How does the Rio Wide differ from a standard 8-quart Instant Pot?

It has a wider, shallower pot with a much larger searing surface, so you can brown more food at once. Standard 8-quart models are taller and narrower.

Can it fit a whole chicken?

Yes. The wide 7.5-quart pot is sized for a whole chicken or three racks of ribs.

No. This model pressure cooks, slow cooks and sears; it does not include an air fryer lid.

Is the inner pot dishwasher safe?

The stainless steel inner pot is best hand washed to keep its finish; the lid and sealing ring also need regular cleaning.

How fast is pressure cooking compared with slow cooking?

Instant Pot says pressure cooking is up to 70% faster than traditional slow cooking methods.

Is it good for a small household?

It works, but the 7.5-quart capacity is aimed at families and batch cooking; smaller models suit one or two people better.

What do buyers say about the Instant Pot Rio 7.5 Qt. Multi-Cooker 113-1066-01?

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,139 ratings.

Instant Pot Rio 7.5 Qt. Multi-Cooker 113-1066-01

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Our take on the Instant Pot Rio 7.5 Qt. Multi-Cooker 113-1066-01

The Instant Pot Rio Wide is a 7.5-quart electric multi-cooker built for large batches. Its wide cooking pot gives a much bigger searing surface than standard 8-quart cookers, so you can brown a whole chicken or three racks of ribs without crowding. It pressure cooks, slow cooks and sears, with a tri-ply stainless steel pot for even heat and a progress indicator during guided cooking. It suits families and batch cooks who want one pot for big meals; against narrower rivals it trades a taller footprint for more browning room, while it gives up the air-frying lid and extra programs that some competing models add.

Best forFamilies and batch cookingWhole chickens and ribsReplacing a slow cooker and a stockpotBeginner pressure cookers

Pros

Wide pot sears far more food at once than standard 8-quart cookers
Tri-ply stainless steel bottom heats evenly
Pressure cooking is much faster than slow cooking
Guided cooking progress indicator shows where the cook is
Built-in safety features and an easy-clean pot

Cons

Wide body takes up more counter and cabinet space
No air fryer lid or dehydrate/yogurt-style extras on this model
Large capacity is overkill for one or two people
Inner pot and sealing ring need hand washing care

Instant Pot Rio 7.5 Qt. Multi-Cooker 113-1066-01 prices at every store

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What reviewers say

4.5 / 51,139 ratings

Owners rate it highly, praising the wide pot for searing and fitting big cuts, and the fast pressure cooking. Complaints center on its size on the counter and the learning curve for pressure release.

What people mention

Searing surfacePraisedOwners say the wide bottom browns large batches without crowding.
CapacityPraisedReviewers like that whole chickens and several racks of ribs fit easily.
FootprintCriticisedSome say the wide body is bulky on the counter and in cabinets.
Pressure releaseMixedUsers find release works well but can be slow and steamy.
BuildPraisedThe stainless steel pot is described as solid and easy to clean.

About the Instant Pot Rio 7.5 Qt. Multi-Cooker 113-1066-01

The Instant Pot Rio 7.5 Qt. Multi-Cooker is a wide-format electric cooker that pressure cooks, slow cooks and browns. It has a 35% larger searing surface than standard 8-quart multi-cookers, which gives room to cook a whole chicken or three racks of ribs.

The pot is stainless steel with a tri-ply bottom for even heating. A guided cooking progress indicator shows where the cooking cycle stands. Cooking is up to 70% faster than traditional slow cooking methods.

It has built-in safety features and is designed for easy cleanup.

Capacity: 7.5 qt
Color: Black
Cooking functions: Pressure cooking, slow cooking, browning
Pot: Stainless steel with tri-ply bottom
Searing surface: 35% larger than standard 8-quart multi-cookers
Model: 113-1066-01

Specifications

color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

How does the Rio Wide differ from a standard 8-quart Instant Pot?: It has a wider, shallower pot with a much larger searing surface, so you can brown more food at once. Standard 8-quart models are taller and narrower.
Can it fit a whole chicken?: Yes. The wide 7.5-quart pot is sized for a whole chicken or three racks of ribs.
Does it air fry?: No. This model pressure cooks, slow cooks and sears; it does not include an air fryer lid.
Is the inner pot dishwasher safe?: The stainless steel inner pot is best hand washed to keep its finish; the lid and sealing ring also need regular cleaning.
How fast is pressure cooking compared with slow cooking?: Instant Pot says pressure cooking is up to 70% faster than traditional slow cooking methods.
Is it good for a small household?: It works, but the 7.5-quart capacity is aimed at families and batch cooking; smaller models suit one or two people better.
Where is the Instant Pot Rio 7.5 Qt. Multi-Cooker 113-1066-01 cheapest?: At Walmart, for $239.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Instant Pot Rio 7.5 Qt. Multi-Cooker 113-1066-01?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,139 ratings.