Amazing Instant Pot Deals to Grab Before Christmas

Spend any amount of time researching Instant Pots — or multicookers, instant crocks, multi-pots, etc. — and your eyes might start to roll back in your head (trust us, we know). But, whether it's a gift or for yourself, it really comes down to just a few key things to consider. How many people are you feeding and what do you plan to use it for? Are you the type of person who is going to make your own yogurt or porridge, or will you sous vide? Also, how much functionality can your brain handle before it shuts down and you slink back to your trusty pots, pans, and slow cooker? And then, of course, there is price. That last one is where we come in.

We looked at more multicookers than you can shake a soup ladle at to find the best deals available right now, both on name brands and well-reviewed "off" brands. The rest? You'll have to figure that out yourself — as well as whether you just want to say the heck with it and buy an Instant Pot that looks like R2-D2, Chewbacca, or BB-8. Once you've made your mind up, head on over to our 50 Best Cheap Instant Pot Recipes for inspiration.

Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.

Sale Price: $100 from Williams Sonoma
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Regular Price: $280 ($180 savings)

The latest evolution of the bestselling Duo series, the Duo Evo Plus includes 20+ enhancements and claims to be "the fastest in the class, the easiest to use for new users, and the most customizable for experienced Instant Pot owners." It functions as a pressure cooker, sous vide machine, slow cooker, rice cooker, food warmer, yogurt maker, cake maker, sauté pan, stockpot, and steamer, and includes 48 customizable smart programs.

Sale Price: $160 from Kohl's (or $112 with Kohl's credit card and code GIFT30; ends Dec. 24)
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Regular Price: $180 ($20 savings; $68 with code)

This multicooker has the functionality of 10 appliances in one, including the ability to roast, stew, bake, steam, slow cook, sear/sauté, rice, yogurt, ferment, and warm. It also features a non-stick cooking surface, a glass lid for monitoring progress, and a 24-hour delay start and automatic keep-war" functions.

Sale Price: $49 from Walmart
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Regular Price: $99 ($50 savings)

One of two Pioneer Woman models with aesthetics that appeal to those who love her other products, this 6-in-1 multicooker can pressure cook, slow cook, cook rice, saute, steam, and keep food warm, and includes 12 microprocessor-controlled smart programs. Its 3-ply stainless steel inner pot is dishwasher safe and eliminates health concerns regarding non-stick coating, and it comes in two pretty floral patterns.

Sale Price: $80 from JCPenney
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Regular Price: $170 ($90 savings)

Not every multicooker has a sous vide option, but this one does. It also has a dedicated setting for making yogurt, a pressure-cooker option, and a separate button for canning preserves. In all, the digital controls give you more than three dozen settings at your fingertips.

Price: $100 from Williams Sonoma
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Where fandom and foodies collide, this Williams Sonoma exclusive does the things other 7-in-1 Instant Pots do — pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté pan, yogurt maker and warmer — only it looks way cooler doing it. This size comes in Darth Vader and Stormtrooper versions as well. There also is a smaller, 3-quart BB-8 version ($80) and 8-quart Chewbacca-themed Instant Pot ($120) available only at Williams Sonoma. Both have the same seven functions as the 6-quart.

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Price: $180 from Target
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It really was only a matter of time before some Instant Pot genius figured out it was a rad idea to combine a multicooker with an air fryer and, well, here you go. This little contraption has much of the usual cooking capability, but you can air fry, dehydrate, and sous-vide with this one. If chicken nuggets, pizza rolls, or tater tots are regularly on your menu (like they were for one excited reviewer) this is the Instant Pot for you.

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Price: $230 from Amazon
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Regular Price: $270 ($40 savings)

This is definitely one of the pricier multicookers available, but it gets stellar marks from most buyers. Unlike some models, this one has an air-fryer function that most owners say leaves food crisp on the outside, yet tender and juicy inside. Also available in 5-, 6.5-, and 8-quart sizes.

Sale Price: $86 from Amazon
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Regular Price: $100 ($14 savings)

Not everyone needs to cook for a crowd and, in that case, this mini Instant Pot is a steal considering it has nine functions and includes features such as delayed start, automatic warmer, three saute temperatures, slow cook, and more. It also comes with a stainless steel steam rack, rice paddle, soup spoon, measuring cup, condensation collector, and recipe booklet. Amazon also sells the 6- and 8-quart versions of this pot for $120 and $140, respectively.

