Digital Rice Cooker, 4-Cup (Uncooked) / 8-Cup (Cooked), Steamer, Grain Cooker, Multicooker, 2 Qt, Stainless Steel Exterior, ARC-914SBD

I eat a lot of rice and for years, I've made it on the stove top and I never quite got the science of cooking rice. I decided it was time to buy a rice cooker. Love it!!!! Cooking rice is so simple and easy now. White and brown rice comes out great. I love the "keep warm" so its ready to eat when I am. I also love the steamer option for cooking broccoli. Cleans up super easy as well. Best purchase I made this year.

I bought this AROMA brand rice cooker to replace a larger vegetable steamer (by a different manufacturer) that had an attachment for cooking rice. I wanted to have a cooker that was primarily for rice, with the option to steam vegetables and/or cook other foods, while being smaller when stored on the countertop, and easier to clean than my old one. Based on other Amazon reviews, I selected this one. Before I forget to write it, I think it is important to point out that this cooker is rated for 8 cups of COOKED rice, NOT 8 cups of uncooked rice. The usual ratio for regular white rice is 1:2, meaning that if you put in 1 cup of uncooked rice, you will have 2 cups of cooked rice when done. So with this product you can put in a maximum of 4 cups of uncooked rice, and will end up with a maximum of 8 cups of cooked rice. It is also important to note that if you choose to use the optional (included) vegetable steamer/food cooker tray, this fits inside the rice cooker pot and therefore takes up some of the space in that pot; you can cook rice AND steam vegetables/cook food simultaneously, but you cannot fit the full measure of rice when doing so. In my estimate, if you put in a cup or two of uncooked rice, the vegetable steamer/food cooker tray holds about enough to feed two people when combined with the rice. It is certainly not large enough to simultaneously cook rice and other food in quantities for a family; AROMA makes a similar product with a larger capacity if you need it. I shopped in several stores (Sears, Bed Bath & Beyond, Target, Macy's) before buying this cooker. They all carried electric rice cookers, but none had this product. Sears has AROMA products, but only in a less expensive non-digital version, while BB&B had a similar cooker by West Bend that did not look as good in terms of quality. But the majority of places I looked carried only non-digital rice cookers. I mention this because I think the digital ones have a couple of advantages that are significant enough to comment on: - The cooker is not simply based on cooking time; there is some sort of measurement going on that assures properly cooked rice. - The cooker can be programmed to start cooking while you are away, so that the rice (or other food) will be ready when you want to eat it. - The cooker automatically goes into a 'keep warm' mode once cooking is done, and will work well in this regard for at least a few hours. This cooker includes the following: - Cooker itself (included the digital controller and the heating element) - Teflon coated (non-stick) rice cooker pot - Plastic vegetable steamer/food cooker tray - Plastic stirring spatula (used once rice is cooked) - Clear plastic measuring cup (1 cup capacity) - Users manual - Quick start guide - Rice recipes Basic rice cooking goes like this: - Measure uncooked rice, using included cup or any other measuring cup - Pour rice into pot - If cooking white rice, pour in some water, stir with included spatula (or wooden spoon, etc), drain water (this optional step helps rinse away excess starch) - Add water to pot (which already contains rice) until water level reaches measuring mark on inside of pot that corresponds with amount of rice - Close cooker lid - Press POWER button - Press either the WHITE RICE or BROWN RICE button - Cooking starts, and is monitored by the digital controller; display shows rotating LED pattern, 'Cooking' LED illuminates - When digital controller estimates that about 12 minutes remain, display stops rotating pattern and starts showing count down minutes until done - Cooker beeps loudly for a few seconds, automatically enters KEEP WARM mode, 'Keep Warm' LED illuminates - When ready to eat, press POWER button twice to turn cooker off, open lid and remove pot - Stir cooked in pot using included spatula (or wooden spoon, etc) The manual includes a chart for estimating cooking time, but in general white rice takes 20-30 minutes, and brown rice takes twice that time. I have done small and large batches of both white rice, brown rice, and also a batch of wild rice, and all came out perfectly, properly cooked but not mushy. White rice had a nice level of stickiness of the sort that lends itself to eating with chopsticks, but without being TOO sticky, so you can easily break it up by stirring more with the spatula. In my tests, I always used the recommended water amount (i.e. I filled the pot to the measurement line that matched the amount of uncooked rice I put in), EXCEPT for the wild rice; the cooker does not have a setting for wild rice, so I followed the instructions on the rice bag, putting in 1-3/4 cup of water for each cup of uncooked rice, and then using the BROWN RICE mode on the cooker. I have not used the optional vegetable steamer/food cooker tray, so I cannot comment on that very much. But the manual includes extra steps for setting up cooking in the tray only (i.e. no rice cooking), as well as simultaneous cooking of rice and other foods. There are ways to specify time values that apply to the foods in the optional tray, so the cooker is not going only on its normal method for rice-only cooking. Besides using the product for cooking rice, and other things in the optional tray, it can be used as a sort of 'crock pot' for heating soups, chili, stews, etc. In this case, you just put the food to be heated into the pot directly and select the WHITE RICE mode. The food will be heated and then the cooker will keep it warm until you are ready to eat it. I tested this using a can of chili, and it worked well. This use of the cooker is mostly useful if you want to program it to start cooking while you are away, with cooking completed soon before you ARE ready to eat, OR to keep the food warm if you are uncertain about when you will be ready to eat. The pot is easy to clean. Since neither water or food are ever put into the body of the cooker, there should rarely be any need to clean it, other than wiping the inside of the lid in case any food splashed up onto it during cooking. The quality of this product seems very good. Nothing feels cheap. My only quibbles are that the power cord is quite short (obviously intended for use on a counter top, whereas I prefer to use it on a table that is further from the nearest outlet), and the 'control panel' area is quite reflective, and sometimes I have to view from different angles in order to read the buttons and/or the display and other LEDs.

