Brand | Instant Pot |
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Model Number | 140-3090-01 |
Colour | Black |
Product Dimensions | 45.21 x 45.21 x 39.12 cm; 7.45 kg |
Capacity | 8 quarts |
Power/Wattage | 1700 watts |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Material | Plastic |
Special Features | Programmable |
Item Weight | 7.45 kg |
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Instant Vortex Plus XL 8-quart Dual Basket Air Fryer Oven, From the Makers of Instant Pot, 2 Independent Frying Baskets, ClearCook Windows, Dishwasher-Safe Baskets, App with over 100 Recipes
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Special feature | Programmable |
Product Dimensions | 45.2D x 45.2W x 39.1H Centimetres |
Colour | Black |
Capacity | 8 quarts |
Material | Plastic |
About this item
- 8-in-1 functionality: air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, dehydrate, synccook and syncfinish
- Watch your food cook: clearcook windows and internal light to easily monitor cooking progress without opening the baskets note: this product contains ptfe
- Dual baskets: save time and eliminate back-to-back cooking like a traditional single-basket air fryer dual baskets allows you to cook 2 meals/appetizers, 2 different ways or larger batches
- Synchronized cooking: synccook lets you cook both baskets with the same cooking settings; syncfinish lets you program baskets with 2 different settings to automatically finish at the same time
- Evencrisp technology: advanced technology that drives air flow from top down for a perfect golden finish and crispy, tender results every time
- One-touch smart programs: customizable programs for one-touch wings, roasted veggies, garlicky potatoes, cookies, cinnamon buns and more
- Fast preheating: little to no preheating time, from frozen to golden in minutes create gourmet meals with the versatility of a temperature range of 95 to 400° f
- Discover amazing recipes: download our free instant pot app, so you can create quick new favorites and prepare delicious meals, available ios and android
- Easy clean-up: non-stick, dishwasher safe air fry baskets and trays
- Safety features: built-in safety features like overheat protection, auto-off and more to keep your mind at ease
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This Instant™ Vortex™ Plus has a ton of useful features, but top of the list has to be the ClearCook window. The see-through window works with a perfectly placed light inside so you can check on cooking progress without opening the basket. The dual baskets mean you can cook double up cooking, or cook two separate foods at the same time. SyncCook and SyncFinish automatically match settings for cooking or match the finish time between the two baskets. The EvenCrisp™ air flow technology delivers crispy, tender results every time with 95% less oil. 6 cooking programs give you one-touch access to easy recipes, but let you customize for yourself. And because the cooking basket and cooking trays are non-stick and dishwasher safe, clean-up is a snap.
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ASIN | B09K6MK5VN |
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4.5 out of 5 stars |
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Date First Available | Oct. 24 2021 |
Manufacturer | Instant Pot |
Place of Business | OTTAWA, ON, K2M 2E9 CA |
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capacity | 8 quarts | 6 liters | 9 liters | 6 quarts | 11 liters | 6 quarts |
material | Plastic | Plastic | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Stainless Steel | Metal, Plastic | Stainless Steel | Aluminum |
max. temperature | 400 degrees fahrenheit | 400 degrees fahrenheit | 200 degrees celsius | 450 degrees fahrenheit | — | 500 degrees fahrenheit |
minimum temperature | 95 degrees fahrenheit | 95 degrees fahrenheit | 60 degrees celsius | 90 degrees fahrenheit | — | — |
dishwasher safe | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
has non-stick coating | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
inner material | Metal | Not Obtainable | Stainless Steel | Nonstick Coated Metal/Plastic | Stainless Steel | Aluminum |
model name | Vortex | Vortex | RA930DSV | CAF-DC601 | T-fal Dual Easy Fry XXL Air Fryer 7-in-1, with 2 Baskets, 11 .6 QT | DZ090C |
wattage | 1700 watts | 1700 watts | 2400 watts | 1725 watts | — | 1690 watts |
weight | 16.42 pounds | 11.35 pounds | — | — | 17.92 pounds | 15.36 pounds |
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Customers like the performance, ease of use, and appearance of the air fryer. They mention it's good for air frying different things at the same time, has a nice design, and is easy to clean. Customers also appreciate the build quality, flavor control, and value for money.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the air fryer. They mention it works fantastic, is good for air frying different things at the same time, and everything cooks evenly.