Sale Price: $58 from Home Depot
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Regular Price: $97 ($39 savings)

There are only two multicookers on this list that claim to have more functionality than this one, which can pressure cook, sous vide, cook rice, slow cook, soup cook, sauté, make yogurt, steam, simmer, and function as an insulation warmer and pressure canner. Like others, it has a delayed start timer, advanced microprocessor technology, and a manual pressure setting for up to 12 hours cook time.

Sale Price: $85 from Walmart
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Regular Price: $159 ($74 savings)

This one is a beast among Instant Pots. With 10-in-1 functionality, this version comes with 16 smart programs that include soup/broth, meat/stew, bean/chili, cake, egg, slow cook, sauce/sear, rice, multigrain, porridge, steam, sterilize, yogurt, warmer, and pressure cooker. So you can literally cook every meal and everything from sweet to savory in this appliance if you're up to the challenge.

Sale Price: $157 from Amazon
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Regular Price: $350 ($193 savings)

This eye-catching KitchenAid multicooker has 10 one-touch cooking options (including a yogurt function), and a 12-hour timer, and a 24-hour keep-warm function. It's available in a half-dozen colors to match any kitchen decor.

Sale Price: $100 from Amazon
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Regular Price: $150 ($50 savings)

With much of the same functionality of other Instant Pots on this list, this one sets itself apart with its ability to be controlled via Alexa or the Instant Pot app. Other high-tech features include access to 1,000+ pre-programmed recipes, the ability to verify cooking progress, share cooker access with family, and receive alerts on your mobile device.

Price: $140 from Bed Bath & Beyond
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You may not be familiar with the Zavor brand, but Cook's Country is. Last year, they named the 10-function Lux their favorite multicooker after rigorous hands-on testing. It's got a digital control panel and 33 customizable settings. The 6- and 8-quart versions are also on sale here.

Sale Price: $100 from Macy's (sale ends Dec. 22)
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Regular Price: $145 ($45 savings)

This Crux cooker has 10 programmed settings, including ones for cooking poultry and eggs, baking bread and desserts, and sauteing veggies. You won't find this appliance anywhere but Macy's. Act quickly, and you can even get it on sale for nearly a third off the regular price.

Price: $89 from Walmart
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Need just a bit more from your Pioneer Woman multicooker? This model offers the ability to make yogurt and has two more smart programs, including the ability to pasteurize and make jiuniang, a sweet, porridge-like Chinese dish. It also features a 24-hour delayed start timer and automatic keep-warm functionality. It also comes in two vibrant floral patterns: Dazzling Dalia and Frontier Rose.

Sale Price: $144 from Walmart
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Regular Price: $225 ($81 savings)

This five-function multicooker browns, steams, bakes, cooks rice, and has a three-setting slow cooker with a 24-hour programmable timer. And yes, there's an app for that, too. It includes 50 recipes to get you going in the kitchen.

Sale Price: $173 from Amazon
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Regular Price: $200 ($17 savings)

If aesthetics are important to you, you might find the Cuckoo to be your favorite multicooker on our list, as it comes in a lovely golden finish with a modern-leaning design. And it does just what your basic appliance of this genre can do: cook soup, meat, veggies, rice, and porridge, as well as slow cook, steam, and browning fry.

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Sale Price: $50 from JCPenney
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Regular Price: $67 ($17 savings)

This nine-function multicooker can steam and saute, plus cook soups and rice. It's also got a two-level slow cooker, a delay timer, and a keep-warm function so dinner will always be ready when you are. The compact 4.5-quart size is perfect for one or two people.

Sale Price: $50 from Best Buy
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Regular Price: $120 ($70 savings)

You won't find too many 8-quart multicookers at such a low price. The Insignia has 12 preset cooking functions, and the box also contains a spatula, ladle, and two measuring cups. If you prefer a smaller size, the Insignia is also available as a 6-quart model.

