Electric Pressure Cookers - Comparison and Review of Nesco and Cuisinart Pressure Cooker

Electric pressure cookers are different from the traditional ones because they are electric and digitally operated. They are a stand alone as they have built-in heating mechanism but almost have the same design, mechanism and construction as the stove top ones. The digital controls even enable the cook to easily monitor and even preset the cooking time making it simpler and more convenient.

There are two known brands in the market when it comes to this type of cookware namely Nesco and Cuisinart. In this article, we will be doing a comparison in terms of safety, design, performance and functionality to see which brand is better.

Nesco electric pressure cookware has a capacity of 6 quarts and functions as a steamer and slow cooker at the same time. Looks wise, it will be a nice addition to your kitchen counter as it has an attractive exterior finish. It has two pressure setting (low and high) and has the capacity to brown meat and reheat or warm food. When it comes to safety features, it has a cover that locks securely in place and a safety steam release that inhibits the lid from being opened when there is still pressure build up inside the pot. It is easy to operate as well because of its digital control and preset settings.

Cuisinart electric pressure cookware has a 6 quart capacity too and a matte black and stainless steel finish. It has the capacity to brown, simmer, saute and warm food as well. The digital controlled is push button and the cooking time comes with preprogrammed setting for high and low pressure. It boasts of seven safety features such as the pressure control device, automatic shut off and open and close lid safety device. It is definitely hassle and worry-free operation as it almost do everything for you. It requires less watching and you can proceed to doing other tasks in the house while it cooks the food for you.

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Our reviews reveals the these two brands of electric pressure cookers are equally outstanding and offer the same convenience and worry-free cooking. They are both safe and simple to operate. They are easy to clean because of the removable and non-stick cooking chamber inside. Price wise, they are almost the same (around $100) depending on where you will purchase them. Both have been a household name for years so it is just a matter of what brand you are comfortable with.