The Best Electric Pressure Cookers For Lightning-Fast Dinners

Instant Pot Duo
Photo: Amazon

Pressure cookers allow you to get dinner on the table faster than other traditional cooking methods. Most electric pressure cookers also have multiple cooking settings, like sauté and slow cook settings, so you can do everything in one pot for easier cleanup. For example, you can get Pressure-Cooker Beef-and-Bean Chili on the table in just 55 minutes, no need to spend all day in the kitchen. Newer versions of this handy countertop appliance are also outfitted with safety features to ensure that cooking is as safe as possible. We've rounded up the top-rated electric pressure cookers that reviewers agree are worth the price.

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Instant Pot Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker

Instant Pot Duo
Amazon

BUY IT: $89.99; amazon.com

With over 150,000 reviews, this cult favorite has seven different cooking styles: pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté, yogurt marker, and warmer. It's available in three different sizes: 3, 6, and 8 quarts.

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Crock-Pot Multi-Use Express Crock

Crock-Pot Multi-Use Express Crock
Walmart

BUY IT: $100; walmart.com

The large capacity allows you to cook meals for up to ten people faster than traditional cooking, when using the pressure cook setting.

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Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker

Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker
Bed Bath & Beyond

BUY IT: $96; bedbathandbeyond.com

If you're just looking for the basic pressure cook setting, this Cuisinart model is for you. It has a low pressure and a high pressure setting, and safety features to ensure the lid will stay locked until all pressure is released.

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Farberware Programmable Digital Pressure Cooker

Farberware Programmable Digital Pressure Cooker
Walmart

BUY IT: $59; walmart.com

If you're looking for a budget-friendly pressure cooker, this Faberware model has nine different cooking options at a lower price point.

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Electric Power Pressure Cooker XL

Electric Power Pressure Cooker XL
Bed Bath & Beyond

BUY IT: $69.99; bedbathandbeyond.com

This pressure cooker allows you to make your favorite meals with just the touch of a button. It will also automatically keep your food warm until you are ready to serve.

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