"...Plus, the variety of functions – air fry, bake, roast, reheat, and dehydrate – make it a versatile appliance that replaces multiple tools in the..." Read more
"This is a great air fryer use it almost everyday duel baskets great does your whole meal throw food in sync cook bang all done at same time" Read more
"Very easy to use, high quality, food comes out fabulous! Def use the Instant brand for airfryers as they are not all created equal! Love this product!" Read more
"This is a great dual air fryer….I initially bought the Ninja dual, but found it lacking in that I prefer having a mid-turn reminder and clear..." Read more
Customers find the air fryer extremely easy to use. They mention the two baskets are ideal when cooking.
"...If you're looking for an efficient, easy-to-use air fryer that delivers great-tasting results, the Instant Vortex Plus XL is a top choice!..." Read more
"This has changed how I cook most weeknights. Super easy, nutritious meals for my family and cleanup in minutes. So glad I chose this product." Read more
"Very easy to use, high quality, food comes out fabulous! Def use the Instant brand for airfryers as they are not all created equal! Love this product!" Read more
"This air fryer is extremely easy to use, two baskets are ideal when cooking different foods at different temps." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the air fryer. They mention it's a nice machine, has good capacities, and is easy to clean.
"...This air fryer is just so awesome and easy to use...." Read more
"...The interior light is great. Nice sleek looking machine too." Read more
"THIS UNIT LOOKS EXCELLENT ON THE COUNTER AND WORKS AMAZING. WONDER WHY WE DID NOT BUY ONE YEARS AGO...." Read more
"...Other than that it's a nice unit, good menus, nice design etc. I just think the overall materials used could have been much better...." Read more
Customers like the ease of cleaning of the air fryer. They mention it's very easy to clean and the functionality is appropriate and touchscreen.
"...Cleanup is also a breeze; the non-stick baskets are easy to wash by hand or in the dishwasher...." Read more
"...Super easy, nutritious meals for my family and cleanup in minutes. So glad I chose this product." Read more
"...It heats up fast, never smokes, is clean and very easy to use. And the best part is how simple it is to clean after using!..." Read more
"...Cleaning was generally ok but with the screws inside because of the window those aren’t cool, think there would be a more seamless way for that..." Read more
Customers like the build quality of the air fryer. They mention it's easy to use, has not a single cosmetic imperfection, and works absolutely perfect.
"Very easy to use, high quality, food comes out fabulous! Def use the Instant brand for airfryers as they are not all created equal! Love this product!" Read more
"...The build quality is also great. Some air fryers I've used before feel a bit cheap, this one is not luxury but it's definitely above average." Read more
"The handle broke , I’m not happy with this air fryer , now only one side is working" Read more
"...this air fryer has never been used, it is brand new, has not a single cosmetic imperfection, it works absolutely perfect and it was way less money..." Read more
Customers like the flavor control of the air fryer. They mention it allows them to cook two different foods at once without flavors mixing. Customers also say the food is crispy and not greasy.
"...'re looking for an efficient, easy-to-use air fryer that delivers great-tasting results, the Instant Vortex Plus XL is a top choice!..." Read more
"...We separate meats and veggies and both have no crossover in spicing or flavour (one house member vegetarian)...." Read more
"...ONLINE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOKING AND PLEASENTLY SUPRIZED HOW GREAT THE FOOD TASTES . HIGHLY RECOMEND THIS UNIT!" Read more
"Food is crispy not greasy!!!!..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the air fryer. They mention it's well worth the money and worth having.
"OMG the fries or chicken are cooked to perfection! This thing is worth having, yes or yes!" Read more
"...cosmetic imperfection, it works absolutely perfect and it was way less money because the original box was ripped open and the product was a return...." Read more
"...Decided on Instant Vortex Dual Basket as the best choice. Quality over price has its rewards. Two Baskets that can be synced works great...." Read more
"...Was worth the money for me." Read more
Customers like the synch finish feature of the air fryer. They mention it's awesome and the interior light is great. They also love the sync end time feature. Customers also say the two baskets can be synced works great.
