CATEGORY : Electric Pressure Cookers

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB VS. Instant Pot Max

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8.3
Winner:

Instant Pot Max

Reasons to buy Instant Pot Max:

  • button icon Housed with brushed stainless steel which is durable and easy to clean.
  • button icon It is a multiuse pressure cooker with 15psi.
  • button icon Touch screen makes programming very easy and more convenient
  • button icon The Auto Steam Release Control makes it safe to Use
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Runners Up:

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB

Reasons to buy Aroma Housewares APC 816SB :

  • button icon It is very easy to use.
  • button icon 15 hour delay timer.
  • button icon With a Sauté-then-Simmer Technology.
  • button icon Digitally programmable
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PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

Instant Pot Max

  • Pressure Canner
  • For Canning
  • Air fryer combo
  • AUTO PRESSURE RELEASE
  • COOKING PRESET
DESIGN
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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FEATURES
WINNER :

Instant Pot Max

  • Reheat
  • Yogurt
  • Pressure Level
  • Cancel Cooking
Comparison Winner
Instant Pot Max

Reasons why we like it:

  • Pressure Canner
  • For Canning
  • Air fryer combo
  • AUTO PRESSURE RELEASE
  • COOKING PRESET
  • Reheat
  • Yogurt
  • Pressure Level
  • Cancel Cooking
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COMPARISON – Aroma Housewares APC 816SB VS. Instant Pot Max

PERFORMANCE

Electric

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Pressure Canner

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

Yes

Not indicated

For Canning

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

Yes

Available- The pot will hold 6-pint jars in the canner.

Air fryer combo

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

Yes

Not indicated

Specs & Functionality

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

White Rice, Keep Warm, start/stop functionality, Slow Cook, Brown Rice, Pressure Setting, Sauté-Then Simmer STS, Beans, Delay Timer, Soup, Beef, Poultry, accessories included,3 Quarts cooking capacity, stainless steel, delay timer, keep warm, slow cook, specific meat settings.

Yes

6-quart pot size, 1100watts heating element power, 120-60Hz voltage, and LCD display, unlimited pre-set temperatures, touch screen, dial, and button. Built with stainless steel and free recipe app with over 1000 plus recipes and more.

MultiCooker

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

AUTO PRESSURE RELEASE

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

Yes

Available

COOKING PRESET

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

Yes

Available- it has unlimited pre-set temperatures.

Rice or Grain Cooker

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Slow Cooks

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

CUSTOMIZABLE COOKING PROGRAMS

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Not indicated

TenderCrisp Technology

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

No

Programmable

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Use the well-lit LCD display to program the cooker- set time, temperature, pressure level, delay start, and Warm.

Instant Pot Max

DESIGN

LCD Display

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Capacity (Qts)

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

3 perfect for a small family.

Yes

6 Quarts

Stainless Steel

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available- 18-8 Steel

Built-in Pressure Gauge

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Built-in Scale

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

SAFETY FEATURES

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available • Pressure • Release Valve • Floating Valve • Open/Close • Handle • Condensation • Collector (back) • Locking Lid • Easy Carry • Handle

Yes

UL certified with 13 safety features, 1. Steam Release, 2. Safety Lid Lock, 3. Wireless Lid Detection, 4. Lid Position Detection, 5. Overheat (Burn) Protection, 6. Anti-Block Shield, 7. Automatic Pressure Control, 8. Pressure Indicator, 9. Automatic Temperature Control, 10. Leaky Lid Detection, 11. Self-Diagnostic, 12. Thermal Fuse, 13. Electrical Fuse.

INCLUDED ACESSORIES

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

The APC-816SB Pressure Cooker includes a rice measuring cup, serving spatula, and soup ladle for all your pressure cooking needs.

Yes

free recipe app

Wattage

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

700 watts.

