--- product_id: 813667 title: "01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver" brand: "presto" price: "Β£84.33" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Presto" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/813667-01264-6-quart-aluminum-pressure-cooker-silver store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Safety lock & pressure indicator 3-10x faster cooking Heavy-gauge aluminum for even heat 01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver **Brand:** presto **Price:** Β£84.33 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”₯ Cook Fast, Eat Fresh, Stay Ahead! πŸ”₯ ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver by presto - **How much does it cost?** Β£84.33 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/813667-01264-6-quart-aluminum-pressure-cooker-silver) ## Best For - presto enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted presto brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Safety First, Always:** Cover lock indicator and automatic pressure regulator guarantee safe, worry-free cooking. - β€’ **Multi-Task Like a Pro:** Special rack lets you cook multiple foods simultaneously without flavor crossoverβ€”meal prep just got smarter. - β€’ **Peace of Mind Warranty:** Backed by an extended 12-year limited warranty, this pressure cooker is a kitchen investment that lasts. - β€’ **Speed Meets Efficiency:** Cook meals 3 to 10 times faster, saving precious time and energy without compromising flavor. - β€’ **Built to Last & Perform:** Heavy-gauge aluminum construction ensures rapid, even heating for perfectly cooked dishes every time. ## Overview The Presto 01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker is a durable, fast, and safe kitchen essential designed for busy professionals who demand flavorful, nutrient-rich meals in a fraction of the time. Featuring heavy-gauge aluminum for even heating, an automatic pressure regulator, and a cover lock indicator, it cooks food 3 to 10 times faster while preserving taste and nutrients. Its multi-food rack and helper handle enhance convenience, and the 12-year warranty ensures long-term reliability. ## Description desertcart.com Pressure cookers have experienced renewed popularity over the last several years because cooks have rediscovered what some cooks (particularly grandmas) have known for a long time--they're really fast. And it's easy to cook healthfully with pressure cookers, since the food retains so much more of its nutrients and flavor. Presto's 6-quart aluminum pressure cooker is a multi-purpose pot that can stand in as a conventional soup pot as well as perform the kitchen magic that pressure cookers are famous for. Chicken Cacciatore cooks in 8 minutes! This durable, polished-aluminum pressure cooker is an economical addition to any well-rounded set of kitchen tools. The heavy-duty lid locks down during cooking; an inner sealing ring keeps the steam in. In addition to a pop-up pressure indicator and a simple steam release mechanism, there is an overpressure plug that will let off steam if it builds up excessively. This pressure cooker is useful for weeknight dinners or for any meal that needs to come together quickly. An accompanying booklet contains more than 65 recipes, ranging from basic soup stocks to stews and pot roasts--even desserts like 5-minute custards! Tenderize lean cuts of beef or pork; or cook chicken, fish, or vegetables faster than you can in a microwave, and without losing moisture. Nonabrasive cleansers are best for cleaning this polished aluminum pressure cooker, though occasional use of a fine metal polish will help the exterior keep its shine. The Presto 6-quart aluminum pressure cooker is fully immersible; in addition, the sealing ring should be removed after each use to allow cleaning of the inside rim of the lid. The vent pipe is simple to keep clean with a small brush or pipe cleaner, and both the air vent/cover lock and the overpressure plug are removable. The pressure cooker measures 9 inches in diameter (17 inches including handles) and 8-1/2 inches tall (including lid). Presto guarantees this pressure cooker with an extended 12-year warranty. A detailed instruction and recipe booklet is included; special safety issues that pertain to pressure cookers are clearly explained. --Garland Withers Product Description The smart choice for healthy, flavorful meals, fast and easy. Foods cook 3 to 10 times faster than ordinary cooking methods, saving time, energy, and money. Includes easy-to-follow instructions and delicious recipes. Chicken, fish, meat, vegetables, and even desserts cook to perfection fast. Helps tenderize economical cuts of meat. Strong, heavy-gauge aluminum for quick, even heating. Suitable for use on regular and smooth-top ranges. Pressure regulator maintains the proper cooking pressure automatically. Cover lock indicator shows if there is pressure inside the cooker. Special rack included for cooking several foods at once with no intermingling of flavors. Helper handle for ease of handling. Fully immersible and dishwasher safe with the sealing ring and over-pressure plug removed. Extended 12-year limited warranty. Do not fill pressure cooker over 2/3 full. For soup, grains, and dry beans and peas which expand during cooking, do not fill cooker over 1/2 full. Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and developing excess pressure Review: Essential for every kitchen! - If you don't have a pressure cooker and have been considering it, you really can't go wrong with this one. I own Presto brand aluminum pressure cookers in three different sizes, this 4 quart being my most recent purchase. The 4 qt. does not have the additional "lip" on the opposite side that the 6 qt does (which in my opinion makes it easier to handle) however it is a bit smaller so it's not that bad. Just be careful when lifting it into the sink to apply cold water before letting it cool down to open. This 4 qt size is perfect for a single person, or making small meals. I used it the day it arrived to cook chicken in. The chicken was cooked to perfection, and falling off the bone in just 25 minutes! If you haven't used a pressure cooker before, and this will be your first time, I offer the following tips: Get your food in, seal it up, and set it on the burner you want to use. Turn the burner up to high. It can take up to 15 minutes for the knob on top to start rocking. Once it does, turn down the heat about halfway. It may be a little noisy to some if you are standing right next to it, but it is nothing to be alarmed about. It's normal. Don't turn the heat down until after the knob starts rocking or you will either delay your cooking time or end up with less than tender meat. I didn't know this the first time I used one of these, and of course I was cooking a very thick roast. Still even with the "refire" a roast that would have taken several hours in the oven only took about 75 minutes to be perfectly done. My first purchase was of a 23 quart for canning/jarring. Second was of a 6 quart a year after which since I purchased I have used every single day. And most recently this 4 quart which I used the day it arrived, and will use several times a week undoubtedly. If you have a busy lifestyle like me you really cant live without these. They greatly reduce your cooking time while still producing a fabulous meal. I've always loved to cook, and really cant fathom why I didn't incorporate these into my life years ago. I've gotten rid of several of the pots I had prior to purchasing these because they double as pots too. I could truly get by with these, and just one square griddle. I wouldn't hesitate to buy more, and will likely replace the ones I have with the stainless steel versions at some point. I will say that the aluminum versions do tend to rub black all over you for several cleanings. Also they tend to stain a lot easier. While the stainless steel are double the price if you can afford it they are worth it. If you cant at least get the aluminum for the convenience, and just upgrade to the stainless steel when you are able to. In closing I recommend you stop thinking about it, and just get one. They aren't that expensive, and they pay for themselves quickly. Because of course time is money. Review: Excellent pressure cooker! - I have been using this model for over a decade now. I use it mostly for making pinto beans but it works well for anything other foods. I would recommend washing this pressure cooker by hand because the dishwasher will strip off the shiny finish. ## Features - Chicken, fish, meat, and vegetables cook to perfection fast. Helps tenderize economical cuts of meat. Strong heavy-gauge aluminum for quick, even heating. - Works on regular and smooth-top ranges. Pressure regulator maintains the proper cooking pressure automatically. - Cover lock indicator shows when there is pressure inside the cooker and prevents the cover from being opened until pressure is safely reduced. - Helper handle for ease of handling. Also includes a special rack for cooking several foods at once with no intermingling of flavors. - Extended 12-year limited warranty. Pressure cooking preserves flavors and nutrients and even tenderizes lean cuts of meat ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00006ISG3 | | Best Sellers Rank | #13,077 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #6 in Pressure Cookers | | Brand | Presto | | Brand Name | Presto | | Capacity | 6 Quarts | | Closure Type | Outer Lid | | Color | Silver | | Control Method | Touch | | Controller Type | Hand Control | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 10,085 Reviews | | Finish Type | Stainless Steel | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00075741012643, 00132017568539 | | Included Components | Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Instruction Booklet, Recipe Booklet, Special Rack | | Is the item dishwasher safe? | Yes | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9.68"D x 17.37"W x 8.56"H | | Item Type Name | Pressure cooker | | Item Weight | 4.3 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Presto | | Material | Aluminum | | Model Number | 01264 | | Operation Mode | Automatic | | Part Number | 01264 | | Product Dimensions | 9.68"D x 17.37"W x 8.56"H | | Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible | | Special Features | Microwave Safe | | UPC | 885154770968 110709017510 012301116991 885175090052 725638152371 791769521812 021112830187 786173695600 747725023739 168141478901 885670727316 782298398631 885883790824 872182673798 885224562325 885246204586 778890712777 885581718748 163120593453 885442342402 757410126430 885870510831 885228552575 783761482413 885182837077 854432494971 163120762095 666671370806 115970811225 792481256129 7875437787… | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 100 Volts | | Warranty Description | Warranty | | Wattage | 1000 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Presto - **Capacity:** 6 Quarts - **Color:** Silver - **Control Method:** Touch - **Finish Type:** Stainless Steel - **Item Weight:** 4.3 Pounds - **Material:** Aluminum - **Product Dimensions:** 9.68"D x 17.37"W x 8.56"H - **Special Feature:** Microwave Safe - **Wattage:** 1000 watts ## Images ![01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51S4A0vS-ML.jpg) ![01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71CzflREYkL.jpg) ![01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61NXY8Wl6JL.jpg) ![01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/618btHfA6uL.jpg) ![01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61pM8TzvYIL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: what is the difference in cooking between the aluminum and the stainless steel pressure cookers** A: The heat is the difference plus the cleaning. When I have cooked with the SS one that I had it handled the heat better without scorching. The aluminum has a lower heat rating(not mentioned anywhere just what I have observed). Also cleaning the residue from cooking from aluminum to SS different. But I am happy with my aluminum pressure cooker. There are a few small adjustments. The difference in price and size was important in getting a new pressure cooker for us. But If you don't have price in mind go with the SS. If price is a consideration/size the aluminum is a very GOOD purchase!! **Q: Will 4 pint jars fit in the cooker?** A: The jars may not fit, per the other answers. However, here are the newest recommendations for water and pressure canning of tomato products: https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/can3_tomato.html **Q: What psi (pounds per sq. inch) does this cook at? Pressure cookers commonly come 15 psi (the fastest) but less-expensive ones often cook at 10 or 5.** A: 14 1/2 to 15 psi. I installed a Presto pressure gauge and measured mine. ~14+ gently rocking. 15 with the rocker spinning moderately. You might also care to know that I checked Presto's replacement part numbers for the vent tube. Apparently all Presto pressure cookers AND pressure canners use the same vent tube. Savings from quantity manufacturing I suppose. THEREFORE, you can purchase the three ring 5-10-15 psi Presto Canner Pressure Regulator and use it for reduced pressure in any pressure cooker. And you can certainly use a pressure cooker for canning small jars. **Q: does the regulator on top of the pressure cooker jiggle once it gets to correct pressure?** A: All of our current pressure cookers(besides our 8 quart stainless steel model), will have a regulator that rocks. If you have any questions regarding your cooker, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Department via phone at 1-800-877-0441 or e-mail at contact1@gopresto.com. Thank you. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Essential for every kitchen! *by S***Z on July 11, 2013* If you don't have a pressure cooker and have been considering it, you really can't go wrong with this one. I own Presto brand aluminum pressure cookers in three different sizes, this 4 quart being my most recent purchase. The 4 qt. does not have the additional "lip" on the opposite side that the 6 qt does (which in my opinion makes it easier to handle) however it is a bit smaller so it's not that bad. Just be careful when lifting it into the sink to apply cold water before letting it cool down to open. This 4 qt size is perfect for a single person, or making small meals. I used it the day it arrived to cook chicken in. The chicken was cooked to perfection, and falling off the bone in just 25 minutes! If you haven't used a pressure cooker before, and this will be your first time, I offer the following tips: Get your food in, seal it up, and set it on the burner you want to use. Turn the burner up to high. It can take up to 15 minutes for the knob on top to start rocking. Once it does, turn down the heat about halfway. It may be a little noisy to some if you are standing right next to it, but it is nothing to be alarmed about. It's normal. Don't turn the heat down until after the knob starts rocking or you will either delay your cooking time or end up with less than tender meat. I didn't know this the first time I used one of these, and of course I was cooking a very thick roast. Still even with