I received this through a sample program.  Was really excited about it until I received it.  I somehow thought that 3 cups would be bigger.  Don't get me wrong, it is a really good rice cooker and great for oatmeal, soups, etc, just not for a family of four.  It did however, help me make Brown rice correctly for the first time.  And I do like it.  It's great for early mornings when I need to make oatmeal for my hubby.  It just needs to be bigger.