Sale Price: $120 from Williams-Sonoma
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Regular Price: $200 ($80 savings)

What makes this multicooker different from others? Well, for starters, its pressure cooker can reach up to 15 PSI, a pressure "previously only available in stovetop pressure cookers," and in addition to other details like a large LCD display, it has something called NutriBoost technology, which creates a boiling motion during pressure cooking to add nutrition and flavor to broths and soups. Finally, it has a ton of versatility built into its other functions, including multiple temperature levels and time customization features, too.

Price: Starting at $113 from Home Depot
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This multicooker is about as big as they come at 12.5 quarts, and its dozen functions make the GoWise a versatile kitchen appliance. In addition to the usual functions like bake, steam, and saute, it also functions as a slow cooker and pressure cooker. Bonus: It's also available in a copper finish.

Sale Price: $49 from Amazon
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Regular Price: $60 ($11 savings)

If you're looking for a smaller multicooker and don't need as many features as others on this list, this 6-in-1 pot lets you pressure cook, slow cook, cook rice, steam, saute, and keep food warm. Think of this as more of an intro Instant Pot for someone who doesn't cook much. There are also 6- and 8-quart versions of this one, for $79 and $110, respectively.

Price: $70 from Amazon
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The German-made Müeller multicooker offers a ton of functionality at a super reasonable price, and it has great reviews to boot. Ten modes, 19 programs, the ability to cook two dishes at once, and it comes with a bonus tempered-glass lid, stainless steel rack, measuring cup, and serving spoon. One reviewer notes, "I have used three other brands of instant cookers and this is by far the best."

Sale Price: $45 from Walmart
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Regular Price: $70 ($25 savings)

You can bet that a multicooker from Crock-Pot has a slow cooker function. It's got a pressure cooker button and six other cooking options. Available in stainless-steel or black stainless-steel finish, there is also an 8-quart model available.

Price: $75 from Amazon
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An excellent bargain for this much functionality, this brand gets excellent reviews from users, who say that it's easy to use, easy to clean, and versatile. Its insert is made of stainless steel that's durable and easy to clean, and it comes with a recipe book that'll get even those new to multicooking well on their way to making all kinds of yummy dishes.

Price: $100 from Amazon
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Cosori's multicooker includes a manual mode that lets chefs customize their cooking setting, and its size makes it ideal for cooking for groups of six or more. Features include 17 smart programs, including a separate setting for brown rice and ones for making pasta and steaming potatoes, as well as Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature readings, six pressure levels, and more.

Sale Price: $180 from Target
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Regular Price: $230 ($50 savings)

Make oatmeal for breakfast, then set the timer and come home to a roast chicken dinner. Other functions include: pressure cook, air crisp, sear/saute, bake, broil, steam, slow cook, and dehydrate. It can also function as an air fryer.

Sale Price: $203 from Amazon
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Regular Price: $230 ($27 savings)

This rather futuristic-looking multicooker does double duty as an air fryer. Bake cakes, saute vegetables, cook rice, and more with this 60-ounce model. It's smaller than many other multicookers in this roundup, but you can still prep 3 pounds of frozen fries, which is enough for up to eight snackers.

Price: $93 from Walmart
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This multicooker has 19 different settings to prepare everything from oatmeal in the morning to dessert at nighttime, plus a large, easy-to-see digital display. There's also a recipe book included, so you can start experimenting with your multicooker as soon as you unwrap it.

Sale Price: $50 from Walmart
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Regular Price: $80 ($30 savings)

You've got nine programmed cooking options to choose from on this Farberware multicooker, including pressure and slow cooker choices. A ladle, spatula, and two measuring cups are also included. Hundreds of Walmart buyers give this model a very positive average rating.

Sale Price: $89 from Amazon
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Regular Price: $98 ($9 savings)

This Fissler model has a whopping 18 one-touch cook settings — more than most multicookers this size — including a sous vide function. Pressure cooker and slow cooking options are also present, as are the settings for making yogurts or fermenting bread dough.

Price: $65 from Walmart
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This Farberware model doesn't have quite as many cooking functions than some other models, but all the basics are here: saute, steam, brown, bake, plus settings for rice, grains, and beans. Basic cooking utensils and a recipe book are also included.