May 2023
Pressure Cookers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of Pressure Cooker rankings posted by key online experts, as of May 2023.
Summary
Between 11 May 2023 and 11 May 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 72 Pressure Cooker endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
42 Pressure Cookers were endorsed in total, only 15 made it into this month's ranking (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included).
As of 11 May 2023, Breville Fast Slow Pro takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed pressure cooker with 9 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 9 recommended it as the '#1 pressure cooker' this month. It is followed by Instant Pot Duo60 and T-fal Secure 5 SS , with 5 and 4 expert endorsements respectively.
Brand breakdown
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Instant Pot:
10 Pressure Cookers
(#1 is Instant Pot Duo Mini )
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Zavor:
3 Pressure Cookers
(#1 is Zavor LUX LCD )
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Presto:
3 Pressure Cookers
(#1 is Presto 23Qt Canner )
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T-Fal:
2 Pressure Cookers
(#1 is T-Fal Clipso )
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Ninja Kitchen:
2 Pressure Cookers
(#1 is Ninja Pot Deluxe XL )
Price breakdown
At a glance - May 2023 Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Pressure Cooker |
Food & Wine
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NBC News
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My Domaine
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The Spruce Eats
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Simply Recipes
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Good Housekeeping
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CNN Underscored
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The Strategist
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Forbes
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All Recipes
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1
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- | $297 |
Breville Fast Slow Pro
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3
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1
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7
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5
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3
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3
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3
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11
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-
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3
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2
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- | Check price |
Instant Pot Duo60
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-
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4
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-
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2
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-
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1
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-
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1
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1
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-
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3
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- | $62 |
T-fal Secure 5 SS
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-
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-
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9
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-
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2
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-
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-
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3
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3
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-
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4
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- | $213 |
Ninja Foodi Deluxe XL
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-
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3
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3
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-
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5
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-
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-
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-
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6
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-
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|
5
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- | Check price |
Farberware 7-in-1 Programmable
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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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-
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2
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6
|
- | Check price |
Instant Pot Duo Evo Plus
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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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-
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2
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1
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7
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- | $200 |
Instant Pot Crisp + Air Fryer
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-
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-
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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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4
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|
8
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+1 | $130 |
Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1
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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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8
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-
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-
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-
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-
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9
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-1 | $180 |
Instant Pot 6Qt Pro Plus
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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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1
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-
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8
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-
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|
10
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- | $66 |
Presto Stainless Steel
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2
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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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-
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-
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-
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-
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13
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- | $110 |
Zavor EZLock
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-
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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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4
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-
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-
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|
14
|
New * | $249 |
Kuhn Rikon Duromatic Inox
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-
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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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4
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-
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-
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-
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|
15
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-1 | $118 |
T-Fal Clipso
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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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-
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5
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-
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-
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-
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16
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-1 | $139 |
Chef iQ Smart 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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5
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-
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7
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-
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-
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|
17
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-1 | $99 |
Ninja Foodi OL500
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7
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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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-
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-
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-
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-
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Sorted by price:
| Position in ranking | Price | Pressure Cooker |
|---|---|---|
| #2 | $61.99 | Instant Pot Duo60 [buy] [more info] |
| #3 | $62.18 | T-fal Secure 5 SS [buy] [more info] |
| #10 | $65.53 | Presto Stainless Steel [buy] [more info] |
| #17 | $99.49 | Ninja Foodi OL500 [buy] [more info] |
| #13 | $109.95 | Zavor EZLock [buy] [more info] |
| #15 | $117.53 | T-Fal Clipso [buy] [more info] |
| #8 | $129.95 | Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 [buy] [more info] |
| #16 | $139.29 | Chef iQ Smart Cooker [buy] [more info] |
| #9 | $179.95 | Instant Pot 6Qt Pro Plus [buy] [more info] |
| #7 | $199.95 | Instant Pot Crisp + Air Fryer [buy] [more info] |
| #4 | $212.99 | Ninja Foodi Deluxe XL [buy] [more info] |
| #14 | $248.95 | Kuhn Rikon Duromatic Inox [buy] [more info] |
| #1 | $296.92 | Breville Fast Slow Pro [buy] [more info] |
We ranked Breville Fast Slow Pro #1 in May 2023 because:
- 9 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Breville Fast Slow Pro as #1.
Food & Wine
Best for Experienced Cooks
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Pros
This appliance weds style and smarts for a premium cooking experience.
