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For me, a rice cooker is one of the most useful appliances you could have in your kitchen. However, many people don’t own a rice cooker. Others can’t imagine themselves buying one. On the other hand, there are many others who’ve used rice cookers and promise themselves they won’t return to the pot-on-the-stove method.

I love rice and I need the perfect rice cooker. I hated rice before. But my partner introduced me to rice. Now, I eat rice My partner and I cook rice almost everyday.

We’re happy with our 3 cup cooker. This article lists some of the considerations when getting 3 cup rice cookers.

How much rice to cook

A 3 cup rice cooker is the best size for people who don’t need to cook much rice at a time. It is not recommended for people who cook too much rice since it’s not designed to handle such amount of rice. Having a 3 cup rice cooker when you’re cooking 4 cups means a messy counter. There will be spilling over and splattering, for sure.

When using a 3 cup rice cooker, avoid cooking less than 2 cups of rice. It can lead to overcooking and drying. ¬I know you don’t want that to happen. So make sure to cook only 2 to 3 cups of rice at one time.

We’re to get a 5 cup cooker. But a dear friend said it’s not suitable for a couple who eat much rice. It’s too big. Instead, she suggested us to get a 3 cup rice cooker. So we did. Our 3 cupper is the best.

Rice cooker cost

Cost is the most important factor in choosing a 3 cup cooker. Lower end rice cookers and the higher end ones significantly differ in price. The lower end types cost about $15 to $30. On the other hand, top-class rice cookers cost around $150-$200 or more.

Buying inexpensive 3 cup rice cookers is a good move if you’re only cooking regular rice. You’ll need top class cookers if you often cook different types of rice. 

Check for some practical features

Look for some practical features when choosing a 3 cupper. Some features that you might want to take into consideration include a nonstick bowl and an inner lid that you can remove for cleaning purposes. Also check if the rice cooker supports different types of rice (brown, white, mixed, etc.). You’ll need to shell out a little more on the r cup rice cooker to get extra options.

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When I ask people what brand of rice cooker they prefer, Zojirushi always comes up in their responses. This says a lot about the quality of these rice cookers. Zojirushi rice cookers dominate the market in Japan, and they’re increasingly become popular in many parts of the globe. I’ve used some cookers before and I was very disappointed.

These rice cookers by Zojirushi sport some nice features. Zojirushi has something for people with tight budget or people who don’t need extra features. Zojirushi also has great rice cookers that sport the most technologically advanced features. Whether you’re a single person, a couple, or a family, Zojirushi offers the rice cooker that will perfectly fit your needs.

Zojirushi has a lot of useful features throughout their rice cooker series. Below are the features that I really like:

Fuzzy Logic technology

A lot of Zojirushi rice cookers sport Fuzzy Logic technology. Actually, nearly all mid- to high-end Zojirushi rice cooker models sport this feature. If you’re very picky about the way the rice turns out, then get a Zojirushi rice cooker that has the Fuzzy Logic technology.

What’s Neuro Fuzzy? It’s the newest Fuzzy logic version. The Fuzzy Logic and the Neuro Fuzzy technologies work well. Rice cookers that feature Neuro Fuzzy technology are able to update the temperature and time regularly. This technology makes sure that you cook your rice just fine. This technology also helps lessen the effects of poor measuring and other human errors.

Induction heating feature

The induction heating technology is present in the top of the line Zojirushi products. Induction heating means consistent heating, thus consistent rice cooking. The induction heating system is a great feature since it makes sure that the cooking is uniform on the edge and center of your cooker. A rice cooker with this technology will make great rice.

Warming feature

Warming technology is one of the selling points of any Zojirushi rice cooker. All but a chosen few come with warming features these days. I say go for rice cookers with a warming feature. At the very least, rice cookers with this feature keeps your rice warm for many hours after cooking it.

Some Zojirushi rice cookers can even re-warm your rice. So reheating the rice and other food in your rice cooker would be easy. Here’s a tip: use only the warming feature if you’re cooking rice more than the usual amount. Using the re-warming feature can dry your rice out if you’re cooking one or two cups of rice. And dry rice is a no-no for me.

Innovation

I like the rice cookers from Zojirushi because they try to innovate. According to Zojirushi, the Rizo, their newest model, has a design that perfectly suits the western kitchen. The leading rice cooker maker also has the great ‘i-pot’. The great thing about this innovative rice cooker is that it can text you on your mobile phone in case you haven’t  cooked with it for quite some time.  

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There are currently two Cuisinart rice cookers: the 4-cup Cuisinart CRC-400 and the 8-cup Cuisinart Rice Cooker CRC-800. These two rice cookers almost look identical, the size being the only major difference. They have a nice-looking brushed stainless steel exterior. Both comes with a nonstick bowl, and their baskets are made of stainless steel, which is very good for steaming veggies and also your favorite seafood.

