Rice & Pressure Cookers
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$39.99 save more with code ENJOY20
Hamilton Beach 16 cup Rice Cooker
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$139.99
Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-qt Multi-Use Pressure Cooker
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$19.99 with code ENJOY20$24.99 Reg.
Elite Cuisine 6 cup Rice Cooker with Glass Lid
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$43.99 with code ENJOY20$54.99 Reg.
Elite Cuisine 6 cup Rice Cooker with 304 Stainless-Steel Inner Pot
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$39.99 with code ENJOY20$49.99 Reg.
Rice Robot 4 cup Space Saving Rice Cooker with Ceramic Nonstick Inner Pot
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$199.99
Instant Pot Pro 8-qt Multi-Use Pressure Cooker
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$41.59 with code ENJOY20$51.99 Reg.
BLACK+DECKERâ„¢ 16 cup Cooked / 8 cup Uncooked Rice Cooker & Food Steamer
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$129.99 save more with code ENJOY20
PowerXL StirMax 7.5-qt Diamond Ceramic Nonstick Coating Multi Cooker with Auto Stir/Shred Paddle & 9 Presets
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$83.99 with code ENJOY20$104.99 Reg.
GreenLife 4 cup PFAS-Free Ceramic Nonstick Rice, Oats & Grains Cooker
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$49.99 save more with code ENJOY20
Hamilton Beach 1.5-qt Multi-Cooker
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$27.99 with code ENJOY20$34.99 Reg.
IMUSA Nonstick Rice Cooker
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$147.99 with code ENJOY20$184.99 Reg.
MegaChef 8-qt Digital Pressure Cooker
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$109.99
NutriBullet EveryGrain Cooker
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$119.99 with code ENJOY20$149.99 Reg.
MegaChef 6-qt Stainless Steel Digital Pressure Cooker
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$263.99 - $279.99 with code ENJOY20$329.99 - $349.99 Reg.
CUCKOO Twin Pressure Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$54.99 save more with code ENJOY20
Proctor Silex 10 cup Rice Cooker & Food Steamer
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$23.99 with code ENJOY20$29.99 Reg.
Elite Cuisine 6 cup Non-Stick Rice Cooker with Steam Tray
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$231.99 with code ENJOY20$289.99 Reg.
Zojirushi Micom 10 cup Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$127.99 with code ENJOY20$159.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 8 cup Micom Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$79.99 save more with code ENJOY20
Hamilton Beach 30 cup Rice Cooker
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$49.99 save more with code ENJOY20
Hamilton Beach 20 cup Glass Lid Rice Cooker
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$79.99
Zojirushi 3 cup Rice Cooker / Steamer
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$199.99
Instant Pot RIO Wide Plus 7.5-qt Multi-Cooker
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$94.99
Zojirushi 6 cup Rice Cooker / Steamer
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$499.99
Zojirushi Induction Heating System Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$59.99 save more with code ENJOY20
Proctor Silex 16 cup Rice Cooker & Steamer
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$119.99 save more with code ENJOY20
Hamilton Beach 4.5-qt Digital MultiCooker
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$94.99
Zojirushi 6 cup Rice Cooker
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$123.99 with code ENJOY20$154.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup Micom Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$219.99 save more with code ENJOY20
Cuisinart® 6-qt High-Pressure Multi-Cooker
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$319.99
Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy 5.5 cup Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$123.99 with code ENJOY20$154.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup Micom 14 Menu Options Rice Cooker
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$79.99 with code ENJOY20$99.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup Basic Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$109.99
Instant 20 cup Multigrain Cooker
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$119.99 with code ENJOY20$149.99 Reg.
MegaChef 6-qt Digital Pressure Cooker
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$143.99 with code ENJOY20$179.99 Reg.
MegaChef 24-qt Large Capacity Aluminum Stovetop Pressure Cooker/Canner
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$699.99
Zojirushi 5.5 cup Pressure Induction Heating Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$349.99 sale$399.99 Reg.
KitchenAid® 8 cup Grain and Rice Cooker 8 cup with Integrated Scale
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$95.99 with code ENJOY20$119.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup Micom 8 Menu Options Rice Cooker
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$109.99
Zojirushi 10 cup Rice Cooker
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$939.99
Zojirushi 5.5 cup Pressure Induction Rice Cooker & Warmer
Rice Cookers vs. Pressure Cookers: Finding the Right Appliance for Your Kitchen
Choosing the right kitchen appliances can simplify meal preparation and enhance your cooking experience. When it comes to efficient cooking, two popular contenders often come up: the rice cooker and the pressure cooker. While both offer distinct advantages and streamline certain cooking tasks, they serve different primary functions. Understanding these differences is key to deciding which pot or multi-cooker best suits your culinary needs.
What is a Rice Cooker?
A rice cooker is a dedicated kitchen appliance designed specifically for cooking rice. It simplifies the process of preparing various types of rice, from white rice to brown rice, basmati rice, and even short-grain or long-grain varieties. Most models operate with a simple one-button control, handling the water-to-rice ratio, cooking time, and temperature automatically.
What is a Pressure Cooker?
A pressure cooker is a pot that cooks food under high pressure and steam. This increased pressure raises the boiling point of water, allowing food to cook much faster than conventional methods. Both stovetop pressure cookers and electric pressure cookers (often referred to as multi-cookers like the Instant Pot) are available.
Making Your Decision: Which Cooker is Right for You?
The "best" cooker depends entirely on your cooking habits and needs.
Choose a Rice Cooker if:
- You frequently prepare rice and value consistent, perfectly cooked results.
- You prefer a simple, hands-off appliance for your daily rice needs.
- You have limited kitchen space and want a single-purpose tool.
Choose a Pressure Cooker (especially an Electric Multi-Cooker) if:
- You want to drastically cut down cooking times for meals, especially for tough meats, stews, and beans.
- You desire a versatile appliance that can replace several other kitchen tools (slow cooker, steamer, rice cooker).
- You are comfortable with a slight learning curve for operating under pressure.
- You cook a variety of complex meals and appreciate speed and convenience.
Many households find value in having both appliances, as they excel in different areas. A dedicated rice cooker handles daily rice with unmatched simplicity, while a pressure cooker is a workhorse for speeding up more elaborate meals. Consider your budget, kitchen space, and how you typically prepare meals to select the ideal appliance for your culinary adventures.
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