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Instant Pot Ultra, 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Yogurt Maker, Cake Maker, Egg Cooker, Sauté, and more, Includes App With Over 800 Recipes, Stainless Steel, 6 Quart
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Brand | Instant Pot |
Capacity | 6 Quarts |
Material | Stainless steel |
Color | Stainless Steel |
Finish Type | Chrome |
Product Dimensions | 12.5"D x 13"W x 12.5"H |
Special Feature | Dishwasher Safe, Programmable |
Wattage | 1000 watts |
Item Weight | 11.83 Pounds |
Control Method | App |
About this item
- 10-IN-1 FUNCTIONALITY: Pressure cook, slow cook, sous vide, sauté pan, sterilizer, yogurt maker, food warmer, cake baker and steamer.
- IMPROVED STRESS-FREE VENTING: Intuitive and simple, our improved easy-release steam switch makes releasing steam easier than ever, and it automatically resets when the lid is closed.
- LATEST TECHNOLOGY FOR FAST COOKING: Developed with the latest 3rd generation technology with an embedded microprocessor that monitors the pressure and temperature, keeps time, and adjusts heating intensity.
- CONSOLIDATING COUNTER SPACE: Replaces 10 common kitchen appliances: Pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice/porridge cooker, yogurt maker, cake maker, egg cooker, sauté/searing, steamer, warmer, and sterilizer!
- SAFETY FEATURES: Overheat Protection, safe locking lid, upgraded gentle steam release switch with diffusing cover to reduce noise and prevent splashing on the counter, and more.
- GREAT FOR GROWING FAMILIES: Cook for up to 6 people – perfect for growing families, or meal prepping and batch cooking for singles.
- INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: Giving you everything you need to get started! - Steam rack (with handles), recipe booklet, serving spoon, and soup spoon
- DISCOVER AMAZING RECIPES: Download our free Instant Pot app, so you can quick new favorites and prepare delicious meals, available iOS and Android.
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Easy to clean | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Safety Features | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.7 | — | 4.6 |
Versatility | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.5 | — | 4.6 |
Durability | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.6 | — | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Easy to use | — | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Sold By | Amazon Warehouse | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
capacity | 6 quarts | 8 quarts | 8 quarts | 8 quarts | 5.7 liters | 6 quarts |
operation mode | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Manual | Automatic |
control method | application | touch | touch | touch | touch | touch |
material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Ceramic | Stainless steel |
dishwasher safe | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
weight | 11.83 pounds | 15.83 pounds | 10.14 pounds | 26.2 pounds | 630 grams | 6 kilograms |
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Central DialA simple turn and press for easier and more precise cooking program selection and adjustment. |
Ultimate Custom ProgrammingFor the home chef looking for a greater degree of customization and control for even greater precision cooking. |
Altitude AdjustmentEliminates the guesswork from a recipe conversion to provide a more precise cooking time. |
Cooking Progress IndicatorAllows you can monitor the cooking states: Preheat, Cook and Keep Warm. |
Cook rice and steam veggies in the same pot
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Quick Release ButtonThe Quick Release Button allows you to perform both continuous and pulse steam release manually. Once the Quick Release Button is in 'venting' position, it will automatically reset to the 'sealing' position when you open or close the lid. |
ExteriorBrushed stainless steel finger print resistant with lid holder for left and right handed users. |
Stainless Steel Cooking Pot, Steam Rack & LidHealthy, food grade 304 (18/8) - no chemical coatings with inner pot markings at 1/2 and 2/3 for pressure cooking safety. The cooking pot, lid and steam rack are dishwasher safe. |
Alexa Skill & Free AppAlexa guided cooking, 1000+ Recipes, Getting Started Videos, Favorite Recipe List, Personalized Grocery List and more. |
Quick start your mornings with a nutritious breakfast in minutes
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Air Fryer - Even Crisp Technology | ✓ | ✓ | |||
Cooks up to 70% faster | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
One-Touch Cooking Programs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Easy Steam Release Feature | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Easy-Grip Cooking Pot and QuickCool Lid | ✓ | ||||
Extra Sealing Ring | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
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Cooking Progress Indicator | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Comfort meals in no time
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Product information
Brand | Instant Pot |
