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Instant Pot Vortex Plus VersaZone vs ProfiCook PC-FR 1242

What Pot Vortex Plus VersaZone does better (3) and where PC-FR 1242 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

Instant Pot Vortex Plus VersaZone
7.2Score
3 advantages≈ US$95
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ProfiCook PC-FR 1242
ProfiCook · 2023PC-FR 1242
7.2Score
3 advantages≈ US$100
6.0Power & capacity8.0
7.7Versatility6.2
6.3Controls & convenience3.6

Why is Pot Vortex Plus VersaZone better than PC-FR 1242?

  1. BakingYes · PC-FR 1242: No
  2. Grill functionYes · PC-FR 1242: No
  3. DisplayTouchscreen vs LED

Why is PC-FR 1242 better than Pot Vortex Plus VersaZone?

  1. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)8.5 l vs 9 l+6%
  2. Keep warmNo · Pot Vortex Plus VersaZone: Yes
  3. Non-stick coatingNo · Pot Vortex Plus VersaZone: Yes
Specifications

Side by side

Power & capacity
Power—2,400 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)8.5 l9 l
Max. temperature180 °C180 °C
Cooking modes
FunctionsAir fry, Bake, Roast, Grill, ReheatAir fry, Keep warm
SteamingNoNo
BakingYesNo
Grill functionYesNo
DehydratingNoNo
Keep warmNoYes
Baskets / cooking zones11
Viewing window—No
Controls & smart
DisplayTouchscreenLED
Timer—No
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoNo
Non-stick coatingNoYes
HousingPlasticPlastic
Width403 mm—
Height317 mm—
Depth384 mm—
ColoursBlackBlack
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