"...With its SyncCook and SyncFinish functions, both sides are ready at the same time, making it super convenient for preparing meals fast...." Read more
"...use it almost everyday duel baskets great does your whole meal throw food in sync cook bang all done at same time" Read more
"Love the sync end time feature. We separate meats and veggies and both have no crossover in spicing or flavour (one house member vegetarian)...." Read more
"...The synch finish feature is awesome. The interior light is great. Nice sleek looking machine too." Read more
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- Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2024Verified PurchaseThe Instant Vortex Plus XL 8-Quart Dual Basket Air Fryer Oven has completely transformed my cooking routine. The dual-basket design is a brilliant feature, allowing me to cook two different foods at once without flavors mixing. With its SyncCook and SyncFinish functions, both sides are ready at the same time, making it super convenient for preparing meals fast.
The 8-quart capacity is perfect for larger portions or family meals, yet it doesn't take up much counter space. From crispy fries to juicy chicken, everything cooks evenly and tastes fantastic without needing much oil. Plus, the variety of functions – air fry, bake, roast, reheat, and dehydrate – make it a versatile appliance that replaces multiple tools in the kitchen.
Cleanup is also a breeze; the non-stick baskets are easy to wash by hand or in the dishwasher. If you're looking for an efficient, easy-to-use air fryer that delivers great-tasting results, the Instant Vortex Plus XL is a top choice! Highly recommended for anyone wanting healthier meals without sacrificing flavor.
- Reviewed in Canada on April 6, 2025Verified PurchaseAwesome!
- Reviewed in Canada on March 11, 2025Verified PurchaseIm very disappointed the film that goes over the buttons is very unclear it should be directly on the machine, if i hadnt used it i would return it . Not satified
- Reviewed in Canada on December 28, 2024Verified PurchaseUse this appliance more than any other.
- Reviewed in Canada on January 27, 2025Verified PurchaseThis is a great air fryer use it almost everyday duel baskets great does your whole meal throw food in sync cook bang all done at same time
- Reviewed in Canada on January 23, 2025Verified PurchaseThis has changed how I cook most weeknights. Super easy, nutritious meals for my family and cleanup in minutes. So glad I chose this product.
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Reviewed in Canada on January 18, 2025Verified Purchasepour cuisiner cest le meilleur je le recommande a tout le monde
- Reviewed in Canada on December 6, 2023Verified PurchaseI own the Intant air fryer with the racks and door. Wanted to add this basket model. I was sooo excited. I did one cook cycle - 385 deg for 15 min to clean. Then put fresh cut potato wedges in basket 1 and cooked at 400 deg for 15 min. I tossed them at the ding, then went to see when they were done and found the glass shattered.
I wanted to exchange for a second one, but was too concerned about future issues especially if off warranty. So bought a different basket model with no glass.
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I own the Intant air fryer with the racks and door. Wanted to add this basket model. I was sooo excited. I did one cook cycle - 385 deg for 15 min to clean. Then put fresh cut potato wedges in basket 1 and cooked at 400 deg for 15 min. I tossed them at the ding, then went to see when they were done and found the glass shattered.
I wanted to exchange for a second one, but was too concerned about future issues especially if off warranty. So bought a different basket model with no glass.
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- Will Murray (Willscrlt)Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for individuals, couples, or small families
Verified PurchaseGenerally: Lower temperature by 25°F and set cooking time to 80% of the middle of the recommended cooking time for conventional oven instructions when cooking using air fryer mode. This usually gets you in the ballpark, but with a minute or two to go, you might have to stop it or add time. I've been using that method from the beginning, and it has served me well.
The two trays are perfect for cooking for one to four people. Beyond that, you would probably be better off buying a larger single basket air fryer or even two of you need dual options.
As you'd expect from Instant, the machine just works. I've only tried Air Fry, Bake, and Reheat modes. Looking forward to trying Roast, Broil, and Dehydrate. The synchronous cooking modes work generally speaking, but it seems a little kludgy. Even if you set the baskets to finish at the same time, they often don't. I'm only talking about a matter of seconds to maybe a minute apart, but it's annoying. It seems this is mostly caused by the preheating cycle taking different times, or if I leave one tray open longer than the other. I guess that's more of a user error though.
