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Instant Pot

LucieLu — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 04:18:49 GMT

If I have a pressure cooker why would I want an instant pot? I believe it's the same type of cooker?

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bells4me — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 05:30:13 GMT

Don’t understand your question, but I own an Instant Pot and love it!

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phoenixbrd — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:16:31 GMT

Whether I had a pressure cooker or not, I would never give up my Instant Pot. This is an amazing pot that makes my life easier and my food tastier quicker, I love the versatility of the pot also.

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fthunt — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 12:38:46 GMT

Good question - I understand it and have wondered the same thing = both are pressure cookers - just the IP is newer and does have some neat features. I have a stove top PC ...never used b/c it requires constant attention - heat adjusting - clock watching - and keeping the top knob constant. Just bought IP and you start the IP...........and walk away. Nice cooker - but both will do the job.

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Sooner — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 13:25:45 GMT

@LucieLu The ONLY reason you would want one is if yours is broke or you have trouble with it. Otherwise, you DON'T NEED one. Otherwise, keep what you have.

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RespectLife — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 13:59:31 GMT

@LucieLu

The difference may be that a Pressure Cooker only does that one function.

Instant Pots ARE pressure cookers but are also MULTI functioning....

Also slow cooks, sautes, bakes, warms, makes yogurt etc etc.

Mine is a 6 in 1 and I think the new versions do even more.

Example...My Crock Pot is a slow cooker...only...Low and High...but can only slow cook.

Then they came out w/ Ninja type slow cookers with 4 in 1 or more functions that can also SEAR and do other things that my original crock can't do.

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SilleeMee — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:56:45 GMT

My electric pressure cooker is multifunctional. It can pressure cook, brown, slow cook and also keep stuff warm. It has a programmable panel with many options, too. I wouldn't need an IP unless this PC of mine breaks.

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CinNC — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:58:23 GMT

I've been thinking about purchasing an Instant Pot or something similar to replace my slow cooker. I LOVE my slow cooker but the ceramic insert is getting very heavy and I hate cleanup. It's also 6 qt for 2 people.

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Kachina624 — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 16:09:35 GMT

@LucieLu. Many people prefer the IP over other automatic pressure cookers because it has a stainless steel inner container. I have a Cooks Essentials PC that is a beautiful turquoise color, but I did pick up an IP during the big Amazon Prime sale in July. The do basically the same things except the IP makes yogurt.

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WillsMominMO — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:17:48 GMT

I've had an electric pressure cooker for years. I've preordered the IP TSV because it has a delay feature that mine doesn't and it has a low pressure option so I can make hard boiled eggs. My old pc is an 8 qt. so I'll save it for making stocks and use the 6 qt for daily cooking.

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auntiepatti — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 10:16:59 GMT

This is the decision I am trying to make - I have a CE from about 5 years back. I only started using it last year. Is this really that much better or do I stick with what I have......decisions, decisions.

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Ainhisg — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 15:22:37 GMT

There are many good brands of electric pressure cookers nowadays that are multifunctional. Instant Pot is just the most well-known brand. Many have stainless steel pots. F a g or, Cosori, Mealthy, Cuisinart and others are some people might consider. I've read they're all made in China, and I think that's true. I have a Mealthy and love it. It's feature-rich, came with a lot of accessories, has an LCD screen, and has a great price point. It's often on sale for $89.95 on Amazon or $94.95 on their website. The customer service is amazing.

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CLEM — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 15:50:27 GMT

@auntiepatti I had a pressure cooker I really loved for years. A friend of mine had been eying it so I gave it to her thinking that I really don't use it that often and can do without it.

But then last year I started to miss it and wanted another one so I got an IP. I really like it, but if you like what you have, you don't need it unless you sometime need two.

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LexaMom — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 10:28:12 GMT

I live in Colorado. I bought the ULTRA IP because you can enter your altitude and it automatically adjusts the pressure. I have found issues with other pressure cookers.

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esmerelda — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 14:03:04 GMT

Wondering about the sealing ring. Is that something that is only occasionally used (e.g., pressure cooking) or is it a second one included because they know we’ll need it soon?

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CLEM — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 15:16:43 GMT

@esmerelda There is only one sealing ring and I use it for everything.

However, since they tend to take on odors I have ordered an extra set from Amazon to use for different foods.

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wagirl — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 15:21:19 GMT

I bought a Technique brand PC, from the Q, prob 20 years ago and used it alot but had to learn its little quirks so that it would work properly. Fast forwarding----I bought the Instant Pot from AMZ during prime day and can't believe what an improvement it is and I LOVE all the things it can do. Made soymilk yogurt in it, that was the bomb as well as many other things that would be harder to do in the old one!! So I will donate the old and happily use the new. And the Instant Pot that will be the TSV is at a great price--wonder how long shipping will take?? Glad I got mine where I did--got it the next day!

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jpie — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 17:32:13 GMT

I don't own an IP, but have recently been interested in purchasing one.

The TSV is a great price and many excellent features, but I am going to wait for an 8 quart model. I realize it would be more expensive, but I think I'd be happier with more room.

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LucieLu — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 23:34:58 GMT

I live in Greeley Colorado so good to know it has a high-altitude setting

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this is my nic — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 01:57:11 GMT

Oh dear! My brain went in a totally different direction! Instant pot, hmmm. Like instant coffee, but with a very different effect?