11 Best Rice Cookers In Singapore 2022 – For Easy Fluffy Rice!
Stand by and leave the cooking to the best rice cooker in Singapore 2022! No more sorry pots of overcooked or burnt rice!
Electric rice cookers come in all shapes, material, and sizes. Some are very simple like in our grandparents’ days while others are a little more sophisticated.
Regardless, you will have perfectly fluffy rice all the time with an electric rice cooker to rely on! Just take a look at this list!
Types Of Rice Cooker
1. Traditional Rice Cooker / Standard Rice Cooker
Conventional for a reason:
The standard rice cooker is simple to operate. A thermal sensor determines when to shut off the rice cooker automatically so the rice doesn’t burn! And they usually don’t cost much!
In fact, the success story of this classic kitchen appliance runs far back to 1955. Not much has changed (design-wise) since then.
With the exception of the “Keep warm” function and perhaps, a digital countdown display.
Modern rice cookers typically use aluminum inner pots with a non-stick coating. These are effective in preventing rice from sticking to the inside of the rice cooker.
But these linings do have a tendency to flake off easily. Which gives cause for health concerns in the long run. This is more so for cheaply made rice cookers!
2. Stainless Steel Rice Cooker Singapore
For this type of rice cooker, the distinguishing feature is a stainless-steel inner pot.
As long as you don’t use acidic food with it (e.g. vinegar, tomatoes, lemon juice, etc):
Stainless steel is a non-reactive (as well as durable) material and that is its main health perk!
Plus, it preserves flavors and nutrients better than rice cookers with non-stick coatings. Without absorbing any food odors!
3. Ceramic Rice Cooker
Ceramic inner pots are normally present in slow cookers and some pressure cookers. There are hardly any rice cookers with ceramic inner pots.
Which is a shame since this is another healthier alternative to non-stick coatings!
The more common type of ceramic rice cooker uses a non-stick coating made of sprayed-on ceramic. Arguably better than other chemical coatings, but still prone to scratches!
4. Induction Heat Rice Cooker
Want absolute perfection no matter what type of rice you use?
An induction heat rice cooker is more expensive. But cooks rice more evenly. There are often loads of other features too.
They work by using magnetic fields (i.e. induction) to heat the pot up fast with constant and high heat!
5. Multifunction Rice Cooker
With the addition of a micro-computer, multifunction rice cookers can cook many types of rice. And without your supervision!
There are pre-set programs, timers and delay settings too so you can have your rice ready when you want it!
They can basically replace your food steamer with the right accessories.
However, you’ll still need to get a separate air fryer or oven to crisp or brown your food!
For an all-in-one appliance, you can look into getting the best electric multi cooker!
What is the difference actually?
Rice cookers vs slow cooker, pressure cooker, multi cooker
11 Best Rice Cooker Singapore 2022
- Best For 5-7 Pax – Tefal Easy Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker 1.8L RK7321 or Panasonic Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker 1.8L SR-CN188WSH
- Best Stainless Steel – PowerPac Rice Cooker 1.0L With Stainless Steel Inner Pot Food Steamer (PPRC31) or Song Cho 1.0L Rice Cooker With Multiply Stainless Steel Inner Pot (SC-GC10)
- Best Budget (Basic ~S$50) – PowerPac Rice Cooker 1.0L With Stainless Steel Inner Pot Food Steamer (PPRC31)
- Best Value (Multifunctional ~S$100) – Tefal Easy Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker 1.8L RK7321
- Best Rice Quality (Fuzzy Logic for ~S$200) – Zojirushi Micom Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker/Warmer 1.0L NS-TSQ10 or Tiger 1.8L Microcomputerized Tacook Rice Cooker JBX-C18S
- Best Budget Fuzzy Logic SMART Rice Cooker – Russell Taylors Fuzzy Logic SMART Rice Cooker 1.8L ERC-30
- Best IH Rice Cooker (with GABA rice function) – Zojirushi Induction Heating System Rice Cooker And Warmer NP-HBQ10/18
- Premium IH Rice Cooker (with a low sugar option) – Toshiba 1.0L/1.8L Low GI Rice Cooker RC-10IRPS / RC-18ISPS
To start these reviews for rice cookers in Singapore:
1. PowerPac 1.0L Rice Cooker With Food Steamer PPRC31
Together with a rice paddle and measuring cup, PowerPac Rice Cooker 1.0L With Stainless Steel Inner Pot Food Steamer is a highly practical appliance. For cooking rice, stew, 1-pot dishes, and more!