I have made the usual fries and chicken nuggets (beautifully cooked). I also baked a loaf of bread (frozen preprepared dough, thawed overnight, then baked) that came out delightfully brown and crackly on top but slightly undercooked in the middle (my first attempt, so it's probably me).
I love thawing frozen breakfast sandwiches and burritos in the microwave for a half their recommended cooking time, then throwing them in the cold air fryer, setting it for 3-5 minutes at 350-375°F, and letting them brown and crisp up. You can easily fit up to 4 using both baskets. They are so much better than in the microwave or toaster oven and so much quicker than baking.
I made a meatloaf from scratch, and it was the best I've ever made. It was one of the first things I made in it. I was worried about the food burning or getting stuck on. I did use a little cooking spray, and everything washed up with ease. The bacon and sauce had an amazing crispiness to it that I could never duplicate in an oven.
I've made a few frozen pizzas in it, to. First, while the air fryer is preheating, I score the frozen pizza in half with a pizza cutter, then I cut through the pizza and the cardboard with kitchen shears. When the oven is ready, using the cardboard, I slide one half into each tray. Freschetta Naturally Rising Crust is my favorite, but you have to fold the end of the pizza to get it to fit, and then it rises, making it tricky to get out. Other smaller pizzas for better and are easier to get out.
The trays and inserts are easy to hand-wash, and the trays HAVE to be hand-washed, but the air fryer inserts are dishwasher safe, and I've done that twice after cooking really messy dishes.
It does take up a large chunk of counter space, but since I use it pretty much every day, I don't mind. The back of the unit did put out quite a bit of hot air, so I don't keep anything heart sensitive nearby. It fits nicely under my cupboards. I usually keep a pair of tongs on top so I can quickly adjust food or grab things out when they are done.
I have it 5/5 stars in everything except for "easy to use". That one missing star is because it has so many options it can be confusing to learn, and the synchronous cooking either doesn't work quite right or is so confusing I can't get it right. Also, the beep tones are really quiet, and it's easy to miss the prompts to insert the food or turn it. If you're not in the kitchen, you'd better set your own timers to keep track. This is one case where a "smart" controller on my phone would be super handy to tell me when the oven is preheated, to add food (wait, I'm coming!), when to turn it (or tell it the food didn't need turning), and when it's done. That will probably come out in version 2.0 and add $50 to the price. 😁
It did have a funny smell at first, but it's gone away after a month of regular use. Cleanup is easy. Size is good for me for most things. I probably wouldn't try cooking a whole chicken in it, but 2 game hens would be perfect!
Overall, I really like this unit and recommend it for individuals, couples, and small families that like to cook multiple things at once. Do look for a good sale. I got it on Prime Day, and I'm happy. I might be less so if I'd paid full retail price due to the small size when I cook for friends or extended family.
Will Murray (Willscrlt)Great for individuals, couples, or small families
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2022
The two trays are perfect for cooking for one to four people. Beyond that, you would probably be better off buying a larger single basket air fryer or even two of you need dual options.
As you'd expect from Instant, the machine just works. I've only tried Air Fry, Bake, and Reheat modes. Looking forward to trying Roast, Broil, and Dehydrate. The synchronous cooking modes work generally speaking, but it seems a little kludgy. Even if you set the baskets to finish at the same time, they often don't. I'm only talking about a matter of seconds to maybe a minute apart, but it's annoying. It seems this is mostly caused by the preheating cycle taking different times, or if I leave one tray open longer than the other. I guess that's more of a user error though.
I have made the usual fries and chicken nuggets (beautifully cooked). I also baked a loaf of bread (frozen preprepared dough, thawed overnight, then baked) that came out delightfully brown and crackly on top but slightly undercooked in the middle (my first attempt, so it's probably me).
