Rated 5 out of
5
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Michael O from
Great Value
I'm just beginning to learn to use the Rice Cooker but so far, so good!
Date published: 2023-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dd F from
Great deal must buy,
I should have known about this sooner, It’s fantastic
Date published: 2023-05-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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Liz1111 from
Easy to use
Really good easy to use and faster cook. Good good!!
Date published: 2022-12-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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FiberArtist from
Lots of potential
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Haven't had this very long so haven't tried different recipes I would like to. I tried rice (I use basmati rice) and it turned out OK same as stove top. On the plus side I didn't have to worry about it cooking too long like on the stove if I didn't hear timer and didn't get the burner shut off as the rice cooker will switch to "warm". I only cooked one Rice Measuring Cup for two people. Oatmeal came out fine - I like it better then on the stove or the microwave.
I won't be putting the "cooking pot" in the dishwasher - it looks like it is aluminum and aluminum changes color - oxidizes with dishwasher detergent (oxidation can be removed using "Brillo" pads but that's a hassle). This is a handicap for easy cleaning when you have to do a part by hand. The pictured care and cleaning directions are awful - no 2 shows pulling the condenser collector but I can not get it to come off. Finally went to other reviews and someone mentioned the hing so I looked on the back and there it was! Doesn't look anything like the picture in the manual. It is not easy to take off - poor design. Plus others have reviewed it has broken and there is no replacement part (!!) for it. Seems to me Hamilton beach should have replacement for a part that breaks with normal use. It was shipped to me in the rice cooker box - no outer cardboard box. The Styrofoam was broken so I was worried it would not work. Fortunately there were no dings to the unit. All said I am looking forward to trying other foods in the rice cooker. Especially steamed foods. I can think of quite a few I want to do - spinach, shrimp etc.
Date published: 2019-10-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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paula35 from
Healthy Eating for family on the go!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This has helped us get to eating healthy! I throw in the rice, you can use Broth instead of water giving a great flavor for a change. Steaming vegetables taste so much better then boiled! Bar-B-Q your meat and you got a meal. And since their is only 3 of us, we have enough for lunch the next day. And clean up is fast and easy!
Date published: 2019-10-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dilly Dilly from
Perfect rice plus so much more
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Hamilton Beach Digital Simplicity Rice Cooker and Steamer rocks! I love this thing! It is so easy to use. This is my first rice cooker and I couldn't be happier with it. It comes with everything you need, except the rice of course. This rice cooker has it's own measuring cup. If I use 3 of these cups or scoops of rice, then I fill up with water to the 3 line in the cooker bowl. If I need to rinse the rice first, a rise bowl(doubles as a steamer basket) is also included. Plug this thing in, turn it on, select the cooking method and that's it! I was a little skeptical at first but soon I had fluffy perfectly cook rice! When the cooking cycle is done it will automatically switch over to "warm". The delay start option is super convenient. I can set it up to 15 hours in advance. It's great to be able to come home from work for lunch or the end of the day and have the rice hot and ready for me. I can also cook breakfast grains in it. So I can set it at night and when I get up steal cut oats or grits are ready. The steamer basket lets me steam veggies and other food in the cooker. I make potsticker dumplings in it several times a week now. Bean, chili, soups, boxed rice or noodle mixes, cous cous, etc. can all be made in this thing. It works great for me and it's easy to clean. The nonstick aluminum bowl comes out and can go in the dishwasher along with the scoop, rice paddle and lid insert.
Date published: 2019-10-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Russ from
Nice, useful addition to my kitchen appliances.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Unlike my microwave rice cooker, this cooker doesn't overflow. It's easy to use and cleanup is easy. Have only tried it with rice. Looking forward to trying it with other grains and, when the weather cools, cooking oatmeal.
Date published: 2019-10-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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ManP from
Great cooker.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's really a nice option to cook rice easily. We cook rice almost every day and it works great and as I expected. I followed the instructions from manual, it works as described there. Very easy to use and very easy to clean as well. Quality of non-stick cooking pot and steamer basket is also nice. Overall excellent for me and I'll continue using it, happy to have it.