It can be frustrating to experiment the right water-to-rice ratio so that the rice does not stick to the pot! To resolve this, you can try steaming the rice for longer before opening the lid!
You can also try to switch off the rice cooker when it is done cooking. Before it turns on the keep warm mode!
One user shared that if you keep the steamer tray on while cooking the rice, that might help too!
However, most users do not have an issue with the rice sticking to the pot! And feel that the hassle is worth the reassurance that the inner pot will last longer.
And will not flake off like other pots with non stick coatings! The cooking capacity of this rice cooker suits 2 adults or a small family fine.
This rice cooker wins our vote for the best budget rice cooker in Singapore. Compared to other basic models (from different brand) and in the same price range, this one has a stainless steel pot and tray!
Pros:
- Durable build including inner pot (also made of stainless steel)
- Makes up to 5 cups of rice
- Steam tray is made of stainless steel too
- Design is not bulky
- Works for other grains (e.g. brown rice, quinoa, etc)
- Steaming plate (Also stainless steel) included
Cons:
- Exterior prone to minor surface scratches
- Not completely non stick (let it steam for longer)
- Doesn’t cook rice evenly
- Capacity: 1L
- Inner Pot: Food Grade Stainless Steel
- Weight: 2kg
- Warranty: 2 years
- Price: ~$40
2. Zojirushi 1.0L Rice Cooker NH-SQ10
Made in Thailand, this standard rice cooker by Zojirushi has transparent lid for convenient viewing. It does its job well, without spills.
And will last you for years if you don’t use metal utensils or scrubbers on it!
According to one review, it doesn’t make a mess if you cook more than 1 cup of rice!
It’s a basic rice pot, suitable for a small household. But one user observed the non stick coating coming off after a year of use.
Although technically, the rice cooker should last you for longerif you don’t use metal utensils or scrubbers on it! And if you don’t wash your rice in it!
For something more durable, we would still recommend the PowerPac Rice Cooker 1.0L With Stainless Steel Inner Pot Food Steamer (PPRC31) over this Zojirushi 1.0L Rice Cooker NH-SQ10!
Pros:
- Simple, no-frills design
- Easy to clean
- Comes with a steaming tray (stainless steel)
- Two available sizes
- Cooks rice well
Cons:
- Coating scratches off easily
- Can’t buy a replacement for the inner pot
- Capacity: 1L / 1.8L
- Inner Pot: Aluminum with non-stick coating
- Weight: –
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~$65-75
3. Toshiba 1.0L/1.8L Low GI Rice Cooker RC-10IRPS / RC-18ISPS
The Toshiba 1.0L/1.8L Low GI Rice Cooker RC-10IRPS / RC-18ISPS is a premium option for an IH rice cooker with a low sugar option.
PS: the stated cooking capacity is applicable for the low sugar function.
We like that there are 2 available sizes. The Toshiba RC-10IRPS / RC-18ISPS has a stunning contemporary silhouette and design that you won’t mind leaving on out on your counter.
As for functionality, this rice cooker is capable of 17 different functions (one of these includes Gaba brown rice) – and there’s a manual to explain it all in a simple manner.
Not compromising on quality, this rice cooker has a 3mm thick inner pot with Binchotan PFA non stick coating. And while it does appear to be, the aluminum lid is detachable too (so is the steam vent)!
And if you’re the type that likes to frequently check if the rice is done, this rice cooker will display the remaining time every 5 minutes!
Considering that the Toshiba RC-10IRPS / RC-18ISPS is very expensive though, we would not be so quick to get it. Unless you really want to use that low sugar function – this rice cooker does have a sizeable cooking capacity as far as low sugar rice cookers go.
