Is the 12-quart Duo worth it over the 6-quart?

Only if you regularly cook for a crowd or batch-cook. The 6-quart is easier to store and heats faster; the 12-quart wins on volume for stocks, chili and large roasts.

How does it compare with the Duo Plus?

The Duo covers the core 7 functions at a lower price. The Duo Plus adds a sous-vide setting and a few preset programs, which most cooks do not need.

The cooker, a stainless steel inner pot, a steam rack with handles, a sealing ring and a condensation collector, plus a recipe booklet.

Instant Pot models usually drop during Black Friday and Prime Day events. The current best new price is $89.99 at Amazon as of November 4, 2026.

Can I use it for canning?

Instant Pot does not recommend pressure canning in its cookers. Use it for cooking and batch prep, not for shelf-stable canning.

What do buyers say about the Instant Pot Duo 12-Quart 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 570 ratings.

Where can I buy the Instant Pot Duo 12-Quart 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker?

5 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, eBay, Poshmark, neweggbusiness.com, Walmart.

Instant Pot Duo 12-Quart 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker

Q: Where is the Instant Pot Duo 12-Quart 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker cheapest?

At Amazon, for $89.99, 25% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Instant Pot Duo 12-Quart 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker

The Instant Pot Duo 12-Quart is a 7-in-1 electric pressure cooker built for large batches: pressure cook, slow cook, rice, steam, sauté, yogurt and keep warm. The 12-quart size is aimed at big families, batch cooking and entertaining rather than everyday two-person meals. Its best new price is $89.99 at Amazon as of November 4, 2026, with 5 stores listing it new.