Is the Duo Plus worth it over the standard Duo?

If you want sous vide, a yogurt setting and quieter steam release, yes. If you only pressure cook and sauté, the basic Duo does the same core job for less.

How does it compare with the Instant Pot Pro?

The Pro adds a larger display, higher wattage and a sous-vide rack. The Duo Plus keeps most functions in a simpler, cheaper package.

How many people does the 6-quart size serve?

About six portions. It fits a whole chicken or a large batch of chili, and it is the usual pick for families of four to six.

Does it really cook faster than a slow cooker?

Yes for pressure-cooked dishes like beans, stews and stock, which finish in a fraction of the time. Slow-cook mode runs at normal slow-cooker speed.

What comes in the box?

The cooker, a stainless steel steam rack with handles and two extra sealing rings. The inner pot is 18/8 stainless steel.

Can I use it for canning or frying?

It is not approved for pressure canning and should not be used for deep frying. Sauté is fine for browning before pressure cooking.

Where is the Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart Multi-Cooker cheapest?

At Ace Hardware, for $89.99, 37% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart Multi-Cooker?

9 stores we checked sell it, including Ace Hardware, Instant Pot, Wayfair, Belk, Zola.

Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart Multi-Cooker Price History: $89.99

What reviewers say

Owners rate the Duo Plus highly for dependable pressure cooking, quiet steam release and simple cleaning. Complaints center on the learning curve of the preset panel and food sticking in the steel pot.

What people mention

Steam releasePraisedOwners say the WhisperQuiet vent is much quieter than the noisy release on earlier models.
Ease of useMixedThe guided display helps beginners, but several find the preset menus and buttons take practice.
Cooking potMixedThe stainless pot heats evenly and cleans up well, though food sticks when sautéing.
VersatilityPraisedReviewers like having pressure cook, yogurt, sous vide and rice in one appliance.
SizeCriticisedSome owners say the 6-quart body takes up a lot of counter space.

From Instant Pot

9-in-1 cooking functions: pressure cook, slow cook, steam, sauté, sous vide, rice, yogurt, cake and keep warm in one appliance with an intuitive dial control
Guided cooking: tilted control panel with clear message display and cooking progress bar, 25 recipe presets and step-by-step instructions
WhisperQuiet™ steam release technology minimizes noise, with a well-placed one-touch steam release button
Cooks up to 70% faster than slow cooking methods while using 60% less energy than conventional ovens
6-quart capacity, perfect for up to 6 portions, ideal for families, meal prep and batch cooking
18/8 stainless steel inner pot with triple-thickness base for even cooking

Materials: 18/8 stainless steel inner pot with triple-thickness base; stainless steel steam rack with handles
Sizing: 6-quart capacity is perfect for up to 6 portions, ideal for families, meal prep and batch cooking
Guarantee: One (1) year limited warranty for purchases from authorized retailers by the original appliance owner; repair or replacement at Instant Pot Brands' discretion;
Shipping: Instant Pot Brands is not responsible for shipping costs related to warranty service
In the box: Stainless steel steam rack with handles, Two extra sealing rings

About the Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart Multi-Cooker

Pas de chichi, pas de bruit, juste de la bonne nourriture. Le Duo™ Plus vous simplifie la vie grâce à des programmes intelligents, des guides étape par étape et une vapeur qui sait faire taire.