This is my first pressure cooker, and I couldn't be happier. This turned out the best pot roast and potatoes I've ever had, ribs so moist and tender I just plucked out the bone with some tongs, and I'm looking forward to trying many different things in this pot.
First of all, the pot itself is very high quality. Better than my Calphalon Commercial pots in my opinion. It has an amazing mirror polish finish to it, which does take a bit of extra effort to keep looking new. And a nice, thick, triple-clad bottom that heats amazingly evenly and both takes and holds heat beautifully. Judging by how things brown in it and the evenness of bubbles in simmering liquids, this spreads the heat out very evenly, unlike some of my other pots and pans. And it can take a blast of high heat (of course with liquid in the pot) in order to get it up to pressure quickly. No discoloration or suspicious clinks and clangs as it heats and expands.
Took a little bit for me to figure out exactly how it all worked, being I'd never used one before, but finally got it figured out and it worked exactly as designed. The instruction/recipe booklet that comes with it is very well done, compared to the usual confusing and poorly done quality of such things.
Cleaning is a bit of a chore. Not particularly difficult, but I like to do a thorough job, and it's a fairly large pot to scrub out. I've found that I've had to use some Softsoap cleanser and non-scratch scouring pad to get some of the discoloration off the metal after cooking. This is just trying to keep it looking new... I'm sure I'll stop being so particular at some point and won't have to spend so much time scrubbing it.
To clean, in addition to scrubbing and washing the pot inside and out, (and another reviewer said this one was light compared to her old one and she hoped it held up. It's plenty heavy for me to try to hold in one hand while rinsing with the other, etc. Not sure I'd like it if it were heavier.)... they also say to remove the plastic sealing gasket and wash that completely, which isn't tough. The over-pressure plug is easy to remove if you want to clean around that, and you can also remove the little metal post and gasket of the cover lock mechanism, though if you use the pot normally, you probably wouldn't needed to clean them very often. Water spots/stains appeared on the inside of the lid from cooking, but again, I'm sure they won't affect anything.
Having never used a pressure cooker before, the first time I flipped the lever to do a quick release of the pressure, it startled me pretty good, as it instantly shoots out a jet of loud steam that would probably go 10 ft high if it didn't roll off the ceiling or range hood... and continues for around 3 minutes before settling down. Rather amazed that in all the instructions, nothing was said about being sure to avoid being over the pressure valve when you release it. I could see someone who didn't understand how it worked possibly leaning over it when they flipped the lever and if they did, they'd end up being scalded terribly on their face I'd imagine.
Since it's winter and the air in the house is dry as a bone, I've actually used this as a sort of quickie humidifier. Just bring a few cups of water to pressure until steam is escaping the pressure valve, (I added some lemon juice to give a pleasant smell. Could use vanilla or whatever) and carry it to whatever room or area you want to humidify. I sat it on an upside-down cast iron pot lid, and then flipped the pressure relief lever and it blasted out a torrent of steam. Did it a few times and according to my thermometer/humidity gauge, it brought up the humidity in the room about 5% and left a nice scent. So... it's multi-purpose. ha!
But the greatest thing about it is the FOOD. Just so tender and delicious. I particularly like to brown/sear meats in it in a tiny bit of oil, then add liquid and things like carrots/celery/potato and pressure cook for a bit. Leaves everything done perfectly and with a nice flavorful liquid that can easily be made into gravy. Haven't tried beans or vegetables, but meats come out amazingly flavorful and fork tender. So good.
A good product and well made. Keep it clean and perhaps replace the gasket every year or so, and it should last forever.
Add to your order
-
Coverage for accidental damage including drops, spills, and broken parts, as well as breakdowns (plans vary) -
24/7 support when you need it. -
Quick, easy, and frustration-free claims.
Cover this product:
3-Year Protection Plan $13.49
4-Year Protection Plan $17.99
Cover all of your eligible devices:
Complete Protect: One plan covers all eligible past and future purchases $16.99/month
Select a plan
Add to your order
- Coverage for accidental damage including drops, spills, and broken parts, as well as breakdowns (plans vary)
- 24/7 support when you need it.
- Quick, easy, and frustration-free claims.
Cover this product:
Select a plan
$99.45 with 17 percent savings
List Price: $119.99 
The List Price is the suggested retail price of a new product as provided by a manufacturer, supplier, or seller. Except for books, Amazon will display a List Price if the product was purchased by customers on Amazon or offered by other retailers at or above the List Price in at least the past 90 days. List prices may not necessarily reflect the product's prevailing market price.
