Instant
Instant Pot Classic 5.7L
Sea Salt White · Stainless-steel inner pot
Editorial review Reviewed 25 October 2026 How we assess products
The Instant Pot Classic 5.7L is a straightforward choice for family stews, soups and slow-cooked meals. Its uncoated stainless-steel pot lets you sear first and cook in the same bowl, with four favourite buttons for regular settings. The pressure and slow-cook functions are particularly useful, although sauces can need a final spell on sauté to thicken. Seven functions also include steaming, egg, yoghurt and keep warm. There are no app controls to learn. The pot has no lifting handles, and nominal capacity is higher than the permitted pressure-cooking fill level. A separate switch controls steam release; use the method specified for the food. The removable lid, pot and accessories are dishwasher-safe as instructed. This Sea Salt White model suits buyers who prefer a simple steel pot to a coated bowl; smaller batches or a need for a lower body point towards the Instant Pot Classic Mini 3.8L.
Key facts
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- Capacity
- 5.7L
- Type
- Electric multi-cooker
- Cooking functions
- Pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, steam, egg, yoghurt, keep warm
Strengths
- Useful pressure and slow cooking without app controls
- Uncoated steel pot avoids non-stick-coating wear
- Favourite buttons save frequently used settings
Limitations
- Sauces can need a separate reduction stage
- Inner pot has no lifting handles
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