I just bought this pot, and it's my first IP. I bought it for the sous vide feature, and am already using it several times a week for that. I use the sous vide feature to make fermented dairy, which is like a yogurt but contains a single strain bacteria that is fermented for a very long time, 36 hr, at very low temps. The bacteria are super sensitive to temperature, so the ability to set the temp is quite important. I learned that the last IP model that had sous vide was wildly inaccurate for temp, so for me that model was a no-go, but this new model is perfect! I couldn't be happier (see book by Dr William Davis, SUPER GUT if you have questions). Anyway, having a perfect fermenting device, as well as all the other IP settings such as pressure cooker, etc in one appliance makes this a win-win for me. I wish Instapot would advertise the sous vide feature better; it is such a nice feature.

Very helpful. One of the best, most honest and fully comprehensive reviews of this item. The things you noted, both pros and cons, were really helpful and answered a lot of questions I had in my mind about it. I'm keeping mine because some of the things that didn't tick your boxes were actually positives for me and I really appreciate your easy to follow and great presenting style.

works great. i love that it has stainless steal pot inside kzread.infoUgkxG-7WiT7ocumjytOpHDFt632PL0pxXRAg and not the one with coating. we used to have a coated pot before, and the coating slowly peels, and i am sure went into the food that we cooked. Absolutely love stainless steel, and will not use a coated product again.This pot has many settings and many buttons, and i need to sit down with a manual to figure out which setting to use. I used the basic functions, and even though i am not technologically skilled, i turned it on and assembled it without any help.Very satisfied with this product overall.

I spent weeks looking for reviews on this Instapot. I was on the fence about it and ended up going with the instapot pro crisp fryer 8qt. I’m very satisfied with it, but I stayed with that what if about the ultimate lid. I just came across your video and I’m glad I did. I no longer regret my decision and I value your honest review. Thank you

TY Doug for sharing your new gadget with us! I love what you made I didn't now you're he same age as me. I was a senior in HS in 1993 because I got held over in 1st grade and it's quite a long story. Math and Science were my worse subjects.

I am one of those who has the original Insta Pot. It still works good but without the updates. I would like the Ninja because of the ease of use. Thanks for the review.

Thanks Doug. It was funny because all the comment\flaws you mentioned at the end were the same ones my wife and I were saying. Love your videos. This was our second one of yours we watched and are now subscribers!

Like your honesty. Thank you for that. I have a two top Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker/Air Fryer I got probably about 3 years ago. I’m happy with it until it dies. Love the thing !

Ninja products are good but one thing I like about instant pot more over the ninja is that stainless steel bowl. No non stick coating to worry bout wearing off possibly getting into your food. Maybe that's why it cost more

@alannateresaestrella4042

2 жыл бұрын

Agree with you! I love the stainless steel inner pot.

@shawnmulligan5476

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. The major factor that convinced me on this duo crisp w/ultimate lid . The only unit I could find in the pressure cooker world w/o coating. I can live with the other features and I'll find a basket accessory that holds more.

@Albertojedi

Жыл бұрын

I still prefer Ninja's ceramic coating. This is what happens when you prefer ceramic over stainless (20:06) but all over the pot. This is a nice unit, but its not to par with the Ninja Smartlid XL.

@jessicabasurto9485

Жыл бұрын

Same!!! I don’t like the ninja one being non stick

Awesome video. Very informative. I was wondering about size of the air fry basket. I have a ninja air fryer and been using it for making steaks, which has been working out very well. Maybe this will work just since I usually just use it to make a quick meal if I was eating alone.

Awesome!! I was just looking to buy this!! Thank you Doug!!

Very informative, Doug. Sure to be helpful to lots of folks considering this IP.

Maybe the tape behind the lid insert was why the quick release was less forceful?

Thanks for all of this. Wondering about air frying with the pressure cookers. I hear they have a new vortex one. Could you try that, for us?

