Our Place Dream Cooker Review + 4 Top Pressure Cookers

 I’m always on the hunt for appliances that actually earn their counter space — and the Our Place Dream Cooker immediately caught my eye. A 4-in-1 multi-cooker that pressure-cooks, slow-cooks, sautés, sears, and keeps food warm? In that signature Our Place aesthetic, and with a ceramic insert made without PFAS? I had to try it. Here’s my total and complete honest review.

What is the Our Place Dream Cooker?

The Our Place Dream Cooker is a 6-quart multi-cooker designed to handle everything from quick weeknight pressure-cooked dinners to long, slow-simmered weekend braises — all in one pot. What makes it stand out from the typical pressure cooker crowd? That ceramic nonstick inner pot. It’s non-stick without any of the toxic coating concerns, which, as someone who pays attention to that stuff, is a genuinely big deal. The touchscreen controls keep things clean and simple, and the countertop-ready design means it looks good enough to actually leave out. No hiding this one in a cabinet!

Specifications

I’m reviewing the 6-quart model, which is so cute and fits super well on my kitchen counter.

Brand and Name	Our Place Dream Cooker
Dimensions	13.3″D x 12.4″W x 15.2″H
Capacity	6 Quarts
Material	Aluminum with ceramic nonstick coating
Inner Pot	Ceramic, PFAS-free nonstick
Functions	Pressure cook, sauté/sear, slow cook, warm
Controls	Touchscreen
Special Features	Auto steam release, 9 built-in safety features, keep warm, locking lid
Wattage	1200 watts
Price Point	$199

This pressure cooker creamy chicken and rice makes a great main dish and reaps leftovers!

What Can You Cook in the Dream Cooker?

The Dream Cooker is built for the everyday meals your family actually eats — soups, stews, braises, grains, and more. Here are some 40 Aprons recipes you could make in this multi-cooker!

Pressure Cook Recipes:

• Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup
• Instant Pot Chicken Carnitas
• Instant Pot Tomato Soup
• Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo
• Instant Pot Pork Roast with Carrots, Potatoes, and Gravy

Slow Cook Recipes:

• Slow Cooker Tom Kha Soup 
• Slow Cooker Meatloaf
• Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
• Crockpot Boursin Chicken
• Crockpot Zuppa Toscana (Whole30)

My Honest Review of the Our Place Dream Cooker

I use the Dream Cooker a lot more than I expected to when I first got it. The pressure cook function is the one I reach for constantly — it turns a full pot of chicken soup into a real weeknight possibility, and the sauté/sear mode means I’m not dirtying an extra pan just to brown meat before braising. Everything happens in one pot, which is the whole point!

The ceramic insert is genuinely one of my favorite things about it. It’s actually non-stick, it cleans up easily, and I don’t have to think about what might be leaching into my food. That matters to me, and I suspect it matters to a lot of you, too.

That said, there’s a learning curve. The startup process is more specific than you’d expect — there’s a particular button you have to press that isn’t obviously labeled as “the one that starts things,” and I pressed the wrong thing more than once before I got the hang of it. 

And the auto steam release? It genuinely startled me the first few times. Unlike the Instant Pot where you manually open a valve, this one just starts releasing on its own. Safe, yes — but also not something I was expecting at all.

It hasn’t fully replaced my GreenLife slow cooker for pure slow cooking yet. But as a true multi-cooker that does everything in one beautiful pot? It absolutely earns its counter space.

What Are the Pros?

• That ceramic insert is genuinely a game-changer — non-stick and non-toxic, no PFAS, no sketchy coatings. It releases food easily, cleans up like a dream, and for me, it’s the whole reason to choose this over a regular pressure cooker.
• Y’all, I actually use all four functions. Pressure cook on a busy Tuesday, slow cook on a lazy Sunday, sauté right in the pot so I’m not dirtying another pan, and warm so dinner stays ready whenever everyone finally sits down. That’s a real multi-cooker.
• It’s cute enough to live on the counter full-time — and trust me, that matters more than you think. If an appliance is ugly, I’m hiding it in a cabinet and never using it. This one stays out, and I’m happy about it.
• The auto steam release is a nice touch for pressure cooking beginners. It starts depressurizing on its own once cooking’s done, which means one less thing to think about (even if it surprised me at first — more on that below!).
• The touchscreen is clean and straightforward. No confusing presets or a hundred buttons you’ll never figure out. Just time, temperature, and mode. 

