Zojirushi Micom 3-Cup Compact Size, Multiple Settings, Stainless Steel Made, Built-In Retractable Power Cord and Easy to Transport Rice Cooker and Warmer

I have had my rice cooker since 2020. If my house was on fire... I'm grabbing the rice cooker on the way out. My favorite kitchen appliance by far. It is so fool proof and effortless. Easy to use and easy to clean. It's been 5 years, I use it every week and I still love it. It looks new still and has never let me down, super durable. It makes perfect rice 100% of the time and keeps it perfect for 2 days! Buy it now! It's cheaper now than when I bought it so you have no excuses.

Pros: Small Portable Retractable Cord Lightweight Multi-Menu Easy to Operate Cons: Not Cheap Internal Battery What I received in the package: 1 x ZOJIRUSHI NS-LGC05XB Micom Rice Cooker 1 x Internal 3 Cup Cooking Bowl 1 x Plastic Spatula 1 x Plastic Spatula Holder Accessory 1 x Plastic Measuring Cup 1 x User Manual This ZOJIRUSHI NS-LGC05XB Micom Rice Cooker product is an easy to use small rice cooker / warmer is approximately 9 1/8” x 11 7/8” x 7 1/2” and weighs in at roughly 5lbs 13.7oz. Interface is straightforward. You simply depress the [Menu] Button until you reach the type of rice you are cooking and then select [Start]. There are other functions but that is the very basics. It will play a little tune before it gets started the timer will count down until it is ready. This is a small rice cooker for the price but it does seem to cook a perfect pot of rice each time. There are a few features that I think are outstanding with this cooker. First, the 44” power cord is fully retractable. Making cleanup and storage easy. You should be careful not to pull the cord out passed the red sticker or it may not reel back in. Second, the cooker produces very little condensation that you have to clean up. It was easy to wipe down and store. All residual condensation drains directly into the pot, so not extra parts to clean. Third, the cooker is compact and relatively lightweight. The pot has a 3 cup capacity which is small for the price, but quite sufficient. I’ll be honest here, I have never paid this much for a rice cooker. I have gone through phases of using a cooker and then making rice manually in a pot. I decided recently to breakdown and get another cooker. I did a lot of research on models and brands and this one came out on top. This Micom model uses “fuzzy logic” to makes micro changes to your cooking time, etc depending in various variables to ensure your rice is cooked to perfection each time. I am Hawaiian and we are heavy rice eaters. Rice has been a staple on our table since I can remember. I cook rice practically daily depending on my needs. I have yet to be disappointed with this cooker. You just start it and leave it … much like any other rice cooker. The difference is the rice is perfect. It does have a delayed cooking feature if you want to prep it and cook it later. To do this you select the cooking program from the menu and then you select the time you want the rice to be completely cooked and ready. The Micom will process the information and determine when it needs to start to complete it at that time. Nice !!! I have tried cooking the following rice types: White Brown Basmati Jasmine Saffron While the unit does not have a specific Basmati, Saffron or Jasmine rice preset. I found that using the Long Grain or White setting with the proper rice to water ratio works just fine. Now to the only feature I don’t care for. This cooker has an internal clock which runs off of a clock battery that is integrated into the circuit board. The only instructions are when the battery goes out to contact the manufacturer for a replacement, which is not free. I am pretty handy and figure that when the time comes I will add a battery slot so you can replace the battery in the future without having to solder again. But that is a consideration you do have to mull over if you are looking at this model. As to replace this battery it “will” be something that the manufacturer will have to do if you don’t want to void your warranty or damage the unit if you are not skilled in soldering. Granted, these batteries typically last roughly 5 years so it should easily outlast your 1-Year Warranty. I feel this a money grab for a unit that is already quite expensive. I considered dropping it a star for making it a requirement to have to have the replaced by the manufacturer. The reason I didn’t is that it will still operate if you plug it in … it just will not retain the clock time and you will have to rest the time each time you plug it in. IF you unplug it. I can live with that. I am also not a huge fan of non-stick surfaces. However, that is common among all rice cooker brands. The unit also has a part, the power cord, that contain BPA. While it is not in direct contact with any cooking surface or food. The possibility does exist that you could cross-contaminate the cooking pot or food by plugging in the cord and not washing your hands before you begin to prepare the rice. Keep that in mind … The manufacturer offers a 1-Year Warranty from the original purchase date on this product. I appreciate you taking the time to read this. All in all, I have had a number of rice cookers in my lifetime … I wish I had known about this brand years ago. Please don’t let the price tag fool you. It is worth every Penney so far and will pay for itself inside a year with the amount of rice my family consumes as well as the time savings. While this is an excellent unit … there is still room for improvement here that would make it a true 5-Star appliance. It is so close to being 5-Star to me and is probably the best cooker I have ever owned. However, for those who don’t prefer Non-stick, the ability to purchase a ceramic pot would be a great option. Removing all BPAs from the product would be another and the ability to change out the battery is something that should be to be done without having to send in the unit. As the world continues to trend toward more healthy and sustainable choices … I hope this is something this manufacturer takes to heart. It must also be noted that all brands I have owned or researched suffer from the same flaws. Hope this information was helpful. [5 Stars] This product is made in China.

