Is the 8-quart Pro big enough for a family?

Yes. It is rated to cook for up to 8 people, which suits large families and batch cooking. Singles and couples may find it larger than they need.

Can the inner pot go on the stove?

Yes. The 18/8 stainless steel inner pot has stay-cool silicone handles and a flat bottom, so you can move it from the cooker to the stovetop to sear.

How is it different from the Duo?

The Pro adds the stove-safe inner pot with handles, more presets and custom slots, higher power for sauté, and a diffusing steam-release cover. The Duo is simpler and lighter.

Does it work as a slow cooker?

Yes. Slow cook is one of the 10 functions, so you can use it for traditional long-cook recipes as well as pressure cooking.

What comes in the box?

The cooker, a stainless steel steamer rack with handles, and an extra sealing ring.

Does it need a special voltage?

It runs on 120 volts, so it is built for standard US outlets.

Instant Pot 8Qt Pro 10-in-1 Slow Multi-Cooker, Pressure Cooker, Slow Cook, Rice/Grain Cooker, Steamer, Sauté, Sous Vide, Yogurt Maker, Sterilizer and Warmer, Black

Q: Where is the Instant Pot 8Qt Pro 10-in-1 Slow Multi-Cooker, Pressure Cooker, Slow Cook, Rice/Grain Cooker, Steamer, Sauté, Sous Vide, Yogurt Maker, Sterilizer and Warmer, Black cheapest?

At Williams-Sonoma, for $149.95, 25% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Instant Pot 8Qt Pro 10-in-1 Slow Multi-Cooker, Pressure Cooker, Slow Cook, Rice/Grain Cooker, Steamer, Sauté, Sous Vide, Yogurt Maker, Sterilizer and Warmer, Black?

Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 241 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the Instant Pot 8Qt Pro 10-in-1 Slow Multi-Cooker, Pressure Cooker, Slow Cook, Rice/Grain Cooker, Steamer, Sauté, Sous Vide, Yogurt Maker, Sterilizer and Warmer, Black?

14 stores we checked sell it, including Williams-Sonoma, Amazon, NT Electronics, Wayfair, eBay.

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What reviewers say

4.1 / 5241 ratings

Owners rate the Pro highly for its versatile cooking, sturdy stainless pot and quiet steam release. Complaints center on the large footprint, the weight of a full pot, and occasional lid or steam-release problems.

What people mention

Build qualityPraisedOwners like the thick stainless steel inner pot and its stay-cool handles.
Steam releaseMixedThe diffusing cover is quieter and cleaner, but some units have venting problems.
SizeMixedThe 8-quart capacity is great for families but takes up a lot of space.
SearingPraisedHigher power gives a better sauté and sear than older models.
LidCriticisedSome owners report the lid locking or sealing poorly.
Ease of useMixedPresets help, but venting and programming take some getting used to.

About the Instant Pot 8Qt Pro 10-in-1 Slow Multi-Cooker, Pressure Cooker, Slow Cook, Rice/Grain Cooker, Steamer, Sauté, Sous Vide, Yogurt Maker, Sterilizer and Warmer, Black

The Instant Pot Pro is an 8-quart electric multi-cooker that combines 10 functions: pressure cooker, slow cooker, sous vide, sauté pan, rice and grain cooker, steamer, yogurt maker, sterilizer, food warmer and cake baker. It has 28 smart cooking programs and 5 programmable Favorite settings for your own recipes. It cooks for up to 8 people, so it suits larger families, batch cooking and meal prep.

The inner pot is cookware-grade 304 (18/8) stainless steel with an extra-thick 3.5 mm aluminum layer and a flat, tri-ply bottom for searing and sautéing. Stay-cool silicone handles let you move the pot from the cooker to the stove top. A large LCD display and a cooking progress bar show each stage, from preheating to cooking to keep warm.

Safety features include overheat protection, a safety lid lock and an auto-sealing lid. The steam release switch has a diffusing cover that reduces noise and keeps steam from splashing onto the counter. The free Instant Brands Connect app offers recipes and is available for iOS and Android.

Capacity

8 quarts, cooks for up to 8 people

Color

Black

Functions

Pressure cook, slow cook, sous vide, sauté, rice and grain cooker, steamer, yogurt maker, sterilizer, food warmer, cake baker

Programs

28 smart programs, 5 programmable Favorite settings

Inner pot

304 (18/8) stainless steel, 3.5 mm aluminum layer, tri-ply flat bottom, silicone handles

Safety

Overheat protection, safety lid lock, auto-sealing lid, steam release with diffusing cover

Display

Large LCD with cooking progress bar

Voltage

120 volts

In the box

Extra sealing ring, stainless-steel steamer rack with handles

Instant Pot 8Qt Pro 10-in-1 Slow Multi-Cooker, Pressure Cooker, Slow Cook, Rice/Grain Cooker, Steamer, Sauté, Sous Vide, Yogurt Maker, Sterilizer and Warmer, Black

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