I'm actually really impressed with this model. I love that you don't have to separately plug in and store the air fry lid. I'll also happy to see it has the auto and pulse release. Though, I'm still looking at the pro plus because I like the extensive features catered more to pressure cooking specific users.

I love your videos!!!! ♥ I finally bought my very 1st ninja foodi w/smartlid for Christmas! All I have owned up until this point was instant pots. I like them, they are a great product but I also had a lot I didn't like about them.

Air fryer basket would've been nice especially for the price. The sous video makes up for the basket thought, which you can most likely buy separately

Thanks for sharing I just got mine yesterday!

Another cool gadget to play with. Will have to look for those fries. Meal looks delicious. Thanks for sharing this unboxing.

I'm not getting on very well with the air frying on mine. Everything is taking 25% longer to cook than air frying recipes suggest. The air circulation seems to be poor, I put an oven temperature probe under the basket and even after 15 mins it's was only reading 130c when set to 200c it seems to scorch the food on top before heating through to the bottom. Are all air fryers like this? I haven't tried any others to compare it to.

Have you tried the slow cook function yet?

Thank you Doug for your honest review. 👍

Wonder how temp accurate the air fryer is. The older duo and pro crisp are about 50 degrees below what ever you set them. Yes, the old duo crisp only really heats to 350 and pro crisp 400.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

Not worth the wonder 2me...it's 1500w other multiple machines that air fry are 1700w with more space

Great review. I would love it, but I dunno who would want my Duo Crisp! Hard to sell these large items on Ebay, etc. without being new in the original box.

How long does the preheating take in a pressure cook mode ?

Totally honest review. I concur completely but I bought it on base for $150 as a Christmas present for my wife

Yep...I agree.

I bought the instant pot duo crisp, and it didn’t come with a cookbook, just a quick start sheet.

HI Doug I WATCHED YOUR DEMO OF THE DUO POT 6.5. I Am thinking about sending mine back. 2 big reasons. I found i got steam burned 2x. When I opened the lid. I also found out that some buttons I had to hit buttons 2xs others work with one. Did you find this as well?

@kimfunk

Жыл бұрын

I'm having similar issues... and seeing complaints on their official site as well. but DOUG, thank you for this! So many things show a totally different air fryer "basket," and it's really confusing. And like you said, it doesn't hold much... not sure I made the best decision or not, but really appreciate your review and for showing it in action. New subscriber here!

I have the old Instapot and not a huge fan with the pressure leaks, I have a Breville air fry convection oven but doesn't get food crispy, So looking for a good air fryer for family size use. Which do you think would be best, just buying an instapot lid for air frying or a separate machine and if so which one. I am thinking of a duo basket.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

Keep them separate if u can...get a cosori dual blaze and a instant pot pro plus

Stat nerds. lololol. I agree with you big time, Doug. This model should have a recipe book for sure. Also agree on the 1,500 watts. Should to me, be at least 1700.

The instruction manual provide a web link to the receipes.

This IP would be great for my daughter who is scared to death of pressure cooking. « It’s going to explode! » she said. This IP has no vent or seal button, this machine tells you « not to open lid » and « ok open the lid ». And I agree with you that the pressure releasing is less scary than other machine. For a first IP it’s ok. I guess. Thank you so much for this honest review. Always a pleasure.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

VERY VERY TRUE!!!

Mine came without a rack inside. Is it normal or not?

Scored this model at target today for $68!! My 6qt is getting old so I thought this was a great upgrade.

@MrHelgy21

Жыл бұрын

me too!!

Great unboxing video Doug. I will pass on this unit I need more cooking space.

5:25 maybe most who are buying this model are upgrading from a lesser model and might have said recipe book.. since it’s app controlled, perhaps the recipe book is integrated into that..

