You’ll notice many people find room for multiple electric pressure cookers in their kitchen because they’re versatile, useful, and simply fun. So if you’re looking for another Instant Pot consider trying a different model so you get the best of both worlds. One thing to keep in mind with both of these models is that aside from the air-fryer function being added to the control panel, each has an additional lid. These separate lids are used for pressure cooking vs air fryinger. Our expert tester Helen says 'if you want a top-notch multi-cooker that can do it all, this is the best one you can get from Instant'. That's because this Instant Pot improves on other models by only using a single lid, halving the amount of space you need for storage. With the Duo Crisp, the button release is a little more difficult to do a controlled release of pressure. So the upgrade in the Pro Crisp is helpful. Duo Crisp 8 quart is a little taller and lighter

The primary Instant Pot sizes are: 3 quart, 6 quart, and 8 quart. In the case of Instant Pot Pro Crisp vs Duo Crisp, they’re available in a limited set of sizes. The display shows a timer which makes it easy to know how far through your recipe is. That includes a bar for pre-heating or pressurizing, a cooking bar, and one for a keep-warm timer. As of 2020, there are 12 Instant Pot models. The Duo and Duo Nova are two of the models currently available. There is also the Lux, Duo Plus, Ultra, Smart, Duo Crisp + Air Fryer, Pro Crisp + Air Fryer, Duo Evo Plus, Max, Viva, and Duo Gourmet.Spec-wise the Ninja Foodi and the Instant Pot are pretty much level pegging. As both offer 11 functions in one machine, you won’t be missing out on either option.

The additional accessories compared to other models are needed for the air frying cooking programs. You can cook everything in one pot without having to switch out the pots or lids. For example, Helen made a mac and cheese by using the sauté function to create the sauce, pressure cooking to make the pasta, and the broil function to crisp the top. A process that normally needs a couple of pans and whisks and spoons and a broiler to finish it off was cooked in a single pot with no effort. Yes, all the parts of an Instant Pot can go in the dishwasher, but remove the rubber sealing ring from the lid. This is so that the lid can be thoroughly cleaned, and it prevents the sealing ring from losing its shape Can you use an Instant Pot for canning? Overall the two models are very similar with a few updated features in the new Pro Crisp model. If you’re looking for an additional Instant Pot, there are a few interesting features in the new Pro Crisp that make a nice upgrade. These types of Instant Pots enable you to use one kitchen appliance for both pressure cooking and air frying. Instant Pots are electric pressure cookers designed to be convenient, safe, and dependable. The Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer was added as a new model in November 2019 and a newer version as the Pro Crisp was released in November 2020. Each Instant Pot model has variations that can make it difficult to choose between them.

A multi-cooker and air fryer in one easy-to-use appliance

If you need all the cooking space you can find, the Instant Pot will be your champion here as it has a bigger capacity than the Ninja Foodi. Of course, how much you pay might be the biggest deciding factor of all and if that’s the case, the Instant Pot is the cheaper option. Here’s a look at the 3 Instant Pot + Air Fryer models side by side. You’ll notice they all have the same power level of 1500 watts. With the Pro model, the overall weight is up 3.5 lbs from the previous 8 quart model.

It made excellent short ribs, with expert tester Sharon finding that this Instant Pot 'could tenderize meat and produce a complex sauce in a fraction of the time that it would take on the stovetop or in the oven'. Sharon also found that 'the Instant Pot Pro Plus will work well as a rice cooker', and that it does a great job with sous vide and browning steak.

The main feature of this Instant Pot is that you can control it from your phone. You can change the settings and functions through the app, and access a database of over 1500 recipes. This also means that you can set up cooking times remotely, and receive push notifications on your phone when your food is ready. To test out how well the Instant Pot Pro Crisp can cook a variety of dishes, we started with a slow-cooked beef chili. The sauté function allows you to brown meat and onions in the pot before slow cooking and keeping everything in the same pot means there’s minimal mess and clean up. In fact, the best multicooker can replace appliances like rice cookers, pressure cookers, slow cookers, and even air fryers so you only need one appliance that can do it all. When it comes to power, the Instant Pot model has a 1,500W heating element, and the Ninja Foodi has a wattage of 1,460, making the Instant Pot slightly more powerful. Both of these machines are pretty big and will take up quite a bit of space on your kitchen countertop. If you’re planning on moving your appliance after using it, you might be interested to learn that these models weigh roughly the same at just over 10kg each. The new Instant Pot + Air Fryer is a little heavier than the previous model. The Pro Crisp weighs a little over 26 lbs. If you’re concerned about lifting that much weight, lift it in pieces instead. Move the lid separately from the base and remove the liner, especially if it’s full.

It's not the cheapest option, but it is comparable in price to some Instant Pots that come without air fryer attachments. The cooker is also available in a variety of sizes. You’ll spend less money on electricity while saving counter space. What’s also nice is in the summer you won’t add extra heat to your kitchen while cooking hot meals. The “duo” in the name refers to the 2 pressure cooking levels it has. Their original pressure cooker model only had one pressure. The Duo Crisp is available in two sizes: 6 quarts and 8 quarts. The updated Air Fryer lid is about an inch shorter than the original version. Depending on how your store your Instant Pot, this could be useful as well. The Duo Crisp is available in a 6 quart optionOn both models, the saute function allows you to pre-cook ingredients as needed for a recipe without pulling out a separate plan. And the warm function keeps your food hot after the cooking process is done. The Ninja Foodi 14-in-1 8-qt XL Multi Cooker cooks everything under one lid.This lid simply slides across to switch cooking mode, but you'll still have to make use of the pressure valve. Adjust temperature and time using the controls to the right and left of the main cooking panel. For how much it can cook, it's very straightforward to use. There are 14 cooking modes: Pressure Cook, Steam & Crisp, Steam & Bake, Air Fry, Broil, Bake/Roast, Dehydrate, Sear/Sauté, Steam, Sous Vide, Slow Cook, Yogurt, Keep Warm & Proof. That's right, proof — you can even proof and bake a loaf of bread in one cooking pot. The pressure release is the noisiest part of the process coming in at 77dB, which is equivalent to a toilet flushing, and one of the noisier Instant Pots we’ve tested. The lid reached 140 F/ 60 C during cooking, but the sides and handles all stay cool enough to touch. The new Pro Crisp air fryer lid is a little shorter than the Duo Crisp 8 qt version. The Duo Crisp is a little narrower than the newer model because the new model has a front panel dial. Spec The major differences between the models include the inner lines, pressure cooker lid, extra temperature settings, and base prices. The other thing to note is the Duo Crisp is available in 2 sizes while the Pro Crisp is available in one size currently