#1 IN CRISPY CONVENIENCE

  • An Instant Pot® Vortex® air fryer with a visible basket of fries sits on a gray kitchen counter in front of a white geometric tile backsplash. Nearby, a plate with a breaded fish fillet, broccoli, and roasted vegetables is set on a pastel green napkin with utensils.

    Crispy Just Got Smarter

    ClearCook windows, OdorErase filters, and EvenCrisp tech take the guesswork out of golden perfection.

  •  A checkered blue-and-white paper-lined tray holds two fried chicken sandwiches topped with shredded purple cabbage, served with a side of colorful vegetable chips. A bowl of dipping sauce and an extra bun are partially visible nearby.

    Less Oil, More “OMG”

    Crunchy, crave-worthy results with little to no oil—because flavor shouldn’t come with a side of regret.

  • A person opens the basket of an Instant Pot® Vortex® air fryer filled with fries, next to a plate of tacos in a red-and-white checkered tray on a blue placemat. Plates, a drink, and a potted plant are visible on a white tiled table.

    Easy In, Easy Out

    From quick clean-up to quiet cooking, it’s designed to make dinner drama-free.

  • A tray of loaded crinkle-cut fries topped with melted cheese, sliced jalapeños, bacon, red onions, and a drizzle of sauce, served on blue checkered paper. A hand with red nail polish holds a white fork near the tray. In the background, there’s a glass of soda with a red-striped straw and a white condiment tray with ketchup, mustard bottles, and a cup of cheese sauce, all set on a bright blue background.

    One Appliance, Endless Cravings

    Air fry, roast, bake, reheat—if you’re hungry, it’s got a setting for that.

COOKING PROGRAMS

  • Air Fry function icon showing circulating airflow with vertical heat lines and a looped arrow, all in white on a brightly colored circle.

    Air Fry

    Crispy, golden results with up to 95% less oil than deep frying. Get the crunch you love on demand.
  • Roast function icon showing a whole chicken with steam rising, outlined in white inside a brightly colored circle.

    Roast

    Cook meat and veggies until they’re tender on the inside, caramelized on the outside—and ready way faster than your oven.
  • Toast function icon showing two slices of toast with diagonal grill marks, outlined in white inside a brightly colored circle.

    Toast

    Customize your toast with multiple toasting levels. From lightly crisped to deep golden brown, get the perfect slice every time.
  • Bake function icon showing a cupcake outline inside a brightly colored circle, representing baking mode.

    Bake

    Yes, your air fryer bakes. Cakes, cookies, muffins—done faster, and with consistent heat.
  • Reheat function icon showing three rising steam lines inside a circular arrow, all within a brightly colored circle—symbolizing warming or reheating.

    Reheat

    Reheat leftovers to perfection without drying them out. This function restores the original taste and texture, making your meals feel freshly made. ​

Not Sure Where to Start?

Head to our interactive cooking time tables to get you started!

SEE WHICH AIR FRYER IS RIGHT FOR YOU

Instant Pot® Vortex® 6QT Air Fryer, front view Vortex®  6QT Instant Pot® Vortex® Slim 6QT Air Fryer. front view Vortex®  Slim Instant Pot® Vortex® Plus 6QT ClearCook Air Fryer, front view Vortex®  Plus ClearCook Instant Pot® Vortex® 9QT Air Fryer with VersaZone™ Technology, featuring dual drawers with green beans in one and chicken wings in the other, a digital control panel, and customizable cook settings for each zone. Vortex®  9 QT VersaZone™
Capacity
6 QT
6 QT
6 QT
9 QT
Functions
4-in-1
5-in-1
6-in-1
8-in-1
One Touch Programs
Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat
Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat, Broil
Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat, Broil, Dehydrate
Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat, Broil, Dehydrate, Sync Cook, Sync Finish
Special Features
EvenCrisp™ Air Flow, Overheat Protection, Auto-Off
QuietMark™ Silent Cooking, EvenCrisp™ Air Flow, Overheat Protection, Auto-Off
QuietMark™ Silent Cooking, EvenCrisp™ Air Flow, Overheat Protection, Auto-Off
VersaZone Basket,
EvenCrisp™ Air Flow, Overheat Protection, Auto-Off
Good for
Air fryer first-timers who want fast, crispy wins—no learning curve required.
Small space, big flavor. Perfect for compact kitchens and quiet cooking.
Cooks who like to keep an eye on things—quiet, crispy, and crystal clear.
Families and food jugglers who want mains and sides done in one go.

why they love us

  • The Vortex Plus aced our tests...

    ...ranking as our favorite air fryer on the market. It cooked pretty much any food we tried in it perfectly. With a 6-in-1 functionality, the Instant Pot Vortex Plus air fryer is a great addition to any cook’s kitchen counter.
  • While you might recognize Instant Pot for their, well, Instant Pots, the brand also makes one of our favorite air fryer models.

    The Instant Vortex actually offers eight inches more basket space than other models, but the slim design means it won’t take up much space on your countertop.
  • We think it's a great buy.

    If you're an individual or a couple with smaller appetites, this low capacity air fryer is ideal.
  • Several editors and contributors love this air fryer from Instant Pot.

    In fact, Editorial Shopping Director Jada Wong uses it almost exclusively ever since she got hers more than two years ago because it's so versatile and easy to use.
  • Tell us, what can't air fryers do?

    They can air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, and dehydrate food. And, one thing we love about this one is that it has a clear window so you can watch your food cook. It's also easy to clean and pretty compact, so it won't take up too much room on your countertop.

WHAT OUR FANS ARE MAKING

Colorful Thai Peanut Tofu dish on a blue plate, featuring golden-brown tofu cubes topped with chopped peanuts, served alongside stir-fried vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and snow peas. A lime wedge is placed on the side. Recipe by Instant Pot Culinary Team.

OUR CURRENT HYPERFIXATION

Thai Peanut Tofu with Stir-Fried Veggies

Crispy, golden tofu meets a luscious Thai peanut sauce in this flavor-packed dish!

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