BBy Bikram Nath·Researched from UK Amazon listings·Updated 2026-10-16·6 products compared
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What are the best Instant pots to buy in the UK?
Our top pick for Instant Pots in the UK is the Ninja HyperHeat 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker PC201UK.
The Ninja HyperHeat 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker PC201UK suits households of up to 6 people who want a 6L pressure cooker with stated dimensions and a free 2-year guarantee upon registration with Ninja.
The Ninja HyperHeat PC201UK pressure cooker is our top pick among the Instant Pot-style multi-cookers here: its listing states a removable 6L cooking pot that feeds up to 6 people, 9 cooking functions from Pressure Cook to Yoghurt, its dimensions and weight, and a free 2-year guarantee upon registration with Ninja. For the Instant Pot brand, the 5.7L 7-in-1 lists up to 6 portions in a dishwasher-safe stainless steel inner pot and the 3.8L model up to four portions; for adjustable temperature, the Quest 6L lists 40-120°C, a timer of up to 12 hours and 1000W.
This guide compares six electric pressure cookers, two from Instant Pot and one each from Ninja, Quest, Midea and DMD Collective, on what each listing states: capacity, cooking functions, inner pot, lid and pressure protections, accessories, settings and warranty. Stated capacities run from 3.8L to 6L.
Buying guide
What should you look for in Instant Pots?
1Capacity: 6L on the Ninja, Quest, Midea and DMD Collective listings, and 5.7L and 3.8L on the two Instant Pot models. Ninja says its pot feeds up to 6 people and Midea says its 6L is enough for a whole chicken or 6 portions of stew; Instant Pot says the 5.7L cooks up to 6 portions and the 3.8L up to four.
2Functions: the DMD Collective lists 23 cooking modes, the Quest is a 12-in-1 with 11 presets, the Midea a 9-in-1 with 14 one-touch presets and the Ninja lists 9 functions plus auto Keep Warm. Both Instant Pot models are 7-in-1, and the 5.7L listing mentions 4 customisable preset buttons.
3Inner pot: the two Instant Pot listings state a stainless steel inner pot that is dishwasher safe, along with the lid and accessories. Ninja and Midea say their cooking pots are dishwasher safe and DMD calls its inner pot easy-clean; those three do not state what the pot is made of, and the Quest listing mentions neither the pot's material nor the dishwasher.
4Lid and pressure protections: Midea lists auto pressure release, lid-lock and overheat protection; DMD a lid lock, pressure control, temperature protection, anti-blocking systems and one-button steam release; Quest a locking lid, a steam vent, overheat protection and a failsafe that stops it heating without its inner pot; both Instant Pot models an easy-seal locking lid and a steam release switch. The Ninja listing names a pressure lid but does not describe its protections.
5Settings and warranty: Midea lists a 24-hour delay timer and custom time and temperature, Quest a temperature range of 40-120°C and a timer of up to 12 hours, and DMD a preset timer. The Ninja is the only listing here that states a warranty: a free 2-year guarantee upon registration with Ninja.
Our process
How do we choose our picks?
We don’t lab-test products ourselves. Instead we synthesise current Amazon UK listings and published specs into clear, honest recommendations. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, but that never changes which products we rank.
Current UK availability
We check each pick against live Amazon UK catalogue data rather than last year’s model lists. Stock moves fast, so a listing can sell out after we publish.
Published specs
We compare manufacturer specifications so each pick is right for a real budget and use-case.
UK-specific fit
We factor in UK voltage and plug/fitting standards — details that generic global lists miss.
23 cooking modes; works as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, yogurt maker or…
Inner Pot
Removable, dishwasher safe
Stainless steel, dishwasher safe (with the lid and accessories)
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Dishwasher safe
Stainless steel, dishwasher safe (with the lid and accessories)
Easy-clean, per the listing
Protections
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Easy seal locking lid and steam release switch
Locking lid, steam vent, cool touch housing, overheat protection and a failsafe that stops…
Auto pressure release, lid-lock and overheat protection
Easy-seal locking lid and steam release switch
Lid lock, pressure control, temperature protection and anti-blocking systems; one-button…
In The Box
HyperHeat Base with Pressure Lid (includes UK plug), Cooking Pot, Steam Rack and Recipe…
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Measuring cup, spoon, steel rack and recipe book
Inner pot, steam rack, measuring cup, ladle, spoon, condensation cup and power cord
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The rankings
The best Instant Pots, ranked
1
Ninja
Top Pick
Ninja HyperHeat 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker PC201UK
The Ninja HyperHeat 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker PC201UK suits households of up to 6 people who want a 6L pressure cooker with stated dimensions and a free 2-year guarantee upon registration with Ninja.
