Vinod V-2L Stainless Steel Sandwich Bottom Pressure Cooker, 2-Liter,Silver,Medium

This Vinod 3.5 liter P.C. is a good sturdy P.C. and it meets all my requirements while two others did not. Glass lid doubles it's usefulness. Searching through not-made-in-the-USA small Pressure Cookers is a little like an Easter Egg Hunt. Based on what you're able to glean from the site you try to make a smart choice until you unpackage it. Too small, too short, low pressure only, bent handle, etc. Basically, With Pressure Cookers they either work or they don't. First and foremost is Operating Pressure. 50KPA =7 lbs - 80KPA =11 lbs - 100KPA = 1 Atmosphere; 14.3 lbs. Some Pressure Cookers are 80KPA - 11 lbs/sq inch. My Instant Pot is Duo Pressure at 50 and 80 KPA. Cooking time increases with lower pressure. Next, is capacity, as rating is not always what you think, Same size can be low and fat, taller and smaller diameter. This Vinod is just about the right size and shape for my intended use; Base is 5 inches deep, 7 inches (18cm) rim diameter.I lead with how good a conductor this base is; it's extra thick. Works great on my Induction Top. Heats up fast; not long before it's whistling away. Whistle is really a not-to-be-ignored—PHSSSSSSSSST! Odd, but easy to get accustomed to. This method of steam release works very well in keeping pressure up. Number of "whistles" acts as a natural timer that can be counted in nearby rooms. Blaster is no big deal, although dog will probably hide under the bed when it first goes off. This type of release is standard issue for multi-millions of Indian Cookpersons. Embossed on top of this 3.5 litre Vinod is that release pressure is one atmosphere - 14.3 lbs/sq inch. Exactly what I want.Though rated at 3.5 liters, I would say practically, for use, it's really 3.0 liters compared to my Presto 4 qt P.C. that actually holds 4 qts. of water. 3 liters of water will fill 1/2 inch from brim. That's because they rate as Gross Volume Area - GVA - that includes extra space in the lid. 2.3 liters is 3/4 full that is max water volume you can use. Less for food items that expand like pasta, oatmeal. The number one Pilot Error with Pressure Cooking is too much heat, too little water, usually both; especially with foods that absorb a lot of water. If you cook rice, water amount and cooking time must be spot-on or rice will burn. Better to use a Rice Cooker or saucepan with a lid.I wanted a smaller pressure cooker and this fills the bill. It's real pretty, shiny. I guess they're all doing it now. You have to use silicone spatulas, spoons. Get a can of Bar Keepers Friend, wash with soft cloth. It's rated as Dishwasher safe. My old presto is dull, smooth finish, It's really tough stainless; metal utensils will not scratch it. Decades of use, burnt on food. Looks just like the day I bought it. I prefer it to super shiny. Maintenance is no-fuss.A word of advice when closing lid on this P.C. Gasket is long-lasting, kind of "bouncy" when you are pressing down to close the lid. Cooker must be on a sturdy surface. with handle facing you, you have to exert an adequate amount of downward pressure with fingers over the top. Make sure that top is level with base as it's easy to cock cover with rear, one o'clock section of gasket not latched under the rim, otherwise when fired up steam is misting around rear of cooker and will not build up pressure. Once you do it a few times, it's easy. Not at all dangerous if you don't get it latched. If it sounds like this is some kind of big deal, it's not. It's not a Con or reason to remove a star for rating. It's just peculiar to this particular Cooker. Check seal at rear of cooker, easy to spot if it's not right.What can I say: it works; it looks nice; quality is good. SAS Base is a big plus. Blaster; ahem-[whistling], steam release is standard issue for Cookers from India where every household has a Pressure Cooker. It came well packaged and was definitely brand new. That it comes with a glass lid was an extra inducement for me to buy. I would recommend to a family member or friend.

I ordered Vinod’s pressure cooker for the first time. I was a little apprehensive before ordering it but when my MIL told me that they use a lot of Vinod’s cookware in Masterchef in India, I thought why not give it a try. The quality is superb. And it’s so easy to close and open the lid. The thickness of the bottom makes it easy to roast masala without burning it. I would definitely recommend buying this. It is value for money.

I had high expectations when I purchased this Vinod stainless steel pressure cooker, which was delivered on March 31, 2025. We decided to use it for the first time today, April 2, 2025, and what happened was absolutely terrifying.Within just 10 minutes of cooking rice, the valve blew off, and the iron ball inside the valve popped out with force. If anyone had been in the kitchen at that moment, this could have caused serious injury. Thankfully, we were not nearby—but the thought of what could have happened is horrifying.Now, I can’t even be sure if this was a genuine, brand-new product or if there’s an issue with the brand itself. Either way, this is completely unacceptable. I don’t know whether to blame Vinod or the seller, but I am beyond disappointed and frustrated.If you have toddlers at home, stay FAR AWAY from this pressure cooker. A total NO. If you need a pressure cooker, you're better off buying one from India or choosing another brand. This is not just a bad product—it’s a dangerous one.I wish I could give this ZERO stars.

The pressure cooker works on the induction stove and works as intended but I had to return it because the handle just came off on its own and I could not figure out a way to put it back. If you are looking for one, do get the kind the lid goes inside of the cooker.

This is my favorite pan in the kitchen. It's excellent as a pressure cooker and also just used as a sauce pan with no pressure. As a pressue cooker, Rice cooks perfectly every time. I let it heat until it vents one time, then shut off the burner and let it sit until the pressure goes down naturally and I can open it. This has a heavy bottom that does great heat distribution and tempering.

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Product itself is great and works well. However, 1 star for the customer service and delivery time. I have amazon prime but product didn’t arrive within given time frame. I contacted support but they didn’t respond me in a timely manner. Later they kept saying it’s out of delivery which i knew already. Need to imrpove customer service.

I have used VINOD pressure cooker for many years and found to be the best one. I totally love it! It’s so easy to use with the perfect result every time. When I read negative reviews, I just smile. With all due respect, I don’t think they know how to use the cooker property. This is considered the best brand in India. It is known as a “whistler”. It is very different than Presto brand of cookers. Every recipe has a number of whistles to count. All you have to do is count the whistles and shut off the range when the count is complete. Let is stand for a few minutes, cool down a bit and then slowly release the weight on top. If you expect to open it right away the lid will not because of the steam pressure inside. Read the instructions carefully before using it for the first time. The stainless steel is of very high quality with sandwich bottom. If you care for yours properly, it will look just as bright after years of service. I also own a Presto pressure cooker which is good too but my most favorite is my “Whistler” which makes cooking easy, breezy and delicious! Good luck to the present and future owners. 👍