I love thawing frozen breakfast sandwiches and burritos in the microwave for a half their recommended cooking time, then throwing them in the cold air fryer, setting it for 3-5 minutes at 350-375°F, and letting them brown and crisp up. You can easily fit up to 4 using both baskets. They are so much better than in the microwave or toaster oven and so much quicker than baking.
I made a meatloaf from scratch, and it was the best I've ever made. It was one of the first things I made in it. I was worried about the food burning or getting stuck on. I did use a little cooking spray, and everything washed up with ease. The bacon and sauce had an amazing crispiness to it that I could never duplicate in an oven.
I've made a few frozen pizzas in it, to. First, while the air fryer is preheating, I score the frozen pizza in half with a pizza cutter, then I cut through the pizza and the cardboard with kitchen shears. When the oven is ready, using the cardboard, I slide one half into each tray. Freschetta Naturally Rising Crust is my favorite, but you have to fold the end of the pizza to get it to fit, and then it rises, making it tricky to get out. Other smaller pizzas for better and are easier to get out.
The trays and inserts are easy to hand-wash, and the trays HAVE to be hand-washed, but the air fryer inserts are dishwasher safe, and I've done that twice after cooking really messy dishes.
It does take up a large chunk of counter space, but since I use it pretty much every day, I don't mind. The back of the unit did put out quite a bit of hot air, so I don't keep anything heart sensitive nearby. It fits nicely under my cupboards. I usually keep a pair of tongs on top so I can quickly adjust food or grab things out when they are done.
I have it 5/5 stars in everything except for "easy to use". That one missing star is because it has so many options it can be confusing to learn, and the synchronous cooking either doesn't work quite right or is so confusing I can't get it right. Also, the beep tones are really quiet, and it's easy to miss the prompts to insert the food or turn it. If you're not in the kitchen, you'd better set your own timers to keep track. This is one case where a "smart" controller on my phone would be super handy to tell me when the oven is preheated, to add food (wait, I'm coming!), when to turn it (or tell it the food didn't need turning), and when it's done. That will probably come out in version 2.0 and add $50 to the price. 😁
It did have a funny smell at first, but it's gone away after a month of regular use. Cleanup is easy. Size is good for me for most things. I probably wouldn't try cooking a whole chicken in it, but 2 game hens would be perfect!
Overall, I really like this unit and recommend it for individuals, couples, and small families that like to cook multiple things at once. Do look for a good sale. I got it on Prime Day, and I'm happy. I might be less so if I'd paid full retail price due to the small size when I cook for friends or extended family.
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- shellbeReviewed in the United States on May 14, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars So far so good!
Verified PurchaseSo far so good! The only issue I had was at the beginning it smelled like burning plastic, but that's to be expected when new. I'm not sure when I stopped smelling it, but I'm 3 months in and no longer have that issue. I get a *bit* of a smell when using it at max temps but that's negligible.
I recommend the "Golden Associate Rectangular Disposable Paper Liner" to go with it as they are a perfect fit.
- Real person, yupReviewed in the United States on August 15, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Dual Basket Air Fryer
Verified PurchaseUpdate; after 6 months of use, I like it even more. I use it as a toaster oven and it works great. It is noisy but I usually have no other people to annoy when I use it so I don’t care. My dog gets pretty excited whenever I start it up because she usually gets a bite of whatever I’m cooking or toasting. I have found that the pet “cheese tax” also must be paid on many other foods. But seriously, this is a great unit. Easy to clean, not ugly, toasts/bakes/air frys very well.
Original review: I bought this after first getting a competing mfg’s multi-purpose grill-air fryer-dehydrator-griddle. That unit was too heavy, you could not clean the inner lid area well or easily, and it was not great as an air fryer. As a grill, the food would slide off the angled grill surface. After reading reviews I decided to get single function devices instead of the “jack of all trades, master of none” unit. I returned the other unit, but 鶹 will not let me review it now, saying “unusual review activity” means only confirmed purchasers can review it. I think that is cover for a number of bad reviews it may be getting.
It was a smart move. This InstantPot Vortex XL 8-quart air fryer has two smaller 4-Qt baskets that let me cook two different foods that finish cooking at the same time. The windows and light in each basket let me see how brown foods are without opening the baskets. Great function. The baskets and bottom grate platform are nonstick coated metal and should hold up well. No missing or broken parts.
