Instant Pot Pro Max WiFi Smart 6 Qt 10-in-1

Cooking performance and features

The Pro Max runs at 1200 W with ten functions: pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, steam, sous vide, bake, rice, yogurt, NutriBoost and keep warm. The manufacturer claims up to 70% faster cooking than slow cooking, 60% less energy than conventional ovens and 20% more power than the Duo and RIO lines, though those are manufacturer comparisons, not independent measurements. Bon Appétit, which tested the Pro Max in a 2025 round-up, reported fast, even pressure cooking and praised the quiet steam release and sleek touchscreen.

The inner pot is tri-ply stainless steel with an aluminum core and a flat bottom, with stay-cool silicone handles. It is stovetop- and oven-safe to 350°F. The included steam rack has handles, and an extra sealing ring ships in the box. The WhisperQuiet steam release is a cover that quiets the release; it is not a silent or fully automatic venting system.

The app, Wi-Fi and a longevity question

The headline feature is built-in Wi-Fi paired with the Instant Connect app, which provides remote start, monitoring and setting changes plus a library of 2,000+ guided recipes. Bon Appétit found the app was not intuitive out of the gate and took time to sync. Tom’s Guide’s review of the related UK Pro model noted that users must select “Instant Pot Pro Max (Wi-Fi)” in the app rather than the product’s own name, an easy setup pitfall.

The bigger question is how long the app will be supported. Instant Pot retired the app for its 2018-era Smart WiFi line in 2023, leaving those owners without remote control. Owners in 2025 report the current Instant Connect app works and was updated, so the risk is generational rather than an active outage. If the Wi-Fi layer is your main reason to buy, weigh that retirement history.

What owners report

An owner on r/instantpot said the Pro Max avoids the burn issue they hit with chili and tomato dishes and is easier to clean than their previous cooker. Positive reviews on the Macy’s listing describe it as easy to use, quick and even cooking, easy Wi-Fi connection and sturdy and easy to wash. A Reddit commenter separately recommends the Wi-Fi Instant Pot line, saying the app was upgraded and works well on Android.

Not all reports are positive. One exact-model owner reported surprisingly long preheating despite the extra power. That is a single owner report, not a defect rate.

Running costs and maintenance

There are no subscription or capsule costs. The app is free. The inner pot, sealing ring, steam rack and steam-release cap are dishwasher-safe; the lid is hand-wash only. The warranty is one year from purchase or delivery, non-transferable, and Instant Pot Brands is not responsible for shipping costs.

Is it worth it?

Instant Pot lists the Pro Max at $229.99, Crate & Barrel at $229.95 and Bon Appétit listed it at $230. A Reddit commenter argued it is “almost the same pot as the Pro Plus” and that the 20% higher power is unlikely to change total cook time. That makes the Pro Max a styling and newest-platform purchase more than a performance upgrade unless you specifically want the WhisperQuiet release and the updated app.

Below roughly $180 it becomes a reasonable premium smart-cooker buy. Near $230, compare it directly against the Pro Plus and against non-Wi-Fi 10-in-1 models, since the Wi-Fi and app layer is the main differentiator and carries app-longevity risk.

Which model this is

This page covers the Instant Pot Pro Max Wi-Fi Smart 6 Qt 10-in-1, SKU 112-5679-01. Do not confuse it with the older Instant Pot Smart WiFi (2018, 1000 W), the Instant Pot Max (2019, 1100 W), the Instant Pot Pro (no Wi-Fi in the US) or the Pro Plus (the previous Wi-Fi generation). A 2024 unboxing video lists the boxed model as 112-5678-01 while the current manufacturer SKU is 112-5679-01; this possible revision drift remains unexplained.

The Amazon listing is ASIN B0D365PHCD.

Sources

Manufacturer:

• Instant Pot Pro Max Smart 6QT Multi-Cooker product page
• Pro Max WiFi Multi-Cooker US User Manual
• Instant Pot 4, 5 & 6 QT Sealing Ring

Independent reviews:

• The Best Instant Pots for Cooking Smarter, Not Harder (Bon Appétit)
• The Best Electric Pressure Cooker Is an Instant Pot (Wirecutter)
• Which Instant Pot Should You Buy? (Serious Eats)

Owner reports:

• Instant Pot 6-Quart Pro Max Pressure Cooker with Wi-Fi (r/instantpot)
• Instant Pot Pro Max 6QT (r/instantpot)
• Upset - Instant Pot WiFi Discontinued (r/instantpot)
• Instant Pot Pro Max Wifi Multi Cooker Unboxing (YouTube)
• Instant Pot 6Qt Pro Max Smart 10-in-1 Multi-Cooker (Macy’s)

Retailers:

• Instant Pot 6-Quart Pro Max Pressure Cooker with Wi-Fi (Crate & Barrel)
• Instant Pot PRO Max Wi-Fi Smart 6-qt. 10-in-1 (Kohl’s)