Question 1

Which is better, Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart or Instant Pot Duo 3-Quart Mini?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart scores higher overall at 9.3/10. The Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart scored 9.3/10 and the Instant Pot Duo 3-Quart Mini scored 8.9/10 in our Best Instant Pot Pressure Cookers 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart worth it over the Instant Pot Duo 3-Quart Mini?

Accepted Answer

The Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart scores 9.3/10 while the Instant Pot Duo 3-Quart Mini scores 8.9/10. The Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Instant Pot Pressure Cookers 2026 category.

Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart vs Instant Pot Duo 3-Quart Mini: Which to Buy?