I was wondering about that piece of tape on the underside of the protective inner lid. It protects the heating elements. Also did you remove the protective film on the screen? That’s gonna look bad after awhile. Nice video but the safety on the lid release is a good thing. I just set up mine today. I gave a good friend my Ultra 6. I too, miss more accessories, I already bought a trivet.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

Жыл бұрын

It's gonna look perfect....BECAUSE LIKE I SAID IN THE VIDEO IT WAS RETURED BECAUSE ITS NOT WORTH THE MONEY...thanks

@jbs256

Жыл бұрын

@@COOKINGWITHDOUG I wrote before I finished the video. I was surprised you returned it. I loved the protective shield design. I didn’t know the Foodi pressure cooker used one lid and didn’t protect the air fryer elements. I thought it was a second lid. I have some Ninja products and can agree they’re built well and are a bargain for what they are. Yes this new one is pricey but it seems built like a brick … you know.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

Жыл бұрын

@@jbs256 do videos on it, the machine could use your support...Ninja was the original and this copy cat just SUCKED..have a nice day

Thanks for the informative video Doug. Like you I will pass on this IP. My original IP is good for pressure cooking and my Ninja is the bomb. When I do get another combo gadget it will be a Ninja.

I've had my eye on this and was wondering how it compared to the new Ninja model. After watching your review, I tend to agree with you on all points and that makes me sad because I wanted this to blow the Ninja out of the water. I love IP but I wish they would do better with the metal rack. It's truly annoying to have half of your food stuck on the rack when removing it. The feature of having only 1 lid was the initial draw for me. But you're absolutely right about IP not being a true 1 lid feature. I just wish the Ninja was a more aesthetically pleasing machine...I think it's just flat out ugly but I love the Instant Pot's appearance. So now I'm rethinking it all. Do I really need this from either brand? Probably not....I'll just stick with my original Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker and the Instant Pots that I already have.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

💯 #nailed it

I just got this machine yesterday, how long should the water test take in total, I did my test set for 20 mins but went on for over an hour and had to switch it off to release and I had no count down on the 20 min mark ??? I’m suspecting I have a faulty machine?

@annexy722

Ай бұрын

same it didnt quick release and i had to wait for hours just to open the lid or else its just stuck! i return the instant pot after that several failed test.

Great overview! I love my Instant Pot Pro Crisp, but this would be a big pass for me. It's too small and I agree, that rack doesn't seem very good for air frying (though it may be okay for keeping things up when you pressure cook). I'd rather get the Cosori Dual Blaze for pure air frying and use my Pro Crisp for when I want to pressure cook and then air fry. I actually like that the lids come off on the Pro Crisp, but I can understand that other people don't have the space for the second lid. Re the instant release vs natural release - I rarely use the instant release, probably because I often make soups and meats that do better with a natural release so having it default to natural release works for me. I know you are returning it, but I wonder if it remembers the last time you cooked you used instant release, since I find it often remembers the last settings you used.

I’m new to instapot still don’t own one. Which one would you recommend? I want an instapot and air fryer

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

Cosori Dual Blaze Air Fryer, & Instant pot pro plus

Thanks for your review. I am very disappointed with this particular IP too. I will be returning my pot. I like the pressure release settings. Not worth the price!

How long did it take it to come to pressure? Some people say this takes way long to pressurize

@jhanes3791

Жыл бұрын

I noticed that too. It was about 20 minutes for a stew I made. It burnt as well. I have an older pot and never have had problems. I'm keeping an open mind.

Thanks for the review. This seems nice enough, but small. I like the safety features. I don’t care for the air fry rack. Hopefully they will have an 8 quart in the future.💕

I agree doug

Very nice review, but this machine is not available in The Netherlands.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

I live in the United States and I wouldn't have a clue if or when it's sold outside of...thanks

Hi Doug, that's one cool instant pot.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro, how is everything ?

@CookingwithRick

2 жыл бұрын

@@COOKINGWITHDOUG Hanging in there channels growing slow.

The air fryer program was one huge bummer. I doubt this will be one of your favorite appliances. Your demonstration convinced me I don’t want one. So thank you very much for saving me some extra bucks.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

I already returned 4hrs after this video lol

Definitely got a point there on not having a damn recipe book!

Where did you get the rvs pot for the ninja?