the "refire" a roast that would have taken several hours in the oven only took about 75 minutes to be perfectly done. My first purchase was of a 23 quart for canning/jarring. Second was of a 6 quart a year after which since I purchased I have used every single day. And most recently this 4 quart which I used the day it arrived, and will use several times a week undoubtedly. If you have a busy lifestyle like me you really cant live without these. They greatly reduce your cooking time while still producing a fabulous meal. I've always loved to cook, and really cant fathom why I didn't incorporate these into my life years ago. I've gotten rid of several of the pots I had prior to purchasing these because they double as pots too. I could truly get by with these, and just one square griddle. I wouldn't hesitate to buy more, and will likely replace the ones I have with the stainless steel versions at some point. I will say that the aluminum versions do tend to rub black all over you for several cleanings. Also they tend to stain a lot easier. While the stainless steel are double the price if you can afford it they are worth it. If you cant at least get the aluminum for the convenience, and just upgrade to the stainless steel when you are able to. In closing I recommend you stop thinking about it, and just get one. They aren't that expensive, and they pay for themselves quickly. Because of course time is money. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent pressure cooker! *by B***M on May 13, 2026* I have been using this model for over a decade now. I use it mostly for making pinto beans but it works well for anything other foods. I would recommend washing this pressure cooker by hand because the dishwasher will strip off the shiny finish. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Will Do In A Pinch *by N***E on April 23, 2018* Didn't know what size to get but careful reading of instructions and what I make I determined this was the best size for me. Couldn't decide between a 4qt and a 6 qt. I wanted a 6 qt but Amazon forced you to buy Amazon Prime if you wanted the 6 qt and I didn't want that FORCED on me as I don't want Prime Membership right now and didn't want the hassle to quit later. But as it turned out the 4 qt is more than enough for one or two people or even if you have a small child. It's well and simply made and very cheap compared to others out there. Was not sure about the crude rocking cap but it works, is reliable and simple to see if the pressure is correct by it's gentle rocking. One decision to buy this was the gasket and other rubber seals are cheap to replace. The other one I looked at and really liked, the gasket and rubber replacements would cost me nearly $18 dollars a year to upkeep paying for another of their Pressure Cookers in only 3 YEARS!! The aluminum used is soft and scratches and stains easily and is not hardened i.e anodized. I wish it was but the cost would go higher too. But the manual gives a way to remove stains. Have not tried it as the light stains don't bother me. I also did NOT detect any aluminum taste with dishes that contain acidic ingredients. A well-known site tested for aluminum and said it leeches .0025 of aluminum, but said when you take an antacid, one tablet contains 250 mg of aluminum! Drinking from soda cans can give you 1 or 2 mg of it. If that still bothers you go get a stainless-steel one. But the shape changes compared to the aluminum one even though they have the same capacity. I think the SS model is flatter and not as tall. I bought it mostly to cook beans in it and it excels at that. I tried their bean recipe and it's good as any. Completely satisfied. I also use it to cook soups, stews and am still experimenting. I don't know which is better at the moment for doing the latter as I only had this for a few months. Whether traditional cooking, i.e. Crockpot (failed at beans unless you buy it canned) or traditional stove, coil or gas. I can't seem to get the full flavor nuances on the latter when using the Pressure Cooker, however, strangely, we did gobble up everything made by it. Cabbage in soup gets overcooked, though, as this is powerful and and has only one setting at 15 lbs. Perhaps delicate herbs and flavoring get smothered by the extreme pressure? Maybe not either, as I'm still experimenting in amounts and may take me a year or more to determine the truth, as I don't use fresh herbs and tend to customize my recipes on the fly. I might add, also, it has a strangely very comfortable handle. See you in one year. ;) ## Frequently Bought Together - Presto 01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver - 09924 Pressure Canner Sealing Ring - & Overpressure Plug for Presto 0128206 0128202 0128203 0128204 0128303 0126306 6 & 8 Quart Pressure Cooker - 2 Pack - Presto 01282 8-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/813667-01264-6-quart-aluminum-pressure-cooker-silver](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/813667-01264-6-quart-aluminum-pressure-cooker-silver) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-02*