How is this different from an Instant Pot?

It is not a pressure cooker. It does sear, sauté, slow cook, braise, simmer, steam and rice, and its pot can go in the oven to 400°F. An Instant Pot cooks braises and beans much faster under pressure but its inner pot is not oven-safe.

Can the pot go from the stovetop into the oven?

Yes. The cast aluminum pot is rated oven-safe up to 400°F, so you can brown on the stovetop and move the same pot into the oven to finish. Check that your oven and its racks can take the pot's size and weight.

How many people does 6 quarts serve?

The maker says up to 7 people. In practice that is a full family dinner or several days of meal prep, with room for a whole chicken or a large batch of chili.

Is the pot dishwasher safe?

The removable cooking vessel and the lid are dishwasher safe. The nonstick coating lasts longer if you wash the pot by hand and use wooden or silicone utensils.

What comes in the box?

The multi-cooker with its cast aluminum cooking pot and lid, plus a steamer rack for vegetables, seafood and dumplings.

Does it have a manual temperature setting?

It has a touch-activated digital display with preset functions and precise temperature settings. It does not offer the full manual pressure or custom-program control of higher-end multi-cookers.