Will the Instant Pot Duo Plus drop on Black Friday 2026?
Down 40% last year. A big cut looks likely again.
HappenedBlack Friday 2025
A 40% cut, reported on 26 November.
ForecastBlack Friday 2026
Likely a big drop
- Last year's cut matched the pricier Pro's
- A long-running model that Instant discounts often
Should you wait for Black Friday?
Yes. A 40% cut last year is hard to beat. Wait unless you see something close before then.
The cheaper picks: what they really did
The percentages are real Black Friday 2025 cuts, as reported that week. The right column is our 2026 forecast.
Instant Pot Pro 6-Quart
−41%Likely a big drop
More presets and power; it fell 41% last year.
Ninja Combi 14-in-1 Multicooker (SFP701)
−32%Likely a moderate drop
Air frying and baking on top; a third off last year.
What this means: At these cuts the Pro costs only a little more. The Duo Plus is enough if you stick to the basics.
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Questions people ask
How much was the Instant Pot Duo Plus cut last year?
About 40%, reported on 26 November 2025.
Is the Whisper Quiet Duo Plus really quieter?
One reviewer tested the current version and found its steam release much quieter.
Can the Instant Pot Duo Plus bake cakes?
Yes, it has a cake setting among its nine functions.
How we reached this
Last year's cuts are the ones named outlets reported during Black Friday week 2025, against the regular price they quoted. The forecast is our reading of each model's age, its successors and last year's cuts. We never show prices.
We haven't tested these products ourselves. Our picks weigh independent expert reviews against each maker's published specs and the prices we checked. Opinions are ours; facts link to where they come from. How we choose.
Sources: Tom's Guide: Instant Pots are so underrated, and Black Friday is the best time to get one — save up to 41% now, Popular Science: Amazon is blowing out Ninja kitchen appliances for Black Friday: Save on toaster ovens, air fryers, blenders, and more.