RosieKat
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Post by RosieKat on Feb 15, 2024 16:54:31 GMT
I'm looking to upgrade my basic IP, and I think these are the two models I'm looking at. Anyone who uses either or both of these and has input? Reviews online seem varied, so I was looking for real people's thoughts! The fact that one bakes and the other does canning is irrelevant. Price difference is not a factor. At this point, I mostly use saute and pressure functions, but I have the most basic one and it's 6 qt which is often a smidge small for feeding 2 teens and 2 adults. I am anticipating using it for more and varied things when I upgrade in size. I *think* I'm leaning toward Pro but...? (Also open to other models if there's a great reason, these two just seemed to be the most useful to me.) Thanks!
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Post by pantsonfire on Feb 15, 2024 17:01:58 GMT
I had the 8 qt Pro. I got rid of it a year ago. I hardly used it and was never really a fan.
It was nice looking and did its job. Can't compare it to other IPs.
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RosieKat
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Post by RosieKat on Feb 15, 2024 17:13:13 GMT
pantsonfire, were you just not a fan of using the device in general, or was there something in particular you disliked about the device? (For example, I rarely use a slow cooker because I don't generally care for the food it produces. However, I rarely use my stand mixer because it's a pain to get out.)
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Post by pantsonfire on Feb 15, 2024 17:19:59 GMT
pantsonfire, were you just not a fan of using the device in general, or was there something in particular you disliked about the device? (For example, I rarely use a slow cooker because I don't generally care for the food it produces. However, I rarely use my stand mixer because it's a pain to get out.) I prefer to use my Le Creuset items as I get better flavor and better meat. I am able to layer in flavors and seasoning in my Dutch oven or braiser. I also like being able to go from stove top to oven. To dh, dd, and I the meat from the IP was rubber like. And they prefer the skin of chicken to be crispy. I didn't want to have to store a separate lid to crisp meat after it was done in the IP. I also felt I got better vegetable and bone stock in my 10 qt stock pot than in the IP. Rice was always better on the stove top over the IP. I also got annoyed at having to clean all the pieces. Yes the pot and part of the lid went in the dishwasher, if there was room. But all the seals and small plastic pieces were hand washed. With my LC pieces, it was Dutch oven or braiser and lid if used. |
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RosieKat
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Post by RosieKat on Feb 15, 2024 17:27:19 GMT
pantsonfire, thank you for all of that. I definitely agree, some things are just better using other cooking methods. I have a lot of things that people swear on using the IP for that I don't do that way. But I do have several things that work just fine in the IP, and at this point in my life, I'm typically not able to leave something cooking for a few hours - which is where the IP is a real helper. Thank you for the detailed answer!
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styxgirl
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Post by styxgirl on Feb 16, 2024 2:20:06 GMT
Not sure what the difference is between the two, but if it is the regular one vs the air fryer one ... I have had both.
I LOVE, LOVE the instant pot part and used it all the time. I have used the air fryer lid attachment ONCE. When I first got it. LOL
I use the IP for soups, meats, boiled eggs, etc ...
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Post by essiejean on Feb 16, 2024 15:47:43 GMT
I have the IP (original) and added the airfryer lid. I use this at least 2-3 times a week - both the pressure cooking function and the air fryer lid.
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Post by katiekaty on Feb 16, 2024 16:04:13 GMT
IP DUO 8quart. I use it for a lot of recipes. DUO means you have the ability to make yogurt-which I do. I usually make a batch of yogurt and freeze half after flavoring it up with different things like fruit, berries, sauces, etc for the feel of ice cream. The other half goes into containers for DH. I attach a small baggie with dried fruit, nuts, granola, etc for mix ins. The iP 8 quart goes on sale and can be found for a lower cost that the IP PRO. We also have an IP 3 quart we use mostly for rice or when just want to make really smaller dishes.
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snugglebutter
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Post by snugglebutter on Feb 18, 2024 1:54:31 GMT
Duo plus if you want a minimal learning curve, as it will be the most like your current IP. Pro if you like to play around with slightly different features or would really like the gentle pressure release.
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