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Multi-Cookers & Pressure Cookers

Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6 Qt)

★★★★★ 4.7 (168 400 reviews)
$79.95 $99.95

The Instant Pot Duo is the appliance that started the multi-cooker boom, and it earns its reputation: 7 functions (pressure cook, slow cook, rice cooker, steamer, sauté, yogurt maker, warmer) in one 6-quart pot, with the largest recipe and troubleshooting community of any kitchen gadget. If you want the safest, most well-documented way to try pressure cooking, this is it.

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Best for: Beginners · Best overall value · Meal prep

How it scores

Ease of use5/5
Performance4/5
Durability4/5
Easy to clean4/5
Value for money5/5

Pros & cons

  • Most trusted and reviewed pressure cooker ever made
  • Huge recipe and community support
  • Simple, reliable interface
  • Dishwasher-safe inner pot
  • No air-fry function
  • Sealing ring can retain odors over time
  • Basic LED display

In depth

The Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6 Qt) is built for repeat use rather than occasional use: it runs at 1000W, a 6 qt capacity, serving about 6, and ease of use lands at 5/5. Most trusted and reviewed pressure cooker ever made is what most reviewers single out. On cleanup, dishwasher-safe parts keep cleanup mostly hands-off.

Beginners, Best overall value, Meal prep get the most out of the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6 Qt). If no air-fry function is a dealbreaker for you (or sealing ring can retain odors over time is), it's worth comparing against the related picks below before buying.

Compared to the Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer 11-in-1 (6 Qt), the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6 Qt) runs about $70 less than it and edges it out on value for money (5/5 vs 4/5). If true pressure cooking and true air frying, not a hybrid compromise matters more to you than most trusted and reviewed pressure cooker ever made, the Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer 11-in-1 (6 Qt) is the one to check next.

Where it sits in Multi-Cookers & Pressure Cookers

At $79.95, the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6 Qt) is the cheapest of the 3 multi cookers we list — 47% below the $149.95 median for the category. The next step up we list is the Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer 11-in-1 (6 Qt), $70 more. It also carries the highest customer rating of the 3 and the most reviews of the 3.

ProductPriceRatingCapacity
Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6 Qt) (this page)$79.954.7★6 qt
Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer 11-in-1 (6 Qt)$149.954.6★6 qt
Ninja HyperHeat Pressure Cooker (6.5 Qt)$169.994.7★6.5 qt

Prices are from our last catalog check and move around on Amazon; ranking is across the 3 multi cookers in the Kantan Prep catalog, not the whole market.

Full specifications

Capacity6 qt
Serves6
MaterialStainless steel / ceramic-coated inner pot
Wattage1000
Voltage120
Dimensions (in)13.4 x 12.2 x 12.5
Weight (lbs)11.8
ColorStainless Steel
Controlsdigital
Presets13
Timer24 hr delay start
FunctionsPressure cook, Slow cook, Rice cooker, Steamer, Sauté, Yogurt maker, Warmer
IncludedSteam rack, Rice paddle, Measuring cup
Dishwasher safeYes
BPA-freeYes
Warranty1 year
NoiseLow
PowerCorded electric
FootprintMedium

Common questions

How much does the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6 Qt) cost?

As of our last check it was priced around $79.95 (down from $99.95) on Amazon. That makes it the cheapest of the 3 multi cookers in our catalog, 47% below the $149.95 category median. Amazon prices change often, so confirm the current price before buying.

Who is the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6 Qt) best for?

Best for: Beginners, Best overall value, Meal prep.

Is the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6 Qt) worth the price?

It sits 47% below the $149.95 median for the 3 multi cookers we list, with the highest customer rating of the group. At a 5/5 value-for-money score in our comparison, it's one of the stronger picks in its price range — the main tradeoff to weigh is no air-fry function.

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