This is an amazing rice cooker. It’s durable from its non-stick coating to its electrical conduits, which operates seamlessly. After rice gets cooked, Warm setting auto kicks in. Even if you leave the rice setting on for awhile, cooked rice never sticks to the pot and never gets any burned look from down under. Just follow its delivered/online instructions and you’re all “set to forget”; it has an alarm to alert that the grain is already cooked. There’s also a “Quick” cooking mode if you need the rice cooked sooner than later. Tried rolled oats too and this rice cooker produced a rolled oats with restaurant style textured. Coupled with excellent online support, I, definitely, have no regrets with this purchase.

Have used this thing every day since I bought it. I clean it out after use with a soft sponge then hand dry. I prep it the night before and I come home from work to the smell of rice cooking. Comes out perfect every time and I eyeball it at best when measuring the rice and water. It wipes clean with just a damp cloth and looks good on the counter. I can't speak to the value for something like this compared to the competition as it is my first rice cooker that cost more than like forty bucks but I will say that I will never go back, lol.

This is a great appliance, compact size, controls work great, and after a few weeks of daily, nothing has burnt. We use this 1-2 times per day for Sushi Rice, Oatmeal (both quick and steel cut) and Quinoa. Easy to clean, easy to use and the timer function works great.

4 stars cause it's nonstick and it's annoying that I need to wash it so carefully. I've been making rice about 10 years, then finally switched from a pot on the stove to a zojirushi. There's a learning curve of how much water to rice to use, as I like a firmer rice (yes the given lines make, in my opinion, mushy rice) and the lines on the side of the pot aren't accurate, so the reviews who say it produces mushy rice just need to play with water levels. Here's what I use for future reference, first measurement is the included rice cup, second is that same rice cup with water. Sushi/short grain: 1:1 (sushi setting) Jasmine: 1:1 (long grain white setting) Cheap (Aldi) long grain: 1:1.125 (1 and 1/8th) (long grain white setting) Medium grain (sekka, calrose): 1:1 (white rice/mixed setting) Basmati: 1:1.75 (long grain white setting) When I do pilafs I just sautee the rice in a pan then dump it in with 1:1 ratio, as I usually pilaf long grain Jasmine rice. When I do fried rice in my carbon steel wok, I usually cut back the cooking water by 1/8 to 1/4, but I've also done it normally and it produces fine fried rice, just slightly less al dente. Haven't done sweet rice or Thai long grain sweet rice, as I've found it's easier to get a good product using a steamer (bamboo) basket and just steaming the soaked overnight rice for like 15 minutes a side, 30 minutes total. Been a cooking for about 20 years since I was 10, so hopefully this helps someone! If not it's still a great cheat sheet for me!

I’ve been using the Zojirushi Micom 3-Cup Rice Cooker and Warmer for several months now, and it has become an indispensable appliance in my kitchen. Its compact size is perfect for my small countertop, yet it offers a variety of cooking functions that cater to my diverse culinary needs. Pros: • Advanced Fuzzy Logic Technology: The microcomputer adjusts cooking time and temperature, ensuring perfect rice every time. I’ve successfully cooked white rice, brown rice, and even steel-cut oatmeal with consistent results. • Multiple Menu Settings: The cooker offers settings for white/mixed rice, sushi rice, brown rice, GABA brown rice, long-grain white rice, steel-cut oatmeal, and quick cooking. This versatility allows me to experiment with different grains and recipes. • Compact and Portable: The fold-down handle and built-in retractable power cord make it easy to transport and store, which is ideal for my limited kitchen space. • Easy to Clean: The detachable and washable inner lid, along with the nonstick inner cooking pan, simplifies the cleaning process. Cons: • Price Point: While it’s a bit more expensive than basic rice cookers, the quality and features justify the investment. Overall: The Zojirushi Micom 3-Cup Rice Cooker and Warmer has exceeded my expectations in terms of performance and convenience. Its advanced features and compact design make it a valuable addition to any kitchen, especially for small households or individuals who enjoy a variety of grains.

And its an INVESTMENT. I was nervous about spending this much on a rice cooker, but thought that I eat so much rice I might as well take the plunge. This rice cooker is on a whole new level. Have I ever really had rice before? You can tell that the people who designed this have cooked before. Cleanup is super, super easy. The bowl feels incredibly high quality, as does the rest of the cooker despite it being primarily plastic. The carrying handle on it is just an excellent touch, it makes it easy to move the cooker if I have to(which with my tiny kitchen, I often do.) And I can trust that my rice will stay nice and hot, due to just how well insulated this cooker is. The keep-warm function is also just divine. I was having a bad day, made some rice, and fell asleep. My old cooker would have kindly burnt a thin layer of rice on the bottom, but just as always the rice fell away from the bowl, deliciously fluffy as always. There's also no need to worry about water collecting on the inside lid, there's a place for that too just on the top of the rice cooker that is SUPER easy to clean out. The rice I make is now so, so fluffy! Its hard to describe it, but I can truly tell I made a huge upgrade from my sad little 20 buck rice cooker. If you're a college student like me, who eats nothing but rice to save money but you have a little bit to spare, this is so far a GREAT investment. I can see this staying with me well into the future. (Also, the adorable song at the start and end, also just brightens up my whole cooking experience.)