Instant Pot RIO Wide Plus
- Electric Pressure Cooker
- 7.5 quarts
- 1400 watts
- Touch, Manual
- More reviewed than 71%
A sensible upgrade over a basic round Instant Pot if searing before pressure cooking matters to you; skip it if you already own a 6-quart model that still works.
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How it ranks among the 21 electric pressure cookers we track
4.5★ across 14,100 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
14,100 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
The Instant Pot RIO Wide Plus DPPC801GM is a 7.5-quart, 9-in-1 electric pressure cooker with a 35% wider stainless steel pot for searing before pressure cooking. It suits families who want one appliance to pressure cook, slow cook, steam, saute and bake without juggling separate pots.
This is Instant Pot's wide-base update to the standard round multicooker: the pot is shallower but 35% broader across the bottom, so searing and deglazing don't need a separate pan. The guided control panel with step-by-step presets is aimed at buyers who find pressure cooking intimidating, and the WhisperQuiet steam release with Quiet Mark certification address the loud-hiss complaint older Instant Pots are known for. At 7.5 quarts it sits between the standard 6-quart and 8-quart sizes, built for family-batch cooking rather than solo meals.
- 7.5-quart capacity, up to 7 servings
- 1400 watts, UL and ULC listed
- Tri-ply stainless steel inner pot
- Includes steaming rack and spare sealing ring
Who it's for
Good for families who cook batch meals and want one pot that sears, pressure cooks, and keeps food warm until dinner is served. Not the pick for anyone who mainly wants a compact single-serving cooker, since the wide 7.5-quart pot takes up more counter and cupboard space than a standard round model.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers switching from older Instant Pots or competing brands say it gets a full family meal, such as chicken with potatoes and carrots, on the table in under 30 minutes with minimal hands-on time. Several are longtime Instant Pot owners whose previous unit lasted a decade or more before failing, and they describe the current controls and presets as easier to navigate than earlier generations.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Wide base sears and deglazes without a separate pan
- WhisperQuiet release keeps steam venting low-noise
- Guided presets and progress display suit pressure-cooking beginners
- Dishwasher-safe lid and inner pot
- Wide, shallow shape needs more counter and cupboard clearance than a round pot
- Multiple functions mean a learning curve before you're fluent with all nine
Performance notes
The wide, tri-ply stainless pot spreads heat more evenly across the base than a narrow deep pot, which is what actually helps with searing before you switch to pressure cooking, not the wattage alone. Pressure cooking works by sealing steam inside to raise the boiling point, cutting cook times against slow methods; the WhisperQuiet release manages the noisy part of that process. Ten built-in safety mechanisms, including overheat protection and a lid-lock indicator, govern when the appliance will and won't let you open it mid-cycle.
Specifications
| Brand | Instant Pot |
|---|---|
| Model | DPPC801GM |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 17.9 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.3 × 16.3 × 11.8 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 7.5 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1400 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material | Metal |
| Color | Pressure Cooker |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Unit, Pot, Steam Rack |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch, Manual |
| Closure Type | Outer Lid |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Part Number | 113-1020-01 |
| Special Features | Keep Warm Setting, Locking Lid, Programmable |
| Item Type Name | Pressure Cooker |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric pressure cookers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Pot RIO Wide PlusThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 14,100 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Presto 02153 Precise 23-Quart Digital Pressure CannerPresto | 4.7 / 5 | 161 | 4.3 / 5 |
| CAREY DPC-9SS Smart Electric Pressure Cooker and CannerNesco | 4.7 / 5 | 3,200 | 4.2 / 5 |
| COMFEE’ 12-in-1 Electric Pressure CookerComfee' | 4.7 / 5 | 2,700 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Megachef MCPR120A 8 Quart Digital Pressure Cooker with 13 Pre-set Multi Function FeaturesMegachef | 4.4 / 5 | 370 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Instant Pot DPPC801GM
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What size is the Instant Pot RIO Wide Plus DPPC801GM?
It's a 7.5-quart pressure cooker, sized for up to about 7 servings and built with a 35% wider base than standard 8-quart multicookers.
Is the Instant Pot RIO Wide Plus dishwasher safe?
Yes, the lid and inner stainless steel pot are dishwasher safe.
How loud is the steam release on the DPPC801GM?
It uses Instant Pot's WhisperQuiet release and carries Quiet Mark certification, aimed at cutting the sharp hiss common on older pressure cookers.