I have a standard stove top pressure cooker. Absolutely fantastic. Constantly in use. I do stews and add potatoes towards the end for a one pot dinner."(Advice from Mumsnet user billy1966) Pressure cookers have had negative press in the past, with stories of them exploding and throwing their contents across the kitchen. However, today’s models have built-in safety features to give you peace of mind while you’re cooking. I have a 6-litre Kuhn Rikon duromatic stovetop pressure cooker - not the cheapest, but it’s excellent. Very energy efficient and durable, and the perfect size for a family meal with plenty leftover." (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user burblish)

Prestige PRASV10 Pressure Cooker, 10 Liter, SILVER Prestige PRASV10 Pressure Cooker, 10 Liter, SILVER

EXTRA CAPACITY - The iconic high dome design and 6 litre capacity is great for batch & family cooking, providing up to 8-10 servings. Mentioned on the Mumsnet forums almost as much as the Instant Pot is the Pressure King Pro, another outstanding performer in the world of pressure cookers. Plus, it's so compact that you can simply pop it away in the cupboard next to your food storage containers when you're done.Even if you’ve only got a compact kitchen space with which to work, choosing to buy a small pressure cooker could be a fantastic investment. You could transform your cooking experience with a Prestige pressure cooker, taking all the hassle out of your favourite recipes and turning a formerly time-consuming task into a tasteful delight. Perfect for couples or small families, this little 3L device is not only a pressure cooker, but also doubles up as a slow cooker as well. It has eight preset programmes, each perfect for a specific food type, be it rice or meat or soup, as well as a handy timer so you can set it to finish cooking just as you arrive home. We also love that it comes in larger sizes, so you can choose the right capacity for your family. Here are the main things to think about when choosing a stove-top pressure cooker: Size and materials

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LET US TAKE THE PRESSURE OUT OF COOKING - The best pressure cooker should be built to last - ours comes with a 10 year guarantee, but some of our customers have their high domes for over 40 years! If you grew up in the seventies or eighties then chances are you have slightly terrifying memories of a pressure cooker ominously rattling away on the stove, making all manner of strange noises. ACCESSORIES - The 4L pressure cooker does not contain any accessories. The 6L pressure cooker comes with a practical steamer, divider, and trivet. If you’ve decided that an electric pressure cooker is right for you, here are some things to think about when choosing between models: Size I have had a cheap Tower pressure cooker from Argos. It’s been excellent and I have no complaints at all! I use it most weeks as a pressure cooker and also the large pan size is useful for cooking other things.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnetter MissingFriendandSad) Our verdictLearn more about the art of pressure cooking and find mealtime inspiration by browsing BBC Good Food's pressure cooker recipes .