The 10 Best Multi-Cookers as of June 2026

How we ranked these multi-cookers

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

Performance (35%) — how well each multi-cooker does its core job.
Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

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#	Multi-Cookers	Score	Best for	Type	Approx. Price	Amazon links
1	Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1	9.0	Best overall	Pressure multi-cooker	$130	View Price
2	Ninja Foodi MAX 14-in-1 SmartLid	8.9	Best pressure + air fry	Pressure + air fryer	$230	View Price
3	Instant Pot Duo Crisp	8.7	Best with air-fryer lid	Pressure + air fry	$150	View Price
4	Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1	8.7	Best value	Pressure multi-cooker	$90	View Price
5	Sage Fast Slow Pro	8.6	Best premium	Pressure + slow	$200	View Price
6	Tefal Cook4Me Touch	8.6	Best guided	Pressure (guided recipes)	$200	View Price
7	Ninja Foodi 11-in-1	8.6	Best for crisping	Pressure + crisp	$180	View Price
8	Crock-Pot Express	8.3	Best budget	Pressure multi-cooker	$60	View Price
9	Drew & Cole CleverChef	8.2	Best compact	Multi-cooker	$60	View Price
10	Pressure King Pro	8.1	Best cheap	Pressure multi-cooker	$50	View Price

The full ranking

Best overall

Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1

9.0Our number one pick.

The Instant Pot Pro combines fast pressure cooking with slow cooking, sautéing, steaming, rice and more in one easy-to-use pot, the multi-cooker most kitchens should buy. It doesn't air fry, but the versatility, build and ease are exceptional.

Cooking: 9.2Versatility: 9.2Ease: 9.0Value: 9.0

Pros

Fast pressure cooking
Ten functions in one
Easy controls

Cons

No air-frying
Takes cupboard space

Check price on Amazon≈ $130

Best pressure + air fry

Ninja Foodi MAX 14-in-1 SmartLid

8.9A superb runner-up.

Ninja's SmartLid lets one machine pressure-cook and air-fry without swapping lids, giving you tender stews and crispy finishes in a single big-capacity pot. It is large and pricey, but the do-it-all flexibility is excellent.

Cooking: 9.2Versatility: 9.4Ease: 8.8Value: 8.6

Pros

Pressure-cooks and air-fries
Large capacity
One clever lid

Cons

Large footprint
Pricey

Check price on Amazon≈ $230

Best with air-fryer lid

Instant Pot Duo Crisp

8.7Rounds out our top three.

The Duo Crisp pairs Instant Pot's pressure cooking with a separate air-fryer lid for roasting and crisping, a flexible two-lid system. Swapping lids is a small faff, but the combined pressure-and-crisp results are excellent.

Cooking: 9.0Versatility: 9.0Ease: 8.6Value: 8.6

Pros

Pressure plus air-fry lid
Crisps and roasts
Big capacity

Cons

Two lids to store
Bulky

Check price on Amazon≈ $150

Best value

Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1

8.7A standout in the upper half.

The classic Duo 7-in-1 delivers reliable pressure, slow, rice and steam cooking at a keen price, the value benchmark that got millions hooked. It lacks the Pro's refinements, but for everyday multi-cooking and value it is excellent.

Cooking: 8.8Versatility: 9.0Ease: 8.8Value: 9.4

Pros

Seven functions
Reliable and proven
Great value

Cons

Basic display
No air-frying

Check price on Amazon≈ $90

Best premium

Sage Fast Slow Pro

8.6A well-rounded mid-table pick.

Sage's Fast Slow Pro offers precise pressure and slow-cook control with a clear display and an automatic steam-release dial, a premium, beautifully made multi-cooker. It is pricey, but the control and build are excellent.

Cooking: 9.0Versatility: 8.8Ease: 8.8Value: 8.2

Pros

Precise controls
Auto steam release
Premium build

Cons

Expensive
Heavy

Check price on Amazon≈ $200

Best guided

Tefal Cook4Me Touch

8.6Great value in the middle of the pack.

The Cook4Me Touch walks you through built-in recipes step by step on a color touchscreen, taking the guesswork out of pressure cooking for beginners. It is pricier and recipe-led, but the guidance and results are excellent.

Cooking: 8.8Versatility: 8.6Ease: 9.2Value: 8.4

Pros

Step-by-step recipes
Easy touchscreen
Beginner-friendly

Cons

Pricey
Recipe-led approach

Check price on Amazon≈ $200

Best for crisping

Ninja Foodi 11-in-1

8.6A dependable pick if the price is right.

The Foodi 11-in-1 pressure-cooks then crisps with its TenderCrisp lid, great for dishes that need a golden, crunchy top. It is bulky and the crisp lid is heavy, but the crisping results are excellent.

Cooking: 8.8Versatility: 9.0Ease: 8.6Value: 8.6

Pros

Pressure then crisp
Golden finishes
Versatile

Cons

Bulky
Heavy crisping lid

Check price on Amazon≈ $180

Best budget

Crock-Pot Express

8.3Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

The Crock-Pot Express brings pressure, slow and steam cooking to a low price, a sensible budget entry into multi-cooking from a trusted slow-cooker brand. It is plasticky and basic, but for the money it is good value.

Cooking: 8.4Versatility: 8.6Ease: 8.6Value: 9.2

Pros

Affordable
Multiple modes
Trusted brand

Cons

Plasticky
Basic display

Check price on Amazon≈ $60

Best compact

Drew & Cole CleverChef

8.2A budget-friendly option worth a look.

The CleverChef packs many one-touch programs into a compact, lighter body, handy for smaller kitchens and one or two people. It isn't a high-pressure cooker, but for compact, simple multi-cooking it is good value.

Cooking: 8.2Versatility: 8.6Ease: 8.8Value: 8.8

Pros

Compact and light
Many one-touch modes
Affordable

Cons

Lower pressure
Smaller capacity

Check price on Amazon≈ $60

Best cheap

Pressure King Pro

8.1Rounds out our top ten.

The Pressure King Pro covers pressure, slow and rice cooking at a rock-bottom price, a cheap way to try multi-cooking. It is basic and a little fiddly, but for the price it does the job.

Cooking: 8.2Versatility: 8.4Ease: 8.2Value: 9.0

Pros

Very cheap
Several modes
Compact

Cons

Basic build
Fiddly controls

Check price on Amazon≈ $50

Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the multi-cookers in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Ninja Foodi MAX 14-in-1 SmartLid and Instant Pot Duo Crisp are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best multi-cookers without overthinking it, the Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ $130

Our top picks at a glance

Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1

Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1

Sage Fast Slow Pro

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How we ranked these multi-cookers

At a glance: top 10 compared

The full ranking

Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1

Pros

Cons

Ninja Foodi MAX 14-in-1 SmartLid

Pros

Cons

Instant Pot Duo Crisp

Pros

Cons

Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1

Pros

Cons

Sage Fast Slow Pro

Pros

Cons

Tefal Cook4Me Touch

Pros

Cons

Ninja Foodi 11-in-1

Pros

Cons

Crock-Pot Express

Pros

Cons

Drew & Cole CleverChef

Pros

Cons

Pressure King Pro

Pros

Cons

Frequently asked questions

The bottom line

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