Instant Pot Duo Vs Duo Nova. Which Is Best?

Find out which electric pressure cooker works best: Instant Pot Duo vs Duo Nova.

The Instant Pot Duo is a classic Instant Pot product. On the other hand, the Instant Pot Duo Nova is a newer model and has a few more flashy features to make it more accessible for beginners (hence its name Duo Nova).

Which one do you prefer? Do you like the tried-and-true Instant Pot ( DUO), or you want to try the newer Instant Pot model (Duo Nova)?

We’re here to witness the final battle, the Instant Pot Duo Vs Duo Nova. We’ll review each Pot individually. Then we’ll discuss the pros and cons before ending with my honest opinion about which one wins the game.

Before we get started, let me say that I adore all Instant Pot models. Each Instant Pot has a unique feature that makes them useful in the kitchen. I cannot choose one. But, I can choose the best pressure cooker to suit a specific user group

Instant Pot Duo Vs Duo Nova Comparison Table

The Instant Pot Duo Review

The Instant Pot Duo is by far the most popular Instant Pot model. This 7-in-1 pressure cooker can replace seven kitchen appliances, less than an Instant Pot Duo Plus and a Duo Evo Plus. However, it’s enough for a regular or beginner kitchen.

The Pot comes in three sizes: 3, 6, or 8-quart. So users can choose the size that suits their cooking needs best. The 3-quart Pot is excellent for couples and singles, while the 6-quart Pot is suitable for small families. The 8-quart Pot is ideal for large families.

Instant Pot Duo is speedy and can speed up your cooking up to 70% (compared with stove-top cooking). It also offers 13 innovative cooking programs, including one-touch intelligent programs. The Instant Pot Duo can cook soups, soup broths, and bean chili. This Duo has several cooking functions, including steam, yogurt, rice, pressure cook, slow cook, steam, yogurt, and warm.

The front panel has buttons that allow users to select the desired innovative program, adjust the pressure (low-medium and high) and cook time.

Manual mode is also available, but it’s only recommended for experienced users. Manual mode allows you to choose your settings, such as manual pressure setting. However, if you don’t understand how the Pot works, there is a risk that the food will be over-or undercooked.

The Instant Pot Duo includes the standard inner Pot, steam rack, and measuring cup. Both accessories can be washed in the dishwasher and do not have any chemical coating.

Pros

You can purchase the Duo in three sizes.
Easy to use interface and easy-to-read display.
Instant Pot’s online community gives you access to many recipes.
It is easy to maintain and clean.
Use it safely, provided you follow the instructions.
Fast and easy cooking with minimal mess.
13 Smart programs that can cover the majority of your regular meals.
Keep Warm module.
It pairs well with the Air Fryer lid.

Cons

It doesn’t include too many advanced cooking options.
For absolute beginners, it can be not easy.
The power cable could have been a little longer.
The steam release valve must be manually activated
No measuring cup.

Instant Pot DUO Nova Review

Instant Pot Duo Nova comes in four sizes. These are the 3, 6, and 8-quart models, plus an additional one, the 10qt. The 10qt model, which is the largest Instant Pot model, is large enough to feed a large crowd or stock your refrigerator with ready-to-cook meals.

The Duo vs Duo Nova comparison places Duo Nova in the top spot when it comes to sizes.

This Pot have the same seven functions as the Instant Pot Duo Plus and the Duo Evo Plus. It can replace other kitchen appliances like the pressure cooker, steamer or slow cooker, rice maker, food warmer, and yogurt maker. It still has 13 innovative cooking programs, whereas the 3 quart has only 11.

Instant Pot Duo Nova can cook delicious meals as quickly as the original Instant Pot Duo. It can also make nearly any kind of meal for a family. You can also use the Keep Warm, Pressure Cook, Slow Cook Modules, Saute, Rice Making, Steaming, and Yogurt Maker features.
You can use the pressure cooker module with the saute function to make a delicious meat stew. You can also use the pressure cooking function to make a soup broth or bean chili. However, it would help if you used a measuring cup for these recipes. You can also use the Keep Warm module to keep the food warm until you are ready to eat.
The Duo Nova’s new lid is what makes it unique. The Instant Pot Duo Nova has a lid that seals the release valve automatically when it is closed, unlike the traditional Duo. You don’t need to worry about whether the Duo Nova is building up pressure. You can also use the quick-release button to release steam without having to touch hot steam quickly.
The Instant Pot Duo Nova includes the same stainless-steel inner pot and trivet, both dishwasher-safe and standard with Instant Pots. There is no measuring cup. The Instant Pot Duo vs Instant Pot Nova battle could be summarized as the latter being more suitable for beginners. Duo Nova also offers the 3 quart and 10-quart sizes. These sizes are not comparable to the Duo Classic models (or other instant pots).

Pros

Duo Nova comes in four sizes: Duo Nova 6 quarts, Duo Nova 8 quarts, Duo Nova 10 quarts.
Duo Nova Instant Pot Smart lid with an automatic-sealing steam valve (like the Instant Pot Duo Plus).
For quick pressure relief, press the Quick-Release button.
The Duo Nova control panel has a clean, easy-to-understand design.
13 Smart Programs for All Types of Dishes.
Solid construction & easy-to-read display.
Accessory and elements that are easy to clean.
Keep Warm module.
It uses the Air Fryer lid.