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| Brand | Instant |
| Capacity | 6 Quarts |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Color | Stainless Plus |
| Finish Type | Chrome |
| Product Dimensions | 12.2"D x 13.39"W x 12.99"H |
| Special Feature | Electric Stovetop Compatible |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Item Weight | 12.4 Pounds |
| Control Method | Touch |
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- 9-IN-1 FUNCTIONALITY: Pressure cook, slow cook, rice cooker, yogurt maker, steamer, sauté pan, yogurt maker, sterilizer and food warmer.
- IMPROVED STRESS-FREE VENTING: Intuitive and simple, our improved easy-release steam switch makes releasing steam easier than ever, and it automatically resets when the lid is closed.
- REALTIME FEEDBACK: The easy-to-read display includes a full cooking progress bar lets you know what stage of the cooking program you’ve reached.
- QUICK ONE-TOUCH COOKING: 15 customizable Smart Programs for pressure cooking ribs, soups, beans, rice, poultry, yogurt, desserts and more.
- VERSATILE INNER COOKING POT: Food-grade stainless-steel cooking pot with a tri-ply bottom offers more even cooking and an anti-spin design that secures the pot for perfect sautéing.
- COOK FAST OR SLOW: Pressure cook delicious one-pot meals up to 70% faster than traditional cooking methods or slow cook your favorite traditional recipes – just like grandma used to make.
- QUICK, EASY CLEAN UP: Finger-print resistant, stainless-steel sides and dishwasher-safe lid, inner pot, and accessories.
- SAFETY FEATURES: Includes over 10 safety features, plus overheat protection and safe-locking lid.
- GREAT FOR GROWING FAMILIES: Cook for up to 6 people – perfect for growing families, or meal prepping and batch cooking for singles.
- DISCOVER AMAZING RECIPES: Includes the free Instant Brands Connect App, where you can find new recipes to create quick favorites and prepare delicious meals, available for iOS and Android.
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| Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
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| ASIN | B01NBKTPTS |
| Best Sellers Rank | #156 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #2 in Electric Pressure Cookers |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00853084004477 |
| UPC | 853084004477 |
| Brand Name | Instant |
| Model Number | 112-0156-01 |
| Color | Stainless Plus |
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| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 12.2"D x 13.39"W x 12.99"H |
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| Item Weight | 12.4 Pounds |
| Capacity | 6 Quarts |
| Finish Type | Chrome |
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| Is the item dishwasher safe? | Yes |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
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| Controller Type | Touch |
| Closure Type | Outer Lid, Inner Lid |
| Voltage | 110 Volts |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Special Features | Electric Stovetop Compatible |
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As a member of the bestselling Duo™ family, the Instant Pot® Duo™ Plus is simple-to-use, versatile and convenient. Taking the place of 9 separate cooking appliances, including pressure cooker, slow cooker and sous vide, it has 15 Smart Programs to help you get started quickly and easily. With a redesigned control panel, you see cooking status at-a-glance, and easily control every step.
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Customers like the ease of use, cooking speed, and taste of the pressure cooker. They mention it works well, the controls are intuitive, and the large display makes it easy to switch between. Some say it cooks very fast to save time. Additionally, they mention it makes everything absolutely delicious and is easy to clean.
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Customers are satisfied with the product. They mention it works well, doesn't heat their house like an oven, and provides great results. Some say it's a fantastic tool and everything comes out perfect. They also appreciate that it's practical and has the yogurt function.
"...The Instapot works great as a rice cooker but compared to an actual rice cooker, it is a little slower to cook (20min vs 30-35min) and the rice..." Read more
"...cooking rice, and I’m pleased to report that it has consistently delivered delicious results...." Read more
"...Three new preset buttons - cake, egg, sterilize. It also had the yogurt function which other IP do, but not some of the other makes...." Read more
"...Seals tight and works perfect exactly like they said.I Normally use it for yogurt , flavored rice it really works great for me" Read more
Customers find the pressure cooker easy to use. They mention it's durable, operates with zero fuss, and has better programability than some others. Customers also appreciate the comprehensive design and directions. They say it comes with a detailed instruction manual, and the results are satisfying and easy.
