April 2024
Pressure Cookers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of pressure cookers rankings posted by key online experts, as of April 2024.
Summary
On 9 Apr 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 54 pressure cooker endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
29 pressure cookers were endorsed in total, only 11 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 9 Apr 2024, Breville Fast Slow Pro takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed pressure cooker with 8 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 8 recommended it as the '#1 pressure cooker' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Instant Pot: 7 pressure cookers
(#1 is Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1)
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T-Fal: 2 pressure cookers
(#1 is T-Fal Clipso)
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Zavor: 2 pressure cookers
(#1 is Zavor Duo Cooker)
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Ninja Kitchen: 2 pressure cookers
(#1 is Ninja Foodi Deluxe XL)
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Presto: 2 pressure cookers
(#1 is Presto 23qt Canner)
Price breakdown
At a glance - April Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Pressure Cooker |
The Spruce Eats
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Good Housekeeping
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Forbes
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All Recipes
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The Strategist
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CNN Underscored
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Food & Wine
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NBC News
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seriouseats.com
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Wirecutter
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1
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- | $300 |
Breville Fast Slow Pro
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5
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3
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-
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3
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1
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3
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3
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1
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2
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-
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2
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+1 | $120 |
Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1
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-
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8
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-
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1
|
-
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-
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1
|
-
|
1
|
2
|
|
3
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-1 | $100 |
Instant Pot Duo60
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2
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1
|
1
|
-
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2
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-
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-
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4
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-
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-
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|
4
|
+1 | Check price |
Farberware 7-in-1 Programmable
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-
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2
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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|
5
|
New * | $88 |
Instant Pot Rio 7-in-1
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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1
|
|
6
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+2 | $150 |
Instant Pot 6Qt Pro Plus
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-
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-
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8
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-
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-
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1
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-
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-
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-
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-
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|
7
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+6 | $80 |
T-Fal Clipso
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
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6
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-
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4
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-
|
|
8
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+1 | $61 |
Presto Stainless Steel
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3
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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|
9
|
New * | Check price |
Zavor Duo Cooker
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
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3
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-
|
|
11
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-7 | $220 |
Ninja Foodi Deluxe XL
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-
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-
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6
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-
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-
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-
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-
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3
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-
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-
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|
12
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- | $249 |
Kuhn Rikon Duromatic Inox
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6
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-
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-
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-
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-
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4
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-
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-
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-
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-
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We ranked Breville Fast Slow Pro #1 in April 2024 because:
- 8 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Breville Fast Slow Pro as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best High-End
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Adjustable pressure settings
Automatic steam release settings
Versatile
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Short warranty period
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Good Housekeeping
Best Electric Pressure Cooker
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Offers great control over temperature and pressure levels
Custom setting option
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Came up to pressure slower than others we tested
No delay start setting
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All Recipes
Best Foodie Buy
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Nearly fully customizable; hands-free steam release; easy to see progress; ceramic-coated interior pot
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Expensive; utilitarian design
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Food & Wine
Best for Experienced Cooks
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This appliance weds style and smarts for a premium cooking experience.
Choose from a number of settings on an easy-to-read LCD display.
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Our most expensive pick, it's more of an investment than beginner cooks will want to make.
It also takes up more space than other 6-quart models.
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We ranked Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 #2 in April 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 3 experts ranked Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 as #1.
Good Housekeeping
Best Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker
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Comes to pressure quickly
Stainless steel cooking pot has silicone handles for ease transport
Easy to clean
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Natural pressure release is slow
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All Recipes
Our Top Pick
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28 cooking programs; lots of customization available; modern design; silicone handles on inner pot
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No alert when it can't reach pressure; can be hard to clean
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Food & Wine
Best Overall
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Set it and forget that it's even cooking thanks to 11 safety features, including a new model update to steam value release.
It also shows real-time cooking progress.
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It takes up a lot of space on the counter and wherever you store it.
The sous vide function can be inconsistent.
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend pressure cookers.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of pressure cookers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for April 2024 ranking
The Spruce Eats
Good Housekeeping
Forbes
All Recipes
The Strategist
CNN Underscored
Food & Wine
NBC News
seriouseats.com
Wirecutter
We ranked Instant Pot Duo60 #3 in April 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Instant Pot Duo60 as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best Budget
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Remembers previous settings
Three temperature levels
Precise temperature control
Solid versatility and performance
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No sous vide function
Inner pot spins while sautéing
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Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Pressure Cooker
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Simple, intuitive controls
Pressure cooks on low and high for more control
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Took a long time to release pressure naturally
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Forbes
Best Pressure Cooker for Most People
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Easy to use
Simple cleanup
Built-in safety features
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Lower capacity than other models
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We ranked Farberware 7-in-1 Programmable #4 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Value Pressure Cooker
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Nicely priced
Turned out impressive pressure- and slow-cooked meals in Lab tests
Useful programmed settings
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Manual lacks detail
Slow to release pressure naturally
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All Recipes
Best Budget Buy
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Can customize settings; easy to use; good for beginners
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Nonstick coating can be damaged
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We ranked Instant Pot Rio 7-in-1 #5 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Instant Pot Rio 7-in-1 as #1.
We ranked Instant Pot 6Qt Pro Plus #6 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Instant Pot 6Qt Pro Plus as #1.
Forbes
Best Smart Pressure Cooker
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Multiple functions
Larger screen
Easy to operate and clean
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Lower capacity than other models
Expensive
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We ranked T-Fal Clipso #7 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best Stovetop
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Sturdy plastic handles don't get hot, and its steam valve release is easy and safe to use with one hand.
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It needs supervision while cooking.
Pressure issues can result without enough liquid.
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We ranked Presto Stainless Steel #8 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Stovetop
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Affordable
Simple controls
Cooks quickly
Can be used as a conventional pot
No electricity needed
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No adjustable pressure
Handles loosen over time
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Food & Wine
Best Value
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This stovetop pressure cooker can go in the dishwasher and is fully immersible in water for quick cooling.
A side handle makes it easy to transport.
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This basic model requires more oversight while cooking, and it doesn't have pre-programmable features or presets.
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We ranked Zavor Duo Cooker #9 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
We ranked Ninja Foodi Deluxe XL #10 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
Forbes
Best Pressure Cooker Air Fryer Combo
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Extra-large capacity
Multiple cooking functions
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Expensive
Many accessories to store
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We ranked Kuhn Rikon Duromatic Inox #11 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best pressure cookers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best for Stews and Braises
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Large capacity with wide base
Sturdy
Suitable for gas, electric, induction, and glass stovetops
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Expensive
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