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Instant Pot

Not a dedicated rice cooker, but Reddit users consistently praise it for basmati and other long-grain rice — plus it replaces multiple appliances. A smart pick if counter space is limited.

$80-$130
Pros
  • Excellent for basmati and long-grain rice per multiple Reddit users
  • Replaces pressure cooker, slow cooker, and rice cooker in one device
  • Widely available and well-supported with accessories
  • Good option for people with limited counter or storage space
Cons
  • Not optimized for short-grain or sushi rice like dedicated cookers
  • Larger footprint than a basic rice cooker
  • More complex to use than a single-purpose rice cooker
Why we recommend it

If you already own an Instant Pot or are considering one, don't buy a separate rice cooker — it handles basmati especially well and the multi-use value is hard to beat.

Reddit user (r/Cooking)

Instant pots work really good for basmati. I have both and use the