"...An Instapot makes thing easy at a press of a button, and the Pro has very convent features (like HANDLES I cant praise enough!)..." Read more
"...Operating this rice cooker is a breeze. The controls are intuitive, and the one-touch functionality makes it simple to use.Cons:..." Read more
"We love it! Unlimited possibilities and easy to use. Cooks fast and is a great size for a family of 4...." Read more
"Perfect size, looks great. Easy to use, heats quick, dinner is ready in 20 minutes and meat is very tender...." Read more
Customers like the cooking speed of the pressure cooker. They mention it preheats quickly, cooks very fast to save time, and has a large capacity. Some say it's easy to cook dishes and yogurt. It's great for meal prep and excels at cooking rice to perfection.
"...Lastly it is great for meal prep and you can set it to have your ingredients in it before leaving to work and being done by the time you get home..." Read more
"...Pros:he rice cooker excels at cooking rice to perfection...." Read more
"We love it! Unlimited possibilities and easy to use. Cooks fast and is a great size for a family of 4...." Read more
"Perfect size, looks great. Easy to use, heats quick, dinner is ready in 20 minutes and meat is very tender...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the taste of the product. They mention it makes everything absolutely delicious, great steamed vegetables, and flavors are infused into the meat. Some say the eggs are easy to peel, the yolk is nice and moist, and the whites are soft and not yet a tasteless mush. Some also say it makes very good rice and that making the rice with dinner is very convenient.
"...The Yogurt feature is wonderful. I've made it with both dairy milk and soymilk...." Read more
"...using this instapot , it only takes minutes and the food texture and taste is much better than the food cooked in the stove...." Read more
"...Eight hours later, it's ready to refrigerate and then eat. Great steamed vegetables and everything else you might want to cook in a pressure cooker...." Read more
"...all—pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté pan, yogurt maker, warmer, and sterilizer...." Read more
Customers like the ease of cleaning the pressure cooker. They mention it's simple to use, dishwasher-safe, and a must-have.
"...and put on the trivet when making a whole chicken and it makes trivet clean-up easier. I bought an IP plain glass lid for slow cooker & yogurt mode...." Read more
"...Cooks fast and is a great size for a family of 4. The lid is dishwasher safe as well as the pot and the weight." Read more
"...Cleaning is also a breeze with the stainless steel inner pot and dishwasher-safe components...." Read more
"...Lastly, the inner pot is easy to clean. It’s made of stainless steel, so it withstands a good scrub without any damage...." Read more
Customers like the versatility of the product. They mention it has a variety of functions, is easy to use, and has nice features. They also appreciate that it can be used for a variety of food items like rice, idli, cake, and has unlimited possibilities.
"...Instapot makes thing easy at a press of a button, and the Pro has very convent features (like HANDLES I cant praise enough!)..." Read more
"We love it! Unlimited possibilities and easy to use. Cooks fast and is a great size for a family of 4...." Read more
"...This versatile appliance does it all—whether you're pressure cooking, slow cooking, steaming, sautéing, making yogurt, or even trying sous vide, it..." Read more
"...One of the standout features is the sous vide mode...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the build quality of the pressure cooker. Some mention it's very good, solidly built, and reliable. Others say they are not impressed with the electronics and fragile ears.
"...I make Bean from dried at a fraction of the time, amazing quality fresh stock that doesn't require me to to wait 8 hours on a stove top, it takes..." Read more
"...The design needs to be improved where the inner and outer pot meet to better avoid spills leaking inside. Splashing happens...." Read more
"...It's efficient, reliable, and so versatile that I barely need any other kitchen gadgets...." Read more
"...most useful, well-designed products have some basic part that's poorly designed & tends to ruin everything...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value for money of the pressure cooker. Some mention it's worth the price, saves them money and time, and is a marvel of modern kitchen technology. Others say it's outright terrible as a slow cooker and a significant waste of time and energy.