Pros:
- Nice to use
- A breeze to clean with fully detachable parts
- Solid build and well-made
- Very elegant looking
- Compact (1L version)
- Low sugar rice is still tasty
- Automatically keeps rice warm after cooking
- Highly functional (with 17 different pre-programs) – congee, white rice, mixed rice, brown rice, Gaba brown, soup, steam, etc
Cons:
- Expensive
- Inner pot is notably heavy to carry
- Capacity: 1.0L or 1.8L
- Inner Pot: 3mm Thick Binchotan PFA Non-stick Coating
- Weight: 6.5kg
- Warranty: 2 years
- Price: ~$299-349
4. Cornell Jar Rice Cooker 1.0L With Steam Tray
Suitable for a household of 3 to 4 pax:
The Cornell Jar Rice Cooker 1.0L With Steam Tray is your regular sort of rice cooker that automatically goes to Keep Warm mode once the rice is done!
Many users agree that the size is ideal for a family of 3 or 4. In addition, the non-stick coating makes cleaning very easy. And the cooker doesn’t take much space in the kitchen too.
There is a larger version (1.8L) of this rice cooker. Which does not seem to cook rice as well. Users say that have to turn it off right after it’s done. To prevent the rice from burning at the bottom!
Pros:
- Includes measuring cup, rice paddle and steam tray
- Non stick
- Comes with 1 year warranty
- Has a slot to keep the rice paddle
Cons:
- Accessories are made of plastic
- Capacity: 1L
- Inner Pot: Non-stick
- Weight: 1.66kg
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~$40
5. Tefal Easy Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker 1.8L RK7321
Despite a large capacity (up to 10 cups), the Tefal Easy Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker 1.8L RK7321 takes minimal counter space!
The round-bottomed inner pot and fuzzy logic operation means you can rely on it for evenly cooked rice! As long as you can wait (it takes ~40 minutes to cook rice)!
Porridge, basmati, and brown rice all turn out well too, according to reviews! You can use it to braise meat, steam dim sum, and boil soup too! Without much difficulty!
Quality-wise, it’s comparable to a Panasonic rice cooker, except with more features! You can consider this for a family or household of around 6 pax!
Pros:
- Non stick
- 8 pre-set programs (stew, steam, brown rice, soup, porridge, etc)
- Long warranty
- Flat profile is easy to clean
- Uncomplicated operation
Cons:
- Does not alert you when it is done cooking and there is no countdown for the remaining time left
- Not efficient for cooking small portions of food
- Lid is not removable
- Capacity: 1.8L (10 Cups)
- Inner Pot: 4-layer 1.5mm Thick spherical shaped non-stick
- Weight: –
- Warranty: 2 years
- Price: ~$100
6. Tefal Delirice Compact Rice Cooker 1L RK7501
While it looks similar to the previous model, Tefal Easy Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker 1.8L RK7321:
The Tefal Delirice Compact Rice Cooker 1L RK7501 is much smaller and has half the capacity (perfect for a family of 2-3).
But it has even more functions. These include the ability to use it as a claypot or for making congee. It takes 35 minutes to cook fluffy white rice!
Users can tell from the thick inner pot that the quality matches the price! It has dual measurements for both rice and congee too!
Pros:
- Other functions are delay-start and keep warm for up to 12 hours!
- Durable inner pot with dual measurements for congee and rice
- Long warranty
- Measuring cup and steamer tray are included
- Space-saving
- Easy to use
- Makes good rice and porridge
Cons:
- Replacement parts are not available
- Brown rice and sauté are not present in the available functions
- Not completely non stick
- Capacity: 1L (6 Cups)
- Inner Pot: 6-layer 2mm thick spherical shaped ceramic coated
- Weight: –
- Warranty: 2 years
- Price: ~$150
7. Panasonic Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker 1.8L SR-CN188WSH
Panasonic Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker 1.8L SR-CN188WSH offers value for money:
It’s a 6-layer inner pot of 2.2mm thickness in an attractive and minimal white outer casing. With an impressive selection of 16 recipes to choose from! 13 of which are automatic!
