Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side This score reflects the results using the slow cook setting for our beef stew and chili & beans recipes. Dry beans were used in our chili ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Stovetop rice seems easy enough—you measure out the rice and water and set it on the burner. But there are a number of ...

If you’ve tried and failed to master the art of cooking rice on a stovetop, adding a rice cooker to your kitchen lineup can be a game-changer. Rice cookers can make perfectly fluffy and tender rice ...

A high-quality rice cooker can make mealtime effortless, consistent, and enjoyable. For many households, rice is a staple, and using a reliable rice cooker ensures perfectly cooked grains every time.

Cook wild, brown, and basmati rice – and a whole lot more ...

There are many kitchen gadgets and appliances to choose from, but rice cookers and Instant Pots are among the most popular kitchen appliances people invest in. These two handy appliances are quite ...

Cooking rice perfectly on a stovetop is dependent on so many factors: the burner’s level, the pot’s insulation, the lid’s seal, and even the kitchen’s humidity. Rice cookers shrug off all those ...

Whether you call them electric pressure cookers, multicookers, or Instant Pots — the name of the most popular brand — these countertop appliances have become a mainstay in American kitchens. Their ...

A great rice cooker can change the way you handle weeknight meals. Instead of watching the pot or dealing with uneven results, you get fluffy, consistent rice with almost no effort. Modern rice ...

Which is the best rice cooker in 2025? We tried them all, from Tefal to Ninja, and found a surprise, AI-powered winner Lucy is an award-winning freelance journalist who specialises in kitchen, gadget ...