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Instant Pot Duo 6qt vs Misen Chef's Knife 8"

Side by side comparison of two of the best cookware & tools on the market. Same category, different priorities.

Instant Pot Duo 6qt
Instant Pot

Instant Pot Duo 6qt

4.7 (154,000)
$99

Still the best pressure cooker for most people.

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Misen Chef's Knife 8"
Misen

Misen Chef's Knife 8"

4.6 (12,800)
$75

German and Japanese hybrid steel at direct to consumer prices.

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How do the Instant Pot Duo 6qt and Misen Chef's Knife 8" compare, spec for spec?

Spec
Instant Pot
Instant Pot Duo 6qt
Misen
Misen Chef's Knife 8"
Price$99$75
Rating
4.7 (154,000)
4.6 (12,800)
Pros
  • Multi function
  • Massive recipe ecosystem
  • Affordable
  • Reliable
  • Excellent edge retention
  • Comfortable ergonomic handle
  • Direct to consumer pricing
  • 60 day trial
Cons
  • Learning curve for pressure cooking
  • Slow to release naturally
  • Sealing ring absorbs smells
  • Longer lead times sometimes
  • Handle divides opinion
  • Not sold in stores to try

Should you buy the Instant Pot Duo 6qt or the Misen Chef's Knife 8"?

Both are strong picks in the cookware & tools category. Here's how to decide:

Get the Instant Pot Duo 6qt if...

Seven functions, dishwasher safe insert and the ecosystem effect. Recipes for it are everywhere.

Get the Misen Chef's Knife 8" if...

AUS 10 stainless, sharpened to 15°, at a third the price of comparable Wüsthof or Global knives.