I be very impressed with this rice cooker . many of the review for other brand be not very encouraging . I think that Black and Decker have never let I down , so I give it a shot . I measure exactly as direct on the instruction and the rice come out perfect . I even substitute broth for the water and add my own blend of spice base on my craving that particular evening . the cleanup be fantastic . I be go to buy one for my daughter and grandson this Christmas . we have use this cooker about 12 time now and the result be consistent . please note the smaller size of this unit if you cook very large amount of rice at one time . \*\* I have now own this cooker for 7 month and be still amaze at how well it work . it remain so easy to clean up even after use it about 2-3 time per week . it have always produce perfect rice . and , that be even when I add lot of different item for a variety of rice dish .