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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Price breakdown
As can be seen in the chart below, lowest high-ranking pressure cookers start at $25.95 (Prep Solutions Microwaveable Cooker) and go up to $343.89 (Mepra Pressure Cooker 1950). Median pressure cooker costs $139.29 (Chef iQ Smart Cooker).
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At a glance - May 2023 Ranking

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Rank Change Price Pressure Cooker
Food & Wine
NBC News
My Domaine
The Spruce Eats
Simply Recipes
Good Housekeeping
CNN Underscored
The Strategist
Forbes
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1
- $297
Breville Fast Slow Pro
3
1
7
5
3
3
3
11
-
3
2
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Instant Pot Duo60
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4
-
2
-
1
-
1
1
-
3
- $62
T-fal Secure 5 SS
-
-
9
-
2
-
-
3
3
-
4
- $213
Ninja Foodi Deluxe XL
-
3
3
-
5
-
-
-
6
-
5
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Farberware 7-in-1 Programmable
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2
-
-
-
2
-
-
-
2
6
- Check price
Instant Pot Duo Evo Plus
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
2
1
7
- $200
Instant Pot Crisp + Air Fryer
-
-
-
-
1
-
-
-
-
4
8
+1 $130
Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1
1
-
-
-
-
8
-
-
-
-
9
-1 $180
Instant Pot 6Qt Pro Plus
-
-
-
-
-
-
1
-
8
-
10
- $66
Presto Stainless Steel
2
-
-
3
-
-
-
-
-
-
13
- $110
Zavor EZLock
-
-
-
-
-
4
-
4
-
-
14
New * $249
Kuhn Rikon Duromatic Inox
-
-
-
6
-
-
4
-
-
-
15
-1 $118
T-Fal Clipso
6
-
-
-
-
-
5
-
-
-
16
-1 $139
Chef iQ Smart Cooker
-
-
-
-
-
5
-
7
-
-
17
-1 $99
Ninja Foodi OL500
7
-
-
-
-
7
-
-
-
-

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.
Critic endorsements:
Food & Wine

Best for Experienced Cooks

Pros
This appliance weds style and smarts for a premium cooking experience.
Choose from a number

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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NBC News

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My Domaine

Best Smart

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The Spruce Eats

Best High-End

Pros
Adjustable pressure settings
Automatic steam release settings
Versatile

Cons
Short warranty period

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Simply Recipes

Best Multi-Cooker

Pros
Sharp stainless steel design
intuitive control panel
accurate presets
easy to clean and store
features an auto-pulse release

Cons
Pot may retain some odors

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Good Housekeeping

Best Electric Pressure Cooker

Pros
Offers great control over temperature and pressure levels
Custom setting option

Cons
Came up to pressure slower than others we tested
No delay start setting

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CNN Underscored

Best splurge electric pressure cooker

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The Strategist

Best Automatic Electric Pressure Cooker

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All Recipes

Best Foodie Buy

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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.
Critic endorsements:
NBC News

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The Spruce Eats

Best Budget

Pros
Remembers previous settings
Three temperature levels
Precise temperature control
Solid versatility and performance

Cons
No sous vide function
Inner pot spins while sautéing

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Good Housekeeping

Best Overall Pressure Cooker

Pros
Simple, intuitive controls
​​Pressure cooks on low and high for more control

Cons
Took a long time to release pressure naturally

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The Strategist

Best-Rated Pressure Cooker

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Forbes

Best Pressure Cooker for Most People

Pros
Easy to use
Simple cleanup
Built-in safety features

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

We ranked T-fal Secure 5 SS #3 in May 2023 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Pressure Cookers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
My Domaine

Best Overall Stovetop

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Simply Recipes

Best Stovetop

Pros
Affordable
compact
lid locks securely to reduce accidents

Cons
Replacement parts unavailable

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The Strategist

Best Stovetop Pressure Cooker for Beginners

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Forbes

Best Stovetop Pressure Cooker

Pros
Versatile on any heat source
Easy to clean
Variable steam release

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.
Critic endorsements:
NBC News

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My Domaine

Best Splurge

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Simply Recipes

Best for Big-Batch Cooking

Pros
Suitable size for large meals
can cook nearly anything
easy to clean
powerful performance

Cons
Heavy
takes up a lot of counter space

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Forbes

Best Pressure Cooker Air Fryer Combo

Pros
Extra-large capacity
Multiple cooking functions

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.
Critic endorsements:
NBC News

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Good Housekeeping

Best Value Pressure Cooker

Pros
Nicely priced
Turned out impressive pressure- and slow-cooked meals in Lab tests
Useful programmed settings

Cons
Manual lacks detail
Slow to release pressure naturally

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All Recipes

Best Budget Buy

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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.
Critic endorsements:
Forbes

Best Instant Pot

Pros
More customizable programs
Upgraded cooling technology

Cons
Lower capacity than other models
More expensive

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All Recipes

Best Overall

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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.
Critic endorsements:
Simply Recipes

Best Overall

Pros
Multiple options of cooking
heats up quickly
easy to clean

Cons
Air fryer may be too small for some

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All Recipes

Honorable Mention

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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.
Critic endorsements:
Food & Wine

Best Overall

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.

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

Pros
Comes to pressure quickly
Stainless steel cooking pot has silicone handles for ease transport
Easy to clean

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.
Critic endorsements:
CNN Underscored

Best electric pressure cooker

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Forbes

Best Smart Pressure Cooker

Pros
Multiple functions
Larger screen
Easy to operate and clean

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.
Critic endorsements:
Food & Wine

Best Value

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.

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

Pros
Affordable
Simple controls
Cooks quickly
Can be used as a conventional pot
No electricity needed

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.
Critic endorsements:
Good Housekeeping

Best Stovetop Pressure Cooker

Pros
Easy locking lid
Clear pressure indicator

Cons
Pricey

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The Strategist

Best Stovetop Pressure Cooker for Canning

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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.
Critic endorsements:
The Spruce Eats

Best for Stews and Braises

Pros
Large capacity with wide base
Sturdy
Suitable for gas, electric, induction, and glass stovetops

Cons
Expensive

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CNN Underscored

Best stovetop pressure cooker

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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.
Critic endorsements:
Food & Wine

Best Stovetop

Pros
Sturdy plastic handles don't get hot, and its steam valve release is easy and safe to use with one hand.

Cons
It needs supervision while cooking.
Pressure issues can result without enough liquid.

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CNN Underscored

Best budget stovetop pressure cooker

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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.
Critic endorsements:
Good Housekeeping

Best Smart Pressure Cooker

Pros
Wireless controls
Access to recipes and instructions
Built-in scale

Cons
App occasionally loses connection
Outer lid gets very hot

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The Strategist

Best Smart Pressure Cooker

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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.
Critic endorsements:
Food & Wine

Best Large Capacity

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.

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

Pros
All parts are dishwasher safe

Cons
Bulky footprint
Pricey

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