
Instant Pot - Vortex 5QT ClearCook
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Last updated: Oct 6, 2025 Scoring
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"My beloved original instant vortex has finally died after 5+ years of constant use."
"Ya I got 4 years daily use multiple times on my instant vortex."
"this thing is going strong for 4 years now"
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"however in practice the food is nowhere near as good as from the Instant vortex Thisgs take forever to cook, and have inconsistent browning. ... It took almost twice as long to cook chicken from raw in the Gourmia, as I am used to in my Instant vortex."
"the Instant performed the best of the lot. ... However, the Instant Vortex is fantastic. ... I used it last night and it cooked a bunch of veggies to perfection!"
"The instant vortex can. ... It's pretty rad for actual cooking and baking."
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"I like the window to be able to see how much more time the food needs without letting out heat or slowing down cooking time."
"The window doesn't get more dirty than the whole bucket does"
"you can see your food cooking through the window, so you can monitor what you’re cooking"
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"So my "money is no object" choice turns out to be the reasonably priced Instant Vortex."
"and it was half the price of the Philips."
"the Instant Vortex is my favorite at that price point."
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"it’s got a rotisserie! I don’t have the shake anything"
"The fry basket rotisserie attachment alone is worth it to me."
"actually tried its rotisserie function once (that was fun, and y’know, a massive win on high function special dinner days)"
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"There are cracks that form on the plastic near the handle. ... Small cracks forming near the handle on the outside window. ... cracks forming right under where the top part of the handle attached to the window?"
"the handle detached from the basket and couldn't be reattached."
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"Same! I’ve forbid my husband from using it. ... It seems like it’s killing us?! ... I want to send it back!! ... Regret it!"
"How long does it take for the plastic smell to go away? I just got one and can't handle the smell 😩 ... Right? It's so bad and the plastic smell gets into the food. ... I did that and it still stinks 😂 I just use it for reheating food now since I don't have a microwave lol the taste is less noticeable though"
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"There are cracks that form on the plastic near the handle. ... Small cracks forming near the handle on the outside window. ... cracks forming right under where the top part of the handle attached to the window?"
"the handle detached from the basket and couldn't be reattached."
"all the window does is get dark and yellow, even wiping it down every time we cook. ... So you have to open it anyway to check."
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"all the window does is get dark and yellow, even wiping it down every time we cook. ... So you have to open it anyway to check."
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"My wings went from mid and barely decent"
we have the ninja side by side. it works fine. you can operate both sides as one, if you want. and you can set both sides to finish at the same time if they have different settings. i don't like that you have to manually pause it if you don't want hot air just blowing out when you open a basket and it doesn't have a reminder to flip like our single basket Instant Vortex does.
r/airfryer • I want to buy a double basket airfryer, what are the best and worst ones out there? And why? ->Can confirm. This one was America’s Test Kitchen’s resounding suggestion, too. Bought it based on that recommendation and never looked back. It’s been over a year and this thing still works like new, multiple times a day.
r/airfryer • Too many options: which air fryer do you have? ->I have an Instant Vortex Clearcook. I love that dang thing. The window doesn't get more dirty than the whole bucket does, so I suspect the answer to that question is subject dependent upon what you're cooking in it.
r/airfryer • Window Air Fryers? ->I haven't yet. We've had ours run through its paces for these last 8 months and so far all's well.
r/airfryer • Window Air Fryers? ->I have the Instant Vortex Clearcook. I love it but have had a significant problem. There are cracks that form on the plastic near the handle. I had to have them send me a new basket (still under warranty) a year ago (I only had it for 6 months at that point). Then I had the same problem with the new basket after a less than a year. Small cracks forming near the handle on the outside window. They didn't have any baskets available so they sent me a whole new unit. Great customer service. Has anyone else had the problem with cracks forming right under where the top part of the handle attached to the window?
r/airfryer • Window Air Fryers? ->Just keep an eye around the top of the handle where it meets the clear part for tiny cracks. It was random that I noticed it the first time.
