Instant Vortex Plus 6QT ClearCook Air Fryer, Clear Windows, Custom Program Options, 6-in-1 Functions, Crisps, Broils, Roasts,

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars | 9,380 ratings

Price: 99.95

Last update: 01-09-2025


About this item

6-IN-1 FUNCTIONALITY: Air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat and dehydrate
WATCH YOUR FOOD COOK: ClearCook window and internal light to easily monitor cooking progress without opening the basket
EvenCrisp TECHNOLOGY: Advanced technology that allows air flow for a perfect golden finish and crispy, tender results every time!
PROGRESS BAR: Know where you are in the cooking process with an easy-view bar and messages when to add and turn food
QUIET COOKING: Muffled sounds for less noise in your kitchen.
ONE-TOUCH SMART PROGRAMS: Customizable programs for one-touch wings, roasted veggies, garlicky potatoes, cookies, cinnamon buns and more!
FAST PREHEATING: Little to no preheating time, from frozen to golden in minutes! Create gourmet meals with the versatility of a temperature range of 95 to 400° F.
EASY CLEAN-UP: Non-stick, dishwasher safe air fry basket and tray.
A KITCHEN MUST HAVE: Perfect for quick delicious meals, preparing side dishes, appetizers, wings and more. Great addition to any kitchen; perfect for 4-6 servings.
DISCOVER AMAZING RECIPES: Download our free Instant Pot app, so you can create quick new favorites and prepare delicious meals, available iOS and Android.

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Top reviews from the United States

  • adie
    5.0 out of 5 stars effecient air fryer
    Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2024
    This does a really good job air frying food. I like the clear window on the drawer so you can see how the food is progressing without opening it. it was rated very high from america's test kitchen and i can see why. so far, it's performed well. Easy to clean and not complicated to use. I've been into air fryers since the beginning. This is my third one, and I like it the best, so far. If youre looking for an efficient, easy, and compact model, here it is.
  • Real person, yup
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Dual Basket Air Fryer
    Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2022
    Update; after 6 months of use, I like it even more. I use it as a toaster oven and it works great. It is noisy but I usually have no other people to annoy when I use it so I don’t care. My dog gets pretty excited whenever I start it up because she usually gets a bite of whatever I’m cooking or toasting. I have found that the pet “cheese tax” also must be paid on many other foods. But seriously, this is a great unit. Easy to clean, not ugly, toasts/bakes/air frys very well.
    Original review: I bought this after first getting a competing mfg’s multi-purpose grill-air fryer-dehydrator-griddle. That unit was too heavy, you could not clean the inner lid area well or easily, and it was not great as an air fryer. As a grill, the food would slide off the angled grill surface. After reading reviews I decided to get single function devices instead of the “jack of all trades, master of none” unit. I returned the other unit, but Amazon will not let me review it now, saying “unusual review activity” means only confirmed purchasers can review it. I think that is cover for a number of bad reviews it may be getting.
    It was a smart move. This InstantPot Vortex XL 8-quart air fryer has two smaller 4-Qt baskets that let me cook two different foods that finish cooking at the same time. The windows and light in each basket let me see how brown foods are without opening the baskets. Great function. The baskets and bottom grate platform are nonstick coated metal and should hold up well. No missing or broken parts.
    The unit has a surprisingly small footprint for being a dual basket model. After reading many air fryer reviews I came to the conclusion that I’d either need two machines, or a dual basket model even though both baskets would be smaller.
    I paid extra for a model with minimal “metal look” external decoration because in my experience, it is just more to keep clean and adds to the busy look of my kitchen. I plan on keeping it out because I’ve used it almost every day since Ive had it.
    When the unit is unplugged, it is nearly all black and non-distinct and that’s a plus because I replaced the rarely used toaster oven with this machine and am trying to minimize counter clutter.
    I do recommending using a microfiber cloth for wiping the large expanse of smooth plastic that shows the touch controls when in use, because I used a paper towel and then a cotton dishtowel to wipe it and I can see some light swirly scratches on the surface.
    The only working surface that is not easy to clean is the part with the heating coil over each basket. They recommend wiping it as needed if food or grease ever stick, so I will. I assume most residue would burn off as the coils heat to high temps while in use.
    I did follow the instructions to run both sides once before actually cooking anything. There was a slight odor but it went away quickly.
    I’ve cooked fish sticks and reheated fried fish fillets from restaurant leftovers and there was some “cooking fish” smell for both at the start but 1. I <was> cooking fish! And 2. It went away pretty quickly. I did not want the model that required replacement filters regularly and I’m happy with my choice.
    I never had an air fryer with pre-set values so I dont miss that feature. Also, having to let the unit cool down before restarting a new program should not be an issue because 1. I already have two baskets to use at once if needed and 2. When a program is done and I remove a basket to get the food out, that cooking “bay” seems to cool quickly and then shut off completely with the basket out.
    I can recommend this air fryer without hesitation!
  • CB
    5.0 out of 5 stars I'm an AirFryer Convert
    Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2022
    Count me among those that were skeptical about AirFyers. Why would I need one of those? I already have a very nice convection oven. My aversion to 'yet-another-appliance' partially was because my dad has a house full of NuWaves, sous vide, and other QVC type gadgets. Yes, he even has an AirFyer. While they cooked some amazing fries, I didn't want my kitchen overrun with half-baked appliances like his (pun intended).

