Having a rice cooker, the Zojirushi, has been a regular in our house growing up.  So when I went to college I have one for my own. We have tried and used other brands of rice cookers for years, and my mom always recommended a Zojirushi brand.  And I have cooked rice, and it was never a challenge when you have a good rice cooker.  I can say that with a Zojirushi brand, you will have perfect rice every time.  This rice cooker can also cook other grains and be used to make other meals. Works great as a steamer.  The rice also stays fresh for a long time, even after 24 hours, so I can cook a batch and keep the cooker in warm mode and I can have warm perfect rice for the next 3 to 4 meals.