Presto electric pressure cooker, as the name implies, utilizes power through electricity by plugging it to an outlet. It is not your regular stove top pressure cooker and at the same time, its not the typical electric pressure cooker as well. Read our review to find out why.

Cuisinart, Wolfgang and Nesco are the leading electric pressure cookers in the market which all come in an elegant black and stainless steel casing with digital controls, push-button displays and programmable functions. With the Presto electric pressure cooker, you can not expect these features as it basically looks like a stove top pressure cooker that was attached with power cord to make it “electric”. And if the three mentioned pressure cooker brands have non-stick cooking pot, this one has stainless steel cooker. It also has the handle and pressure valve on the top similar to what you usually see at regular stove top pressure cookers.

However, this cooker is very functional and convenient despite its odd look. For one, it is stand alone, you do not need a stove for it to work. Safety wise, it is loaded with features to make sure that its safe and easy to use. Such features include:

— Control Master® heat control which automatically regulates the power to maintain the proper cooking pressure
—Cover locking system that allows pressure to build up only when cover is properly closed
—Cover will not open if there is pressure build up inside the cooker.

The cooker is also easy to clean as its dishwasher safe. And just like any other pressure cookers, it can cook fish, chicken and meat to perfection in a matter of minutes. Vegetables can retain their flowers, colors and nutrients and is great for dessert too as it can be used as a steamer. Cheaper cuts of meats are easily tenderize and flavors intensified to come up with delicious meals.

Over all, the customer feedback about the products were mostly positive. They were happy and satisfied with its performance, durability and delivery. That should be expected as it’s made by Presto which is a leading brand in the cookware industry.

Priced at $54, the Presto electric pressure cooker is an affordable kitchen item that can help you save time and energy without sacrificing taste and flavor of the food. We definitely recommend this product for the budget-conscious consumers.

Easy to clean. Fully immersible and dishwasher safe with the heat control removed.