    I eventually came around because I was watching a cooking YouTuber make some meals that actually looked decent as opposed to the gimmicky QVC demos. I originally tried the InstantPot AirFryer lid. Again trying to avoid the dad-house appliance hoarding clutter, I thought it would be great to have it consolidated with the InstantPot (which is an appliance I love and adore). I tried cooking fries, but wasn't impressed with the results. My 6 quart InstantPot seemed too deep for the lid, and I didn't have enough cooking surface.

    I realized I just needed to pay a little bit more than the AirFryer Lid to get a purpose build AirFyer, so I returned the lid. Searching around the reviews, I settled on this Instant Vortex ClearCook model. The Food Network and America's Test Kitchen reviews were fantastic. I really liked the window feature to see the food cooking.

    The first thing I tried was cooking fries, which came out fantastic this time. Crispy on the outside, hot and tender inside. I was right about the larger surface area from the purpose build AirFyer than the InstantPot AirFyer lid. It's important to cook in a single layer, and the wider surface area allowed enough spacing for two servings of fries.

    Then I tried making beef jerky, which was again easy and fantastic. I love cooking and recipes, and I could see there was a lot for me to experiment with.

    Being a convert, I realized there were some advantages to an AirFyer that I was missing from my earlier skepticism:

    - I don't have a large family to feed; it's just my husband and me.
    - AirFyer is perfect for cooking single-serving portions for two people.
    - It heats FAST. It took about 2-3 minutes for a 400F preheat. My convection oven takes almost 15-20 minutes to preheat to 400F.
    - Less radiant heat than the oven, so should be fine for summer use.
    - I love to cook, but not a fan of dishes. This is super easy to clean.

    I am really impressed with this Instant Vortex model. It cooks great, and I really like the clear window. I like being able to see the browning without opening the basket and letting out heat. With energy prices going up, it seems an advantage to have the smaller appliance and less cooking time.

    If there is a downside, I am not a fan of the knob dial. I would much rather have push buttons to adjust temperature and time, but this is just a preference. The other thing I am wondering about is if the clear view window will get covered in grease or fog up over time. I'll do my best to keep it clean, and we'll see how it ages.

    The Instant Pot Pressure cooker is an appliance that I adore, and is an appliance that has been well worth the space in my cabinets. I'm convinced that the Instant Vortex will do the same for my household. I can't wait to try new recipes! This has given me new inspirations for my cooking!
  • Awesomer
    5.0 out of 5 stars The best I have ever owned
    Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2025
    Super easy to clean in the dish washer and a lot of easy and intuitive modes for baking and air frying and defrosting. Highly recommend!

    I have had a round and square air fryer and square is the way to go. Fits food better. There are more straight foods then there are round!

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