Instant Pot Vortex Plus
Score: 81/100
Ninja Prestige Smart XL DT551
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Instant Vortex Plus 4QT offers six versatile cooking functions in a compact, stainless-steel package with dishwasher-safe accessories. Its small capacity and single-basket design limit batch cooking for larger families. Best suited for couples or small households needing a space-saving, multi-function air fryer.
The Ninja Prestige Smart XL offers a 10-in-1 cooking experience with a massive 2.67 cu ft (22 qt) capacity, rapid 90-second preheat, and integrated Pro Cook thermometer for precise results. Its heavyweight, short power cord, and lack of smart connectivity are notable drawbacks. Best suited for large families or households that need a high-capacity, versatile countertop oven.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3.8 L | 20.8 Lbest | |
1,600 W | 1,800 Wbest | |
205 °Cbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.082 kgbest | 15.25 kg |
6 | 10best | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 1.5 minbest |
1 yrbest | 1 yrbest |
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Power(1) | ||
Power Wattage (W) | 1600 W | 1800 W |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Cooking Functions | 6 | 10 |
Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | Touchscreen | Button/digital display |
Design & Build(2) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 4.082 kg | 15.25 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 28.0×33.2×25.9 cm cm | 33.9 x 51.4 x 43.4 cm cm |
General(1) | ||
Food Capacity (L) | 3.8 L | 20.8 L |
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Professional reviewers describe the Instant Pot Vortex Plus 4QT as a powerful yet compact solution that delivers quick, even heating thanks to its 1,500-1,600 W output. They commend its six cooking functions for providing versatility that replaces several kitchen appliances, and they appreciate the touchscreen interface and dishwasher-safe non-stick basket as convenient, quality-of-life features. However, they note the limited 4-quart capacity and single-basket design as drawbacks for larger households, and they point out the lack of induction compatibility as a minor limitation.
Everyday users consistently highlight the appliance's ease of use, compact size, and reliable cooking results, especially for frozen appetizers and single-portion meals. The most common complaints revolve around the small 4-quart capacity, which forces sequential cooking for larger meals or multiple items, and the single-basket design that slows down multi-item preparation.
Professional reviewers praise the Ninja Prestige for its 10-in-1 versatility, large 2.67 cu ft capacity, rapid 90-second preheat, Smart Surround Convection, and integrated thermometer, positioning it as a premium countertop oven for families.