"...This will save you some money and time while giving you a better product than store-bought stock/broth and canned beans...." Read more
"The worst rice cooker ever. But everything else works great" Read more
"...No deductible, no hidden fees, no shipping, transferable. PPC has 60 day money back/replacement...." Read more
"...The recipe book and instruction manual are, as others have noted, pretty lame, but there is a huge amount of info available on the internet and I'm..." Read more
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I cook professionally. But at home the Instapot is the best appliance I've gotten. I make Bean from dried at a fraction of the time, amazing quality fresh stock that doesn't require me to to wait 8 hours on a stove top, it takes the place of crockpot, rice cooker (*), and a normal pot. Stews, Gumbo, Chili, and Braises are done greatly when you are pinch for time making what would normally for 5 hour is only an hour or two and near same quality. Which has saved me during a dinner party where my sous dropped braised short ribs 2 hours before plating.
It is an investment but if you eat (or plan to eat) legumes/beans, and you use stock/broth occasionally or consistently in your diet. This will save you some money and time while giving you a better product than store-bought stock/broth and canned beans. Both the beans and stock you make freeze well, and cooked frozen bean reheat/thaw fast. And if you freeze veggie scrap (like onion skin, carrot/parsnip peel, celery tops and bottoms) as well and save bones from you chicken (rotisserie, chicken thigns, or whole chicken) you can make stock with all the stuff you were going to throw way anyway. Better than store bought while also being basically free. Lastly it is great for meal prep and you can set it to have your ingredients in it before leaving to work and being done by the time you get home from work.
If you cook consistently for yourself and/or for loved ones, or want to cook more at home. An Instapot makes thing easy at a press of a button, and the Pro has very convent features (like HANDLES I cant praise enough!) that make life much more easy. When you get one you will ask also ask "Why didn't I get one sooner?". I work late nights and early morning, this gives me more time and saves me from eating out.
~*I've mentioned "rice cooker" and I want to expand on this.~
The Instapot works great as a rice cooker but compared to an actual rice cooker, it is a little slower to cook (20min vs 30-35min) and the rice (especially short-grain/sushi rice) builds starch and stick to the stainless steel pot, requiring a slight bit more finesse to clean. I personally eat rice (and grains) consistently and i like saving 10-15min of what little time I have at home, so i have both a cheap rice cooker and instapot. However if you want to minimize your appliances (i.e. have less "appliance clutter") and need to conserve space in your kitchen, then having just an Instapot will work well enough and do every thing a rice cooker can, plus much MUCH more.
Pros:
he rice cooker excels at cooking rice to perfection. Whether I’m making white, brown, or jasmine rice, it comes out fluffy and evenly cooked. The automatic keep-warm feature ensures that the rice stays at the ideal temperature until I’m ready to serve.
Operating this rice cooker is a breeze. The controls are intuitive, and the one-touch functionality makes it simple to use.
Cons:
The cooker is a bit larger than I anticipated, which can be a challenge if you have limited counter space.
**Why I went with the Instant Pot (IP) duo60 Plus -
Three new preset buttons - cake, egg, sterilize. It also had the yogurt function which other IP do, but not some of the other makes.
Large LCD Screen with Digital Display
Mute button for those beeps in the night when cooking yogurt etc.
Plus / Minus button for both time and pressure
Keep Warm Selector can be selected to on or off at anytime.
Delay start of 24 hours and keep warm for 10 hours.
Lid rest (right or left side)
**Why I went with IP vs PPCXL -
Food Grade 304 (15/8) stainless steel pot vs stainless steel with teflon coating. I felt I could scrub and treat the pot however I wanted and not worry about scratching and what utensils to not use. Yes, you can buy a replacement inner pot for a Teflon pot, but after I spend $100+ I really don't think I should have to buy a replacement inner pot. Some of the FB group users are fine with the Teflon pot, but there are also a lot of complaints, so it might be in the handling, but every Teflon pan I ever had eventually got tossed out because of the coating coming off.
IP came with some of the accessories you pay for on the PPCXL. It had the trivet with handles, condensation collector, Rice Paddle & spoon and a couple intro guides/cookbooks.
Free shipping for IP. PPCXL site wanted $29.99
Buttons weren't quite clear on PPCXL site so it made me think they were hiding lack of selection on preset buttons. Also, confusing on what you were buying - regular PPC or PPCXL. A lot of their verbiage refers to PPCXL, but not necessarily when you go select your items for your shopping cart.