r/airfryer • Window Air Fryers? ->can't go wrong with an instant vortex
r/airfryer • What is the best air fryer or brand? ->this question gets asked at least once a day. here's the right 😅 answer: Instant Vortex (ClearCook)
r/airfryer • Too many options: which air fryer do you have? ->I know Instant Pot people troll and monitor this subreddit, so I expect to get botted to hell and back as well as attacked for this. That being said, I ordered the Instant Pot Vortex with Window due to the America's Test Kitchen recommendation and people here saying it is good due to that review. I had it for 2 years almost. In that time, the light for the window died, and the LED display also died. Luckily, Amazon let me get my money back. That being said, these defects weren't showstoppers, and it didn't fully die ever. Great right? Well, after the second death I got my money back and got a Ninja Foodi FlexDrawer. I have to say, having now used it for 1 month, using the Instant Pot was like living in the dark ages. Food comes out crispier faster. Max Crisp 240 C is a game changer. My wings went from mid and barely decent to as good as oil fried. I am truly amazed at how much better it is and wanna spread the gospel to avoid the Instant Pot one. To prove I am not a bot or have an agenda benefitting either company, I will say the Instant Pot itself is hands down the best electric pressure cooker system in existence, and I'd fully recommend you buy that over any other one. Also on the flipside, I'd say Ninja devices aren't always amazing because I had their blender / food processor combo and that thing died from normal use after 1.5 years. If you have trouble deciding on your Air Fryer go for any of the Max Crisp Ninja ones. It's a game changer truly. Will post pictures of my wings next time I make them.
r/airfryer • Don't believe America's Test Kitchen, the Instant Pot Air Fryer Is Mediocre to Bad At Best ->I got instant vortex basket and its pretty good
r/airfryer • Best Air Fryer Right Now? Recommendation? ->Same I love my instant vortex for the windows and ease of use, but it doesnt convert the 2 baskets into one.
r/airfryer • Best Air Fryer to Buy Right Now Cometh the 2025? ->I bought a instant pot vortex and its worth it so far
r/airfryer • This Christmas have opened me to the world of air frying. I've never used one before. ->Better quality
r/airfryer • This Christmas have opened me to the world of air frying. I've never used one before. ->Just try it for yourself and see if you like it or not.
r/airfryer • This Christmas have opened me to the world of air frying. I've never used one before. ->The current multi-day bloat sale for the big online giant has the InstantPot Vortex on sale for $90, if you like the basket type ones. Large capacity, cleans up easily. Cooks fast and food comes out really crisp. Not a Costco purchase, but can highly recommend with no regrets.
r/Costco • Air fryer recommendations? Ninja? ->Thanks for your input! We have one of those instant pot vortex air fryers, just with a different label on the front. The house we are moving into has fairly new appliances. They were bought in '22 I believe but it's just the two of us and a dog so we don't often like using the oven if we can help it. I'll take a look at the Bella air fryer! I guess air fryers themselves aren't that expensive. If I'm going to spend $500 on appliances, I might as well look at a combi oven too 😂
r/airfryer • Buying new appliances, should I get a dedicated air fryer and/or countertop oven? ->This checks out, I have a instant pot vortex, got it bc it seemed like the most highly recommended one that wasn't a dual zone or an oven style one
r/airfryer • I analyzed Reddit for the 20 most recommended air fryers in the past year ->I have not had this experience. I started with a ninja basket type. When I was looking for a bigger one, but similar style I got the instapot vortex (no window) and find the performance of both basically the same. Used each for over a year, so it’s not a one-off experience.
r/airfryer • Don't believe America's Test Kitchen, the Instant Pot Air Fryer Is Mediocre to Bad At Best ->Yeah, replaced our Instant Pot Vortex with one and its been excellent, lots easier to clean too.
r/Costco • Has anyone tried the Gourmia air fryer oven? ->Never heard of Oster, own the IP vortex. I use it for toasting bread sometimes.
r/airfryer • Oster or Instant Pot Vortex? (Also open to other recommendations) ->Pretty happy with our Instant Pot Vortex. Decent size, easy to clean, easy to use. And it's held up now for about 2-3 years with almost daily use, so that's saying something.
r/Cooking • What is the best air fryer ? ->Ended up getting that.