Users who get this high quality rice cooker are satisfied with its build and performance (e.g. white rice, curry, brown rice, red bean soup, clay pot, etc)!
This is a rice cooker that really lets you get on with other tasks in the kitchen without having to worry about it!
Suitable for large households that always cook at least 10 cups of rice.
Pros:
- Inner lid and steam vent are both detachable
- Cooks multigrain, brown rice, cake and quinoa
- There is a quick mode
- Nonstick
- Beeps when cooking is complete
- Reliable brand
- Touch screen interface
- Some recipes provided
Cons:
- Short warranty for the price
- Not as space-saving as it looks!
- Capacity: 1.8L
- Inner Pot: 6-layer 2.2mm thick (Non-stick, aluminium, aluminium alloy)
- Weight: 3.8kg
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~$150
8. Zojirushi Micom Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker/Warmer 1.0L NS-TSQ10
Solidly built, the Zojirushi Micom Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker/Warmer 1.0L NS-TSQ10 is not difficult to use even though it’s a multifunctional rice cooker!
You can use it for cooking brown rice, sushi rice, porridge, and even cakes!
Users who tried the brown rice function noted that rice was fluffier! Expertreviews tested this cooker and it does well with both short and long grain rice!
The results don’t vary all the time either! There is a quick function but that still takes 30 minutes!
Get this if you don’t have enough budget for an induction heating rice cooker but still want great rice every time!
Pros:
- Adequate for a household of 5 pax
- Comes with a steaming tray
- You can remove the inner lid and steam vent
- There is a delay timer
- Steaming basket is provided
- There are recipes on the official website
Cons:
- Does not collect water dripping from the lid (when you open it)
- Short warranty for the price
- Not made in Japan
- Capacity: 1L
- Inner Pot: Non-stick
- Weight: –
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~$200
9. Tiger 1.8L Microcomputerized Tacook Rice Cooker JBX-C18S
Replacing the former Tiger 1.8L Microcomputerized Tacook Rice Cooker JBV-S18S, the new Tiger 1.8L Microcomputerized Tacook Rice cooker JBX-C18S comes in a deep red vs the plain beige-gray of the older version.
The thickness of the non-stick inner pot is still the same at 1.7mm. But unlike the older Tiger 1.8L Microcomputerized Tacook Rice Cooker JBV-S18S, the Tiger 1.8L Microcomputerized Tacook Rice cooker JBX-C18S is not made in Japan.
Both models come with a cook book and tout a Tacook cooking plate. The signature “tacook” steam tray is a welcome accessory – you can use it steam pork, chicken, and vegetables!
Other than using the Tiger 1.8L Microcomputerized Tacook Rice cooker JBX-C18S to cook rice:
There is also a Quick Cook mode and options to slow cook, cook porridge, and brown rice! Interestingly, there is a Syncro Cook mode that does what it’s supposed to do well.
Don’t be intimidated by the size of this rice cooker, as it’s not as large as it looks. Alternatively, it also comes in a 1.0L size.
By the way, both Tiger and Zojirushi are rice cooker brands that are well known for their awesome rice cookers! The Zojirushi NS-TSQ18 and Tiger JBV-S18S have similar prices too.
Both use different fuzzy logic methods, but even a rice snob won’t notice the difference in the resulting rice texture!
Although you may find that a 1.8L Zojirushi rice cooker like the NP-HBQ18 can cost more than the 1.8L Tiger JBV-S18S! We’ll explain that in a moment!
Pros:
- Beautiful color
- Good build quality
- Reasonably priced
- Multi-functional
- Available in two sizes (1L or 1.8L)
- Clear instructions
- Cooks rice brilliantly but slowly
Cons:
- Short warranty for the price
- Heavy to carry and handle cannot be locked into place (i.e. swings around)
- Capacity: 1.0L or 1.8L (10 Cups)
- Inner Pot: non-stick 1.7mm thick
- Weight: –
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~$149
10. Zojirushi Induction Heating System Rice Cooker And Warmer NP-HBQ18
Remember how we said that the Tiger rice cooker of the same capacity, 1.8L is cheaper? That’s because the Zojirushi NP-HBQ18 uses a newer technology:
This is one of those rice cookers that use induction heat to cook multiple types of rice (e.g. brown, sushi, etc) at high heat! And it’s made in Japan!