Date published: 2019-10-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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Christinacdrc from
Great product
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So loving the design easy to use I can take this on the go for quick simple veggies and rice so love how well it fits on my counter not to bulky to use and I can make a lot of great food with this this is amazing love how fast it makes great mosit veggies and rice and quick and love how easy to use and quick of a clean up it takes this is a great product to use any time of the day
Date published: 2019-10-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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ccrider from
awesome features
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This rice cooker have some awesome features. You can cook long grain rice, short grain rice, brown rice, arborio rice, basmati rice, jasmine rice and sushi rice. You can cook hot cereals in it also such as cream of wheat, grits, old fashioned oatmeal and steel cut oats. You can cook grain in it also such as barley, buckwheat, farro, millet, quinoa, sorghum and wheatberries. You can also steam food and vegetables in the rice cooker and best part you can cook rice and steam food or vegetables at the same time. This rice cooker is an excellent size for a family of four. If you have a larger family you will need to get a bigger size cooker.
Date published: 2019-10-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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cpk123 from
Simplicity Rice Cooker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used the Simplicity Rice Cooker for my first office lunch at my employer. I was a bit nervous, because I am not a big rice user, as I always have trouble cooking it.
I found a recipe online which could be used in the cooker, and set about gathering my ingredients.
On the day that I had to do the cooking, I could not believe how easy it was! I put the amount of rice that was needed for the recipe, rinsed it well and put it in the cooker with the other ingredients and turned it on...45 minutes later, the rice was done perfectly, and the additional items I added in were cooked and heated through. Clean up was a breeze, and I must say that my first dish was a hit with everyone!
We also used the rice cooker the next day to heat up soup, for grilled cheese and tomato soup sandwiches! The cooker heated the soup through, and everything was delicious.
I am going to have a hard time getting this back to my house, as many of my co-workers want to try it at their homes.
Date published: 2019-10-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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kew24 from
Simple to Use!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I fixed Spanish Chickpeas with rice last night...it turned out fantastic! I put all ingredients in the cooker and hit the preset button for white rice and that was it! The non-stick coating makes it so easy to clean!
I only wish that more recipes were included!
Date published: 2019-10-07
Rated 5 out of
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Sandy m from
Love steaming in my rice cooker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We used my last rice cooker constantly till it blew up. Hamilton Beach is a much better buy! You can leave the rice on warm without it toasting at the bottom like my last one. And the delay function is fantastic! I also like the steaming shrimp and vegetables while my rice is cooking. I would recommend this product to everyone!
Date published: 2019-10-06
Rated 5 out of
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Westend Bob from
Excellent Features!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We bought this Simplicity Rice Cooker and has excellent features! The delayed time feature as so convenient as to make it seem like I was in the kitchen all day! The multi-cook feature as equally a plus feature. Way to go Hamilton Beach!
Date published: 2019-10-04
Rated 5 out of
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Jh27 from
Great digital rice cooker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have always hated boiling rice, this rice cooker definitely makes it convenient especially if you are making a larger portion. The first time I used it, the rice was cooked pretty well. I definitely recommend measuring exactly water and rice. This is super easy to use and set up and I like the fact that it’s digital.
Date published: 2019-10-04
Rated 5 out of
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chezmrl from
small and compact
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was received as a sample product and I love it. It is small enough that it doesnt take up alot of counter space. It will cook many differtnt type of things but I have been useing the steamer the most. It works so well and fast. Easy to clean up also.
Date published: 2019-10-04
Rated 5 out of
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Kmed5 from
Great cooker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve used this rice cooker several times for a few different things and it has been amazing. Rice is easier than ever to make and has come out perfectly every time. I’ve also made soups and veggies in it and it does those so great as well! It is straightforward and easy to use and clean, it fits perfectly stored in my kitchen cabinet! I like that it has the extended timer to keep the food nice and warm for hours! This is a great product and every household should have one!
Date published: 2019-10-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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Angel from
SIMPLE
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received my rice cooker and thought it was a great addition because I usually cook some type of rice (mostly brown rice) every Sunday. I read the instructions was surprised that this cooker will add or decrease cooking time based on the moisture. The cooker did add some time to my rice and it came out great. The rice was not scorched and it separated nicely. I'm looking forward to using the steam basket to steam small servings of vegetables.
Date published: 2019-10-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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Andy from
Works Great
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I already had a rice maker but I did not have anything to cook ancient grains. This product worked great on lentels, faro and several other multigrains. I also cooked couscos and was very suprised as to how well it came out. The only thing I would add is that you need to put either a slim towel or paper towels over the top of the cooking pot to alleviate the moisture but I had to do this with my other rice maker as well.
