Every meal in Bangladesh starts with perfectly steamed rice as its essential base, whether a simple home-cooked meal or a grand feast. That's where a good rice cooker becomes a game-changer. Whether you're a busy professional grabbing a quick meal or a student trying to balance studies and home-cooked food, the right rice cooker can save you time, effort, and even electricity.

Here are our picks for some locally available rice cookers you can try out, under the budget-friendly price tag of BDT 5,000. Keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.

Panasonic SRG06

Capacity: 0.6 litres (ideal for individuals or couples)

Inner pot: Non-stick coating

Functions: Keep-warm function and automatic shut-off for safety

Price: BDT 3,850-4,245

Panasonic SRG06 provides small-family-friendly rice cooking, with a non-stick coat inner pot which makes cleaning simple and stops rice from sticking. This small-sized rice cooker includes automatic functionality and a keep-warm setting, which preserves the rice at its best temperature until you are ready to serve. The combination of sleek design elements and stainless steel lid enhancement gives the appliance a modern aesthetic for kitchens.

Vision REL-40-06 SS

Capacity: 1.8 litres (ideal for small to medium families)

Inner pot: Two stainless steel inner pots

Functions: Keep-warm function and heavy-duty heating element for even cooking

Price: BDT 2,690-2,990

Vision REL-40-06 SS suits small to medium-sized families while providing two inner pots, made of stainless steel and aluminium, for cooking flexibility. The stainless steel construction combines toughness with an effortless cleaning experience, and its anti-dirty heating element design makes it easy to clean. The cooking device's automatic keep-warm mode maintains stable rice temperature, and its included stainless steel steamer increases functionality.

Geepas GRC4330

Capacity: 1.8 litres (suitable for small families or individuals)

Inner pot: Stainless steel

Functions: Keep-warm function and automatic shut-off for safety

Price: BDT 3,950-4,500

Geepas GRC4330 is ideal for individuals or small families, featuring a stainless steel inner pot that helps maintain durability and even heat distribution. It includes a steam tray, allowing you to steam vegetables or meat simultaneously while cooking rice. The keep-warm function maintains the rice at the serving temperature, and the automatic shut-off feature adds safety by preventing overcooking. Its compact design makes it suitable for kitchens with limited space.

Kiam SJB-604

Capacity: 2.8 litres (suitable for medium to large families)

Inner pot: Non-stick coating

Functions: Automatic temperature regulation and keep-warm feature

Price: BDT 2,464-3,000

Kiam SJB-604 comes with a non-adhesive interior that simplifies cleanup routines while stopping rice from sticking. This cooker also features automatic temperature control and a keep-warm setting for maintaining serving temperatures. Its dual functionality includes automatic temperature control and a steaming attachment for preparing fish, meat, poultry, eggs, and vegetables.

Singer SRCDB2800AMMO-PRO

Capacity: 2.8 litres (suitable for medium to large families)

Inner pot: Dual options – non-stick coated and stainless steel

Functions: Automatic cooking and keep-warm mode for convenience

Price: BDT 3,790-3,890

Singer SRCDB2800AMMO-PRO features two pots, which lets you pick between a non-stick option for convenient cleaning and a stainless steel choice for an extended lifespan. This rice cooker produces rice with its automatic function, while its keep-warm feature maintains the proper temperature until serving time. The metal-clad body design provides both durability and a stylish appearance to kitchens.