Okay, so I finally caved and got this 3-quart Instant Pot Duo after eyeing it for months. Here's the real tea - it's basically a magic cauldron for lazy cooks like me.

First off, the size is PERFECT for my studio apartment. Fits under cabinets even with the lid up (major win). Cooked rice in 12 minutes that tasted like my abuela's - no lie. Made yogurt that didn't taste like sadness. Even sautéed onions without setting off my smoke alarm (miracle).

The stainless steel pot is everything - no weird nonstick coating flakes in my food. Though fair warning: the steam release button placement is kinda dumb? I've definitely yelped while releasing pressure before learning to use a spoon.

Downsides? The app recipes are hit-or-miss (why does everything need coconut milk?). And it dents if you breathe on it wrong. But for $20 off Amazon Warehouse deals? Zero regrets.

Pro tip: Makes killer single-serving oatmeal overnight. Also somehow terrified my roommate's chihuahua - no idea why but now we call it 'The Dog Whistle'.

9/10 would recommend to college students, empty nesters, or anyone who wants homemade meals without actually cooking.