Yogurt Button - The IP has this and the PPCXL doesn't. The IP allows you to bring the milk to 185 in the IP, cool to 120 (I will be using the quick cool method in the sink) and then put in yogurt mode for incubation (8-12 hours). The PPCXL doesn't have this and you wrap it and put it in the oven.
Warranty on IP is 1 year and I went with the Square Trade Warranty for 4 years for an additional $14.37. No deductible, no hidden fees, no shipping, transferable. PPC has 60 day money back/replacement. After that up to one year you have to pay $24.99 for shipping. Their extended warranty if $15 for 3 years.
Slow Cooker Mode had a low, medium and high heat button.
IP has a + and - sign to increase or decrease the time. Others you have to select a preset and keep pressing to increase, you can't decrease time.
Overall ratings - IP 4.7 and PPCXL 4.1. I read through a lot of comments by verified buyers and the PPC owners seemed a lot more upset with customer service. I looked through a lot of Reviewers who do this for a living or at least blog and they leaned towards the IP.
I messaged with the PPCXL people online and you can tell they've been coached for answers knowing what their down faults are and not really answering the question or referencing what you know is a negative.
There are more IPs on the market and most recipes are geared towards it from a "preset button" perspective.
IP has a left and right handle that will hold your lid tilted.
I belong to a Pressure Cooker group - there are a lot of complaints about other manufacturer's instructions, quick start guide, etc. Lots of issues with lids locking, not pressurizing etc and I really don't see this for the Instant Pot family of PCs.
**Sizing -
I measured my crock pot which was 6 quart, so that's what I ordered. It's an OK size for 2 people, but since you can only fill it 2/3 full when cooking under pressure you should take that into consideration. I figure on a roast, I will do the meat first, then veggies. The 6 quart will hold four pint canning jars for sterilization.
**Accessories -
What else to buy? I got the OXO Good Grips steamer with extendable handle and a pack of 3-IP Rings color coded (dark for savory meats, orange for desserts and I will use the clear for yogurt). I had read they were dishwasher safe, but not 100% as they might keep flavors.
On my next order I'm looking at 2 cookbooks (IP Electric Pressure Cooker Cookbook for $9 and IP Obsession for $12). There are plenty of Facebook Group pages you can join for recipes too and online reviewers. Just type in what you are making followed by "in a pressure cooker" or "in an IP". I'm also buying IP Silicone Mitts for easy removal of a hot pot since I will be making yogurt ($10).
The only negative of the Instant Pot is you can't get a 10 quart and if I had a REALLY big family that would be the only reason, but based
on the above, I would probably just buy a 2nd Instant Pot.
I hope this is helpful. I did a lot of research and felt the need to share it. I will update this as I use it and get additional questions.
8/9/2017 update - I've been using my IP for a few months now. I use my steamer basket and trivet a lot. I make a "bowl" out of heavy duty foil and put on the trivet when making a whole chicken and it makes trivet clean-up easier. I bought an IP plain glass lid for slow cooker & yogurt mode. I don't use my extra rings cause I use my plain lid for yogurt, so no use to swap rings. I didn't get the silicone mitts. I realized I didn't need them. My inner pot doesn't get that hot on yogurt mode. I like the 2 cookbooks. I use Bar Keeper Friend to clean the pot. Still really happy with my IP-DUO Plus 60. I'm part of a FB PC group and I don't see complaints on the IP. Very happy with my purchase.
12/29/2017 update - So on Black Friday I bought the 3 qt Instant Pot because I felt like I need to have twins. It's a great size and great for
sides and especially my 2 quart of yogurt I make at least weekly, so it doesn't tie up my 6 qt IP. We winter in FL and I was able to "sneak" the
6 qt into the truck and now I have the 3 qt here too. I made an entire Thanksgiving dinner for Christmas (Irma got in our way last month repairing) in the 2 pots. In future years, I'll prob just bring the 3 qt cause it fits better in my cabinets in the mobile home.
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2017
**Why I went with the Instant Pot (IP) duo60 Plus -
Three new preset buttons - cake, egg, sterilize. It also had the yogurt function which other IP do, but not some of the other makes.
Large LCD Screen with Digital Display
Mute button for those beeps in the night when cooking yogurt etc.
