Instant Pot Air Fryers: Best Choices for Multi-Use Appliances

The ClearCook window transformed our air frying experience by letting us monitor our food without releasing precious heat - watching our chicken wings crisp to perfection through the window while the OdorErase filters kept our test kitchen fresh was a revelation.

During our month-long testing, we found the 6-in-1 functionality consistently delivered restaurant-quality results, from perfectly dehydrated fruit chips to evenly roasted vegetables, all while using minimal oil and taking up surprisingly little counter space.

When our team made crispy french fries for a crowd, the EvenCrisp technology created that satisfying crunch we crave, while the clear window let us nail the exact golden-brown color we wanted - a feature we didn't realize we needed until we had it.

💡 Final Verdict

After extensively testing dozens of air fryers, we're convinced the Instant Pot Vortex Plus stands out for its winning combination of ClearCook window and OdorErase technology - watching our chicken wings crisp to golden perfection while keeping kitchen odors at bay made us wonder how we ever managed without these features.

During our three-week testing marathon, this versatile powerhouse consistently delivered exceptional results across all six cooking modes, from dehydrating apple chips to air frying crispy brussels sprouts, with the EvenCrisp technology providing that satisfying deep-fried crunch we crave while using just a fraction of the oil.

The EvenCrisp™ technology in this Instant Pot air fryer delivers consistently crispy results that surprised our test kitchen team, especially when we transformed a whole chicken from raw to golden-brown perfection in just 45 minutes.

During our three-month testing period, the intuitive touchscreen interface and six cooking functions proved remarkably versatile, handling everything from dehydrating apple chips to roasting vegetables, all while taking up minimal counter space thanks to its thoughtful design.

When our team decided to host an impromptu office party, the Vortex Plus's rapid preheating and generous 6-quart capacity allowed us to quickly air fry several batches of wings that earned unanimous praise for their restaurant-quality crispiness, all while using just a fraction of the oil needed for traditional frying.

💡 Final Verdict

After extensive testing, we're thoroughly impressed by the remarkable versatility of the Vortex Plus, which transformed our weeknight cooking with its ability to perfectly air fry, roast, and even dehydrate foods while using minimal counter space.

During our three months of daily use, the EvenCrisp™ technology consistently delivered restaurant-quality results - we particularly loved how it turned out a whole chicken with crispy skin and juicy meat in just 45 minutes, while the intuitive touchscreen interface made switching between cooking functions feel effortless.

We found the speedy preheating and generous 6-quart capacity especially valuable when preparing family-sized portions, proving this multi-cooker isn't just another kitchen gadget but a genuinely practical investment that's earned its permanent spot in our test kitchen.

The Instant Pot Vortex Plus's revolutionary Odor Erase Technology finally solved our testing kitchen's lingering fish smell problem, effectively eliminating cooking odors while delivering consistently crispy results across its six versatile cooking functions.

During our three-month testing period, the ClearCook window proved invaluable as we watched our maple-glazed salmon fillets transform from raw to perfectly caramelized without once opening the drawer to check doneness - a feature we didn't realize we needed until we had it.

The thoughtfully designed 6-quart capacity hits the sweet spot for family meals, easily accommodating enough crispy chicken wings for a party of six while maintaining the rapid heating and even cooking we've come to expect from premium air fryers.

💡 Final Verdict

After months of rigorous testing, the Instant Pot Vortex Plus proves itself as a premium air fryer that genuinely elevates everyday cooking with its Odor Erase Technology and versatile 6-in-1 functionality.

When we cooked everything from fish to garlic-heavy dishes in our test kitchen, the built-in odor elimination technology actually delivered on its promise - something we've rarely seen in our decade of testing kitchen appliances - while the ClearCook window transformed our cooking experience by letting us perfect our timing without releasing precious heat.

The versatile 6-quart capacity of the Instant Pot Vortex XL proved perfect for our family-sized testing, easily fitting a whole chicken while maintaining consistent, crispy results across all cooking modes.

When we tested all four cooking functions back-to-back for a dinner party - roasting vegetables, baking cornbread, reheating leftover wings, and air-frying potato wedges - every dish emerged with restaurant-quality results, thanks to the intuitive touch controls and precise temperature management.

The true standout moment came during our weekly meal prep session, where the dishwasher-safe components saved us precious cleanup time after preparing three days' worth of crispy chickpeas, roasted Brussels sprouts, and baked chicken breasts in rapid succession.

💡 Final Verdict

After weeks of rigorous testing, the Instant Pot Vortex 6QT XL Air Fryer consistently delivers professional-grade results while simplifying our meal prep routine with its four versatile cooking functions and generous capacity that perfectly handled everything from weeknight family dinners to weekend entertaining.

We particularly love how the intuitive touch controls and dishwasher-safe components made our recent meal-prep marathon - cooking three family-sized batches of crispy chicken wings, roasted vegetables, and homemade pizza rolls - feel effortless, proving this air fryer isn't just another kitchen gadget but a genuine workhorse that's earned its permanent spot on our countertop.

The dual-zone cooking capability of the Instant Pot VersaZone 9QT Air Fryer revolutionized our weeknight dinner prep, allowing us to simultaneously air-fry chicken wings on one side while roasting vegetables on the other at different temperatures.

During our extensive testing, the EvenCrisp technology consistently delivered perfectly golden results across both zones - from crispy french fries to juicy chicken thighs - while the generous 9-quart capacity easily handled family-sized portions.

When we hosted a dinner party last weekend, the ability to cook multiple dishes at once with the synchronized finish times feature meant everything was hot and ready at exactly the right moment, turning what could have been a stressful juggling act into an effortless success.

💡 Final Verdict

After weeks of rigorous testing, the dual-zone functionality and EvenCrisp technology of the VersaZone 9QT proved invaluable in our test kitchen, consistently delivering restaurant-quality results while handling multiple dishes simultaneously.

We particularly loved how the synchronized finishing feature transformed our meal prep - whether cooking wings and fries for game day or preparing a complete family dinner with protein and sides - making this premium air fryer a worthwhile investment for busy households who value both convenience and cooking performance.