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Insta Pot Users, Could I Get Input?

Sooner — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 04:54:08 GMT

I am looking at adding an Insta Pot to my ******or cooker, and am overwhelmed by the choices! I am a bells and whistles person, so I like features but good grief. So many options and models.

I am intrigued by the Bluetooth one the Smart, but don't know if that would be more hassle than it was worth!

What are the features you use most, or want most? THANKS!!!!

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ptagirl — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 10:47:34 GMT

I have the 7-1, 6 quart (IP-Duo/1000w) ..which makes yogurt.. I LOVE my Instant Pot! It has low/high/or manual pressure.. slow cooking, sauteing, rice, etc, stainless steel pot. It is plenty big enough ... I also bought extra seals and the extra lid (for slow cooking)...I got mine from Amazon and it's been one of my best purchases..have had it almost 3 years now and no problems (knock on wood!)

Good luck in picking just the right one for you..

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jackthebear — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:16:21 GMT

I have one, I think it's the 6 something

as a techy person I can't think of a reson to get the BT version. you would be fine with a basic model. unless you want the yogurt setting, it's worth getting a 2nd seal, although I havent needed to use mine yet.

go on A to Z and read about them

we love ours

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tiny 2 — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 14:09:34 GMT

They just came out with a mini Instant pot 3 quart version. Really cute but not very practical.

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Sooner — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 14:29:16 GMT

Thanks @gizmogal @ptagirl @jackthebear @tiny 2

Too many choices! LOL!!! The ONLY thing that makes me think about the Bluetooth one is that you can just copy and paste timing instructions so you could find a new recipe and simply load in the timing if it needed to cook high for awhile (maybe raw chicken?) then turn the heat down to cook longer and things like that. . .

Or maybe I just like gadgets? I appreciate any and all input!

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tiny 2 — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 14:54:09 GMT

Sooner, If you decide on the bluetooth version make sure it is one of the newer ones. The first group had a massive recall due to some flaw. I think that has now be corrected. I want one but can't decide between the 8 quart or the 6 quart.LOL

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jaxs mom — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 15:47:55 GMT

Bluetooth has a very short range, it's not like you're going to be able to control it from work like you would with a wifi device. I have bluetooth on my immersion circulator and I never use it, I just manually set it.

Having said that, I think that Instant pot is just the latest fad item. There are pros and cons of electric vs stove top pressure cookers. I've had pressure cookers for over 20 years and I like them.

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sidsmom — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 17:27:44 GMT

Yeah, I haven't heard too many good things about the Bluetooth.

I have the 7-1,6qt w/ yogurt function.

They have a 3quart which I'm v.e.r.y interested in,

which also has a yogurt function.

It just boils down to what size you want...3-5-6-8qt

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EatWell — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 18:30:44 GMT

@Sooner wrote:
I am looking at adding an Insta Pot to my ******or cooker, and am overwhelmed by the choices! I am a bells and whistles person, so I like features but good grief. So many options and models.

I am intrigued by the Bluetooth one the Smart, but don't know if that would be more hassle than it was worth!

What are the features you use most, or want most? THANKS!!!!

Its the best. Well worth athe small cost for the Bluetooth model.

Be sure to get the stainless steel insert.

Good luck.

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Sooner — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 20:03:30 GMT

@EatWell wrote:
@Sooner wrote:
I am looking at adding an Insta Pot to my ******or cooker, and am overwhelmed by the choices! I am a bells and whistles person, so I like features but good grief. So many options and models.

I am intrigued by the Bluetooth one the Smart, but don't know if that would be more hassle than it was worth!

What are the features you use most, or want most? THANKS!!!!

Its the best. Well worth athe small cost for the Bluetooth model.
Be sure to get the stainless steel insert.
Good luck.

@EatWell Thanks! My ******or has the stainless pot and that's one reason why I bought it. I've had it a couple of years I think. I wouldn't want a pressure cooker with a non-stick interior.

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PA Mom-mom — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 21:09:31 GMT

Ditto @ptagirl. I also have the 7-1, 6 quart (IP-Duo/1000w) and purchased it on Amazon. I'm not very technically savvy, so I don't want any more "bells and whistles." I like the saute capability as well. The funny thing is, I use my Instant Pot most for right now is hard-boiling eggs! I also love it for taking frozen chicken parts to delicious stew in no time. I use it more than my slow cooker, but I also seem to have "seasons" for my appliances. My problem is STORAGE! Right now I have boxes of small appliances in my laundry room because there's no room in my kitchen.

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Sooner — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 22:58:13 GMT

I didn't know that they made a really little one. Wonder if it would be good for some boiled eggs, green beans or a couple of chicken breasts? I havent actually SEEN one.

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tiny 2 — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 23:03:16 GMT

Sooner, I saw some reviews online with video that had it beside the 6 qt and 8 qt.

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Anniedog — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 23:56:29 GMT

We've had the 7-1 6qt from Amazon for about 3 weeks now and love it. It's great for browning and then going right into slow cooking or pressure cooking. We highly recommend it!

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Sooner — Fri, 04 Aug 2017 02:11:06 GMT

I read that you could set it to soak dried beans at something like 120 degrees for a few hours then switch to cooking automatically with the bluetooth one. Don't know if that's true or not.

Not everything you read online is true. Well, except HERE of course!

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aubnwa01 — Fri, 04 Aug 2017 21:12:20 GMT

I just ordered the 6 qt. 7 in 1 version of Instant Pot last night from Kohl's, but it hasn't shipped yet. It's on sale for $99 & I have a 30% off coupon, so I figured I'd give it a try. I have a Ninja 6 qt 3 in 1 Multicooker, but haven't been that happy with it as the stovetop & bake functions seem to be too hot even on low & I have to watch it closely or it scorches things.

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Topaz Gem — Sat, 05 Aug 2017 21:15:43 GMT

If you already have a regular pressure cooker, would you still benefit from having an InstaPot?

I am a kitchen gadget junkie so no one has to twist my arm to buy another appliance, but I love my regular pressure cooker and would only want to get an InstaPot if it has additional features to make it worthwhile.

You can tell that I'm hoping you all can give me justification to buy one, so please tell me why I must have it! ;-)

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SharkE — Sat, 05 Aug 2017 17:43:35 GMT

A fellow junkie LOL

I want the Wolfgang pressure oven now !

Husband put foot down ROFL