Instant Pot Duo Plus
Score: 81/100
Ninja PossibleCooker PLUS
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-qt combines nine cooking functions with WhisperQuiet steam release and 25 smart programs, offering quiet, fast, and versatile cooking. Its large size, heavy weight, and plastic lid reduce its premium feel. Perfect for families and apartment dwellers who prioritize quiet operation and extensive functionality.
The Ninja PossibleCooker PLUS is an 8.5-quart 12-in-1 multi-cooker that combines slow-cooking with sous-vide, proofing, and oven-safe capabilities. Its extensive functions and high wattage make it powerful but also heavy and complex to master. Best suited for families and meal-preppers who want an all-in-one appliance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 qt | 8.5 qtbest | |
1,000 W | 1,200 Wbest | |
— | 260 °Cbest | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
— | 12best | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.58 lbbest | 14.9 lb |
| ↓ lower better | 12.76 in | 10.59 inbest |
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Capacity & Servings(1) | ||
Capacity (qt) | 6 qt | 8.5 qt |
Features(1) | ||
Cooking Modes | pressure cook; slow cook; rice cooker; yogurt maker; steamer; sauté; sterilizer; food warmer | 12-in-1 |
Power(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1000 W | 1200 W |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Inner Pot Material | stainless steel | Nonstick |
Lid Material | plastic | Tempered glass |
Weight (lb) | 5.58 lb | 14.9 lb |
Dimensions(3) | ||
Height (in) | 12.76 in | 10.59 in |
Width (in) | 13.35 in | 12.64 in |
Depth (in) | 13.42 in | 18.0 in |
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Professional reviewers commend the Duo Plus for its WhisperQuiet steam release that stays under 75 dB, its rapid cooking speed that can be up to 70 % faster than conventional methods, and its extensive suite of 25 smart programs covering nine cooking functions. They also appreciate the anti-spin stainless-steel pot and the inclusion of extra accessories, while noting the unit's bulk and weight, the less premium feel of the all-plastic lid, and some inconsistency in the minimum liquid requirement as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the quiet operation, fast cooking for family meals, and the ease of cleanup thanks to dishwasher-safe parts. The step-by-step guides and versatile cooking modes receive frequent praise. Common complaints revolve around the heavy weight, large footprint, and concerns about the durability of the plastic lid and base, as well as the minimum liquid volume needed for certain recipes.
Choose Ninja for larger volume cooking, sous vide, and oven-safe finishing; choose Instant Pot for compactness and simplicity.
Professional reviewers and editors consistently praise the Ninja PossibleCooker PLUS for its rapid Triple Fusion Heat® cooking, large oven-safe 8.5-qt pot and the breadth of functions-including sous vide and proof-that replace a kitchen full of separate appliances. They highlight its suitability for families and entertainers, while noting the unit's heft and the need for recipe adjustments as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, emphasizing the convenience of cooking massive batches, the even fast heating, and the built-in spoon-ladle that eases stirring and cleanup. Common complaints focus on having to tweak recipes (extra liquid, earlier checks) and the appliance's weight, but overall sentiment is positive for those who need volume cooking.
