I purchsed the 8 cup rice maker/steamer about 6 weeks ago.  I've followed the instructions each time and it makes perfect rice, steaming vegetables at the same time.  If using frozen vegetables while steaming rice, I'd reduce the amount of water a bit as I found the rice a bit sticky.  The coolest feature is that once the rice is ready, the machine turns to a keep warm feature.  My only disappointment is that the steamer doesn't have a very big capacity.  I can cook rice for 4 -6 people but the veggies only feed 2 - 3.