Rice & Pressure Cookers
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$169.99
Ninja Foodi 8.5-qt PossibleCooker PRO Multi-Cooker
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$39.99 save more with code HOME15
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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$21.24 with code HOME15
$24.99 Reg.
Elite Cuisine 6 cup Rice Cooker with Glass Lid
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$46.74 with code HOME15
$54.99 Reg.
Elite Cuisine 6 cup Rice Cooker with 304 Stainless-Steel Inner Pot
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$89.24 with code HOME15
$104.99 Reg.
GreenLife 4 cup PFAS-Free Ceramic Nonstick Rice, Oats & Grains Cooker
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$199.99
Instant Pot Pro 8-qt Multi-Use Pressure Cooker
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Best Seller$159.99
Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-qt 9-in-1 Multi-Use Pressure Cooker
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$44.19 with code HOME15
$51.99 Reg.
BLACK+DECKERâ„¢ 16 cup Cooked / 8 cup Uncooked Rice Cooker & Food Steamer
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$280.49 - $297.49 with code HOME15
$329.99 - $349.99 Reg.
CUCKOO Twin Pressure Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$42.49 with code HOME15
$49.99 Reg.
Rice Robot 4 cup Space Saving Rice Cooker with Ceramic Nonstick Inner Pot
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$129.99 save more with code HOME15
PowerXL StirMax 7.5-qt Diamond Ceramic Nonstick Coating Multi Cooker with Auto Stir/Shred Paddle & 9 Presets
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$49.99 save more with code HOME15
Hamilton Beach 1.5-qt Multi-Cooker
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$246.49 with code HOME15
$289.99 Reg.
Zojirushi Micom 10 cup Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$46.74 with code HOME15
$54.99 Reg.
West Bend 12 cup Multi-Function Rice Cooker
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$79.99
Zojirushi 3 cup Rice Cooker / Steamer
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$29.74 with code HOME15
$34.99 Reg.
IMUSA Nonstick Rice Cooker
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$135.99 with code HOME15
$159.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 8 cup Micom Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$131.74 with code HOME15
$154.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup Micom Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$94.99
Zojirushi 6 cup Rice Cooker / Steamer
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$25.49 with code HOME15
$29.99 Reg.
Elite Cuisine 6 cup Non-Stick Rice Cooker with Steam Tray
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$127.49 with code HOME15
$149.99 Reg.
MegaChef 6-qt Stainless Steel Digital Pressure Cooker
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$209.99
Zojirushi Micom 3 cup Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$119.99 save more with code HOME15
Hamilton Beach 4.5-qt Digital MultiCooker
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$54.99 save more with code HOME15
Proctor Silex 10 cup Rice Cooker & Food Steamer
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$157.24 with code HOME15
$184.99 Reg.
MegaChef 8-qt Digital Pressure Cooker
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$131.74 with code HOME15
$154.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup Micom 14 Menu Options Rice Cooker
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$94.99
Zojirushi 6 cup Rice Cooker
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$209.99
Zojirushi 10 cup Automatic Rice Cooker & Warmer
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Top Rated$319.99
Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy 5.5 cup Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$84.99 with code HOME15
$99.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup Basic Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$509.99 with code HOME15
$599.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup IH Twin Pressure Rice Cooker
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Top Rated$552.49 with code HOME15
$649.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 10 cup IH Twin Pressure Rice Cooker
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$189.99
Zojirushi 5 cup Automatic Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$219.99 save more with code HOME15
Cuisinart® 6-qt High-Pressure Multi-Cooker
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$152.99 with code HOME15
$179.99 Reg.
MegaChef 24-qt Large Capacity Aluminum Stovetop Pressure Cooker/Canner
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$499.99
Zojirushi Induction Heating System Rice Cooker & Warmer
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Top Rated$101.99 with code HOME15
$119.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup Micom 8 Menu Options Rice Cooker
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$199.99
Instant Pot RIO Wide Plus 7.5-qt Multi-Cooker
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$109.99
Zojirushi 10 cup Rice Cooker
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$389.99
Zojirushi 3 cup Induction Heating System Rice Cooker & Warmer
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$322.99 with code HOME15
$379.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 10 cup HP Twin Pressure Rice Cooker
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$110.49 with code HOME15
$129.99 Reg.
CUCKOO 6 cup Micom 11 Operating Modes Rice Cooker
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$59.99 save more with code HOME15
Proctor Silex 16 cup Rice Cooker & Steamer
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Top Rated$339.99
Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy 10 cup Rice Cooker
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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