Choose from a number
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Cons
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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The Spruce Eats
Best High-End
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Pros
Adjustable pressure settings
Automatic steam release settings
Versatile
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Cons
Short warranty period
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Simply Recipes
Best Multi-Cooker
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Pros
Sharp stainless steel design
intuitive control panel
accurate presets
easy to clean and store
features an auto-pulse release
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Cons
Pot may retain some odors
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Good Housekeeping
Best Electric Pressure Cooker
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Pros
Offers great control over temperature and pressure levels
Custom setting option
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Cons
Came up to pressure slower than others we tested
No delay start setting
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We ranked Instant Pot Duo60 #2 in May 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 3 experts ranked Instant Pot Duo60 as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best Budget
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Pros
Remembers previous settings
Three temperature levels
Precise temperature control
Solid versatility and performance
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Cons
No sous vide function
Inner pot spins while sautéing
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Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Pressure Cooker
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Pros
Simple, intuitive controls
Pressure cooks on low and high for more control
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Cons
Took a long time to release pressure naturally
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Forbes
Best Pressure Cooker for Most People
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Pros
Easy to use
Simple cleanup
Built-in safety features
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Cons
Lower capacity than other models
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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 May 2023 ranking
Food & Wine
NBC News
My Domaine
The Spruce Eats
Simply Recipes
Good Housekeeping
CNN Underscored
The Strategist
Forbes
All Recipes
We ranked T-fal Secure 5 SS #3 in May 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
Simply Recipes
Best Stovetop
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Pros
Affordable
compact
lid locks securely to reduce accidents
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Cons
Replacement parts unavailable
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Forbes
Best Stovetop Pressure Cooker
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Pros
Versatile on any heat source
Easy to clean
Variable steam release
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Cons
Smaller capacity
Expensive for a non-electric model
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We ranked Ninja Foodi Deluxe XL #4 in May 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
Simply Recipes
Best for Big-Batch Cooking
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Pros
Suitable size for large meals
can cook nearly anything
easy to clean
powerful performance
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Cons
Heavy
takes up a lot of counter space
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Forbes
Best Pressure Cooker Air Fryer Combo
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Pros
Extra-large capacity
Multiple cooking functions
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Cons
Expensive
Many accessories to store
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We ranked Farberware 7-in-1 Programmable #5 in May 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Value Pressure Cooker
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Pros
Nicely priced
Turned out impressive pressure- and slow-cooked meals in Lab tests
Useful programmed settings
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Cons
Manual lacks detail
Slow to release pressure naturally
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We ranked Instant Pot Duo Evo Plus #6 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Instant Pot Duo Evo Plus as #1.
Forbes
Best Instant Pot
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Pros
More customizable programs
Upgraded cooling technology
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Cons
Lower capacity than other models
More expensive
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We ranked Instant Pot Crisp + Air Fryer #7 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Instant Pot Crisp + Air Fryer as #1.
Simply Recipes
Best Overall
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Pros
Multiple options of cooking
heats up quickly
easy to clean
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Cons
Air fryer may be too small for some
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We ranked Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 #8 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 as #1.
Food & Wine
Best Overall
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Pros
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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Cons
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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Good Housekeeping
Best Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker
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Pros
Comes to pressure quickly
Stainless steel cooking pot has silicone handles for ease transport
Easy to clean
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Cons
Natural pressure release is slow
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We ranked Instant Pot 6Qt Pro Plus #9 in May 2023 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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Pros
Multiple functions
Larger screen
Easy to operate and clean
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Cons
Lower capacity than other models
Expensive
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We ranked Presto Stainless Steel #10 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best Value
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Pros
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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Cons
This basic model requires more oversight while cooking, and it doesn't have pre-programmable features or presets.
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The Spruce Eats
Best Stovetop
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Pros
Affordable
Simple controls
Cooks quickly
Can be used as a conventional pot
No electricity needed
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Cons
No adjustable pressure
Handles loosen over time
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We ranked Zavor EZLock #11 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Stovetop Pressure Cooker
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Pros
Easy locking lid
Clear pressure indicator
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Cons
Pricey
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We ranked Kuhn Rikon Duromatic Inox #12 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best for Stews and Braises
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Pros
Large capacity with wide base
Sturdy
Suitable for gas, electric, induction, and glass stovetops
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Cons
Expensive
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We ranked T-Fal Clipso #13 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best Stovetop
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Pros
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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Cons
It needs supervision while cooking.
Pressure issues can result without enough liquid.
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We ranked Chef iQ Smart Cooker #14 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Smart Pressure Cooker
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Pros
Wireless controls
Access to recipes and instructions
Built-in scale
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Cons
App occasionally loses connection
Outer lid gets very hot
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We ranked Ninja Foodi OL500 #15 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best Large Capacity
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Pros
It has the capacity to cook large servings or three dishes at once. With a steam/crisp setting, you don't have to worry about food drying out.
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Cons
The lid doesn't have a handle, which would make opening it easier.
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Good Housekeeping
Best Pressure Cooker with Air Fryer
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Pros
All parts are dishwasher safe
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Cons
Bulky footprint
Pricey
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