Vinod 18/8 Stainless Steel Splendid Plus 1.5L Pressure Cooker Review

The Vinod 18/8 Stainless Steel Splendid Plus 1.5L Pressure Cooker is a specialized kitchen tool designed for the modern, compact Indian home. With a 1.5-liter capacity, it is the ideal choice for bachelors, hostel students, or nuclear families who need to cook small side portions of dal, rice, or baby food. Unlike traditional aluminium cookers that make up 60% of the Indian market, this Vinod model uses premium 18/8 stainless steel. This ensures there is no metallic reactivity with acidic ingredients like tomatoes or tamarind, making it a healthier choice for health-conscious Indian households. The 'Splendid Plus' model features a heavy-duty sandwich base, making it fully compatible with both the 3-4 burner LPG gas stoves found in most Indian kitchens and the modern induction cooktops increasingly used in urban cities like Bangalore and Mumbai. This future-proofs your purchase if you transition from gas to electric cooking. In terms of cooking technique, this cooker supports the traditional 'whistle count' method used by Indian cooks for generations. For a small 1.5L unit, you can expect perfectly cooked soft rice in 2 whistles and yellow moong dal in 3-4 whistles. Safety is paramount, and Vinod ensures this with an ISI-certified design featuring a reliable pressure indicator and a safety valve that prevents over-pressurization. The locking lid mechanism provides a secure seal, though users accustomed to Hawkins' inner-lid design might find the outer-lid style of the Splendid Plus easier to clean and close. The cool-touch bakelite handles are essential for safe maneuvering over high gas flames. Backed by a 5-year warranty on both the body and the lid, Vinod offers a premium alternative to budget brands like Butterfly, ensuring durability and peace of mind for small-batch daily Indian cooking.