The 10 Best Cheap Rice Cookers in 2024 - Reviewed by Appliances Radar

Multi-menu cooking functions: Special settings for white/mixed riced, sushi rice, brown rice, GABA brown rice, long grain white rice, steel cut oatmeal and quick cooking

Triple heater (bottom, side and lid) generate heat all around for even heating.Up to 3 cups / 0.54 liter. Capacity is measured in the approx. 6 oz. / 180mL rice measuring cup, using raw short grain white rice. Other grains may vary

Dimensions (W x D x H):9-1/8 x 11-7/8 x 7-1/2 inches. Detachable and washable inner lid

Easy to store retractable cord.Interchangeable melody and beep signal

Removable steam vent cap allows for high-temperature cooking without messy overflows. Electrical rating : 120 Volts or 450 Watts.Micro computer automatically adjusts cooking temperature and time

Multi-Functional Use – Whether you are in the mood for a hearty jambalaya, steamed veggies and rice, or even a fluffy cake (yes, cake! ) you can accomplish it all with your ARC-5000SB cooker. The possibilities are as creative as you are.

Nutritious & Delicious – The built-in steam function allows for nutrient-rich meals to be prepared above while rice, soup, or any other meal addition cooks below, allowing you to save time without sacrificing quality. This multicooker not only includes all of your favorite cooking options, but also possesses the unique features of Slow Cook and Saute-then-Simmer STS, making meals rich, tasty, and a family favorite.

Capacity & Dimensions – The ARC-5000SB has a 20-cup cooked capacity yielding anywhere from 4 to 20 cups of cooked rice and measures 11.2 x 10.8 x 11.4 inches

User-friendly Programming –The cooker is incredibly simple to operate using our user-friendly digital panel that switches to keep warm automatically once cooking is finished allowing you the freedom to take back your time instead of worrying while you cook.

Accessories – This rice cooker includes a non-stick inner pot, rice measuring cup, steam tray, and a plastic rice spatula. "

Make more than rice: Make rice, whole grains, hot cereal, steamed vegetables and much more

Healthy, one pot meals: Steam seafood or veggies while rice cooks below

Pre-programmed settings: Cook and steam food at the touch of a button

2 to 8 cup capacity: Makes between 2 to 8 cups of cooked rice or whole grains

2 in 1 basket: Includes rice rinser/steam basket

Easy-to-use single switch control

See-through glass lid with stay cool knob

Stay cool handles for easy transport

Durable nonstick inner cooking pan

Every Zojirushi rice cooker comes with a plastic measuring cup. This cup has a capacity of 6-ounces, or about 3/4 of a U.S. measuring cup. The capacity of the rice cooker is counted in these 6-ounce cups of uncooked short grain white rice. One 6-ounce cup of raw rice makes about 2 to 3, 6-ounce cups of cooked rice

4 smart programs make cooking your favorite rice and grains to fluffy perfection super-fast and one touch easy

4 smart programs for one touch cooking white rice, brown rice, quinoa and oatmeal

Quickly steams veggies, fish and more with the touch of a button: Makes 8 cups and doubles as a warmer for all kinds of foods

Built in protection against overheating: Compact, lightweight and easy to store

Accessories included: In addition to the non-stick ceramic coated pot, the Zest Plus also comes with a dishwasher-safe steamer tray, rice measuring cup and rice spoon

120 volt 60 hertz power supply: Please check your voltage if not in North America

Extra thick inner pot with non stick ceramic coating for better, more even cooking

Stainless steel 18/8 lid interior

Multi-Functional Use – Whether you're in the mood for a hearty jambalaya, steamed veggies and rice, or a belly-warming soup, you can accomplish it all with your rice cooker. The possibilities are as creative as you are.

One-Touch Operation – This cooker is a proud member of our “set it and forget it” mentality. The one-touch operation is fool-proof – just fill it, power on, and cook! BPA free

Simultaneous Steaming – With the included steam tray, steam foods above while rice, soup, or any other meal simultaneously cooks below, allowing you to save time without sacrificing quality.

Automatic Keep Warm – Switches to Keep Warm mode automatically once the cooking cycle is completed to keep your foods at perfect serving temperatures.

Convenient Cooking & Cleaning – With the included nonstick inner pot, you can rest assured that cooking will be a breeze. When the cooking is completed, the inner pot can be safely and conveniently cleaned in the dishwasher!

Compact Capacity – 6-cup cooked capacity yielding 2 to 6 cups of cooked rice. Its compact capacity is perfect for preparing small individual meals or delicious side dishes.

Accessories – Includes a nonstick inner pot, tempered glass lid, aluminum steam tray, rice measuring cup, and serving spatula. Power consumption: 120V/60Hz 300W

Capacity: yields up to 6-cup cooked rice (3-cup uncooked)

Removable Nonstick Cooking Pot with External Steam Tray

One-Touch Operation with Automatic Keep-Warm

Steams meat and vegetables while cooking rice simultaneously

Tempered Glass Lid

2 Year Warranty

MORE THAN RICE: Oatmeal, stew, soup, quinoa, rice, and pasta! The 2-cup capacity allows for healthier portion control, or individual, quick and easy breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, or sides.

