Instead, once you program the Instant Pot, it automatically starts after a few seconds. Some other models such as Ultra, Duo Evo Plus, and Max require you to press Start after programming the Instant Pot. If you’ve had experiences, like I, with stovetop pressure cooker mishaps in the past, fear no more.
Consequently, milder recipes might pick up some of the odor/flavors if you use the same sealing ring. Therefore, it’s ideal for getting extra sealing ring(s) for different tastes (mild and strong). Soup/Broth, Meat/Stew, Bean/Chili, Poultry, Slow Cook similar to what you’d experience in a top-ranked slow cooker, Saute, Rice, Multigrain, Porridge, Steam, Yogurt, Pressure Cook. Unlike other Instant Pots, it has a simple control panel, with the standard program buttons and a blue-lit, LED screen. Programs range from Slow Cook and Saute to Poultry and Pressure Cook. Handy functions, such as Pressure Level, Keep Warm, Delay Start, and Cancel are in the center.
The Instant Pot Duo does not have these features and instead relies on more traditional, manual seals. One of the Instant Pot Duo’s biggest advantages is just how easy it is to use. For many people, cooking can be an overwhelming, time-consuming, and generally unrewarding process. An Instant Pot can help you fall in love with cooking again, by ensuring your food is quick, easy, and most importantly, delicious. Even though the Duo Nova is more expensive, the price difference isn’t that stark.
She has been reviewing small appliances, including blenders, juicers, and multi-cookers, for more than 8 years, and also upholsters furniture when she’s not testing the latest food tech gadgets. There are a few ways you can release pressure once the Instant Pot Duo Nova has finished pressure cooking. The Nova pressure cooker create a closed environment where steam builds up in a tightly sealed pot. This, in turn, causes the internal temperature to rise and pressure to increase. Your hand doesn’t get in the way of the steam so no need to worry about getting a steam burn. You still should be careful of the steam when it’s being released.
When one appliance can do so many things, it also nixes the need to buy and find storage for separate kitchen devices, like an egg or rice cooker. Instant Pot designs each of its electric pressure cookers to be convenient, safe, and dependable. As with each Instant Pot, they are mostly the same with slight variations that might make you choose one version over the other. Let’s take a look at the new moosoo air fryer, now available in four sizes.
They’re not overly expensive but they’re not cheap either, so it’s definitely a benefit to have an extra one included in the package. The Duo Nova also comes with extra accessories, some of which aren’t included with the standard Duo. You can expect the usual measuring cup, paddle spoon, and ladle, but Instant Pot throws in an extra sealing ring with the Duo Nova. Just like the Duo, the Duo Nova is incredibly easy to use once you get the hang of it.
Please note this product is out of stock in store but available for Pre-order. The Viva has also offered the stainless steel body in several colors. These colorful editions appear to be getting phased out, so stock will be limited. In all other respects, it functions very similarly to the Duo Plus.
For information on what to look for in a multi-cooker, see our multi-cooker buying guide. It has a range of pre-programmed menus to help get you started but also has a manual setting allowing you to adjust the temperature and time yourself. There’s been a lot of hype around the Instant Pot brand so we put the Instant Pot Duo Nova to the test to see how it fares against the other multi-cookers we’ve tested. From dough proofing to searing, the new Instant Precision Dutch Oven simplifies intricate recipes that typically require a careful eye.
The Instant Pot Duo SV is another Costco-exclusive Instant Pot model. It has been replaced by the Duo Gourmet and is in the process of being phased out. The Instant Pot Duo’s exterior is has been available in mint, white, and coral. You can also get the Duo in the exclusive Pioneer Woman floral design and in black or red stainless steel through Walmart.
The steam rack provided isn’t great for this purpose and some of the broccoli pieces fell through the gaps. Preheating took five minutes and after the four minute cook time we used the quick release pressure button so that we could get the broccoli out immediately. Some of the larger florets had a good texture but the smaller ones were overcooked. The slight improvements in design and functionality also make this version better suited to everyday needs. Meanwhile, the Instant Pot Duo still offers myriad benefits and uses in its own right while being among the least expensive electric pressure cookers on the market. Every Instant Pot has different cooking programs, but you can typically expect to see features such as a slow cooker, rice cooker, yogurt maker, and more.