What it is & Key Specs
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Capacity: 1.8 litres, enough for ~5–10 cups of cooked rice (suitable for about 2–4 people).
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Power: ~ 700 W, works on standard 220-240 V household power in Malaysia.
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Inner pot: Aluminium pot with non-stick coating, making rice release easier and cleaning simpler.
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Basic functions: “Auto-cook” (i.e. start cooking with one switch), Keep-Warm after cooking, thermostat control, and dry-boil protection (safety if you run with too little water).
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Extras: Comes with a measuring cup, rice scoop, and plastic steamer (sometimes included depending on retailer) — useful if you want to steam vegetables or other light dishes while rice cooks.
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Build/Dimensions: About 284 × 268 × 286 mm; weight around 2.2 kg when empty.
What It’s Good For — Strengths & Use Cases
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Everyday rice cooking for small to medium households — 1.8 L size suits 2–4 people, making it ideal for small families, couples or roommates.
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Simple, no-fuss operation — “Set and forget”: just add rice + water and switch on. Good if you want straightforward rice cooking without complicated settings.
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Keep-warm function — keeps rice ready for later meals without drying out quickly. Handy if you cook once but eat at different times.
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Easy cleaning & maintenance — the non-stick pot helps prevent rice from sticking, making cleanup simpler; detachable cord adds convenience.
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Affordable & energy-efficient — at 700 W, it uses modest electricity compared with larger or more advanced cookers, and its price point tends to be budget-friendly among 1.8 L cookers.
