First of all I will give a brief run down of rice cooker manufacturers and who makes the best machines. Then I want to focus on one particular model. The reason for this is that as I discussed above, I think that the Zojirushi NP-HBC10 offers households something very special when it comes to cooking rice.

It is the Japanese brands that produce the best rice cookers in the world today. This is very hard, if not impossible, to dispute. We all know just how popular rice is in the Far East. Combined with this is the world famous Japanese electronics industry. Therefore it is no surprise that they have invented some particular technologies that allow their machines to produce superior rice.

The biggest advance has been the introduction of Micom components to these devices. What this has done is change the rice cooker from an electrical appliance into an electronic one. This is simply a higher technology version. The way that Micom works is much more sophisticated than simply an on/off function of more basic models. This is because they are able to actually control the way that the machine works. Micom is in charge of the actual temperature that the rice is cooked at as well as the duration of the cooking process itself. This is why machines such as the NP-HBC10 from Zojirushi are worth every penny.

To begin with, it is a good idea to read a range of product reviews so that you get a feel for the sort of prices and features of the various machines on offer. These days it is now possible to purchase a range of Japanese rice cookers made by companies such as Zojirushi, Sanyo and Panasonic as well as those made by Western producers such as Aroma, Black & Decker, Cusinart and Krups. If I am being perfectly honest, the best rice cookers are made by the Japanese. They have a world beating electronics industry and they love eating rice. When we combine these two factors, it is no surprise that they make the best machines.

A good place to start your price comparison is on the Amazon website. This online store is well known for having some of the lowest prices, a safe and secure ordering system and they also deliver promptly. So this would be your best online option. Their range of products is also very large. Perhaps though you would rather get to see the Zojirushi NP-HBC10 in a store before you commit to buying it. This is a good idea because you can see how big it is and if you like the look of it.

The Zojirushi NP-HBC10 is, as I mentioned above, a top of the range product. It is a Micom rice cooker that uses Zojirushi’s Induction Heating system. Once you try rice from a machine such as this, you will understand just why Zojirushi has such a good reputation for making kitchen appliances.

The question is less about where to buy and perhaps more about the why. Did you know that the Zojirushi NP-GBC05 is a 3 cup rice cooker? This makes it perfect for you if you are living on your own. It is also a good size for couples and even small families. It can feed up to five people. However, if you have 4 or 5 people to cook for then you may be better off thinking about the NP-HBC10 which is the same as the 3 cup machine but a size up.

Both these devices are Micom rice cookers. This is the basic level that you should really be considering, assuming you can afford it. Non-Micom machines are okay but Micom is definitely better. This is because the Micro Computer that is inside the appliance ensures that your rice will be cooked to perfection every time you use it.

When you buy a Zojirushi NP-GBC05, you not only get a Micom rice cooker but it also features Zojirushi’s Induction Heating System. This is a really nice piece of technology. In fact this is the only 3 cup rice cooker made by any manufacturer that has it. So in my eyes, this is definitely the best 3 cup rice cooker you can find.

Induction Heating is a system that works not by using a heating element to warm the cooking bowl. Instead a magnetic field is created inside the rice cooker that means that the cooking bowl actually becomes the source of heat within the device. I can tell you first hand that this makes the best rice out of any rice cooker I have every used personally.

The full name of this device is the Zojirushi CV-DSC40 VE Hybrid Water Boiler and Warmer. “VE” stands for Vacuum Electric. This is an advanced design feature that ensures that the water inside will stay hot but with minimal electricity usage. The exterior body of this attractive kitchen appliance is made of stainless steel. This makes it both easy to clean and stylish enough to fit any type of kitchen design.

It is kind of like a futuristic kettle. Not only does it boil water but it also keeps it warm so that at a push of a button you can have hot water at any time of day. This is great for tea, coffee, soups or any other hot water needs you may have. There are three different temperature settings. So it depends upon exactly how hot you like your water. Of course some teas can become damaged and bitter if you add water that is too close to boiling.

The CV-DSC40 can hold up to 4 liters of water. It is a convenient appliance that can actually be of great use to a wide range of people. Anyone who has trouble filling and pouring a kettle may be better off with this style of water boiler. You can use a jug to add water or even just a mug. Then when you want to get hot water, you do not have to lift the machine up. You simply press a button on the top.

You can find quite a few different Zojirushi hot water boilers on Amazon who have the lowest prices for these sorts of appliances. Like their top quality rice cookers, these water boilers also make use of Micom technology.

For this Zojirushi NP-HTC10 review I shall start at the beginning, this unit is the same as many Zojirushi machines and is a Micom rice cooker. In addition to this it also features their Induction Heating system. If you buy a Zojirushi NP-HBC10 you also get this feature. But in addition to this, the NP-HTC10 also cooks with pressure. This is what you are paying the extra money for. The NP-HBC10 costs $100 less but does not have this pressure cooking function. The way that it works is to select from three different pressure levels depending upon the particular cooking cycle that you choose.

For some people, buying the top of the range Zojirushi machine will suit their budget but for others it is just a little bit too expensive. However you should bear in mind that at $100 less, the NP-HBC10 represents great value.

There are a huge range of different grains of rice that you can cook with the NP-HTC and NP-HBC ranges. In fact the settings are basically the same. The best place to look for rice cookers online is the Amazon site. They usually have the lowest prices that you can find anywhere on the internet.