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Capacity | 6 Quarts |
Material | Stainless steel |
Color | Stainless Steel |
Finish Type | Chrome |
Product Dimensions | 12.5"D x 13"W x 12.5"H |
Special Feature | Dishwasher Safe, Programmable |
Wattage | 1000 watts |
Item Weight | 11.83 Pounds |
Control Method | App |
Controller Type | Push Button |
Operation Mode | Automatic |
Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
Voltage | 110 Volts |
Manufacture Year | 2023 |
Closure Type | Outer Lid, Inner Lid |
Item Weight | 11.83 pounds |
Manufacturer | Instant Pot |
ASIN | B06Y1MP2PY |
Item model number | Ultra 60 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #13,682 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #13 in Electric Pressure Cookers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 4, 2017 |
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Product Description
Instant Pot Ultra 10 In 1 Multi-Use Programmable Cooker is the next generation in kitchen appliances. Designed for the home chef looking for a greater degree of customization and control for even greater precision cooking. The Ultra combines the functions of a Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice/Porridge Cooker, Cake Maker, Yogurt Maker, Saute/Searing, Steamer, Warmer, Sterilizer, and, a truly new and unique feature, the ultra-program. The 'Ultra' provides complete custom programming for pressure and non-pressure cooking. Now, one can set the exact parameters desired to achieve perfect results each and every time. With the 'Altitude' adjustment, the guesswork is eliminated from a recipe conversion providing a more precise cooking time. Designed with a large, blue LCD display with a 'Cooking Indicator' to provide one a clear visual on the progress of your dish from preheating, cooking, and Keep Warm. A central dial with a simple turn and press provides added precision in program selection and adjustments. And, the new - 'Steam Release Reset Button' ensures the safer handling of the steam release after cooking is completed. Built with 16 smart programs: Soup/Broth, Meat/Stew, Bean/Chili, Cake, Egg, Slow Cook, Saute/Searing, Rice, Multigrain, Porridge, Steam, Sterilize, Yogurt, Warm, Pressure Cook, and Ultra. Now, your favorite dishes are as simple as selecting your preferences and having them ready up to 70% faster. With the 'Sterilize' program one can pasteurize dairy products, sterilize baby bottles, jars, and utensils; As well as, perform certain types of canning much more conveniently than ever before The 'Cake Maker' is designed to prepare soft and moist cakes and the 'Egg' prepares perfect eggs in just a few minutes. America's most trusted brand has moved into a category of its own with the Instant Pot Ultra Delay Start time - Up to 24 hours.
How It Works:
The microprocessor carefully runs lab-tested algorithms to control the time, cooking pressure and temperature to ensure consistent cooking results. Users can customize these settings to control pressure level, adjust cooking time and a cancel button, allowing one to achieve their preferred cooking results. For instance, the “meat/stew” key is programmed to prepare perfectly tender, thoroughly heated meat dishes; however, users can attain fall-off-the-bone results by adjusting the cooking time.
The fully sealed environment traps the flavors, nutrients, and aromas of the food instead of releasing them throughout the home. During pressure-cooking, heat is distributed evenly, deeply and quickly once pressure is built. In addition, minimal water is required for steaming so vitamins and minerals are not leached or dissolved. As a result, greens retain their bright colors and phytonutrients, meats and bones are thoroughly cooked yet tender, and whole grains and beans are soft and delicious, all with remarkable consistency.
Designed to cater to varying tastes and food conditions, Ultra has adjustable settings to achieve one’s desired cooking results; 3 temperatures in ‘Sauté’ for searing, simmering or thickening for a maximum time of 30 minutes, and 3 temperatures in ‘Slow Cook’ to complete the tasks of a common slow cooker, ‘Keep Warm’, and 3 temperatures in ‘Warm’ to preheat food.
The 24-hour delay start allows users to postpone the cooking start to have dinner ready when you are. Automatic ‘Keep Warm’ holds the temperature of the meal until you are ready to serve. With the ultra, one can easily turn the ‘Keep Warm’ function on/off. Power supply: 120V – 60Hz.
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Customers like the taste, value, and speed of the pressure cooker. They mention that the meals are delicious and perfect, and that the product helps illuminate the flavor of the ingredients. They are also happy with ease of cleaning, quality, and ease of use. That said, some customers have mixed opinions on the pressure pump and temperature.
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Customers like the quality of the pressure cooker. For example, they mention it's a great pot that does it all, makes great roasts, and is great for a rice cooker or very small batches of food. They also appreciate the features, such as the good user interface, and the pot roast recipe is a simple winner.