The Cuisinart CRC-400 and the CRC-800 are good rice cookers because they have a boiling method that’s easy to use. They come with measuring cup, plastic rice spoon, and glass top lid (removable). Each also includes a manual with easy to follow recipes. But they don’t feature the Fuzzy Logic technology. They also don’t have advanced settings for various types of rice. Both also don’t have a programmable timer. Despite the lack of features, these rice cookers can cook a nice bowl of rice. But still, many users are not happy about Cuisinart rice cookers.

Cuisinart 4-cup CRC-400

The CRC-400’s stylish design is a plus. It fits well on your countertop because of its compact size. Overall, it matches almost all kitchen designs. This rice cooker is easy to clean and has parts that are dishwasher safe. Another thing that we like about it is that it has decent cooking times.

However, many consumers don’t like the splattering. But you can avoid this by rinsing the water. And for every cup of rice, add one teaspoon of vegetable oil. This can solve the problem most of the time.  

It comes with a rather small steaming tray for preparing veggies, seafood, and poultry. This rice cooker is only good for the needs of two persons. Many users also complain about the water and rice ratio learning curve. But this cooker does a fine job cooking good rice after you’ve dealt with the water-to-rice learning curve issue. This cooker catches up with other rice cookers available in the market.

Cuisinart CRC-800

The Cuisinart 8-cup CRC-800 looks stylish and smooth feel. The outside of this rice cooker sports a brushed and sleek stainless steel. It’s a good looking cooker to have in you kitchen.You don’t have to worry about its handles since it’s chrome plated and touch friendly.Your hands won’t get burned when you move the cooker.

The Cuisinart 8-cup CRC-800 has standard lever control and warming settings. It also has retractable cord storage. It also comes with a plastic measuring cup and fine rice paddle. It comes with a 3-year warranty.

On the other hand, while the cooking pot features a nonstick coating, the rice sticks. The manual says you’ve got to spray the bottom to prevent sticking. Still, a nonstick bowl should be nonstick, whether you spray it or not. But a lot of users attest that there’s no problem with sticking.  

Many consumers complain that the 8-cup CRC-800 has some minor splattering issues like the 4-cup CRC-400. True, this rice cooker tries to prevent spilling over with its steam vent. It won’t spill if you don’t cook more than 6 cups. Splattering is an issue when you cook too much rice, about 8 cups.

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Many consumers across the country are raving over Sanyo rice cookers, especially the micro computerized ones. These great rice cookers can cook the rice that you want. They don’t only cook rice. With these rice cookers, you can steam your favorite veggies, cook tofu, and even slow cook soups. Below are some things you need to know about Sanyo cookers.

Wide range of cooker models

Sanyo offers a line of impressive line of micro computerized rice cookers. The Sanyo ECJ-HC55S (5.5-Cup Micom Rice & Slow Cooker) is a flexible cooker that can make great rice. It cooks slowly at two temperatures. It can even cook tofu. It sells for about $95 to $109. You can buy it for around $95 – $109.

The 5.5-Cup Micom Rice Cooker & Steamer (ECJ-D55S) and the 10-Cup Micom Rice Cooker & Steamer (ECJ-D100S) are flexible devices that make the best rice. These Sanyo cookers enable you to slow cook your soup. They cost $85 – $113 and $100 – $128, respectively. The 5-Cup ECJ-F50S is a great cooker that makes not only great rice but also specialty dishes. You can get it for $109 – $126.

The Sanyo ECJ-PX50S (5-cup) is one of the best Sanyo rice cookers available. This rice cooker boasts its Variable Pressure Control Technology. This feature controls pressure, so you don’t have to worry getting poor rice. If you can shell out extra cash, then get this rice cooker, which sells for $157 to $178.

Quality of cooked rice

I’m very picky about my rice, I want it perfect. It pains me to see my rice too sticky. I can’t eat soggy rice. I don’t want it coarse. There’s no worse than having rice that scratches my throat. But I don’t have to worry because we have a Sanyo rice cooker (5-cup).

I can’t say anything bad about our cooker. The rice is just perfect every time we cook rice. Jasmine rice is our favorite. We buy it from an Asian market nearby. Cooking it is as easy as 1-2-3. The rice cooker will do the rest. Our cooker hasn’t let us down yet.

Design and style

Sanyo rice cookers are great when we talk about design and style. My Sanyo rice cooker fits well with the design of my kitchen. This is perfect for people who love style and design. The fashionable rice cookers go well with virtually all kitchen styles. So if you’re channeling Martha Stewart, get a Sanyo rice cooker now.