Capacity
6L removable cooking pot; feeds up to 6 people, per the listing
Functions
9: Pressure Cook, Slow Cook, Sear/Sauté, Rice, Steam, Pasta, Simmer and Yoghurt, plus auto Keep Warm
Inner Pot
Removable, dishwasher safe
In The Box
HyperHeat Base with Pressure Lid (includes UK plug), Cooking Pot, Steam Rack and Recipe Guide
Dimensions
H: 37.1cm W: 31.6cm D: 32.2cm
Weight
7.16kg
Warranty
Free 2-year guarantee upon registration with Ninja
What we like
+Free 2-year guarantee upon registration, stated on the listing
+States its size and weight: H: 37.1cm W: 31.6cm D: 32.2cm, 7.16kg
+9 cooking functions, including Pasta, Simmer and Yoghurt, plus auto Keep Warm
+Steam rack and recipe guide included
Worth noting
–The listing does not describe a lid lock, steam release or overheat protection
–The listing states no wattage
–The guarantee depends on registering with Ninja
£169.00Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 19:00 (London time). Details
Instant Pot 5.7L 7-in-1 Multicooker Pressure Cooker
The Instant Pot 5.7L 7-in-1 Multicooker Pressure Cooker suits households cooking up to 6 portions who want a dishwasher-safe stainless steel inner pot and 4 customisable preset buttons; the listing states no warranty.
Capacity
5.7L; up to 6 portions, per the listing
Functions
7-in-1, including pressure cooking, slow cooking, sautéing and steaming; 4 customisable preset buttons
Inner Pot
Stainless steel, dishwasher safe (with the lid and accessories)
Protections
Easy seal locking lid and steam release switch
What we like
+Stainless steel inner pot, lid and accessories are dishwasher safe, per the listing
+4 customisable preset buttons to save your go-to recipes
+Cooks up to 6 portions, per the listing
+Alerts you when the meal is ready, per the listing
Worth noting
–The listing states no warranty and no wattage
–The listing names four of its seven functions: pressure cooking, slow cooking, sautéing and steaming
The Quest 6L 12-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker suits cooks who want to set the temperature (40-120°C) and a timer of up to 12 hours, with 1000W, stated dimensions and named protections; the listing states no warranty.
Capacity
6 litres
Functions
12-in-1, with 11 presets
Protections
Locking lid, steam vent, cool touch housing, overheat protection and a failsafe that stops it heating without its inner pot
In The Box
Measuring cup, spoon, steel rack and recipe book
Dimensions
32 x 35 x 32cm
Power
1000W
Settings
Temperature 40-120°C; timer up to 12 hours; keep warm
What we like
+States its power (1000W) and a temperature range of 40-120°C
+Names overheat protection and a failsafe that stops it heating without the inner pot
+LED display shows the timer and active settings, per the listing
+Dimensions stated: 32 x 35 x 32cm
Worth noting
–The listing states no warranty
–The listing does not state the inner pot's material or whether it is dishwasher safe
View on Amazon UKAmazon UK shows no offer for this product as of 17 Oct, 19:00 (London time). Details
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Midea
Midea 6L 9-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 14 Presets, 80kPa
The Midea 6L 9-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker suits families who want 14 presets, a 24-hour delay timer and a stated 80kPa pressure, with a steam rack and other accessories included; the listing states no warranty.
