I replace my old rice cooker with this unit , think I could cook better rice plus other food . I be impressed with the cooking performance and ease of use . I eat brown rice and it be not only easy to make , but I time it to be ready when I get home from work . the rice turn out wonderful . I mix up different dish and use the slow cook pot on some day to make chicken stew or noodle soup . great idea to include both pot . high quality and nice look . I keep it on my counter .