What Are the Cons?

• The startup process is not obvious. There’s a specific button you have to press to actually get it going that you would never guess on your own. Read the manual — for real this time.
• The auto depressurization will startle you. When cooking ends, it just… starts releasing steam on its own. It’s perfectly safe, but if you’re used to the Instant Pot where you decide when to release, it’s a little alarming the first few times. Consider yourself warned!
• Manual quick-release is a press-and-hold situation. Unlike the Instant Pot where you just flip a valve, here you have to press and hold a button to release steam yourself. Not a dealbreaker, just different — and worth knowing going in.
• No steam insert included, which… come on. At $199, a steamer basket should absolutely be in the box. It’s a small thing, but it’s the kind of omission that makes a difference.

Conclusion: Is the Our Place Dream Cooker Worth it?

If you want a multi-cooker that looks gorgeous on your counter, has a genuinely non-toxic ceramic insert, and handles pressure cooking, slow cooking, and sautéing all in one pot, the Dream Cooker absolutely delivers. The quirks are real, but they’re learnable. Once you know the startup process, it becomes second nature.

If you’re a diehard Instant Pot user who loves total manual control over every step, the learning curve might feel frustrating at firstand,  if slow cooking is your main use, it hasn’t quite beaten out a dedicated slow cooker. But as a true everyday multi-cooker that earns its counter space and doesn’t compromise on materials? It’s a solid yes from me!

Where Do I Buy the Our Place Dream Cooker?

You can pick up the Our Place Dream Cooker on Amazon or directly from the Our Place website! If you end up grabbing one, I’d love to hear in the comments how you like it — especially once you get past that startup learning curve.

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More Top Pressure Cookers

Maybe you’re just not dazzled with the Dream Cooker, I get it. Here’s a list of alternatives that are just as great! We’ve listed them from lowest to highest pricing.

COSORI Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker 6QT

The COSORI Pressure Cooker packs 9 functions — pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, sous vide, and more — into a 6-quart pot with a ceramic nonstick insert that’s BPA-free and genuinely easy to clean. The backward-angled steam release and 12 safety features make it a great pick if pressure cooking still makes you a little nervous. And at under $100, it’s the move if you want a true multi-cooker workhorse without the splurge. Price: $89.99.

Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 Multicooker, Pressure Cooker

The Instant Pot Duo Plus is the OG for a reason — it does soo much: pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, sous vide, rice, yogurt, and more, all in a 6-quart stainless steel pot that’s dishwasher-safe and built to last. It’s got 15 one-touch programs, a real-time display, and over 10 safety features, so it’s just as beginner-friendly as it is capable. If you want a proven, reliable multi-cooker with a massive recipe community behind it, this is the ONE. Price: $139.99.

Blue Diamond Ceramic 16-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker

If the ceramic nonstick insert is your whole reason for wanting the Our Place Dream Cooker but the price gives you pause, the Blue Diamond is worth a serious look — same PFAS-free, metal-utensil-safe ceramic coating, 16 cooking functions, and a quick-release button right on the control panel so you never have to touch a knob or lever. It’s honestly a lot of cooker for the cost! Price: $139.99.

Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker

The Ninja Foodi is kind of the best of both worlds — it pressure cooks AND air fries, so you can get that fall-apart tender meat with an actually crispy finish, all without switching appliances. Ten functions total, 6.5-quart capacity, and it can fit a whole 5-pound chicken, which honestly makes weeknight roasting feel way more doable. If you’ve ever wished your pressure cooker could also make crispy food, try this baby out. Price: $199.99.

I hope you found this review of the Our Place Dream Cooker informative, so you can make the best purchasing choice. And if you do decide to grab one, let me know if you love it!