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Instant Pot Vortex 6-in-1 Mini Air Fryer

Instant Pot

Released Jul 1, 2019 · Analysis updated Feb 14, 2026

Mini air fryer with easy setup, versatile 6-in-1 cooking, bright interior light, and dishwasher-safe basket and tray. The Instant Pot scores 84/100 based on 15 expert reviews in the air fryers category. Coverage includes reviews from Seriouseats, Idealhome, Foodnetwork, and Goodhousekeeping.

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84

based on 15 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Easy setup(5)
  • Versatile cooking functions(5)
  • Bright interior light(4)
  • Easy to clean(4)
  • Dishwasher safe basket and tray(4)

Cons

  • Large footprint(4)

15 Expert Reviews

95
Dec 5, 2024

The Instant Vortex Plus XL 6-Quart 6-in-1 Air Fryer is the best air fryer the reviewer has tried, cooking faster than any other model and remaining in near-constant use for years.

90
Jun 28, 2025

A great choice for smaller families and those with limited countertop space, the Instant Pot Vortex Compact 5L Air Fryer offers nothing but convenience.

88
Jan 13, 2022

The Instant Vortex air fryer delivers powerful cooking performance with crispy results, a roomy basket, and user-friendly features at a good price point.

85
Jun 17, 2024

Instant Pot Vortex Plus ClearCook is our best value air fryer pick with its window that lets you watch food while it cooks.

85
Nov 24, 2025

This simple basket air fryer is my favorite one yet, offering plenty of basket room and an easy-to-operate control panel.

85
Nov 14, 2024

The Instant Vortex Slim is an ultra-quiet space-saving air fryer that delivers brilliant value for money.

85
May 1, 2022

The Instant Vortex Mini 4-in-1 Air Fryer is a compact, affordable appliance that excels at cooking for one or two people with even results and simple operation.

85
Dec 2, 2021

Instant's most expensive air fryer to date does an excellent job of air-frying everything from chips to chicken wings.

85
Feb 8, 2024

The Instant Vortex Slim XL 6QT Air Fryer is a space-saving appliance with excellent cooking performance and a family-sized capacity.

85
Dec 18, 2021

The Instant Vortex Plus 4-quart Air Fryer is a well-made basket-style air fryer with six useful cooking presets and an easy-to-use interface that makes incredibly crispy meals with minimal oil.

85
Nov 25, 2022

The Instant Vortex Plus 6-in 1 Air Fryer with ClearCook and OdorErase is the first of its kind to almost entirely eliminate cooking odors, but this is far more than a gimmick.

85
Sep 21, 2021

The Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer cooks food evenly and crispy, has a large capacity, and offers multiple cooking functions at a competitive price point.

75
Nov 27, 2019

The Instant Vortex Plus excels at air frying, roasting, and reheating, but struggles with baking and broiling, making it a good choice for those who prioritize air frying and rotisserie functions.

72
Aug 9, 2019

The Instant Vortex Plus air fries well but has a poor manual and tricky rotisserie function.

68
Jul 25, 2019

The Instant Vortex Plus has seven unique functions and handy accessories, but requires trial and error to get cooking times and temperatures right.