Cookers are awesome, but if you are buying it for the first time, there is some necessary in-depth scrutiny to keep in mind.
| Pros of a pressure cooker | Cons of a pressure cooker |
| 1. Cookers help cook very fast. Cooking is less tedious, requires less pre-prep, and is hassle-free. | 1. Initial investment in efficient models can be a bit over the budget. |
| 2. Saves a lot of energy – gas and electricity. | 2. New users might find it difficult initially. However, modern triply cookers are foolproof and safe. |
| 3. Makes every meal healthy as it requires less oil and can multifunction on several cooking methods. Tri Ply stainless steel retains the nutrients of the cooked food and offers a naturally nonstick surface to cook upon. | 3. If you have a very small storage space, it can be difficult to safely store a big pressure cooker (4-5 liters). It is thus ideal to go for the smaller models. |
| 4. It is versatile and can cook literally everything — biryanis, stews, desserts! | 4. If you get startled by a sudden noise, then the pressure release might bother you a bit. Be at least 3-5 meters away from the cooker when it releases. |
| 5. It is there for decades. Stainless steel does not wear off easily, they are pretty reliable. | 5. They are low-maintenance but require regular proper cleansing to ensure the best performance. |
| 6. You can have a clutter-free kitchen as you can fry, sautee, steam, and broil in one pot alone. No need to do so many dishes after cooking. | 6. You need to be attentive and count the number of whistles as per the requirement of the meal being cooked. Or else, it might be under/overcooked. |
| 7. Triply cookers have reliable temperature control, so your pot will never overheat or catch a fire. | 7. Premature opening of the lid can cause risk hazards. Opt for modern technology with smart-lock. |
| 8. With one-pot cooking there is less mess in the kitchen, and thus super easy to clean up. You can use the cooker as a serving pot as well. | 8. Specific supervision of the spare parts like gaskets is necessary. Any faulty part must be immediately replaced. |
| 9. Pressure cookers give the food its best flavoring. Go ask your mom, she knows best! You do not even have to stir whilst cooking, just add everything and whistle! | 9. It is better not to put the lids in a dishwasher as it might still have some food particles left on its minute corners. However, all modern pressure cookers are dishwasher safe. |
| 10. Modern stainless steel pressure cookers with triply technology come with smart features like pressure control, ergonomic practical features like the outer lid, and engraved personalizations. | 10. Traditional cookers are often quite hefty to carry. The newer sleek models are relatively lightweight. |
Key Takeaways — A hit or miss?
Definitely a HIT. An investment you won’t regret. Cook a wide range of healthy and flavorful meals quickly, every day!