"...The ease of use, time savings and quality of the items prepared are amazing, its super easy to use and easy to clean...." Read more
"...Pot also makes great roasts...." Read more
"...Compared to the regular 8-quart model, it is so much easier to brown large batches of meat for things like chili...." Read more
"...Ultra 6 Qt is the same size as our old Instant Pot and the inner pots are interchangeable which works out well for us...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the pressure cooker. They mention that it is fairly user friendly, has easy settings, and gives them some of that same convenience. They also appreciate how the controls have been simplified and find the product to be versatile and fun to use.
"...The ease of use, time savings and quality of the items prepared are amazing, its super easy to use and easy to clean...." Read more
"...Lovely unit. Easy to use. Easy to clean. Wish cord was about a foot longer or plug cord was at back or left side rather than right side...." Read more
"...models thanks to the digital screen, but I found it to be pretty easy to figure out based on using previous IPs...." Read more
"...What I like about this is that it gives me some of that same convenience. I don't have to remember to thaw meat...." Read more
Customers like the speed of the pressure cooker. They say it's easy to use, and it' s so much faster in cooking time. Customers also say that the response was very fast and efficient, and they love the time that it saves. They also mention that the pressure cooking system cuts cook times dramatically, and that it makes cooking easier and faster.
"...The ease of use, time savings and quality of the items prepared are amazing, its super easy to use and easy to clean...." Read more
"...This pot can Saute, Slow Cook, Steam, Yogurt, Pressure Cook and more...." Read more
"...The Instant Pot has changed all that. The pressure cooking system cuts cook times dramatically...." Read more
"...I can do the old fashioned way but it's somewhat more of a streamline time saving method. I usually like the results and enjoy using it." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the taste of the pressure cooker. They mention that the meals they have had were delicious and perfect, and that the product helps illuminate the flavor of the ingredients. It saves original flavors and vitamins, and it makes great french fries. It's also great for soups, stews, and whatever you can imagine. Customers find it to be a real pleasure to use and say that it makes cooking a pleasure.
"...The food you can cook is that good.I have been cooking in this Instant Pot every day since I received it; sometimes twice a day...." Read more
"...You can prepare an entire meal in minutes with one tool and the flavors are amazing...." Read more
"I made beef stew. Took no time and it was delicious." Read more
"...With this machine I really don't have that problem. Food comes out looking and tasting fantastic! No kidding!..." Read more
Customers like the ease of cleaning the pressure cooker. They say it is easy to clean, saves them from dirtying an extra pan, and is dishwasher safe. They also appreciate the fact that it can sterilize empty jars and lids and substitute for a canning kettle.
"...of the items prepared are amazing, its super easy to use and easy to clean...." Read more
"...Lovely unit. Easy to use. Easy to clean. Wish cord was about a foot longer or plug cord was at back or left side rather than right side...." Read more
"...but it can sterilize empty jars and lids, and then substitute for a canning kettle waterbath for..." Read more
"...This saves me from dirtying an extra pan. I probably use this appliance 2 to 3 times a week. I didn't get one with the air fryer lid...." Read more
Customers like the value of the pressure cooker. They mention that the price is well worth the investment, the accessories are inexpensive, and it is an excellent investment for the home kitchen. The additional features and build quality are great, and the product arrived in a timely manner.
"...It is worth every penny and not worth trying to save a few bucks going into the Duo model...." Read more
"...It is worth the price...." Read more
"...However, it is not at all worth the extra money, compared to the Ultra. I like it ok, but I don’t love it...." Read more
"...It's worth the extra $$.The electronic controls are easy to read and the programming is very intuitive...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature of the pressure cooker. Some mention that the bottom of the pan is consistent, it has a temp inside the canner so you can see that it's hot enough to kill germs, and the Ultra function allows you to set an exact temperature. However, some say that the temperature is not dead on with their regular electronic thermometers, it Suddenly start heating up in the middle of night, and that the high setting for the saute mode is often too hot and some things will burn.
