Cuisinart CRC-400P1 4 Cup Rice Cooker, Stainless Steel Exterior

Our Experience

We go through things quickly in our household of four, so I was delighted when this Cuisinart rice cooker held up to my daily cooking needs. It's a sturdy little appliance that made weeknight meals a breeze. The stainless steel exterior looked sleek on my countertop and cleaned easily, which is a must with two messy kids around.

I loved how the non-stick interior made cleaning this cooker a cinch – just a quick wipe was all it needed after each use. It cooked rice evenly every time, too, which was a relief since I've had issues with burnt spots from other models. My only minor gripe? The lid could be heavier; sometimes my five-year-old accidentally knocks it off when trying to peek at the cooking process. But overall, this has been a reliable addition to our kitchen gadgets.