Learn more
Learn more
Frequently bought together
This item: Presto 01370 8-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker
$99.45
Get it as soon as Thursday, Jun 26
In Stock
+
$16.69
Get it as soon as Thursday, Jun 26
In Stock
+
01370 8-Quart Pressure Cooker Sealing Ring & Over Pressure Plug, For Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker
$11.29
Get it as soon as Thursday, Jun 26
Only 15 left in stock - order soon.
Total price: $00
To see our price, add these items to your cart.
Choose items to buy together.
Discover similar items
No results available. Please adjust the filters and try again.
$72
$74List:$98.99
$77
$85
$81
$94
$126
$123List:$176.67
$189
$149
$232
$409
Similar items in new arrivals
Page 1 of 1 Start over
From the manufacturer
Special tri-clad base provides quick, even heating.
Pressure regulator/ steam release system ensures precision cooking.
Stainless steel steamer basket and 64-page instruction and recipe book included.
Product information
| Brand | Presto |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 8 Quarts |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
| Product Dimensions | 11"D x 17.4"W x 10.5"H |
| Special Feature | Locking Lid |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Item Weight | 8.9 Pounds |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Controller Type | Hand Control |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00757410137016 |
| UPC | 075741013701 |
| Item Weight | 8.85 pounds |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Manufacturer | Presto |
| ASIN | B0000Z6JIW |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | 01370 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank |
|
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | November 1, 2005 |
Warranty & Support
Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here [PDF ]
Feedback
Would you like to
tell us about a lower price?
Presto 01370 8-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker
Share:
Found a lower price? Let us know. Although we can't match every price reported, we'll use your feedback to ensure that our prices remain competitive.
Where did you see a lower price?
Please sign in to provide feedback.
Compare with similar items
This Item  Presto 01370 8-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker | Recommendations  |  |  | ![18/8 Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker 10 QT, [Save 70% Cooking Time] Olla De Presion with Food-Grade Body [One Hand Operation] Rotating Lock/Unlocking Lid System, Steam Rack Included](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51SIxie-yoL._AC_.jpg) | ![3-In-1 304 Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker 8 QT: [Explosion-Proof] [3 PSI Settings], One-Hand Locking, Induction Compatible, Glass Lid & Steamer Rack Included, Olla de Presion](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/513OnZW6ktL._AC_.jpg) | |
| Price | -17% $99.45 List: $119.99 | -10% $102.59 Typical: $113.99 | $329.95 | $81.95 | $99.99 | -25% $82.79 Typical: $109.99 |
| Delivery | Get it as soon as Thursday, Jun 26 | Get it as soon as Thursday, Jun 26 | Get it as soon as Thursday, Jun 26 | Get it as soon as Thursday, Jun 26 | Get it as soon as Thursday, Jun 26 | Get it as soon as Thursday, Jun 26 |
| Customer Ratings | ||||||
| Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Fissler America | ihubdeal | GFE-US | WanWuXing |
| capacity | 8 quarts | 12.6 quarts | 8.5 quarts | 8 quarts | 10 quarts | 8 quarts |
| operation mode | Automatic | Automatic | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| control method | touch | touch | touch | touch | touch | touch |
| material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | — | Stainless steel |
| dishwasher safe | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
The perfect size for me
Got my new 8qt Presto stainless steel pressure cooker today. It’s all wash up and ready to use. Contrary to a few poor reviews, it arrived without a scratch. Will break it in with a pork roast this evening or tomorrow. I almost ordered this a couple of years ago, but glad I finally did. I’ve lost my trust with the electric pressure cookers, so many of them either shorting out or detective from the start, and didn’t want an aluminum cooker that can leave a metallic taste in food. I know this will get a lot of use.
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews. Please reload the page.
Top reviews from other countries
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in Singapore on December 2, 2024
Product
Style: Pressure CookerVerified Purchase -
Verónica R.Reviewed in Mexico on January 16, 2025
Muy útil en la cocina
Style: Pressure CookerVerified Purchase - HaleyReviewed in Canada on January 20, 2025
Works great! Great quality!
Style: Pressure CookerVerified Purchase - Adam HenrickReviewed in Australia on February 8, 2020
First rate pot and pressure set
Style: Pressure CookerVerified Purchase - habibReviewed in Australia on July 31, 2020
very good pressure cooker.
Style: Pressure CookerVerified Purchase