Great appliance. Makes 3 - 4 adult servings of cooked rice to give you an idea of what needs you may need it for.

I bought the 4-Cup (uncooked), 2 Qt. ARC-914SBD model two months ago (Jan. 2026). It makes fantastic rice and was good at making oatmeal (a little overdone). It appears to be well-made with a much nicer cooking bowl than my previous rice cooker. I find it a little more difficult to clean the lid, but only a little. Two significant problems: 1. The smallest amount of rice it cooks is too much rice for one person. I always have to store half the rice and use it within a few days or throw it out. 2. It is very difficult to read the FILL lines on the inside of the cooking bowl. With a flashlight shining at the right angle, I can read the lines. My solution was to use my kitchen scale to weigh how much water was needed for a certain fill line and then just weigh the bowl when adding the water instead of getting out my flashlight each time. Overall a very good rice cooker. I just don't know what more it does than my previous $25 rice cooker (which finally wore out after 20 years).

I recently purchased a rice cooker, and it has been a game-changer for making perfectly cooked rice with minimal effort. Here’s my review after using it consistently for a few weeks: Performance & Cooking Quality: The rice cooker does an excellent job of cooking rice evenly every time. I’ve used it for white rice, brown rice, jasmine, and even sushi rice, and each batch turns out perfectly fluffy without being undercooked or sticky. The cooker has multiple settings for different types of rice, which I love because it takes the guesswork out of cooking. It even comes with a steaming tray, so I can cook vegetables or dumplings at the same time, which is a bonus! Ease of Use: The rice cooker is incredibly simple to use. You just measure out the rice, add the water (the ratios are printed on the side), and press the button for the type of rice you’re cooking. The cooking process is quick, usually taking about 20-30 minutes, depending on the type of rice. Once done, it automatically switches to “keep warm” mode, so you don’t have to worry about your rice getting cold. The simple one-button design means I don’t have to fiddle with settings or worry about overcooking. Size & Capacity: I went with a 6-cup rice cooker, which is perfect for my small family. It can cook up to 12 cups of cooked rice, which is ideal for meal prepping or making enough rice for several meals. It’s not too bulky and fits neatly on the counter without taking up too much space. Cleaning & Maintenance: Cleaning is a breeze. The non-stick inner pot makes it easy to wipe away any rice residue, and it’s also dishwasher-safe, which is a huge plus for me. The outer casing is easy to wipe down with a damp cloth. There’s a condensation collector on the lid that’s simple to remove and clean as well. Build Quality & Durability: The rice cooker feels sturdy and well-made. The lid fits tightly, and the handle stays cool during cooking, which is nice for safety. I’ve used it almost daily, and it’s holding up well without any issues. It’s also lightweight enough to store in a cabinet when I’m not using it, but stylish enough to leave on the counter if needed. Drawbacks: The only minor issue is that the “keep warm” feature isn’t always perfect. If you leave the rice in the cooker for too long after it’s finished cooking, it can become a little dry or hard. However, this is more of a personal preference—if I’m planning to eat the rice right away, it’s never an issue. Also, while it’s great for rice, it’s not as versatile as some multi-cookers, so if you’re looking for something that can also bake or pressure cook, you may want to explore other options. Final Thoughts: Overall, I’m very satisfied with this rice cooker. It’s efficient, easy to use, and consistently produces perfectly cooked rice. If you eat rice regularly or just want an easy way to make it without worrying about timing or technique, I highly recommend investing in one of these. It’s made cooking rice so much simpler, and the added convenience is worth every penny!

Great small rice cooker! It’s compact, easy to use, and perfect for small households or single servings. Cooks rice evenly and comes out soft and fluffy every time. It heats up quickly and switches to “warm” mode automatically, which is very convenient. Cleanup is simple since the inner pot is nonstick, and the size makes it easy to store without taking up counter space. It’s also great for cooking oatmeal, soups, or small portions of food. Overall, a reliable and practical appliance for everyday use!

The item is absolutely fantastic, there is instructions on the box as well as a packet inside that described how to cook brown, or white rice, along with specific instructions on how to cook, vegetables, meat, or stew… I found those really helpful and overall the design of this rice cooker was fantastic. I definitely would suggest wiping it down and washing everything with hot soapy water before use because there is a certain plastic-y smell to it as everything is wrapped individually in plastic.

