A no-fuss, lightweight rice cooker with a ceramic inner pot that earns its keep for singles and couples who want clean, simple cooking without spending much.
Singles, couples, or dorm residents who cook small batches of rice and want a ceramic pot at a budget price under $30.
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You regularly cook for four or more people, or you need steaming trays, delay timers, or multi-cook settings.
Capacity 1.5 qt
Power 300 W
Material Ceramic
Color White
Dimensions 8.7 X 8.7 X 7.4 In
Weight 2.68 lb
Priced 49% below the category median ($52.13 across 35 tracked models)
Power of 300 W - lower than 86% of the 35 models we track
Weight of 2.68 lb - lighter than 88% of the 35 models we track
Pros
Ceramic inner pot resists scratching and is easy to clean
Very lightweight at 2.68 lb, easy to store or move
Budget-friendly price under $30
Compact footprint fits tight counter or cabinet spaces
Solid 4.4-star rating across over 200 reviews
Cons
1.5 qt capacity is too small for families
300W heating element means slower cook times
No programmable settings, timers, or steam tray
Our scorecard
4.3/5overall
Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 217 owner ratings
Popularity1.7/5
217 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 Starfrit 024734-001-0000 is a straightforward 1.5 qt rice cooker with a ceramic inner pot, 300W heating element, and a white finish. It measures 8.7 x 8.7 x 7.4 inches and weighs just 2.68 lb, making it one of the lightest options in this price range. The ceramic pot is a meaningful upgrade over basic non-stick coatings at this price point, offering a surface that does not scratch easily and cleans up without much effort.
At $26.43, it competes with other entry-level models but the ceramic material gives it a small edge for buyers who care about what their pot is made of. The 300W output is modest, so cook times will be a bit longer than higher-wattage machines. With 217 verified ratings sitting at 4.4 stars, buyers consistently report clean, fluffy rice with no complaints about sticking.
This is not a cooker built for versatility. There are no programmable settings, no steam tray, and no keep-warm indicators beyond the basics. What it does, it does reliably, and at this price the simplicity is part of the appeal. Contact hello@alluringdeals.com with any questions.
Performance notes
The 300W output and 1.5 qt ceramic pot produce consistent results for white rice. Reviewers note the ceramic surface releases cooked rice cleanly without sticking. Cook times are longer than higher-wattage models, which is a fair tradeoff at this price.
What buyers say
Buyers with 217 reviews averaging 4.4 stars are broadly happy. Common praise centers on the ceramic pot quality and ease of use. A small number of reviewers note the limited capacity as a drawback for larger households.
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Yes. The ceramic inner pot does not require special cleaning tools. Hand washing with warm soapy water is enough, and the surface does not retain odors or stains the way some non-stick coatings do.
Can it cook brown rice or just white rice?
The product listing does not specify brown rice as a supported mode. Most basic rice cookers at this wattage handle white rice well but may underperform on brown rice, which requires more water and longer cook times.
How many cups of cooked rice does the 1.5 qt capacity yield?
A 1.5 qt pot holds roughly 6 cups of cooked rice, which is enough for two to three servings depending on portion size.
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