Yes

1100W

Product dimensions

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

10.25 x 11 x 10.63 inches

Yes

12.2 x 12.6 x 13 inches

CONCLUSION

PROS

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

1. It is perfect for a small family With just 3 Quarts cooking capacity, this pressure cooker is the perfect size for a small family. It may look too small for you but it can accommodate and cook 12 cups of rice. It is also built with a small compact footprint which will in a way complement your kitchen and also make storing it very easy. 2. A good and multipurpose cooker With nearly a dozen different cooking options, like Soup, Fish, Meat, and even Rice, this pressure cooker is a multi-cooker with a level of versatility that is top-notch. Simply push a button and enjoy. 3. The APC-816SB features a digital working system The digital controls on this pressure cooker are user-friendly and very easy to use. This allows for a variety of meals to be cooked perfectly with just a touch of a button. The controls feature the following functions: 12 Hour Keep Warm, White Rice, Brown Rice, Beans, Beef, Poultry, Slow Cook, STS, and Soup. 4. Auto switch from sautéing to simmering. This pressure cooker is built with a unique sauté-then-simmer technology which provides high heat sautéing, then automatically switches to simmer once the liquid is added to the cooker. This allows you brown meat and makes stew at the same time without having to get a new pot. 5. It features a delay timer of 15 hours. Never worry about preparing a meal with your busy schedule when you have this pressure cooker on your counter; It features a 15-hour delay timer that lets you set when you want your meal to start cooking when you are at work or busy running other errands. 6. Very fast, saves time This pressure cooker cuts cooking time by 70% with 100% perfect results; This machine reduces the cooking time of Tremella soup to 1 hour and makes perfect soup. As a comparison, it takes above 5 hours for an electric rice cooker to make Tremella soup. 7. Includes accessories for great results The Aroma Professional Digital Pressure Cooker/Multi-cooker comes with a non-stick inner pot, rice measuring cup, serving spatula, and soup ladle to help you get the most out of all the great APC-816SB cooking features. 8. Cleaning this pressure cooker is a breeze The inner pot is built with stainless steel which is non-stick material and very easy to clean.

Yes

• With a sustained 15psi, this pressure cooker not only cooks food faster but can also do home canner. • Programming this appliance is made simple thanks to its large touch screen. You can seamlessly set time, temperature, pressure level, delay start, and warmth. • It boosts nutrition thanks to its nutriboost technology that works by creating a boiling motion during pressure cooking to break down food, adding nutrition, flavor, and taste to soups and bone broth. • Take the guesswork from your recipe conversion with the altitude adjustment that provides a more precise cooking time. • It is safe to use and gives you great peace of mind when you are using it thanks to its 13 safety features. • It is easy to clean and eliminate any messes thanks to its stainless steel non-stick interior and exterior. • Learn how to cook chef-quality meals with the free recipe app that has over 1000 recipes and more that will guide you to produce delicious meals. The app comes with the following features to help you in your cooking journey.  Getting Started Videos  Create Your Favourites  Personalized Grocery List  Review and Rate Recipes  Share with Friends

CONS

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

1. Careful attention and caution need to be considered when you are using this cooker. All pressure cookers need to be used with caution because they can easily blow up and fail or even become dangerous hazards. All electric appliances need careful handling. 2. Learning how to use this pressure cooker may take some time most especially if you are not a technical person. The digital controls on this cooker may not be interpreted well thus frustrating the user. This can be eradicated by looking up how-to videos to learn how to use this cooker. 3. You cannot check on the meal you are cooking because it does not permit you to look inside as long as the cooker is under pressure.

Yes

• You may not get great results if you choose to use tender-crisp technology however you can choose from the amazing cooking programs to cook your meals.

FEATURES

Crisper Basket

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

No

Dehydrate

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

No

Broil

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

No

Sear/Sauté

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Steam

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Pressure Cooks

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Start/Stop functionality

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Bake/Roast

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

No

Air Crisp

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

No

Keep Warm

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Reheat

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

Yes

Not indicated

Yogurt

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

Yes

Available

Electric

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Poultry

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Not indicated

Bean Chili

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

No

Meat Stew

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

No

Multigrain

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Not indicated

Rice Cooker

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Soup Broth

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Delay Start

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Pressure Level

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

Yes

15psi

Cancel Cooking

Aroma Housewares APC 816SB
Instant Pot Max
No

Yes

Available

Instant Pot Max

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