I've wanted a slow cooker so I could make a meal while I work from office in home. This device does that and a lot more. I started by trying a few hard boiled eggs. Four minutes cook time with a half cup of water—it doesn't matter whether it's one egg or a dozen. Turn the unit on, it defaults to "Hi" temperature (there's a button to select temperature, and the knob to change the setting. The mode defaults to Pressure. There's a Time button as well. It defaults to 10 minutes, so I pressed the button and use the knob to set 4 minutes. Then Start. There was about 3 minutes of pre-heat time before the countdown started. At the end of four minutes, the cooking has completed, and it's time to release the pressure by rotating the pressure release valve on top. I like the after cooking ends, the display starts counting up with elapsed time, so you know exactly how long ago the cooking cycle ended. After the steam has escaped, rotate the lid a partial turn—it's super easy, not like the pressure cooker my grandma used to use. Lift the lid off, and take out the eggs. I did my usual practice of cooling the eggs in an ice water bath. Then I peeled them. I was surprised how easy the peeling went—the shell came off and the eggs were smooth. Even better than I usually get from the chilling. I wonder if the pressure itself helped loosen the shell from the egg. Clean up was a breeze. The inner pot lifts out, I dumped the remaining water and gave it a quick wipe. The lid has condensation, I wiped it dry. The eggs were perfect. For my second try, I pressure-cooked chicken thighs. Just a cup of water, set the time to 20 minutes, pressed Start, and went back to work. I came back to the kitchen at lunch time, released the pressure, and my thighs were cooked perfectly. Fork tender, and delicious. This time I poured off the water which was now broth, and drank it. I'm a keto eater and borderline carnivore (lifelong propensity for hyperglycemia if I eat carbs), so I won't be using this as a rice or pasta cooker, but there are so many cooking methods with this one unit, it's amazing. I will try Sous vide. I will try the searing with some meat. I do eat a few vegetables, I'll try with cauliflower or cabbage, perhaps with some ground beef. I will definitely try a brisket, something I haven't cooked at home before. This cooker is a winner. So easy to cook without constant attention, then cleanup is so simple and it's ready to go for next time. Read more
I added the Ninja HyperHeat Pressure Cooker to my kitchen arsenal. It's been my go-to for fast, flavorful meals without babysitting the stove, which has been nice with both kids at home for this break. **What I Love** - 9-in-1 versatility: Pressure cook, slow cook, rice, pasta, sear/sauté, yogurt, steam, sous vide, and keep warm - HyperHeat technology preheats and builds pressure faster for up to 2x quicker cooking than traditional methods - SimpliServe Pot is ceramic nonstick, table-ready for direct serving, and easy to clean - Large 6.5-qt capacity handles family meals - Powerful 1200-watt base with a wide 9.5 inch cooking surface great for searing This cooker has cut my meal prep time significantly. Rice and quinoa cook in 5-8 minutes (excluding pressure build/release), and tough cuts of meat come out tender in a fraction of the usual time. The sear/sauté function browns beautifully before pressure cooking, and the SimpliServe Pot goes straight to the table. No extra dishes. Yogurt setting is spot-on for homemade batches, and sous vide gives restaurant-quality results. Cleanup is a breeze with the nonstick pot. The blue macaron color looks fun and modern on the counter. **Only Tiny Note** It takes a little practice to get used to the pressure release (quick or natural), and the initial setup/learning curve for all 9 functions is there (but the quick start guide and recipes help). It's a bit heavier (around 16 lbs) when full. **Final Thoughts** The Ninja HyperHeat is a powerful, multi-functional pressure cooker that lives up to its speed claims and makes weeknight cooking faster and easier. The SimpliServe Pot and PFAS-free nonstick are thoughtful upgrades, and it handles everything from quick sides to impressive mains. If you're upgrading from a basic pressure cooker or want one appliance that does it all, this is a strong choice. Highly recommended for busy families or anyone who loves efficient cooking. Read more
I picked this up as an upgrade to my failing name brand pressure cooker. It has worked out great for me, I am very happy with this. This cooker is well made, it has held up well to frequent family usage. The controls are simple, but very intuitive, I like them a lot, super easy to use. The cooker is easy to use and to clean. I appreciate the versatility of this cooker vs others. You can pressure cook, slow cook, steam, sear, make stews, sous vide, I am sure I am missing something. I have used it to make rice, sear and slow cook a roast, make some great chili and other family meals. In sear mode, it heats up quickly and sears very nicely. The pressure cook and slow cook modes I have used have worked great too. Cook times are consistent with recipes you would find online for pressure cooker meals. Super easy clean up with the ceramic coated cooking pot, it has proven durable too. Overall, I am very happy with this cooker, it has found a place in my kitchen. Read more