QUICK + EASY: Set it and forget it! Prep time is minutes (simply add water and your uncooked rice, pasta, or veggies), and press the cook button. Your steamed meal (or side) is ready in less than 20 minutes, with less clean up.

KEEP WARM FUNCTION: Updated with a keep warm function and indicator light - never overheat or overcook ingredients again, making for a healthy, perfect meal each and every time.

PORTABLE + COMPACT: The Dash Rice Cooker is your MUST-HAVE for that first apartment, smaller kitchen, college dorm life, or camper/RV traveling. Plus, the fun color options will match any kitchen décor (add to your registry now!).

INCLUDES: The 200-Watt Dash Mini Rice Cooker is backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty and includes a mixing paddle, measuring cup, removable pot with nonstick coating, recipe book and recipe database access.

U.S. BASED SUPPORT: Designed in NYC, with U.S. based Customer Support on every product.

Multi-Functional Use – Whether you're in the mood for a hearty jambalaya, steamed veggies and rice, or a belly-warming soup, you can accomplish it all with your rice cooker. The possibilities are as creative as you are. Item Shape: Round

One-Touch Operation – This cooker is a proud member of our “set it and forget it” mentality. The one-touch operation is fool-proof – just fill it, power on, and cook!

Simultaneous Steaming – With the included steam tray, steam foods above while rice, soup, or any other meal simultaneously cooks below, allowing you to save time without sacrificing quality.

Automatic Keep Warm – Switches to Keep Warm mode automatically once the cooking cycle is completed to keep your foods at perfect serving temperatures.

Convenient Cooking & Cleaning – With the included nonstick inner pot, you can rest assured that cooking will be a breeze. When the cooking is completed, the inner pot can be safely and conveniently cleaned in the dishwasher!

Compact Capacity – 6-cup capacity yielding 2 to 6 cups of cooked rice. Its compact capacity is perfect for preparing small individual meals or delicious side dishes.

Accessories – Includes a full-view tempered glass lid, aluminum steam tray, rice measuring cup, and serving spatula. Power consumption: 120V/60Hz 350W

Perfectly prepares 2 to 6 cups of any variety of cooked rice

Steams meat and vegetables while rice cooks below

Simple, one-touch operation with automatic Keep-Warm

Great for soups, jambalaya, chili and so much more!

Full-view tempered glass lid

Includes Steam Tray, Rice Measuring Cup and Serving Spatula

Multi-Functional Use – Whether you're in the mood for a hearty jambalaya, steamed veggies and rice, or even a delectable cake, you can accomplish it all with your rice cooker. The possibilities are as creative as you are.

User-Friendly Programming – Easy-to-use with 4 preset digital functions and automatic Keep Warm mode when the cooking is finished.

Nutritious & Delicious – The built-in Steam function allows for nutrient-rich meals to be prepared above while rice, soup, or any other meal simultaneously cooks below, allowing you to save time without sacrificing quality.

15-Hour Delay Timer – The programmable delay timer is great for families on the go, delivering delicious meals ready when they're needed, up to 15 hours in advance.

Compact Capacity – 8-cup capacity yielding 2 to 8 cups of cooked rice. Its compact capacity is perfect for preparing small individual meals or delicious side dishes.

Accessories – Includes a Bonded Granite nonstick inner pot, steam tray, rice measuring cup, and serving spatula. Power consumption: 120V/60Hz 450W

Upgraded Inner Pot – The provided 8x Bonded Granite nonstick inner pot that is more durable than ceramic and traditional pots, has a completely toxic-free makeup and is dishwasher safe. Refer to the PDF attached below in Technical Specification for the Installation and Troubleshooting Steps

Item holds up to 2 to 8 cups of cooked rice. 8 cups is the cooked rice capacity. Rice must be cooked in the cup that comes along with this product.

Steams meat and vegetables while rice cooks below

Easy-to-use, programmable digital controls with automatic Keep-Warm and White Rice and Brown Rice functions

Great for soups, jambalaya, chili, and more. Save time with the Flash Rice function which cuts cooking time by up to 50%

15-hour Delay Timer for flexible meal planning

Includes steam tray, rice measuring cup, serving spatula, and exclusive recipes and coupons for Mahatma and Carolina Rice

also cooks grains and hot cereals

8 rice cups cooked capacity (4 rice cups uncooked)

automatic keep warm. Nonstick removable cooking pot

cooking pot, lid & accessories are top rack dishwasher safe

1 rice cup (6 ounce) is not equal to 1 us cup (8 ounce); please use provided measuring cup; capacity may vary depending on type of rice