TL;DR: Buy this, it’s amazing. There’s no need to buy a fancier model, this makes perfect rice, is simple, is inexpensive, and does not take up much room. As someone with extensive experience in the kitchen, both professionally and at home, I cannot imagine anything simpler to cook than rice. There are only 2 ingredients, rice & water and it's not very complicated. With so many appliances in my kitchen, why bother with another thing to buy, use once, and take up storage space? I have enough gadgets that seemed great on paper (air fryers, bread makers, etc.) which did not do the job as well as I could do using traditional methods, and which were often difficult to clean and maintain. So, a rice cooker? A machine to replace the easiest food in the world to cook? Why? My wife had suggested one, after all, all of the restaurants that served rice used them. But, I explained (probably incorrectly) they need to make a LOT of rice; we don't, and that's probably why they use them. Then I came across an article in one of my favorite food magazines, where they test products and came across their review of rice cookers. This rice cooker received the highest rating and was the least expensive of all their tests (and this is a serious chef's magazine, not supported by advertising; their reviews are spot-on and unbiased). And so, I bit the bullet and thought that if it was garbage, I'd just toss it, it was inexpensive enough. As soon as I got this, I wanted to use it and prove to my wife why it was a waste of money and space, and how even a review from an almost always dependable magazine, could be wrong, Of course, I tried some basmati rice because I knew that there was no way that I was going to get fluffy rice with discrete, pieces of rice not stuck together. Once more I would show her who was right. Wrong. After about 33 minutes when the machine said that the rice was done, I opened the lid and, behold, it was perfect! Each grain of rice was perfectly cooked, separate from all the other grains, flowable, and it was the same from the top of the pot to the bottom. Amazing and impressive. Then I decided that the time/temperature etc. of this gadget must have been designed for basmati rice, let's try some short-grain sticky rice for sushi. Damn, how does it know? Again, perfect. I'm now a believer, I admit I was very wrong, and the answer to who needs a rice cooker is: I do and You do. - This machine cleans up beautifully, it leaves no rice on the bottom of the pot. - It is simple to use. - It cooks rice perfectly My only issue with it is, as per the attached photos, it is very difficult to see the water line markings on the inside of the pot. This machine is too good, however, to deduct any points for that. Two things to point out: 1) The cup that it comes with equals 3/4 of a dry cup measure. It says that in the instructions but on the cup itself, there is a 3/4 full mark. That's a bit confusing but, the measuring cup is 3/4 cup when it is filled to the top. If you fill it to the 3/4 mark, you're weighing out 3/4 of a cup (or a little over 1/2 of a regular cup) so just fill it to the brim. 2) There is a steam vent on the lid. It's probably not best to place this under a cabinet; condensation will form on the underside of the cabinet and drip or, worse, penetrate the cabinet wood and get moldy. Keep it in a position so that the vent is clear of anything above it. I highly recommend, despite my previous insistence that nobody needs a rice cooker, this machine. It's amazing. Review of: Aroma Housewares 2-8-Cups (Cooked) Digital Cool-Touch Rice Grain Cooker and Food Steamer

Excelente!! Estoy encantada

Fácil de usar. Manual sencillo de uso y de buena capacidad. El arroz queda perfecto y ademas tiene la opcion para mantener la temperatura. La usamos casi a diario. Ha sido una buena compra definitivamente. La dejas funcionando y como la debes estar cuidando te permite aprovechar ese tiempo de cocción en otras cosas del hogar o bien cocinar otras cosas mientras esta listo! En ocasiones lo pongo en la mañana para que el resto de la familia lo coma recien hecho a la hora de la comida porque conserva bien la temperatura ademas de tener esta opción que no he usado siempre porque la mayoria del tiempo no es necesario el boton de "mantener temperatura"

Unfortunately, the seller forgot to mention in the description the big disclaimer that the rice cocker that they are selling causes cancer (see picture). I tried to return the product to get my money back and it was really painful as the seller did not wanted to pay for the return at first. Then when I managed to get a prepaid label, they resended the parcel back again by mistake, but they did not send the money. Still no money received and they expect that I pay to return the package (that they mistakely re-sent). Will really not reccomend this product.

Works well. Great for 4 to 5 people. Cooks perfect rice every time,. It took a bit to figure out that the cup measure inside is actually 3/4 of a cup not 1 cup so if I lose the cup measure that comes with the set I can use a 3/4 measuring cup in its place. You put the rice in, using the 3/4 cup measure, then fill up to required water line, turn it on, then select type of rice. It takes about 25 for white rice as there is a pre -warming time then 12 minutes of steaming, then it switches to the warming setting. It takes a little longer than cooking rice on the stove as, but in the end it saves time because I never have to check back on it once its set up. I really didn't think I needed a rice cooker as rice is so easy to cook but I love it. No mess from boiling over, no watching it, and no burning dry. The rice is warm when you go to eat it. A gluten free friend sets hers up in the morning and lets the rice stay warm all day for meals.

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