You can buy this super-reliable rice cooker for just $139 right now, which is cheaper than it was on Black Friday.

Because the Cuckoo is pricey and comes in only a 10-cup capacity, we recommend this cooker to people who want to cook short- or medium-grain white and brown rice often and in large batches.

Now I keep a dedicated rice cooker in my kitchen, and I can see why they’re a must-have for so many. They excel at making plump, perfectly cooked grains. They can either be incredibly simple ...

If you have a limited countertop space, you can buy a 3-cup, rice cooker that has a smaller footprint and easier to store away. Or if cooking large quantities, you could opt for a 30-cup size.

Rice Cooker Ratings Make the perfect batch of rice with a rice cooker. Many models also function as a steamer or pressure cooker, and vary on performance when cooking different grains of rice.