Instant Pot Pro 6-Quart Electric Pressure Cooker, 10-in-1 Slow Cooker, Rice/Grain Cooker, Steamer, Sauté, Sous Vide, Yogurt Maker, Sterilizer and Warmer

After owning two other Instant Pots (6qt Duo Evo Plus and the 6qt Duo 7-in-1), I can confidently say that the Instant Pot® Pro™ 8QT Multi-Use Pressure Cooker is a huge upgrade. It keeps everything I loved about the earlier models but improves on nearly every detail. The larger 8QT capacity is a game-changer for my family of six, including two teens who seem to be hungry all the time. I can finally cook generous portions with enough left over for another meal. This is by far the best Instant Pot I've owned. Compared to the previous models, the Pro feels more powerful, more intuitive, and noticeably faster, especially with its quick pre-heating. The "Favorites" feature is one of my favorite upgrades. I make a lot of pot pie fillings in the Instant Pot, and being able to save custom cooking times and temperatures has made my results consistently perfect every time. The performance itself is also improved, as it cooks evenly and doesn't burn food, even during longer cooking cycles. The versatility stands out immediately. I used the included steamer rack to make perfectly boiled eggs, something I've never been able to pull off so well in a pressure cooker before. Its even cooking and reliability mean I can set it, walk away, and trust it to do the job without scorching anything. The large size is ideal for big families or meal prep, and the ability to have enough leftovers is a huge plus for busy weekdays.

I am used to manual pressure cookers like the ones I grew up with. I am glad I have this one now, it's super simple to use and great for quick or quicker meals. It's so easy to use that the first few times, I thought I was using the machine wrong. Since a lot of people use Instant pots, finding recipes and how-tos online is fast, and you can set it up quickly.