r/airfryer • Yet another which air fryer to buy post ->Di ko alam price now, but we use the instant pot vortex, yung may roleta sa loob 3 layer frying pa kaya very convenient The cleaning is pretty much similar to an oven, nadedetach din yung catch at front cover kaya madali lang
r/Tech_Philippines • Air Fryer Recommendations? 🍳🥘 ->Thanks for sharing - I’m sure cost is a factor as well when purchasing but the instant pot vortex is awesome!
r/airfryer • I analyzed Reddit for the 20 most recommended air fryers in the past year ->Ya I’ve had over 500 uses with mine and it’s going great!
r/airfryer • I analyzed Reddit for the 20 most recommended air fryers in the past year ->Couldn’t keep my fries crispy. Instant pot vortex is the way to go
r/airfryer • I analyzed Reddit for the 20 most recommended air fryers in the past year ->Go for what America’s Test Kitchen recommends, which is the Instant Pot vortex. It’s a good model because you can see your food cooking through the window, so you can monitor what you’re cooking. The cleanup is pretty easy as well.
r/airfryer • I analyzed Reddit for the 20 most recommended air fryers in the past year ->My instant pot vortex lives on my counter for frozen snacks for my kids. French fries or gator tots at 400 for 15 min without the 20 min oven Warmup and doesn’t heat the house in out 100+F summer heat here.
r/airfryer • Anyone have an air fryer that doesn’t look terrible on the counter? We use it 2+ times a day. I hate having things on the counter generally ->Id go with the instant pot vortex. Its around $50-60 now and is the recommended budget air fryer on wirecutter
r/cookingforbeginners • Best budget air fryer? ->We love our Instant Vortex basket model. We also have a counter-top convection oven that we like, but it sounds like you already have one of those.
r/EatCheapAndHealthy • What’s the Best Air Fryer to Buy Right Now? ->Philips, Instant Pot/Vortex, and Cosori are all better than Ninja. Ninja has bad non-stack and low power.
r/airfryer • Why do you guys prefer dual air fyers? ->Ours just died after using it almost every day for two years, which is why I’m in this thread. We liked it quite a bit, but agree with Wirecutter’s criticism that the Instant Vortex’s user interface is crap - it’s just a cheap touchscreen with poor sensitivity. I’m looking at other models now - the Instant Vortex was a lovely gift but I don’t think I want to buy another.
r/BuyItForLife • The Best Air Fryer to Buy Now? ->I bought a insta pot vortex on black Friday. Fucking love this thing. Is it loud? It's my first air fryer so I don't know shit
r/airfryer • Help picking an air fryer ->I’ve had the insta pot vortex for a couple of years- I really like it, but all the window does is get dark and yellow, even wiping it down every time we cook. So you have to open it anyway to check. The other thing I don’t like is how easy the teflon scratches the screen pan- I’m definitely in the market now for glass or ceramic. Size wise and cooking wise, it’s been amazing
r/airfryer • My old air fryer died, and I'm lost on what to get. Please help? ->I have an Instant Vortex and its been great for years!
r/EatCheapAndHealthy • What’s the Best Air Fryer to Buy Right Now? ->I have the instant vortex and it is hands down the best air fryer and most versatile I’ve ever had. Yes, miles beyond the ninja, contrary to what this sub says most of the time
r/airfryer • Help picking an air fryer ->Downvote me all you want people, this thing is going strong for 4 years now and it’s got a rotisserie! I don’t have the shake anything 😎
r/airfryer • Help picking an air fryer ->I like my instant vortex
r/airfryer • What is the best air fryer or brand? ->If you’re cooking small meals, a single basket like the Ninja AF101 or Instant Vortex does the job well. Duals are great for variety but take more space. Go Ninja if you want durability, Instant if you want presets and ease.
r/airfryer • Affordable Airfryer Suggestions ->If may budget ka is [Instant Pot Vortex](https://s.shopee.ph/VsGwNfKWA) ang best option. Top air fryer iyan sa UK and medyo na-didiscover na rin sa Philippine. Bumili kami dahil ni-recommend siya ng tita ko and 4 years na namin gamit. 7 iyong pre-set functions niya kaya versatile talaga.
