Which is better for a family of six?

The Ninja, at 8.5 quarts, fits larger batches than the Instant Pot's 6 quarts. The Instant Pot is fine for six if you cook in smaller amounts or use it mostly for sides.

Can the Ninja pressure cook?

No. The PossibleCooker PRO is a multi-cooker, not a pressure cooker. If you want fast pressure cooking, choose the Instant Pot Duo.

The Instant Pot Duo, because pressure cooking is much faster than slow cooking or steaming. The Ninja wins on browning and large-batch slow cooking.

Is the Instant Pot Duo worth it over the Ninja?

Only if pressure cooking is what you need. For searing, slow cooking and big batches, the Ninja's larger pot is the better fit.

Which is easier to clean?

The Ninja's non-stick pot wipes clean easily but scratches if you use metal utensils. The Instant Pot's pot depends on the insert; check which liner ships with the unit.

Which has better ratings?

The Instant Pot Duo rates higher at 4.8 out of 5, but from 570 ratings. The Ninja sits at 4.6 from 3,300 ratings, a much larger sample.

Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker PRO vs Instant Pot Duo 12-Quart

Buy the Ninja PossibleCooker PRO if you want one large pot that sears, slow cooks and steams for a family or a crowd; its 8.5-quart capacity beats the Instant Pot's 6 quarts. Buy the Instant Pot Duo if pressure cooking is the point, since it is a dedicated 7-in-1 pressure cooker with a strong 4.8 rating. Check current prices at each store before deciding, since the two are often close in cost.

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