"...Unit gets hot. Do not move unit when full. Inside of metal liner can discolor. ( mine spotted a little in the bottom)" Read more
"...3 pounds of chicken breast on the bone in less than 8 minutes, it was moist and tender, and the bones remained soft enough to give them to my dog -..." Read more
"...says it's going to cook for 22 minutes, it appears that it preheats for >45 minutes before it starts cooking, and then cooks for approximately..." Read more
"...You can fully cook frozen chicken breasts in 12 minutes. You can fully cook dried beans and peas in 10-30 minutes with no soaking...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the pressure pump. Some mention it is nice to have the increased pressure option, even though they don't use it for canning. They appreciate that it can set it for low pressure and just one or two minutes cooking. However, others say that both units just preheated, never got any pressure built, and it takes a while to get to pressure. They also dislike the electronic pressure release and advise getting the Ultra.
"...a couple of months and used about 10 times, I can say pressure cooking is the real deal. You can fully cook frozen chicken breasts in 12 minutes...." Read more
"...I'm looking forward to using it for water-bath canning (the pressure is not high enough for true pressure canning, you need the Instant Pot Max for..." Read more
"...all the easy settings on this one vs the Ultra and how it self seals the pressure without having to turn the dial and also how you just push one..." Read more
"...It is nice that you can set it for low pressure and just one or two minutes cooking time.Great device - I love it !" Read more
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The ease of use, time savings and quality of the items prepared are amazing, its super easy to use and easy to clean. I recommend this to everyone I know and many have purchased one and love theirs just as we do.
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023
The ease of use, time savings and quality of the items prepared are amazing, its super easy to use and easy to clean. I recommend this to everyone I know and many have purchased one and love theirs just as we do.
Do recommend getting an extra set of gaskets and use a dedicated one for each thing you use it for.
To decarb and/or infuse into oil: two clean new or fairly new wide mouth pint canning jars with good lids and rings (no rust). Good grade coconut oil, 2 to 4 cups. Jar lifter of some kind. Jar cooling rack. Metal French press.
Prepare herb, take out twigs and stems, break up buds. Don’t have to grind but get to small pea sized. Put 15 grams (half ounce) in each jar. Add 1-2 cups oil to each jar. Leave at least an inch of space at the top. Jus barely finger tight the lid and ring. Enough that u I t is closed or just a bit more. Put the wire liner/ lifter piece in pot. Put both jars in. Fill pot to 1/2 line with room or tap temperature water. Blot off top of jar lids. Seal pot. On ‘pressure cook’ set 50 minutes and high. Start pot cycle. Let coast 20 minutes (shorten a little if you want). Depressurize and lift jars to rack. 20-60 minutes or cool enough that you can handle the jars. Open jar and dump into French press. Use spatula to scrape the oil into press. Wipe off and reuse jar or get the amber jars or bottles out. Press the oil and herb and pour into jar. Keep pressing and wait-there’s a lot of drips in there. Return should be at least 7 ounces per cup of oil used. Repeat with other jar.
You can use less herb, this gives a nice strong oil that doesn’t need a large dose ( 5 ml or less). Two jars have to be processed at once to prevent floating. Fill second with 3/4 full of water if only doing one jar. To straight decarb herb, add a CLEAN quartz rock (don’t use fancy crystals) smaller than a medium egg or golf ball to add weight to jar so it doesn’t float. Process through cycle, remove jar or jars to cooling rack. Transfer dry decarbed herb to storage. Decarb dry about one ounce per jar.
Jars can break. If jar breaks your lose the herb-fine glass shard contamination. With herb going up to $15 a gram it can get expensive to have a jar blow. How to above has worked-it’s basically pressure canning. I’ve lost jars.
Can be used to make CBD oil for self use IF one can get legally grown material.
Pot also makes great roasts. Self experience for beef is meat setting, high pressure, 15 minutes per pound and depressurize after 5 minutes cooling and remove roast to sit. Let sit 5-10 minutes, slice and serve.
Get gasket out of lid as soon as possible and clean, clean vent area inside lid ASAP to keep gunk from building up. (especially with meat)
Lovely unit. Easy to use. Easy to clean. Wish cord was about a foot longer or plug cord was at back or left side rather than right side. BEWARE where the exhaust steam vent is pointed. It is a rather long and forceful stream-almost nailed my live spice herb plants in the window with it the first time it was used. Unit gets hot. Do not move unit when full. Inside of metal liner can discolor. ( mine spotted a little in the bottom)
It doesn't take more than a couple minutes to get to full pressure and start the cooktime, and the steam release button works very rapidly.
