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Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker VS. Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker

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Winner:

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker

Reasons to buy Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker:

  • button icon Slow Cook Technology
  • button icon Unique Steam Release Button
  • button icon 10 Preset Programs
  • button icon 6 Qt Pressure Cooker
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Runners Up:

Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker

Reasons to buy Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker :

  • button icon .Special tri-clad base provides quick, even heating.
  • button icon It tenderizes economical cuts of meat like chicken, fish, meat and vegetables.
  • button icon Pressure regulator maintains the proper cooking pressure automatically
  • button icon Several accessories included like a helper handle, cooking rack, and a cooking book.
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker

  • Electric
  • COOKING PRESET
  • Slow Cooks
  • Programmable
DESIGN
WINNER :

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker

  • LCD Display
  • Stainless Steel
  • Wattage
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
FEATURES
WINNER :

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker

  • Steam
  • Start/Stop functionality
  • Keep Warm
  • Electric
  • Bean Chili
  • Multigrain
  • Soup Broth
  • Delay Start
  • Cancel Cooking
Comparison Winner
Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric
  • COOKING PRESET
  • Slow Cooks
  • Programmable
  • LCD Display
  • Stainless Steel
  • Wattage
  • Steam
  • Start/Stop functionality
  • Keep Warm
  • Electric
  • Bean Chili
  • Multigrain
  • Soup Broth
  • Delay Start
  • Cancel Cooking
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COMPARISON – Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker VS. Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker

PERFORMANCE

Electric

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

This pressure cooker is an electric appliance with 1200 watts.

No

Pressure Canner

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

Yes

Not indicated

For Canning

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

Yes

It can be used as a pressure canner however its size is a bit small to hold more cans.

Air fryer combo

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

No

Specs & Functionality

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

This pressure cooker houses 7 appliances in one.it has a steam release button, with true slow cook technology with 3 heat settings. It has 10 pre-set cooking programs and the inner pot is made with durable stainless steel.

Yes

Presto stainless steel pressure cooker with a capacity of 5.7 liters. Pressure regulator to maintain the proper cooking pressure comes with a 64-page recipe book, Cover lock indicator shows when there is pressure inside the cooker, Helper handle for ease of handling.

MultiCooker

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

This multicooker is a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté pan, egg cooker, and warmer all in one.

Yes

Available

AUTO PRESSURE RELEASE

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

This pressure cooker has an automatic pressure release button. The unique steam release button on the multi cooker safely releases steam away from hands.

Yes

Not indicated

COOKING PRESET

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

This pressure cooker has 10 pre-set cooking programs which takes the guesswork out of cooking meat, poultry, rice, steamed vegetables, beans, whole grains, casseroles, eggs and soup.

No

Rice or Grain Cooker

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

This pressure cooker being a multi cooker, it can greatly cook rice and any other grain perfectly.

Yes

Not indicated

Slow Cooks

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

It has a true-slow technology, gradually raises the temperature just like a traditional slow cooker to prevent overcooking so that slow cooker recipes come out just right.

No

CUSTOMIZABLE COOKING PROGRAMS

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

No

TenderCrisp Technology

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

No

Programmable

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

This pressure cooker is programmable and can be set to cook any meal you want

No

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker

DESIGN

LCD Display

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

This pressure cooker has an LCD display which displays the pressure and temperature inside the pot. This is for more added convenience.

No

Capacity (Qts)

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

6

Yes

5.7 Litres

Stainless Steel

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Designed for durability and performance, the removable 6 quart stainless steel pot distributes heat evenly and allows for more flavourful meals.

No

Built-in Pressure Gauge

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

Yes

Available

Built-in Scale

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

Yes

Not indicated

SAFETY FEATURES

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

This pressure cooker passed through rigorous safety testing to give you peace of mind while you cook.

Yes

The cover lock indicator shows when there is pressure inside the cooker and prevents the cover from being opened until pressure is safely reduced.

INCLUDED ACESSORIES

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Comes with a roasting/steaming rack for meats or vegetables, plus a rice paddle and rice measuring cup, and an additional lid gasket to keep your multi-cooker performing its best.

Yes

64-Page Instruction/Recipe Book

Wattage

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

1200 watts

No

Product dimensions

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

11.75 x 13 x 13 inchesxzq

Yes

9.12 x 17.31 x 8.75 inches

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker

CONCLUSION

PROS

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

• easy to operate • it is durable • saves energy • saves time • meals remain healthy as less nutrients are lost • meals can be cooked in a single pot • it can slow cook • it is a multi-cooker

Yes

• It is perfect to tenderize economical cuts of meat like chicken, fish, meat, and vegetables cook to perfection fast. • It has a pressure regulator that maintains the proper cooking pressure automatically. • It is ideal for use on regular, smooth-top, and induction ranges. • The stainless steel pressure cooker can be washed in an automatic dishwasher. When washing in a dishwasher, you must first remove the sealing ring and overpressure plug from the cover as these parts must be hand washed. • It features a cover lock indicator that shows when there is pressure inside the cooker and prevents the cover from being opened until pressure is safely reduced. • It has a helper handle for ease of handling. • It is brushed with stainless steel in both the interior and exterior which makes heat distribution fast and even. • This is a very simple pressure cooker, but very sturdily constructed, and relatively easy to use. •

CONS

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

• it lacks a built-in pressure gauge • it does not have a built-in scale • it is not a pressure canner

Yes

• While there is a learning curve to cooking well with it, it is ultimately a mechanical device that will only fail if you don't maintain and use it properly. • You can’t just put the Presto on a burner and walk away it needs more constant watching and attention which is a bit inconvenient.

FEATURES

Crisper Basket

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

No

Dehydrate

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

No

Broil

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

No

Sear/Sauté

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Available

Yes

Not indicated

Steam

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

You can steam vegetables

No

Pressure Cooks

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Use pressure select to pressure cook

Yes

Available

Start/Stop functionality

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Available

No

Bake/Roast

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

Yes

Available

Air Crisp

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

No

Keep Warm

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Can keep food warm

No

Reheat

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

No

Yogurt

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
No

No

Electric

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

It is a electric pressure cooker

No

Poultry

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Available

Yes

Available

Bean Chili

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Available

No

Meat Stew

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Use the Meat Stew functionality to get desired results.

Yes

Available

Multigrain

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Cook all kinds of grains with this pressure cooker.

No

Rice Cooker

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Can cook rice

Yes

Available

Soup Broth

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Available - Use the Casserole functionality

No

Delay Start

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

You can delay cooking time

No

Pressure Level

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Predetermine pressure level using the Pressure select button

Yes

Not indicated

Cancel Cooking

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker
Presto 01362 Pressure Cooker
Yes

Use the Stop & Cancel button.

No

Hamilton Beach 34502 Pressure Cooker

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