Plus / Minus button for both time and pressure
Keep Warm Selector can be selected to on or off at anytime.
Delay start of 24 hours and keep warm for 10 hours.
Lid rest (right or left side)
**Why I went with IP vs PPCXL -
Food Grade 304 (15/8) stainless steel pot vs stainless steel with teflon coating. I felt I could scrub and treat the pot however I wanted and not worry about scratching and what utensils to not use. Yes, you can buy a replacement inner pot for a Teflon pot, but after I spend $100+ I really don't think I should have to buy a replacement inner pot. Some of the FB group users are fine with the Teflon pot, but there are also a lot of complaints, so it might be in the handling, but every Teflon pan I ever had eventually got tossed out because of the coating coming off.
IP came with some of the accessories you pay for on the PPCXL. It had the trivet with handles, condensation collector, Rice Paddle & spoon and a couple intro guides/cookbooks.
Free shipping for IP. PPCXL site wanted $29.99
Buttons weren't quite clear on PPCXL site so it made me think they were hiding lack of selection on preset buttons. Also, confusing on what you were buying - regular PPC or PPCXL. A lot of their verbiage refers to PPCXL, but not necessarily when you go select your items for your shopping cart.
Yogurt Button - The IP has this and the PPCXL doesn't. The IP allows you to bring the milk to 185 in the IP, cool to 120 (I will be using the quick cool method in the sink) and then put in yogurt mode for incubation (8-12 hours). The PPCXL doesn't have this and you wrap it and put it in the oven.
Warranty on IP is 1 year and I went with the Square Trade Warranty for 4 years for an additional $14.37. No deductible, no hidden fees, no shipping, transferable. PPC has 60 day money back/replacement. After that up to one year you have to pay $24.99 for shipping. Their extended warranty if $15 for 3 years.
Slow Cooker Mode had a low, medium and high heat button.
IP has a + and - sign to increase or decrease the time. Others you have to select a preset and keep pressing to increase, you can't decrease time.
Overall ratings - IP 4.7 and PPCXL 4.1. I read through a lot of comments by verified buyers and the PPC owners seemed a lot more upset with customer service. I looked through a lot of Reviewers who do this for a living or at least blog and they leaned towards the IP.
I messaged with the PPCXL people online and you can tell they've been coached for answers knowing what their down faults are and not really answering the question or referencing what you know is a negative.
There are more IPs on the market and most recipes are geared towards it from a "preset button" perspective.
IP has a left and right handle that will hold your lid tilted.
I belong to a Pressure Cooker group - there are a lot of complaints about other manufacturer's instructions, quick start guide, etc. Lots of issues with lids locking, not pressurizing etc and I really don't see this for the Instant Pot family of PCs.
**Sizing -
I measured my crock pot which was 6 quart, so that's what I ordered. It's an OK size for 2 people, but since you can only fill it 2/3 full when cooking under pressure you should take that into consideration. I figure on a roast, I will do the meat first, then veggies. The 6 quart will hold four pint canning jars for sterilization.
**Accessories -
What else to buy? I got the OXO Good Grips steamer with extendable handle and a pack of 3-IP Rings color coded (dark for savory meats, orange for desserts and I will use the clear for yogurt). I had read they were dishwasher safe, but not 100% as they might keep flavors.
On my next order I'm looking at 2 cookbooks (IP Electric Pressure Cooker Cookbook for $9 and IP Obsession for $12). There are plenty of Facebook Group pages you can join for recipes too and online reviewers. Just type in what you are making followed by "in a pressure cooker" or "in an IP". I'm also buying IP Silicone Mitts for easy removal of a hot pot since I will be making yogurt ($10).
The only negative of the Instant Pot is you can't get a 10 quart and if I had a REALLY big family that would be the only reason, but based
on the above, I would probably just buy a 2nd Instant Pot.
I hope this is helpful. I did a lot of research and felt the need to share it. I will update this as I use it and get additional questions.
