The Pantin PRW-22000 is a large commercial-grade rice cooker with 22.2 quarts of capacity and 2,850 watts of power, priced at $398. It requires 220-volt power and weighs 30 pounds, putting it firmly in the commercial kitchen category with very limited appeal for home use.
Commercial kitchens, large restaurants, catering companies, or institutional food service operations that need to produce rice in very high volume per cycle.
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You are a home cook, lack a 220-volt outlet, or need something that can be moved and stored easily.
Capacity 22.2 qt
Power 2850 W
Material Stainless Steel
Color Silver
Dimensions 18.5 X 18.5 X 16 In
Weight 30.0 lb
Priced 663% above the category median ($52.13 across 35 tracked models)
Capacity of 22.2 qt - larger than 100% of the 35 models we track
Power of 2850 W - higher than 100% of the 35 models we track
Pros
22.2-quart capacity is among the largest available for a single unit
2,850-watt power output matches the large volume requirement
Stainless steel build suits high-frequency commercial use
Silver finish is clean and professional looking for kitchen settings
Cons
Requires 220-volt power, limiting it to commercial kitchens or specially wired spaces
Only 16 buyer reviews, making it difficult to assess reliability
3.8-star rating is the lowest of the eight products reviewed here
30 pounds and 18.5 x 18.5 x 16 inches means it is a permanent station, not portable
Priced at $398 with thin review data increases purchase risk
Our scorecard
4.0/5overall
Owner rating3.8/5
3.8 average across 16 owner ratings
Popularity0.4/5
16 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other slow cookers, electric pressure and rice cookers, sous vide, food dehydrators, egg cookers, popcorn poppers, and ice cream and shaved ice machines we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Pantin PRW-22000 is one of the largest rice cookers in this roundup, holding 22.2 quarts and drawing 2,850 watts. This is a machine designed for volume, capable of producing enough rice per cycle to serve dozens of people. The stainless steel construction is appropriate for a commercial kitchen setting where the unit will see heavy daily use.
The 220-volt power requirement is a critical detail. Most US home kitchens are wired for 120-volt standard outlets. Running this unit requires either a commercial kitchen with 220-volt service or a dedicated converter setup. Without the right electrical infrastructure, this cooker cannot be used safely or at all.
At 30 pounds and measuring 18.5 x 18.5 x 16 inches, storage and mobility are essentially non-factors. This is a station cooker meant to stay in one place. The 3.8-star rating from only 16 reviews is too thin a sample to draw strong conclusions from, which is worth noting before making a $398 purchase.
Performance notes
The PRW-22000 draws 2,850 watts at 220 volts to heat a 22.2-quart stainless steel cooking chamber. At this wattage and voltage, heat recovery and cook speed are well matched to the large volume. The unit weighs 30 pounds and measures 18.5 x 18.5 x 16 inches, requiring a dedicated and stable surface. The silver stainless finish is standard for commercial food service equipment.
What buyers say
With only 16 ratings averaging 3.8 stars, there is not enough review data to confidently assess buyer sentiment. The low review count at a high price point is a caution flag. Buyers considering this unit should seek out additional information from commercial kitchen equipment communities before committing.
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Does the Pantin PRW-22000 work in a standard US home kitchen?
No, not without special electrical work. The PRW-22000 requires 220-volt power, which is not available at standard home outlets. Most residential kitchens in the US are wired for 120 volts. You would need a dedicated 220-volt circuit installed by a licensed electrician, which adds cost and complexity well beyond the appliance price itself.
How much rice can the Pantin PRW-22000 produce per cycle?
The 22.2-quart capacity translates to roughly 70 to 100 standard servings of cooked rice per cycle, depending on the rice type and the water ratio used. This scale of output is intended for catering events, institutional dining, or high-volume restaurant service rather than any residential use case.
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