r/ShopeePH • Air fryer recos ->Instant Vortex is wonderful.
r/BuyItForLife • Best Air Fryers to Buy? ->I didn't like the gourmia one at all. Didn't seem to cook as fast as my instant vortex. I prefer the vortex or ninja ones
r/airfryer • I found a cheap air fryer at Walmart as a part of their early Black Friday thing ->If you didn't already have the rice cooker (never used one) I would suggest the instant pot first. I use mine mostly for making chicken broth, which I use in cooking all the time. America's Test Kitchen gave the Instant Vortex air fryer their top choice, so they is the one I got. I guess it depends on what you like to cook and eat. I use both quite a bit.
r/Home • Should I get an air fryer or one pot? ->The instant vortex can. It's pretty rad for actual cooking and baking. The ninja foodi also can, but it sucks at actual cooking so I doubt it can bake. It's really for reheating processed foods and toast.
r/airfryer • Is there an air fryer (or alternate) that can BAKE? ->Since you mentioned how hot it gets on the outside, I thought I would share my experience. We've used a breville toaster oven forever, and since it even fits a pie, we almost never use the actual oven anymore. A friend let us borrow a spare instant vortex air fryer and we loved it, so we thought we would try an air fryer toaster oven so we could still just have one appliance. It did not do nearly as good a job at "air frying", but the big issue was that it absolutely radiated heat because there seems to be no insulation in there at all, to where it actually heated up the kitchen more than the full size oven does. We returned it, kept our toaster oven, and just added an air fryer to our repertoire. 🤷♂️
r/airfryer • If you have a basket style air fryer, does it make sense to have an oven style one? ->Sorry for your expensive. I've had 4 different types and brands of air fryer. My instant vortex is my favorite by a large margin, and been going strong for over 2 years.
r/airfryer • Don't believe America's Test Kitchen, the Instant Pot Air Fryer Is Mediocre to Bad At Best ->I absolutely love mine. I have the instant vortex. The fry basket rotisserie attachment alone is worth it to me. However. Look at multiple UNBIASED reviews. They are not all created equal. But if you don't want to do that type of research. You want one that is an air fryer first that also has other settings and NOT a convection oven that also has an air fryer setting. They are not the same.
r/airfryer • Pros cons about the oven style airfryer? ->Love my instant vortex
r/airfryer • Don't believe America's Test Kitchen, the Instant Pot Air Fryer Is Mediocre to Bad At Best ->We had an Instant Brand Vortex that the display started failing 1 year in. I replaced it with a Gourmia and its performed perfectly for 13 months. It cost less than 1/2 what the vortex did.
r/Costco • Has anyone bought the Gourmia Air Fryer? ->My 2 cents: I've had an Instant Vortex, which lasted 3 years of daily use. It was fine until the handle detached from the basket and couldn't be reattached. Replaced it with a Gourmia 2 months ago. It's fine too, The top fan seems significantly stronger - it blows cheese and seasoning off the top unless I weigh it down with a spray of oil. The biggest difference to me is that the Instant Vortex has a physical knob to adjust timer and temp (I prefer that), and no window the Gourmia has touch buttons and a window. The window is helpful.
r/airfryer • My old air fryer died, and I'm lost on what to get. Please help? ->How long does it take for the plastic smell to go away? I just got one and can't handle the smell 😩
r/airfryer • My air fryer went to the big kitchen in the sky 🫡 What should I buy now? ->Right? It's so bad and the plastic smell gets into the food. Granted I've only had it for a day but I'm going to return mine if it doesn't go away. I don't know any alternatives that don't do that though! I was considering the Ninja AF101 but there were reviews about it smoking and catching on fire so now I'm paranoid about even getting a new one 🥲
r/airfryer • My air fryer went to the big kitchen in the sky 🫡 What should I buy now? ->I did that and it still stinks 😂 I just use it for reheating food now since I don't have a microwave lol the taste is less noticeable though
r/airfryer • My air fryer went to the big kitchen in the sky 🫡 What should I buy now? ->I have the Instant brand (think Instant Pot) Vortex. It works for my wife and I , however if we had a large family, we might want a bigger one.
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