8/9/2017 update - I've been using my IP for a few months now. I use my steamer basket and trivet a lot. I make a "bowl" out of heavy duty foil and put on the trivet when making a whole chicken and it makes trivet clean-up easier. I bought an IP plain glass lid for slow cooker & yogurt mode. I don't use my extra rings cause I use my plain lid for yogurt, so no use to swap rings. I didn't get the silicone mitts. I realized I didn't need them. My inner pot doesn't get that hot on yogurt mode. I like the 2 cookbooks. I use Bar Keeper Friend to clean the pot. Still really happy with my IP-DUO Plus 60. I'm part of a FB PC group and I don't see complaints on the IP. Very happy with my purchase.
12/29/2017 update - So on Black Friday I bought the 3 qt Instant Pot because I felt like I need to have twins. It's a great size and great for
sides and especially my 2 quart of yogurt I make at least weekly, so it doesn't tie up my 6 qt IP. We winter in FL and I was able to "sneak" the
6 qt into the truck and now I have the 3 qt here too. I made an entire Thanksgiving dinner for Christmas (Irma got in our way last month repairing) in the 2 pots. In future years, I'll prob just bring the 3 qt cause it fits better in my cabinets in the mobile home.
Top reviews from other countries
After 2 months the cancel button and start button film covering is starting to flake off. Concerned about the remaining display and reached out to Customer service for replacement. It's a great unit and love it. The funny thing is I might have pressed the cancel button 3 times in the 2 months owned. Customer service was awesome and sending a replacement. I appreciate quality customer service
Reviewed in Canada on August 2, 2024
After 2 months the cancel button and start button film covering is starting to flake off. Concerned about the remaining display and reached out to Customer service for replacement. It's a great unit and love it. The funny thing is I might have pressed the cancel button 3 times in the 2 months owned. Customer service was awesome and sending a replacement. I appreciate quality customer service
From the very beginning, Suman exuded enthusiasm and passion for the subject matter. His friendly demeanor and clear communication style made it easy to follow along and grasp the essential concepts. He began by introducing himself and setting the agenda for the session, ensuring that we knew exactly what to expect.
Throughout the demonstration, Suman showcased an impressive depth of knowledge about the Instant Pot. He not only explained its various features and functions but also provided practical tips and tricks to make the most out of this versatile kitchen appliance. His step-by-step instructions were easy to understand, and he patiently answered all our questions, never rushing or making us feel hesitant to ask.
One aspect that truly stood out during the session was Suman's attention to detail. He paid careful attention to every aspect of the Instant Pot, from proper handling to recommended cooking times for different dishes. He also emphasized safety precautions, ensuring that we understood how to use the Instant Pot responsibly and avoid any potential hazards.
By the end of the demo, I felt confident and inspired to explore the vast array of recipes and possibilities with my Instant Pot. Suman's expertise and professional approach left a lasting impression, and I am grateful for the invaluable knowledge he shared during the session.
Thank you, Suman, for the outstanding demonstration – you've made me an Instant Pot enthusiast!
Overall, I rate Suman's Instant Pot demo with a resounding five stars!
Reviewed in India on May 27, 2023
From the very beginning, Suman exuded enthusiasm and passion for the subject matter. His friendly demeanor and clear communication style made it easy to follow along and grasp the essential concepts. He began by introducing himself and setting the agenda for the session, ensuring that we knew exactly what to expect.
Throughout the demonstration, Suman showcased an impressive depth of knowledge about the Instant Pot. He not only explained its various features and functions but also provided practical tips and tricks to make the most out of this versatile kitchen appliance. His step-by-step instructions were easy to understand, and he patiently answered all our questions, never rushing or making us feel hesitant to ask.
One aspect that truly stood out during the session was Suman's attention to detail. He paid careful attention to every aspect of the Instant Pot, from proper handling to recommended cooking times for different dishes. He also emphasized safety precautions, ensuring that we understood how to use the Instant Pot responsibly and avoid any potential hazards.
By the end of the demo, I felt confident and inspired to explore the vast array of recipes and possibilities with my Instant Pot. Suman's expertise and professional approach left a lasting impression, and I am grateful for the invaluable knowledge he shared during the session.
Thank you, Suman, for the outstanding demonstration – you've made me an Instant Pot enthusiast!
Overall, I rate Suman's Instant Pot demo with a resounding five stars!
Reviewed in India on May 9, 2023











































