There are more and more smart pots on the market that can pressure cook, fry, stew and even make yogurt. Moreover, these devices take care of themselves time and temperatureand some can even be controlled by phone. We decided to take a look at three popular models in different price ranges and see what they can do.
Instant Pot Duo 6 – good and quite cheap?
In the Ceneo store you will find Instant Pot Duo 6 w price PLN 449 This is one of the cheaper models, but this does not mean any compromise in quality. Made of stainless steel, with a three-layer bottom, it offers high power of 1000 W and a capacity of 6 liters, which is enough to prepare meals for even a family of 6.
It has 13 intelligent cooking programs and 7 basic functions. We can pressure cook in it (which speeds up the process by 70%), prepare rice, slow cook, make yogurt, steam, bake and heat.
A higher-end proposition, i.e. Ninja Foodi SmartLid
Media Expert offers Ninja Foodi SmartLid OL750EU for PLN 1,499. This is a higher shelf, but functionality fully justifies the price. The pot has a capacity of 7.5 liters and an impressive power of 1760W. The manufacturer has equipped it with a special non-stick coating, thanks to which food does not stick to the bottom and cleaning is very easy.
It deserves special attention rich set of accessories – we get a baking pan, a grate, a pot, a basket for fries and a meat thermometer. The device has as many as fourteen automatic programs and three operating modes: pressure cooking, air frying and steaming. Control is facilitated by a clear touch screen, and all elements are dishwasher safe.
One of the more expensive, but also the most advanced equipment
RTV Euro AGD offers the most advanced model – Tefal Cook4me Touch. It is equipped with a Wi-Fi module and can be controlled via an application. A six-liter capacity and 1600W power are just the beginning of the capabilities of this equipment.
Users praise primarily the database of over 1,000 recipes (of which 100 are dishes that can be prepared in 10 minutes) and the intuitive interface. The device guides us step by step through the entire food preparation processand thanks to the pressure cooking option, we can prepare meals up to 6 times faster than traditional methods. After purchasing an additional Extra Crispy Lid cover for about PLN 400, the pot turns into a fat-free fryer.