Although buying a new rice cooker can be quite expensive, it is an investment in your own health. Eating rice, particularly brown rice, is good for our health and a good rice cooker is capable of making it taste really nice so you will want to eat it regularly. So if you want to buy a Zojirushi NP-HTC10 you should try and find the best deal you can.

You may already know that this machine features a Micom (Micro Computerized) controller as well as their Induction Heating system. In fact, it is the only 3 cup rice cooker with this feature. There is actually quite a big difference in the quality of rice that can be produced in a regular Micom vs an Induction Heating Micom machine. So if you buy a Zojirushi NP-GBC05 you will not be disappointed.

Admittedly, this cooker is not for everyone. The issue is mainly the cost. Currently the price for this machine is over $250 so it will be out of the price range of many people. But do not worry, there are still a host of different Micom rice cookers for sale closer to $100.

3 cup rice cookers like this one are great for people who live alone as well as couples and even small families. “3 cups” refers to the number of cups of un-cooked white rice that they can hold. So if you make 3 cups it is actually enough to feed up to five people. But if you have five people in your family it may be a better idea to consider the NP-HBC10 which is the 5 1/2 cup version of the NP-GBC05. The features are identical. The only difference is the capacity of the units.

With a high quality rice cooker like these ones you are able to make great tasting rice any time. The only things that you have to do are to measure out your rice into the cooking bowl, give it a wash and then add the appropriate amount of water before putting it into the rice cooker and turning it on. The Zojirushi rice cooker will then take care of the rest and prepare your food perfectly.

Rice cookers come in three main sizes, 3 cup, 5 1/2 cup and 10 cup. Each is aimed at a slightly different audience. If you want to buy a Zojirushi NP-GBC05 you should know that it is best for people who live on their own or with a partner or potentially in a small family. At maximum capacity it can feed up to five people. But it is perhaps best for using for one to three persons. This means that you can make enough so that there will be second helpings or left overs.

The Zojirushi NP-GBC05 rice cooker is a premium kitchen appliance and does not come cheap. In fact even when you shop on Amazon you will find that it costs over $200. This is not exactly a low price. But what you have to remember is that it is a top of the range appliance that is well worth the money simply because it can make the best rice in town.

As already mentioned, it is the NP-HTC10 that costs the most. In fact it is about $100 more expensive than the cheaper NP-HBC10. So for that sort of money you certainly want to get a rice cooker that has something other than a nicer look. What the more expensive model does have is a Pressure Cooking function. So depending upon which cooking cycle you choose, the machine automatically selects from one of three pressure options. Zojirushi state in their sales literature that the pressure helps to make the rice you make more easily digestible and have a greater available nutritional content. This certainly seems like a reasonable claim to make.

The question you have to consider when you compare the NP-HTC10 with the NP-HBC10 is whether spending an extra $100 is warranted. If you buy a Zojirushi NP-HTC10, you are getting one of the most expensive rice cookers sold in America today. A good place to look if you want to pick up a cheap rice cooker online is Amazon.

To be honest though, I think that it is the NP-HBC10 that is the better value machine. They are both Induction Heating units so even without the pressure cooking function, the Zojirushi NP-HBC10 can make great tasting rice. If money is not an issue then it makes no difference if you go for the more expensive kitchen appliance but if you are looking for the best value then I think that the cheaper rice cooker wins.

Choosing to buy a Zojirushi NP-HBC10 is a great option if you can afford it. This is a 5 1/2 cup rice cooker so is the perfect size for most families. If you have an especially large group of people to cook for then you may want to consider the NP-HBC18 machine instead. This is the larger model in the same range and can produce enough rice to feed eighteen hungry family members.

There are a host of decent features that this rice cooker has. First of all, it is a Micom kitchen appliance as you would expect. This is really the base level of rice cooker that you want to go for. Admittedly they are not the cheapest machines on the market but they are the ones that make the best tasting rice. The NP-HBC10 though has more than just Micom functionality. It uses Zojirushi’s new Induction Heating system. This is only found on their most advanced devices. Other machines that have it included the Zojirushi NP-GBC05 and the NP-HTC10. The way it works is to create a magnetic field when the power is turned on. This magnetizes the inner cooking bowl making it instantly hot. So the cooking bowl in actual fact ends up being the heat source within the rice cooker. This means that every time you cook rice it will come out tasting great.

Therefore when you buy a Zojirushi rice cooker you can be sure that it will do a great job of making your rice. There are a host of features that make the Zojirushi Micom models worthy of consideration. To begin with, they are controlled by a Micro Computerized chip that can alter the length of cooking time and also change the temperature within the inner cooking bowl as the rice is actually cooking. This means that every time you cook rice it will come out tasting great with a lovely texture.

All the Zojirushi Micom cookers now have a detachable inner lid. This is a very handy feature that means that cleaning up after use is so easy. First of all you have to let it cool down because it will be very hot. But after that, just pop it out and give it a wash in the sink. The steam vent on top also comes off so you can give this a rinse too.

Finally to clean the inner cooking bowl is very easy. It has a non-stick coating which makes it easy to get all the rice you cook out. Then you have to let it cool down too. After that it is easy just to give it a wipe with some dry kitchen towel before you wash it in the sink. That is all there is to it. These are some of the reasons why Zojirushi Micom rice cookers are such great kitchen devices.