Hawkins Classic Pressure Cookers (2 Litre), Aluminium

Good service and good quality

The pressure cooker is a great addition to my kitchen, but it’s a bit different from the others I’ve used. When it starts cooking, it takes a while for the steam to escape, and that made me a bit nervous at first. But it’s normal for this kind of pan. I recommend to read with attention before use, the overall performance works as they promised.

After some of the bad reviews I read I was doubtful...but I have missed my pressure cooker as I always had one but wanted a small one and the 2 litre, although it IS small and cute too, seems to fit the bill.On reading the instructions I was a tad worried, especially by the lid situation but really, its easier than it seems at first and I made a lovely meal from it the evening after its arrival, and felt satisfied by my meal, as since xmas 23 ive been struggling with an Air Fryer and was starting to feel despondent of ever being able to cook a satisfying meal again lol.My only dislike is that non of the meals in the recipe book are traditional English grub but it IS an Indian product so understandable...but thankfully I used a pressure cooker for 25 years before to cook for a family of 5 so it wasnt too hard to piece together and there IS a separate list at the back for individual items and the required cut sizes and timings. The 2 litre does not recommend cooking foods that create froth on cooking such as legumes etc as you will need much more space to allow for the froth so as not to block up the hole vent.Its easy to clean and first recommended test use to get comfortable with it is with water and vinegar which leaves a handy 2 cup meaure mark around the level. Two uses have not stained the bottom at all as in some of the comments so Im glad about that but. If it does then it is only the natural wear and teae of usage Im sure, comparing to the old ones I used to have over years gone by.All in all, I love this little gadget and will eventually go bigger, maybe, so I can make the Legume curries in the recipe book so I can share my food with others as this one makes enough for one person and is fine for just me.

I bought the Hawkins Classic Pressure Cooker (5 Litre) expecting a reliable kitchen essential, but it’s been nothing short of a disappointment—both in quality and after-sales support.⚠️ Shine Completely Gone After First WashRight out of the box, it looked fine—polished finish, compact design—but after just one dishwasher cycle, the outer coating lost all its shine. It now looks dull, patchy, and worn. Nowhere on the packaging or listing did it warn that it’s not dishwasher safe. For a “classic,” this is honestly poor design.⚠️ Build Feels FlimsyThe overall feel is lighter and flimsier than expected for a pressure cooker. The lid doesn’t sit as securely as it should, and after a few uses, the base seems slightly warped—especially when exposed to medium-high heat.❌ Seller Support = Zero HelpWhen I raised these issues with the seller, they refused responsibility and told me to contact the manufacturer directly. That’s not how this works—I paid the seller, not the manufacturer. This lack of accountability is incredibly frustrating and unacceptable.❌ Final VerdictPoor materials, poor finish, and worse customer support. I would strongly advise others to avoid this model unless you want to spend time chasing down support and watching your cooker deteriorate after the first wash.

Exactly what I want.

I made a mistake by buying 2 litre. It's way too small so I had to return it

Honestly so glad I bought this.After reading a few negative reviews I decided to take the plunge and just buy this pressure cooker.Very glad I did.I agree the lid takes some getting used to but the cooker itself is perfect.I got the 2 litre which was just right for me and my husband.My dhal cooked very quickly and my lamb curry was succulent and took half the time to cook compared to a regular saucepan.Im looking to purchase a larger Hawkins cooker soon.Its also very easy to clean.

Excellent product.