Instant Pot Stainless Steel Inner Pot vs. Demeyere Industry5 Stainless Pan

Materials

• 18/8 stainless steel interior
• No non-stick coating

Common claims

• Food-grade stainless steel
• Multi-function cooker
• No PTFE coating

Concerns / watch-outs

• Some models offer non-stick inner pots as accessories — avoid those and stick with the stainless insert
• Gasket/seals are silicone; replace per manufacturer schedule

Notes

The standard stainless insert is one of the cleanest cooking vessel options. Avoid the optional non-stick insert accessories if PFAS avoidance is a priority.

Cleaner alternatives

• stainless steel
• enameled cast iron

Materials

• 5-ply stainless steel
• aluminum core

Common claims

• TriplInduc technology
• InductoSeal base
• Lifetime warranty

Concerns / watch-outs

• Premium price point
• Nickel content may be a concern for those with nickel sensitivity

Notes

Belgian-made professional cookware with excellent heat distribution. Completely PFAS-free and built to last decades.

Cleaner alternatives

• allclad stainless set
• misen stainless pan