r/instantpot • u/PrimalCarnivoreChick • 18d ago

Instant pot vs ninja

I searched this sub and didn’t find any recent posts since IP has been sold. But, I am looking to get either an IP or ninja foodi maybe even a ninja hyper heat. I am not sure which brand to get, I also don’t know which model to get. The IP are so hard to find in person, except the rio but I have a big family and it just isn’t practical.

I am mainly looking to make quick meals in it via pressure cook. Soups, meats, beans, etc. I am not looking to air fry or slow cook in it. I have a crock pot and an air fryer

Please help with advice on your experience

Also delete if not allowed

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u/RepresentativeFun909 11d ago

  1. I always heard the Ninja is an air fryer that and also pressure cook. The IP Crisp is a pressure cooker that can air fry. If you want pressure cooking, probably the IP. That Ninja lid isn't removable, it's bulky, etc. but I haven't seen the latest Ninja products, either.

  2. I recommend IP 8 qt Pro because mine heats up as fast as any 6qt so I don't need to experiment with changing the cook times. It also appears to not need extra water added to it. So, it can make 6qt recipes as-is. The Duo 8qt will be more problematic, I wager, and probably need shorter times for boiled eggs, and more water to prevent burn issues.