Instant Pots are just affordable, easy to use pressure cookers that come with a ton of recipes. If that appeals to you, then buy an Instant Pot, you won’t regret it. But don’t buy an Instant Pot just to replace your rice cooker or slow cooker, or you may end up disappointed.

We aren’t trying to downplay the fact that Instant Pots are genuinely wonderful, super useful, and totally worth $60 if you actually want one. In fact, just about every writer at Review Geek owns and loves the Instant Pot. We’re just trying to say that you shouldn’t buy an Instant Pot just because it’s been hyped up as a replacement for every kitchen appliance you’ve ever touched, that’s all.