fingers that used to be all dried out come out "fork cutting" tender. ... "
" ... Has cut my food prep time in half (at least!!). ... "
" ... I have pressure cooked steel cut oatmeal two days straight now. ... "
Product As Described
10exactly, advertised, thing, shows, came
+90%
-10%
" ... I am working my way thru the features and all work as described. ... "
" ... It works as advertised ... "
" ... Mine came undamaged, here's a picture of what it should look like when opened. ... "
" ... It was exactly what I expected. ... "
" ... Came on time, was exactly what was shown. ... "
" ... In our experience it worked exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... The picture shows the same thing. ... "
" ... The picture shows the same thing. ... "
Defective Delivery
10received, used, product, mine, came
+30%
-70%
" ... Was a damaged return and The damage was worse than I expected . ... "
" ... Maybe I got a dud. ... "
" ... Received a used, worn and damaged product. ... "
" ... Mine arrived damaged. ... "
" ... It was obviously a returned item, parts missing and looked used! ... "
" ... Today I received the instant pot after all the excitement and anxiety when I opened the box it’s seemed to be damaged. ... "
" ... This is how mine came out of the box completely smashed! ... "
Drying
10dry, dried beans, cooked, veggies, soup
+90%
-10%
" ... I bought an extra set just in case, but I find washing them in the dishwasher seems to eliminate all funky smells. ... "
" ... Pasta dishes are amazing, I’ve made two recipes with just dry pasta right out of the box and with the proper liquid proportions it cooks perfectly!! ... "
" ... Pressure cooking dry beans alone earned my satisfaction. ... "
" ... It creates stews of melting tenderness and deep flavor in half the time it would normally take, cooks dried beans (no soaking!) ... "
" ... Now my dried beans are cooked to the texture of my Mom's beans. ... "
" ... It makes pork butt like a dream, as well as dry pinto beans. ... "
" ... Too quiet when it changes after cooking to the keep warm cycle, especially if you need to do a quick release. ... "
" ... I clean up/wash the cutting board, knife . ... "
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