How does the RIO Wide Plus differ from a standard Instant Pot?

It has a wider, lower pot with a larger searing surface and an angled guided display. Standard tall models have a smaller cooking base and a different accessory shape.

Is 7.5 quarts enough for a family?

Instant Pot rates it for up to seven servings, which covers most families and large batches of stews, rice or yogurt.

Can I use my old Instant Pot accessories in it?

Often not. Lids, racks and inserts sized for tall 6- or 8-quart models may not fit the wide pot, so check compatibility before buying extras.

Does it really cook faster than a slow cooker?

Instant Pot claims up to 70% faster cooking than slow-cooking methods. Pressure cooking is quicker, but add time for coming to pressure and releasing steam.

Is the inner pot dishwasher safe?

The stainless steel pot and most removable parts are dishwasher safe, though hand washing keeps the tri-ply base in best shape.

Where is the RIO Wide Plus cheapest?

At eBay, for $145.00, 27% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the RIO Wide Plus?

20 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, NT Electronics, Belk, Target, Walmart.

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Q: What cooking functions does it have?

Nine: pressure cook, slow cook, steam, sauté, sous vide, rice, yogurt, cake and keep warm, plus 25 recipe presets.

Best price now

$145.00at eBayChecked 12 h ago

27% under what the other stores charge

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What reviewers say

Owners of the RIO Wide Plus generally praise the wide pot for searing and the guided display for easy pressure cooking. Common complaints center on its size and weight and on the different pot shape limiting accessories made for taller models.

What people mention

Searing surfacePraisedOwners say the wide base browns meat and vegetables far better than tall multicookers.
Size and weightCriticisedReviewers note the unit is bulky and the pot heavy to lift, especially when full.
Guided controlsPraisedThe angled display, progress bar and presets are called easy to follow for pressure-cooking beginners.
Accessory fitCriticisedBuyers report that lids and inserts made for taller Instant Pot models do not fit the wide pot.
NoisePraisedUsers find steam release quieter than earlier Instant Pot models.
Heat-up timeMixedSome owners say a full pot takes a while to reach pressure, though cooking itself is fast.

About the RIO Wide Plus

The Instant Pot RIO Wide Plus is an electric multicooker with a 7.5-quart capacity, enough for up to 7 servings. It has 9 cooking functions: pressure cook, slow cook, steam, sauté, sous vide, rice, yogurt, cake and keep warm. It has a wide base that gives a larger searing surface.

The inner pot is 18/8 stainless steel with a tri-ply bottom, for searing and sautéing. An angled control panel has a message display and a cooking progress bar. It offers 25 recipe presets with step-by-step instructions.

The lid and inner pot are dishwasher safe. The cooker is Quiet Mark certified for low steam release noise. It has over 10 safety mechanisms, including overheat protection and an "OK To Open Lid" message.

Model

DPPC801GM

Capacity

7.5 quarts, up to 7 servings

Functions

Pressure cook, slow cook, steam, sauté, sous vide, rice, yogurt, cake, keep warm

Presets

25 recipe presets with step-by-step instructions

Display

Angled control panel with message display and cooking progress bar

Inner pot

18/8 stainless steel with tri-ply bottom