Zojirushi NS-VGC05 Micom 3-Cup Electric Rice Cooker and Warmer

by Zojirushi

Product Features

• 3-cup rice cooker and warmer with micro-computerized Fuzzy logic technology
• Menu settings include white/mixed/sushi, porridge, cake, rinse-free, and quick cooking
• Easy-to-read LCD control panel with clock and timer functions; automatic keep warm
• Thick spherical inner pan; rice spatula, 2 measuring cups, and recipes included
• Measures 10-7/8 by 8-3/4 by 7-7/8 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 7.9 x 8.8 inches ; 9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001KVZZH6
• Item model number: NS-VGC05
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,409 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #36 in Kitchen & Dining > Small Appliances > Rice Cookers

Product Description

This three-cup rice cooker can cook as little as 1/2 cup of (raw) rice. Its compact size makes it ideal for homes with minimal kitchen space such as apartments and dorm rooms. Micro computerized technology controls cooking temperature and time depending upon the menu setting. Menu settings include white/mixed/sushi/porridge/cake/rinse-free and quick cooking.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

52 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review of my new rice cooker, April 14, 2009

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Maggie Mae "Spirit" (Schererville, IN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Zojirushi NS-VGC05 Micom 3-Cup Electric Rice Cooker and Warmer (Kitchen)

I did a lot of research prior to choosing the Zojirushi rice cooker and luckily for me by the time I was ready to purchase the company had come out with this model NS-VGC05 which is very compact and perfect for one person or even two. It does an amazing job of cooking the rice to perfection. The instructions were easy to follow especially for being a novice. I am anxious to try the different settings for different rices and cakes. I called the company to find out about the built in clock. The instructions did not explain whether you have to have the unit plugged in to recharge the clock. The answer is that you do not have to have it plugged in. It is a lithium battery that has a 5-6 year life and then you would call the company directly to have it replaced.
The clean up was really easy again by following the instructions. I highly recommend this product. It is definitely worth the money paid!!!

46 of 48 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Way worth it., April 7, 2010

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James Imamoto (Mililani, HI) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Zojirushi NS-VGC05 Micom 3-Cup Electric Rice Cooker and Warmer (Kitchen)

I am Japanese/American, and have eaten steamed rice all my life. Have owned a rice cooker almost all of my adult years. This is my second Zojurishi cooker. Owning a Zojurishi is so way worth it. Why? It just plain cooks the rice as well as it can be made. I few years ago, I relocated to a far away local and eventually purchased a run of the mill rice cooker, and never liked it. Finally purchased another Zojurishi and now think I was silly for the time I did not have it. Full features and cooking options are cool too. The only draw back on my current model is that it does not have a run off for excess condensation, like my other one had. This does not affect the quality of my rice, just a noticeable difference. I shopped and Amazon offered an excellent price with free shipping. No brainer.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good cooker, November 29, 2009

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amzfan (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Zojirushi NS-VGC05 Micom 3-Cup Electric Rice Cooker and Warmer (Kitchen)

This cooker works very well. The rice cooks perfectly and does not stick to the container making it very easy to clean. The main cooker is designed well. There is a small indention around the opening to collect the steam. Although it takes 45 minutes to cook the rice, it's well worth it.