Cleaning

What I like about Sanyo micro computerized cookers is that it has an easy-to-clean lid. Other cookers bubble up through the steam vent, which makes a real mess. You don’t have to concern yourself with it with these cookers. There’s no need to wash the rice cooker lid after cooking the rice. The mix of great engineering and nice features makes them dishwasher friendly.

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I’m always craving for a great rice. It makes me sick with a sight of overcooked or undercooked rice. Good thing I have a Black & Decker Rice Cooker. Here are 5 of the most popular Black & Decker rice cookers.

Black & Decker Stainless Steel Rice Cooker (20 cups)

The Black & Decker Stainless Steel Rice Cooker (20 cups) will be a great choice if you want to cook your rice simple and fast. You can cook specialty rice perfectly without watching or stirring the pot. The nice lid hanger and the condensation catcher make serving so easy. This stainless steel also avoids spilling over.

The Black Decker RC866 20-Cup Rice Cooker has a steamer basket, great for veggies or fish. Its removable nonstick bowl is dishwasher-friendly. This cooker also automatically keeps rice warm and fresh for several hours. Price: $35 – $60.

Black & Decker Rice Cooker (7 cups)

With the 7-cup HS2776, you can cook not only rice, but also steam veggies, and fish.This rice cooker has a 75-minute timer and includes a water-measuring guide, which make cooking easier and simpler.

It also has a built-in flavor-scenter screen that easily spices up veggies, fish, and chicken. This cooker also has automatic shut-off for extra safety. It costs between $29 and $36.

3-Cup Black & Decker Rice Cooker

The Black & Decker RC3203 3-Cup Rice Cooker lets you make deliciously cooked rice. This rice cooker is perfect for white, brown, or flavored rice. It features a nonstick coating and dishwasher safe pot for easy cleaning. This Black & Decker cooker has submersible removable bowl. 

When you’re done cooking, the unit switches automatically from cook to warm. Highlights include the following: robust tempered glass lid, dishwasher safe bowl, and nice steam vent. It sells for about $15 – $40.

Flavor Scenter Steamer Plus

With the Black & Decker Flavor Scenter Steamer Plus, you can make delicious rice every time. Not only does the flavor center steamer cook fine rice; it’s also great for steaming vegetables and seafood. Black & Decker’s Flavor Scenter Steamer Plus is better than microwaves when cooking vegetables. Like all Black & Decker rice cookers, the Flavor Scenter Steamer Plus is very easy to clean. It sells for about $30 to $54.

Black & Decker Rice & Multi-Cooker (16 cups)

The 16-Cup Black & Decker RC426 can cook the best rice. There’s no need to watch or stir the pot. It keeps rice warm until it’s ready to be served. It makes serving much easier with its detachable cord and removable nonstick bowl. It costs between $25 and $27.

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I’m a rice fan. It’s perfect for any occasion. I love it when I add cream and raisins for flavor. My palate gets so excited when I see steamed vegetables.

But an overcooked rice is an appetite killer. I also don’t like it if it’s too dry, I’m in no mood to chew brittle bits. Good thing there are Aroma rice cookers. They make cooking the tastiest and fluffiest rice easy. Why do many consumers love these rice cookers by Aroma?

They’re easy to use

The simplicity and ease of use of the Aroma cookers is what make me love them. They’re so simple you can cook your favorite rice in no time. Using the rice paddle and the measuring cup that come with every product narrows your task to simply measuring the rice and water. Let your Aroma rice cooker do the rest. They also have parts that are easy to clean.

They come in different sizes

The Aroma line also offers rice cookers of various sizes. The Pot-Style Rice Cooker sports a traditional Japanese style. It can be as small as a 3 cupper and as big as a 15 cupper. The Cool-touch unit comes in various cup sizes ­– 4, 8, 10, and 15. The commercial ones offer 24-cup and 30-cup cookers. The smaller Aroma rice cookers are great for singles and couples. The larger Aroma rice cooker models are perfect for people with big families.

They match with almost any kitchen design

I have a limited kitchen space and buying bulky appliances is not a good idea. Good thing I have my Aroma rice cooker. I’m very glad Aroma makes rice cookers that save important space.

They’re flexible rice cookers

Versatility is what makes an Aroma rice cooker popular. Not only do they cook great rice, they can also steam veggies, seafood, and poultry. They can also cook soups and stews. So these cookers are more than just any ordinary rice cookers. They also sport a larger than usual inside and come with steaming baskets. All of these features give you some time and energy savings.

They’ve lower price tags

They are surprisingly very affordable relative to other popular brands like the Zojirushi rice cooker. And the Aroma rice cookers do well in the competitive market. The smallest models (3 cups) can cost you about $14, whereas the largest models (30 cups) sell for about $129. These cookers from Aroma are perfect presents for your family and friends who love to cook rice. 

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