Which is better for air frying?

The Nuwave Duet, mainly because of its 1500 W element and dedicated 3.5 qt non-stick basket. The Duo Crisp tops out at 1000 W and uses its stainless pot.

Which is better for pressure cooking?

The Instant Pot Duo Crisp has the longer track record in pressure cooking and 11 settings. The Nuwave offers 6 pressure settings at up to 105 kPa.

Which is easier to clean?

The Nuwave's non-stick basket releases food more easily, but the coating can degrade. The Duo Crisp's stainless pot is dishwasher safe and has no coating to wear.

Is the Instant Pot worth the extra?

At $197.99 at JCPenney as of November 7, 2026, it is worth it if you value Instant Pot's pressure-cooking reliability and a smaller footprint. Compare against the Nuwave's live price before deciding.

Which takes up less counter space?

The Duo Crisp, at about 13.6 x 13.6 x 14 in. The Nuwave Duet measures 17 x 15 x 15 in.

Do both reach 400 ºF?

Yes, both list a 400 ºF maximum temperature for air frying.

Instant Pot Duo Crisp 6 Qt vs NuWave Duet Pressure Cook & Air Fryer

Buy the Instant Pot Duo Crisp 6 Qt if you want the more established pressure-cooker brand and a proven multi-cooker at $197.99 at JCPenney as of November 7, 2026. Buy the Nuwave Duet if you want a dedicated non-stick air fry basket, more preset programs and a lower-power footprint, but check its live price first since no current price was given. Both combine pressure cooking and air frying in one 6 qt unit at 400 ºF max.

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