Date published: 2019-10-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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Baker26 from
Great Features
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I also cook rice on the stove top, but now it's the rice cooker. I have been wanting to try a rice cooker to see how it turns out, I'm glad I received this product as a review, the rice was done quickly, didn't have to wait like I usually do when I do it on a stove top. The steamer is an extra and the oatmeal just as. Now I set the rice and oatmeal when need so, and I'm happy. I don't know longer have to stand over the stove and wait, just set and go.
Date published: 2019-10-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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casf1 from
rice cooker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] this is one item that I thought I did not need..but I love it. Make oatmeal in a.m. and eat lots of various grains so it is perfect esp when you steam vegs on top. can get creative in the prep of the rice/grains also...enjoying it.
Date published: 2019-10-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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Hailey from
Great features! Easy to Use!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm so glad we decided to purchase the Simplicity Rice Cooker. I'm so bad at cooking rice that for years we've been throwing money down the drain on already cooked, microwaveable rice. Since receiving this product, I'm happy to say I can now successfully cook fresh fluffy rice. The instructions are very simple, and in less than an hour, you have nice home cooked rice without any of the preservatives. I would definitely recommend to anyone and everyone.
Date published: 2019-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Smacthom from
Amazing Rice Cooker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For a working mother of two, this appliance is a dream come true! I love how easy it is to clean and assemble. I also love that is has preprogrammed settings/modes that allow you to cook delicious food while multitasking. I cook rice, steam veggies, and make oatmeal/grits for breakfast. I can't wait to make more delicious and healthy food in my cooker!
Date published: 2019-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Scarroll from
Amazing product!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This rice cooker has so many different options! You can cook rice, hot cereal, and even sauté stuff! I love that it also comes with a rice basket to wash the rice in! I love the digital front, makes it very modern! It is also just the right size! 5 stars!
Date published: 2019-10-01
Rated 4 out of
5
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Hamm from
My First Rice Cooker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] When I initially received my rice cooker I thought this was going to be one of those rarely used small kitchen appliances taking up shelf-space.
I am one of those cooks who I’ll admit bought the microwave bags of rice, but I have found it extremely useful for cooking grits, oatmeal, beans, soup/chili, steaming vegetables, fruits and tamales, and of course making wild rice on a few occasions.
Date published: 2019-10-14
Rated 4 out of
5
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Dave K from
A little more that you're basic rice cooker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product is a little nicer than I first expected. The settings for the different types of rice are a little more robust than most models. The time cook feature is a great addition for those quick rice or noodle packages, as well. The steamer basket is more thoughtfully considered than most rice cookers in that you can also user is as a colander for rinsing your rice or other food before cooking.
I gave it a slightly lower rating because of some things I would do differently in the design – mostly a slightly longer power cord, and either making it detachable or self-storing for easier shelf storage of the unit while not in use.
Date published: 2019-10-12
Rated 4 out of
5
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moml03 from
Not too bulky, convenient
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like the convenience of putting the ingredients in the cooker and then leaving it to do its thing. I did find the measuring cup for the rice a little hard to read. The rice on the bottom seemed a little more crunchy but still tasted great.Overall a nice product to have if you make rice often. Can also be used for steaming foods as well.
Date published: 2019-10-11
Rated 4 out of
5
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Cookie7 from
Loving it!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got my Hamilton Beach Simplicity Rice Cooker a few weeks ago. I was extremely excited to try this bad boy out. Rice is a staple for most of our meals so I knew I’d be getting a lot of use out of it.
I’ve already made a few batches of both white and brown rice and they have been cooked perfectly every single time!
I love that you can cook oats, barley, and grains in this pot. It makes things so much easier! You can also use it to steam your veggies while your rice is cooking! It’s literally a time saver!!
I love my Rice Cooker and I can not wait to get creative and make so many more yummy meals for my family!
Date published: 2019-10-10
Rated 4 out of
5
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RobMil1952 from
Great Produce
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had the produce for month. It is easy to work. It cook rice nice and treder and hot. i cook oatmeal in it tast real good.
Date published: 2019-10-08
Rated 4 out of
5
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Tlomax from
Rice cooker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Used it couple of times still trying to figure out how long to cook rice
Date published: 2019-10-07