Instant Pot - Duo Crisp + Air Fryer (Dual Lid System)

Avoid Ultimate Lid since people have had SO MUCH problem with it refusing to open. 8qt is probably best if you just want one unit, because generally you want capacity with an air fryer. I never paid much attention to Foodie, but the adage was "Foodie is an air fryer that can pressure cook," and IP Crisp models are "Pressure cooker that can air fry." There are aftermarket air fryer lids that can be used on IPs of either 6 or 8qt capacity, or can also be used on a stock pot. I bought the Mealthy Crisp Lid, which is now discontinued, but others still exist. The Crisp Lid used halogen lights, like those glass "turbo convection" ovens. I only used it once, to make French fries, and it could really heat.

I have the 8qt IP with two lids, and really like it. I use it either for pressure or air frying almost daily. I almost never turn on my regular oven any more because the AF acts as a small convection oven that is big enough for almost anything I would bake/roast/grill for two people. The one with the combined lid wasn’t released yet when I bought so that wasn’t an option, and I’ve seen some reports of that lid getting “stuck” in pressure mode since it works differently than the simple pressure lid. I like that that my pressure lid is dishwasher safe, although it’s super easy to clean too.

Check your head room! I was going to buy a Ninja but realised at the last minute that the lid stands up at 90-degrees when open and wouldn't fit on our counter top. The same would go for the Instant Pot Ultimate I think. The Duo with removable Air Fryer lid fits with just enough room to comfortably take the lid on and off.

I was going to get a Ninja, but realized at the last moment that the open lid wouldn’t fit on our counter top, so I went with the Duo Crisp instead. I don’t Air Fry much, but when I do I often end up using some of the custom inserts (racks, silicone trays) that you can buy anywhere these days - whatever seems to work best for what I’m making.

I dont know this specific brand but oven airfryers are alright. If you need it because of space it’s fine. The main issue with specifically airfrying is that theres a TON of extra air space then a normal airfryer. So it takes longer and doesnt cook as evenly. I love my instant pot duo air fryer, I would suggest that instead. They make an oven type airfyer though. But i have one of these types at work and it’s pretty nice for reheating food.

Ah! Okay, that makes sense. I rarely check video reviews when deciding between models. I generally check multiple retailers written reviews - the one and five stars. As for shaking, they're all going to recommend that for even cooking. I think a gentle wiggle would work for spring rolls. I would probably manually turn them, myself. Commercially manufactured tater tots can take an enthusiastic shake. FWIW, I don't always shake or turn stuff - especially in the IP duo crisp because the little separator tray thingy is inconvenient, and everything still comes out lovely. I kind of regret the duo crisp. I have the counter space for two appliances, but I figured this would be good enough as it's just my husband and I most of the time. I've also got an air fry feature on my microwave/convection oven that gets as much of a workout as the counter top. (Of course an air fryer is essentially a convection cooker, but the feature is a one-button option for time and temperature that's pretty spot on.)

That’s unfortunate! I have an instapot that came with a lid for air fry, roast, bake, and broil and it hasn’t given me much problem beyond having to adjust if I use bake. It do be a burn hazard tho and I have to make sure I can find my tongs to fish things out

I thought the same. I don’t have anything Ninja but when I was looking at the Ninja Foodie and the Instant Pot Duo Crisp I was sure both were safe. Ended up with the Instant Pot (which I’m glad of now as I’m also in the UK!)

Instant pot duo crisp. Pressure cooker, slow cooker and air fryer all in one.

Seconding this! Instant Pot’s Duo Crisp has both air fryer and pressure cooker/steamer/etc. its one of my most used appliances tbh and it comes with a frying basket, but i have used it without the basket to get more space and it still does a good fry job.

I absolutely adore my IP with airfryer, on amazon it goes on sale often, I bought two 8qt for about 150usd. Besides the air fryer function, you can use the sautee mode to brown without needind a stove, and beans, chickpeas and rice cook a whole lot better than my thermomix.