Capacity
6L; enough for a whole chicken or 6 portions of stew, per the listing
Functions
9-in-1, with 14 one-touch presets
Inner Pot
Dishwasher safe
Protections
Auto pressure release, lid-lock and overheat protection
In The Box
Inner pot, steam rack, measuring cup, ladle, spoon, condensation cup and power cord
Pressure
80kPa
Settings
24-hour delay timer; custom time and temperature; automatic keep warm
What we like
+States its pressure: 80kPa
+24-hour delay timer, per the listing
+14 one-touch presets plus custom time and temperature
+Names auto pressure release, lid-lock and overheat protection
Worth noting
–The listing states no warranty and no wattage
–The listing does not state the inner pot's material
£79.99Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 19:00 (London time). Details
The Instant Pot 3.8L 7-in-1 Electric Multi-Cooker suits smaller households: the listing states up to four portions, seven named functions and a dishwasher-safe stainless steel inner pot; it states no warranty.
DMD Collective 6L 23-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker
The DMD Collective 6L 23-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker suits cooks who want 23 cooking modes and named pressure protections in a 6L cooker with a stainless steel housing; the listing states no warranty.
Capacity
6L
Functions
23 cooking modes; works as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, yogurt maker or steam cooker
Inner Pot
Easy-clean, per the listing
Protections
Lid lock, pressure control, temperature protection and anti-blocking systems; one-button steam release
Controls
LED display and touch panel
Housing
Stainless steel
What we like
+23 cooking modes, selected on an LED display and touch panel
+Names a lid lock, pressure control, temperature protection and anti-blocking systems
+Preset timer and keep-warm mode, per the listing
+Stainless steel housing, per the listing
Worth noting
–The listing states no warranty and no wattage
–The listing does not state the inner pot's material or whether it is dishwasher safe
£66.48£69.99−5%Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 19:00 (London time). Details
Product prices and availability are accurate as of 17 Oct, 19:00 (London time) and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Editor's Note
The Ninja is the only listing of the six that states a warranty, and the Quest the only one that states a wattage (1000W). Five of the six quote cooking-time savings in the brands' own words: up to 70% faster on the Ninja (compared with slow cooking, simmering or braising), the Midea and both Instant Pot models, and up to 40% versus traditional methods on the DMD Collective. Only the two Instant Pot listings say what the inner pot is made of (stainless steel).
Our Take
As a default, the Ninja HyperHeat PC201UK: a 6L pot for up to 6 people, 9 cooking functions and a free 2-year guarantee upon registration, all on the listing. For the Instant Pot brand, the 5.7L 7-in-1 lists up to 6 portions in a dishwasher-safe stainless steel inner pot; for adjustable temperature, the Quest 6L lists 40-120°C, a timer of up to 12 hours and 1000W.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
What size Instant Pot do I need?
Instant Pot says its 3.8L model makes up to four portions and its 5.7L up to 6; Ninja says its 6L pot feeds up to 6 people; Midea says its 6L is enough for a whole chicken or 6 portions of stew.
Can the inner pot go in the dishwasher?
Both Instant Pot listings say the stainless steel inner pot, lid and accessories are dishwasher safe, and Ninja and Midea say their cooking pots are dishwasher safe. DMD calls its inner pot easy-clean without mentioning the dishwasher, and the Quest listing does not mention it.
How much faster is pressure cooking, according to these listings?
The brands quote their own figures: up to 70% faster on the Instant Pot 3.8L and 5.7L, the Midea and the Ninja (which compares with slow cooking, simmering or braising), and up to 40% versus traditional methods on the DMD Collective. The Quest listing gives no figure.
What can an Instant Pot cook?
The Instant Pot 3.8L lists pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, steam, egg, yogurt and keep warm functions. Among the other cards, Ninja lists Pressure Cook, Slow Cook, Sear/Sauté, Rice, Steam, Pasta, Simmer and Yoghurt, and DMD says its 23-in-1 works as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, yogurt maker or steam cooker.
Can you set these pressure cookers to start later?
Midea lists a 24-hour delay timer so ingredients can be prepped at night, and DMD says its preset timer helps plan meals ahead. Quest lists a timer of up to 12 hours without saying it delays the start, and the Ninja and Instant Pot listings do not mention a delay timer.
What warranty do these pressure cookers come with?
Only the Ninja HyperHeat listing states one: a free 2-year guarantee upon registration with Ninja. The Instant Pot, Quest, Midea and DMD Collective listings state no warranty term.
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