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The handles make the everyday difference.
Instant Pot Pro
6-quart · 112-0123-01
Buyer feedback ↓The original Instant Pot Pro combines pressure cooking, sautéing and other cooking modes with a handled stainless-steel inner pot. This is the black US 6-quart model, not Pro Plus or Pro Crisp.
- 6 qtNominal pot capacityFollow the lower cooking fill lines≈ 1.5 US gallons
- 13 × 12.8 × 12.7 inBody dimensions · L × H × W≈ 3.9 × 3.8 × 3.8 bank-card lengths
- 5 favoritesSaved settingsRecall a routine with one button
Amazon US · 6-quart · 112-0123-01 · Retailer link
THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
The Pro is worth a look if you want an inner pot you can lift and steady by its handles. That is useful when sautéing, serving or moving a full pot to wash. The steam-release switch and saved favorites also make repeated recipes easier once you learn the controls.
Skip it if you mainly want crispy air-fried food or phone control; this Pro does neither. Pressure cooking also needs time to heat and release pressure, beyond the countdown on the screen. For small vegetables, the included open rack is less useful than a separate fine-mesh basket.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
Hold the pot steady while stirring.
The silicone-covered inner-pot handles help keep the pot from spinning during sautéing. Use suitable heat protection whenever a part or food may be hot.
Save the settings you repeat.
Use the five favorite buttons for regular recipes. The progress display helps explain the cooking stage, but preheating and pressure release still take time.
Instant Pot Pro exact specifications ↗ · TechRadar Pro test ↗ · Tom’s Guide Pro test ↗ · Instant Pot Pro user manual ↗ · Exact US 6-quart model ↗
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
Owners of the 6-quart Pro appreciate the inner-pot handles. A Duo upgrader finds it useful for beans and stock, but says rice sticks to the stainless pot and takes longer than in a dedicated rice cooker.
Experiences with the controls differ: one owner finds them intuitive, while another describes incomplete instructions and experimentation. The enthusiastic owner needed extra cooking time for beans and encountered a burn warning when reheating them thick; a separate buyer reports slow-cook heating failures with two 6-quart units.
What buyers like
- cooking performance261
- versatility178
- Size174
- ease of cleaning166
Mixed feedback
- functionality645
- cook time363
- Value for money362
Common concerns
- Durability205
The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.
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View source ↗03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO
See it in use.
See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.
Six months with the Instant Pot Pro
See the handles, steam release and controls discussed after regular use. Regional models and capacity may vary.
Watch on YouTube ↗
Instant Pot Pro versus the older Duo
A useful counterpoint on features and compromises when upgrading from an older Duo.
Watch on YouTube ↗Video and written sources are labeled by creator and tested scope. Manufacturer demonstrations explain use; they are not independent tests. No in-house hands-on testing is claimed.
Read 3 written sources Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold
Helen McCue liked the inner-pot handles and the steam-release switch. Her curry and slow-cooked chili turned out well, while the supplied rack was awkward for small broccoli pieces.
Cynthia Lawrence found the Pro versatile for stew and rice, but steaming vegetables was less successful. Her test used the larger model, so it is useful for the shared design rather than exact batch sizes.
The Pro adds silicone handles to its stainless inner pot and provides saved favorite settings. Its cooking functions do not include an air-fry mode.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
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THIS GUIDEInstant Pot ProOriginal US model · black |  ALTERNATIVEInstant Pot DuoOriginal stainless model |  ALTERNATIVEInstant Pot RioOriginal black model | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $169.99 | $83.47 | $79.99 |
| Best for | Frequent cooks who want handled inner pot | Core pressure-cooking functions | A simpler cooker for everyday meals |
| Design | Ten cooking functions; five favorites | Seven functions; simple button controls | Seven functions and anti-spin inner pot |
| Care / use | Removable parts wash separately from base | Wash lid and inner pot; wipe base | Dishwasher-safe lid and inner pot |
| Consider | No air frying or app control | No Pro-style inner-pot handles | No Pro’s five favorite buttons |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ | View on Amazon ↗ |
About these everyday comparisons
Approximate comparisons to familiar objects: a bank card’s 3.37-inch long edge, a Letter sheet’s 11-inch long edge, or a US nickel’s 21.21 mm diameter / 5 g weight. Water comparisons exclude the container’s weight. Capacity comparisons describe volume, not exterior size or how food fits. Reference pictures identify the object; use the labeled ratio for the comparison.
05 / PRICE HISTORY
The price over time.
Instant Pot Pro · 6-quart · 112-0123-01 · Amazon US
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06 / RELATED FINDS
A useful extra.
For the way you plan to use it.
Keep small vegetables above the water
Instant Pot Mesh Steamer Baskets
Fine mesh holds pieces that can fall through the supplied open rack. The raised feet and lift handle make it useful for steaming and draining.