10 Best Rice Cookers 2025 in Canada

The BLACK+DECKER 2-in-1 Rice Cooker and Food Steamer offers a versatile and user-friendly option for home cooking. With a capacity of up to 16 cups of cooked rice (7 cups uncooked), it easily serves larger families or those who like to prepare meals in batches. The included steaming basket adds extra functionality, allowing you to steam vegetables or fish while cooking rice, which is great for healthy, one-pot meals. The nonstick inner pot is removable and dishwasher safe, making cleanup quick and hassle-free.

A handy keep warm feature automatically kicks in after cooking to keep rice ready to serve, preventing it from drying out. The glass lid lets you monitor cooking without lifting it, and the included spoon and measuring cup help with accurate portions while protecting the pot's surface. On the downside, this model only has two heat settings—cook and keep warm—which might feel basic if you want more control or specialized cooking modes. Also, a slight odor or light smoke during the first use can be surprising, though it's normal and harmless.

The compact size and clean white design fit well in most kitchens without taking too much counter space. This cooker is a solid choice for those seeking a straightforward, reliable rice cooker with added steaming capabilities, easy cleaning, and enough capacity for most families.

The Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 is more than just a rice cooker; it combines seven appliances including a pressure cooker, slow cooker, steamer, sauté pan, yogurt maker, and warmer. With a 6-quart (about 5.7 liters) capacity, it’s roomy enough for medium to large families. Its stainless steel inner pot is made from high-quality, food-grade material without any chemical coating, which is a big plus for healthy cooking and even heat distribution. The pot is easy to clean and dishwasher safe, simplifying maintenance.

The cooker features 14 smart programs covering rice, multigrain, porridge, steaming, and more, making it very versatile for different recipes. The keep-warm function works well, allowing food to stay ready to eat for hours without drying out. It is a bit on the heavier side (over 5 kg) and takes up some counter space, so it’s better suited for kitchens with enough room. The control panel is user-friendly, with simple buttons and an app offering hundreds of recipes. Its 35-inch power cord adds flexibility in placement.

Primarily known as a pressure cooker, it performs solidly as a rice cooker with consistent results. For those who want a multi-use device that speeds up cooking and replaces several appliances, the Instant Pot Duo’s design and features will be appreciated. However, if you only want a basic rice cooker, this might be more complex and expensive than needed.