Compared to the Zojirushi TSQ series, the HBQ series uses a high-power “IH (Induction Heating)” system and features a new sphere-shaped design for the inner pot.
And if you’re into GABA brown rice, this rice cooker (NP-HBQ-18) has a specific menu function for that! The smaller version (1L) of the NP-HBQ18 is the NP-HBQ10.
Pros:
- Sturdy build (stainless steel exterior)
- Non stick coating
- Has a keep warm function
- Inner lid comes off if you need to wash it
- You can store the rice paddle at the body of the rice cooker
- There are online recipes (similar to item 8 on this list)
Cons:
- No steaming tray
- Expensive
- Short warranty
- Capacity: 1.8L
- Inner Pot: Black Thick Non-stick Spherical Inner Cooking Pan
- Weight: –
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~$450
11. Russell Taylors Fuzzy Logic SMART Rice Cooker 1.8L ERC-30
At under $50, the Russell Taylors Fuzzy Logic SMART Rice Cooker 1.8L ERC-30 is our top pick for a budget fuzzy logic Smart rice cooker.
The somewhat thin inner pot has a non-stick coating to make cleaning easier. As for its cooking prowess, the Russel Taylors ERC-30 cooks white rice relatively quickly (30 to 40 minutes) and well (i.e., resulting rice is fluffy and soft) aside from 5 other options (Brown Rice, Mixed Rice, Steam, Beans and Soup).
However, those that have previously owned a more premium rice cooker may notice that the rice cooked with the Russel Taylors ERC-30 doesn’t match up (i.e. not as fluffy).
But you can keep the contents of this rice cooker warm for up to 12 hours. Or delay the cooking for a maximum of 24 hours.
Lastly, due to its generous capacity, the Russel Taylors ERC-30 is more ideal for a household of more than 4 pax.
All in all, the Russell Taylors Fuzzy Logic SMART Rice Cooker 1.8L ERC-30 is not bad for the price but if you can afford a better-made rice cooker, that would probably last longer!
The Toshiba 1.0L/1.8L Low GI Rice Cooker RC-10IRPS / RC-18ISPS for instance, comes with 2 years warranty instead of 1. Although it also costs 7 times more than the Russel Taylors ERC-30!
Pros:
- Very affordable
- Simple modern appearance that will blend into any kitchen interior
- Easy to use
- Really non stick
- Looks more expensive than it actually is
- With 6 practical functions
- Big cooking capacity suitable for larger families
- There is a delay timer
Cons:
- Thin inner pot – try not to drop it!
- Smells of plastic the first time you use it
- Cheap plastic-y accessories
- Small font size on the labels are hard to read
- Capacity: 1.8L (10 Cups)
- Inner Pot: non-stick
- Weight: –
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~$49.9
Tips On How To Choose The Best Electric Rice Cooker
- Capacity – in liters (L) or cups. A popular size is 1.5L. Anything smaller is a mini rice cooker!
- Seal – Some rice pots are not sealed. And that’s where you may get leaks from all that bubbling action happening inside! A seal does mean extra components to clean though!
- Easy to clean – Don’t underestimate the power of non-stick coatings! A detachable lid is great too
- Accessories – Check that the rice cooker comes with a spatula, measuring cup and steam tray
- Pre-set menu – do you need the menu selection to include multigrain or other types of rice?
- Durable build – Thick metal is sturdier than plastic. After all, you will be using this appliance frequently!
Verdict
Had your fill of the best rice cookers in Singapore 2022? If you were looking for a smaller rice cooker, we have a separate article on mini rice cookers suitable for a household of 1-2 pax.
Otherwise, this list covers basic, fuzzy logic, multifunctional, and IH rice cookers ranging from 1L to 1.8L! For households of 3 pax and more!