The unit has a surprisingly small footprint for being a dual basket model. After reading many air fryer reviews I came to the conclusion that I’d either need two machines, or a dual basket model even though both baskets would be smaller.
I paid extra for a model with minimal “metal look” external decoration because in my experience, it is just more to keep clean and adds to the busy look of my kitchen. I plan on keeping it out because I’ve used it almost every day since Ive had it.
When the unit is unplugged, it is nearly all black and non-distinct and that’s a plus because I replaced the rarely used toaster oven with this machine and am trying to minimize counter clutter.
I do recommending using a microfiber cloth for wiping the large expanse of smooth plastic that shows the touch controls when in use, because I used a paper towel and then a cotton dishtowel to wipe it and I can see some light swirly scratches on the surface.
The only working surface that is not easy to clean is the part with the heating coil over each basket. They recommend wiping it as needed if food or grease ever stick, so I will. I assume most residue would burn off as the coils heat to high temps while in use.
I did follow the instructions to run both sides once before actually cooking anything. There was a slight odor but it went away quickly.
I’ve cooked fish sticks and reheated fried fish fillets from restaurant leftovers and there was some “cooking fish” smell for both at the start but 1. I <was> cooking fish! And 2. It went away pretty quickly. I did not want the model that required replacement filters regularly and I’m happy with my choice.
I never had an air fryer with pre-set values so I dont miss that feature. Also, having to let the unit cool down before restarting a new program should not be an issue because 1. I already have two baskets to use at once if needed and 2. When a program is done and I remove a basket to get the food out, that cooking “bay” seems to cool quickly and then shut off completely with the basket out.
I can recommend this air fryer without hesitation!
- PattyReviewed in the United States on February 11, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Where do I begin!
Verified PurchaseWhy didn't I purchase this long time ago. I tell ya, easy to use and nice to have different sides for different items and so do so nice to have the option in different temps and timing of cooking the food. So so so easy to clean as I did that first and dried it and waited 15 minutes and then I heated it up with no food in it just because that's what the book said to do and yes it let off a little bit of smell (totally normal) when I did this and then I began cooking. I did frozen, breaded Calamari on one side and on the other side I did frozen seasoned french fries. NO oil sprayed on it at all. The Calamari came out nice and done and so did the fries. Infact, the fries were nice and crispy on the outside and very soft and moist on the inside. Now, the Calamari I bought stated to deep fry it pan fry and I should had done that bc it would have come out brown but...that's my fault for not cooking as suggested. Although, the air fryer kept us from eating all that grease I would have had made it with. Hence: Healthier way of eating foods by using the Air Fryer. Nicely packed in a box and no damage what so ever! Comes with an Instruction Book and well worth the money! Quick Shipping and I got it on sale which helped my wallet. A++++ to Instant Pot brand!
- thekuanReviewed in the United States on March 7, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Tried another brand, this one is the best hands down
Verified PurchaseSo my first air fryer was the smaller 6qt version of this with one tray. When it finally was time to replace it (I have 4 kids so we aren’t easy on our appliances), I decided to try another brand that had stacking trays and a rotisserie function. I absolutely HATED it (the other brand was Chefman- while it had high reviews, my personal experience felt like it was 4x longer to clean, and at least 1/3 longer to cook, not to mention that pulling the trays out got drips on the air fryer and my counter). The instant pot brand is so much easier to clean, the temperature gets hotter faster, and I can pull the food out without grease dripping everywhere. It’s small enough to fit in the corner, and we are happy that we can now cook different types of food in it at the same time, and you can make them finish at the same time if you want. And when you’re done, the whole thing can be washed in the sink, you don’t have to wipe out the air fryer every time. The time and effort it saves us is incredible.
While there is a smell that comes off of it the first time you use it, even after washing it, the smell goes away quickly and doesn’t seem to have an affect on the food.
thekuanTried another brand, this one is the best hands down
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2025
While there is a smell that comes off of it the first time you use it, even after washing it, the smell goes away quickly and doesn’t seem to have an affect on the food.
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