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

In 2022 it should be clear to the world that Amazon has pretty much everything..all you have to do is type ninja foodi stainless steel on Amazon 🤷🏾‍♂️ amzn.to/3Nz8Wsu

My IP Duo Crisp was super cheap (under $80 Canadian), it has an actual air frying basket and is compatible with all Instant Pot accessories. This thing seems like an attempt to break compatibility while not bringing much to the table. Cleaning that built-in vent must be so hard… Much harder than putting the lid in the dishwasher. So… Meh

Indeed, that beeping sound I guess was driving crazy quite a bit of us😆😆

Is the lid removable? If so then I will get this one instead of the ninja.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

A one lid would be IMPOSSIBLE to remove from any brand...thanks

@SS07019

2 жыл бұрын

@@COOKINGWITHDOUG ok, I see. Thank you for the quick reply.

Adjust cooking temp maybe???? It’s not just your unit, that’s how it is, it’s a pressure cooker also!

Nice machine ☺️

Good evening Doug and everyone

I agree with you i am bummed no cooking instruction this would be my first instapot and i don't know what to do. 👎

I believe reading that recipes can be downloaded en mass from manufacturer.

Mine not releasing pressure or steam now, keep showing releasing pressure (but not) and ‘do not open’ What can I do ?

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

Жыл бұрын

Return it and get a NINJA 🤷🏾

@user-xd7mn8sh3d

Жыл бұрын

@@COOKINGWITHDOUG I used for many times , that’s the 1st time have this situation

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

Жыл бұрын

🤷🏾 good-luck I have nothing further to say...thanks

@annexy722

Ай бұрын

same... i return the product

I had to purchase an Instant Pot cookbook separate from what I couldn't find with my instant pot purchase

They don't give a recipe book because they intend for people to use the app. I love this device, it works well.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

Жыл бұрын

#damagecontrol

Another thing I noticed was that plastic warning label on the inside of the cooking lid. That should be removed and placed somewhere else. Cooking with that type of thing at any temp is not good, ALL cooking surfaces should be left bare. What kind of stuff is that plastic martial emitting into your food?

@shawnmulligan5476

Жыл бұрын

It's a warning label to be sure to take the tape off the pressure valve on the other side of the lid. Once the tape is removed, the label can be removed.

@Jackie3p1

Жыл бұрын

@@shawnmulligan5476 either way it wasnt removed before cooking in it

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

Жыл бұрын

This machine is a FLOP

My machine came with a sturdy basket, UK.

Really needs a temp probe too. This unit is disappointing. They made in an easy choice. Ninja blows them away. I have 6 instant pots too.

Yeah, the countdown is an issue...for me.

Doug, you're the master and fast, very tasty, modern gadget cooking! And your friendly informative personality makes me watch each video from the start through to the very end. It's always a great watch. However, I disagree with you on this product. It has some unique advantages and I think I'll be purchasing one of them. I like Instant Pot quality and this one seems to be a very modern design, with a few disadvantages that you've nicely pointed out. Looking forward to seeing your other videos!

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately that's not a popular opinion on here 🤷🏾 glad someone enjoyed it

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

The instant pot looks sexy🤣

FLATS!!!

To be fair, if you read instructions, cleaned the unit first, sprayed the rack you would have had no issues 😉

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

2 жыл бұрын

Go search on youtube and if u see 5 videos on this particular machine I would be shocked...thanks

@Kitchguy

2 жыл бұрын

@@COOKINGWITHDOUG I have but my point still stands.

Tossing in a recipe book with the appliance is redundant and adds about $5 to the cost of the product. Why bother when you got the internet at your disposal. A user manual should always be included plus a food cooking cheat sheet chart.

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

Жыл бұрын

DAMAGE CONTROL FAIL....that may work me&u...but thats not the way 2go

@COOKINGWITHDOUG

Жыл бұрын

Ohh and p.s not a lot of people on the internet WITH THIS MODEL

Correction I’m not a purist. I also have no interest in making yogurt