We compared two multi-cookers that trade capacity and features for price: the Ninja Foodi MAX 7.5L and the Instant Pot Pro 5.7L.
What we looked at
Capacity, stated cooking functions, and price.
The verdict
The Ninja Foodi MAX's larger 7.5L capacity plus built-in air fry and grill functions come at a real price premium over the Instant Pot Pro. The Instant Pot Pro counters with a higher stated function count (10 vs 9), including sous vide and a yoghurt maker, at a significantly lower price — but skips air fry and grill, and holds less at 5.7L. If capacity and air frying matter most, the Ninja Foodi MAX justifies its price; if you want more functions for less and don't need air fry, the Instant Pot Pro is the value pick.
The larger 7.5L capacity plus built-in air fry and grill justify the higher price for bigger batches and more cooking modes.
A higher stated function count including sous vide and a yoghurt maker, at a significantly lower price — though it skips air fry and holds less at 5.7L.
Ninja Foodi MAX Multi Cooker 7.5L (OP500UK) — Best Capacity
Intended for: Marketed as a 7.5L multi-cooker with 9 cooking functions including pressure cook, air fry, slow cook, and grill, in a brushed steel and black finish.
What we liked
- 7.5L capacity is larger than the Instant Pot Pro here, suited to bigger batches or families
- Built-in air fry function alongside pressure cooking, unlike the Instant Pot Pro
- Grill function adds another cooking mode not listed on the Instant Pot Pro
- 9 cooking functions cover most everyday multi-cooker use cases
Worth knowing
- Significantly higher price than the Instant Pot Pro here
- One fewer stated cooking function than the Instant Pot Pro's 10-in-1 listing, despite the higher price
Best for
- Larger households needing the bigger 7.5L capacity
- Anyone who specifically wants air fry and grill functions in one multi-cooker
- Buyers prioritizing capacity and function variety over price
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers, given the price gap versus the Instant Pot Pro
- Smaller households that don't need the larger 7.5L capacity
Instant Pot Pro 5.7L 10-in-1 Electric Multi-Cooker — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 5.7L 10-in-1 electric multi-cooker with sous vide, a yoghurt maker, and NutriBoost, at a lower price than the Ninja Foodi MAX here.
What we liked
- 10-in-1 function count is higher than the Ninja Foodi MAX's 9, on paper
- Includes sous vide and a yoghurt maker, two functions the Ninja Foodi MAX doesn't list
- Significantly cheaper than the Ninja Foodi MAX here
- Dishwasher-safe parts per the listing
Worth knowing
- Smaller 5.7L capacity than the Ninja Foodi MAX's 7.5L
- No air fry or grill function listed, unlike the Ninja Foodi MAX
Best for
- Budget-conscious buyers, given the lower price here
- Smaller households or single/couple portions at 5.7L
- Anyone specifically wanting sous vide or a built-in yoghurt maker
Not ideal for
- Anyone wanting built-in air fry or grill functions — not listed on this model
- Larger households needing more than 5.7L capacity