Though i haven't yet decided on what accessory set[s] to buy, I know at least I want a springform pan: I kluged a form to make a cheesecake in this device, as it is the easiest bain marie, and I was amazed to find it came out really well (it looked pretty wobbly right out of the pot, but it firmed up nicely in the refrigerator). I have cooked 3 pounds of chicken breast on the bone in less than 8 minutes, it was moist and tender, and the bones remained soft enough to give them to my dog - he's a terrier who gnaws everything to dust and doesn't gulp his food, but I don't give him bones from roast chicken, only boiled. Because pressure cooking uses less water than regular boiling, more of the flavor stays in the meat. I also cooked a big pork chop on the bone for 3 minutes after browning it a bit (using the saute setting, then adding water and sealing) and it was nicely tender despite being not a bit pink inside (i used a salty solution rather than plain water). I have yet to make yogurt, but i used the yogurt setting to foster a rapid ferment of fruit wine (found IP instructions on the internet) that turned out great (alternate between venting and not venting the developing CO2); I'm thinking it might also work for other ferments that a low heat promotes, such as kimchi, sauerkraut, tofu misozuke, etc -- i'm not into kombucha but maybe it would work for that too. I'm looking forward to using it for water-bath canning (the pressure is not high enough for true pressure canning, you need the Instant Pot Max for that), but it can sterilize empty jars and lids, and then substitute for a canning kettle waterbath for jams and pickles. Maybe the 8qt is a better choice if you do *a lot* of canning jams, fruit, pickles and sauerkraut (high acid foods don't need pressure canning), but for the amount I do the 6qt will suffice, and it takes up enough room on the counter, I can't imagine how big the 8qt's footprint is.
I'm also looking forward to doing beans in it in a much shorter timeframe than with a slowcooker (tho there is also a slowcooker setting on this pot), because dry beans are cheaper but previously took a lot of planning to use. Now if I want to make sweet red bean baste steambuns, I can do it all in one day without a pot on the stove to watch. i'm notorious for getting distracted and burning pots with beans or rice on the stove, that's why I bought a ricecooker and a crockpot -- both of which can now be retired, since the Instant Pot also did 2 cups of a wild and brown rice mixture, normally at least a 40-minute project in the rice cooker and inevitably if the wild rice is fully softened, the brown rice kernels have exploded, but if the brown rice is done perfectly the wild rice is still a bit too tough... in the IP they *both* came out perfectly cooked, in just 25 minutes, with only 2 cups of stock to 2 cups of dry rice!
This has quickly become my favorite kitchen gadget, especially in the hot summer when I don't want to turn the oven or even rangetop on. The Instant Pot contains virtually all its heat until you release the pressure, and even then it's not nearly as warming of the kitchen as traditional cooking, and its easy to just position it right under the ceiling vent so the steam rises up and out of the house!
It doesn't do everything, of course -- you'll never make a pizza, a baguette, or a crackly-skin roast bird in an Instant Pot -- but there is so much it does, in such a short time. I doubted I would ever buy one when I first heard about them, but I'm sold now. I might even get a mini to have for smaller meals, just so I use less electricity.
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El producto un 10 el servicio de entrega no tanto.
Tiene pantalla touch agradable y sencilla, asi que me parece buen detalle
No tiene tantas opciones como la ULTRA, asi que se tienen que saber los tiempos o calcularle, la Ultra por ejemplo tiene ya las opciones predefinidas para varios tipos de cocción sin tener que calcular.
Esta MAX trae su propia hoja dentro del paquete que indica los tiempos de cocción de diferentes productos los cuales he comprobado algunos y realmente estan fuera de la realidad, un ejemplo son los frijoles negros, los tiene que se cocen en un tiempo de D: 16 a 20 mins o S: 5 a 7 mins y realmente tarda como 50 mins como minimo... asi que solo es cuestion de calculo.
Lo negativo si es que se puede considerar asi:
- El pitido de final de cocción es muy bajo me gustaria que se pudiera regular el sonido.
- No es Wifi
De lo demas es una olla excelente.
Instant Pot Ultra has perfectly answered my needs - it has manual pressure release, customized options and looks beautiful. By the way, the far from being pretty appearance of the previous Instant Pot versions stopped me from buying it.
The reasons I have given my choice to Ultra version are:
- Fully customizable Ultra program - I choose everything according to my needs: pressure, non-pressure cooking, temperature, "keep warm" on/off, time and delayed start.
