Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt Wins
Winner
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Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt

8.2

Instant Pot fans wanting reliable air frying with see-through monitoring and odor control

VS
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Instant Vortex Mini 4Qt

7.5

Singles, couples, or dorm rooms wanting compact air frying without sacrificing quality

Sophia Martinez
Sophia Martinez

Score Comparison

Criteria
Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt
Instant Vortex Mini 4Qt
Overall Score
8.2
7.5
Cooking Performance
8.3
7.2
Capacity & Versatility
8.0
6.5
Ease of Use
8.5
8.5
Build Quality
8.0
7.5
Cleaning & Maintenance
8.2
8.0
Value for Money
8.3
8.8

Pricing & Features

Specification
Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt
Instant Vortex Mini 4Qt
Price
$120
$50
Released
01-Oct-24
01-Sep-24

Making Your Decision

Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt logo

When to Choose Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt

Instant Pot fans wanting reliable air frying with see-through monitoring and odor control

The Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt combines the trusted Instant Pot reliability with thoughtful features like the ClearCook window and OdorErase technology. A solid all-around performer for everyday air frying.

Strengths

  • EvenCrisp technology with 95% less oil
  • 6 versatile cooking functions
  • ClearCook window for monitoring
  • OdorErase technology reduces cooking smells

Limitations

  • Single-basket design only
  • No smart app connectivity
  • Touchscreen can be fingerprint-prone
Instant Vortex Mini 4Qt logo

When to Choose Instant Vortex Mini 4Qt

Singles, couples, or dorm rooms wanting compact air frying without sacrificing quality

The Instant Vortex Mini 4Qt proves great air frying comes in small packages. Its compact size and EvenCrisp technology deliver surprisingly consistent results for a budget-friendly entry point.

Strengths

  • Exceptionally compact countertop footprint
  • Six built-in cooking functions
  • EvenCrisp technology for consistent results
  • ClearCook window for monitoring

Limitations

  • 4-quart capacity limits serving size to 2-3 people
  • No dual-basket option for simultaneous cooking
  • Basic preset selection compared to larger models

Ready to Get Started?

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Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt

Score: 8.2
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Instant Vortex Mini 4Qt

Score: 7.5