- Modern and sleek appearance: LCD display and central dial (it's similar to T-Fal Cook4me pressure cooker).
- Pressure release knob - I can control pressure release and safely speed the process up, without covering the countertop with liquids.
- On-the-go setting adjustments.
- Ultra remembers my last customization.
So far I have used Ultra to cook chicken broth, soups, oatmeal, vegetables, cereals, pork, beef and ribs.
So far, the best results I have achieved while using customized features (Ultra).
The oatmeal program didn't work for me at all, for it was saying that oatmeal "burns," and required more water than I'd wish to, so now I'm using customized non-pressure program applied through Ultra option.
The given opportunity to prepare a nice, hearty soup in no-time added a variety of dishes to our winter meals rotation.
A word about accessories.
The steam rack that comes with Ultra is not convenient, so I'm using T-Fal Cook4me steaming basket, that perfectly fits and does a great job.
Also, T-Fal Cook4me has an original ceramic coated non-stick pot, and its quality is superb, real-deal non-stick cookware, amazingly easy to clean, durable and proved itself over time.
When I purchased Instant Pot Ultra, I wanted to get a similar ceramic-coated pot for IP as well, so I bought it, but was disappointed right out of the box for its cheap quality is so evident. The ceramic-coated pot's internal surface is somewhat grainy and had a couple of tiny sharp bumps.
I have returned the product, for it doesn't meet the standards of ceramic-coated cookware according to my experience.
Reviewed in Canada on January 4, 2019
Instant Pot Ultra has perfectly answered my needs - it has manual pressure release, customized options and looks beautiful. By the way, the far from being pretty appearance of the previous Instant Pot versions stopped me from buying it.
The reasons I have given my choice to Ultra version are:
- Fully customizable Ultra program - I choose everything according to my needs: pressure, non-pressure cooking, temperature, "keep warm" on/off, time and delayed start.
- Modern and sleek appearance: LCD display and central dial (it's similar to T-Fal Cook4me pressure cooker).
- Pressure release knob - I can control pressure release and safely speed the process up, without covering the countertop with liquids.
- On-the-go setting adjustments.
- Ultra remembers my last customization.
So far I have used Ultra to cook chicken broth, soups, oatmeal, vegetables, cereals, pork, beef and ribs.
So far, the best results I have achieved while using customized features (Ultra).
The oatmeal program didn't work for me at all, for it was saying that oatmeal "burns," and required more water than I'd wish to, so now I'm using customized non-pressure program applied through Ultra option.
The given opportunity to prepare a nice, hearty soup in no-time added a variety of dishes to our winter meals rotation.
A word about accessories.
The steam rack that comes with Ultra is not convenient, so I'm using T-Fal Cook4me steaming basket, that perfectly fits and does a great job.
Also, T-Fal Cook4me has an original ceramic coated non-stick pot, and its quality is superb, real-deal non-stick cookware, amazingly easy to clean, durable and proved itself over time.
When I purchased Instant Pot Ultra, I wanted to get a similar ceramic-coated pot for IP as well, so I bought it, but was disappointed right out of the box for its cheap quality is so evident. The ceramic-coated pot's internal surface is somewhat grainy and had a couple of tiny sharp bumps.
I have returned the product, for it doesn't meet the standards of ceramic-coated cookware according to my experience.
I have not tried all the settings, the one I did try and did NOT like was the slow cook setting. Totally useless.
I mostly use the setting to seer/brown the meat and the pressure cook. Works to perfection.
I have been around and used pressure cookers all my life. While personally I do prefer the pot style. There is something nice to setting the timer and walking away.
After using for months and not liking the smell of the food I had cooked in the Instantpot permeating the lid. I found out you can immerse the whole lid in water. Game changer.
The stainless steel liner I have used for other jobs around the kitchen. It has come in handy.
There is a small overflow/steam container on the back. Needs to be washed occasionally.
Doing boiled eggs in the Instantpot is the best way and so fast.
The whole pot and accessories are so easy to wipe down, wash and keep clean. Everything fits inside for tidy easy storage.
While the air fryer is the hot new kitchen appliance right now. The Instantpot is easily right with it. Making a stew one day in the Instantpot then warming it all week in the air fryer. Can’t go wrong.
I personally recommend the Instantpot. Except for the slow cooker setting, I have not found any other issues.