How to tell how many liters a rice cooker has? Buying Guide and Popular Model Recommendations
Recently, with the increasing popularity of the small household appliance market, the purchase of rice cookers has become one of the hot spots for consumers. Especially regarding the identification method of rice cooker capacity (number of liters), many users frequently ask questions on social platforms and e-commerce comment areas. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of how to check the capacity of a rice cooker, as well as a data comparison of popular models.
1. How to check the capacity of a rice cooker?

The capacity of a rice cooker is usually marked in "liters (L)". Here are three common ways to view it:
1.Product nameplate: There is a parameter label on the bottom or back of the rice cooker, clearly indicating the rated capacity (such as 3L/5L).
2.Product details page: The e-commerce platform will mark the "capacity" parameter, and some products will be directly reflected in the title (such as "Midea 4L Smart Rice Cooker").
3.Liner scale: Some rice cookers will have a water level printed on the inner pot, and the highest water level corresponds to the nominal capacity.
2. Comparison table of rice cooker capacity and suitable number of people
| Capacity (liter) | Applicable number of people | Amount of rice (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 2L | 1-2 people | 4-5 bowls |
| 3L | 2-3 people | 6-8 bowls |
| 4L | 3-5 people | 10-12 bowls |
| 5L | 5-8 people | 15-18 bowls |
3. Capacity comparison of recent popular rice cooker models (data source: e-commerce platform sales list in the past 10 days)
| brand | Model | Capacity (L) | price range | Hot selling index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beautiful | MB-FB40S701 | 4 | 299-399 yuan | ★★★★★ |
| Supor | SF40FC875 | 4 | 349-449 yuan | ★★★★☆ |
| Xiaomi | Mijia IH rice cooker | 3 | 249-299 yuan | ★★★★ |
| Panasonic | SR-HG151 | 4.8 | 599-699 yuan | ★★★☆ |
4. Suggestions on purchasing
1.Family size is preferred: Singles or couples are recommended to choose 2-3L; families of 3-5 are recommended to choose 4L; multi-generational households are recommended to choose 5L or above.
2.Functional requirements: IH heating models have attracted much attention (search volume increased by 23% in the past 7 days), but traditional chassis heating models are more economical and affordable.
3.hot trends: According to data from Xiaohongshu, “removable liner” and “low-sugar rice function” have become the focus of recent discussions, with sales of related models increasing by 18% month-on-month.
5. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: The rice cooker is labeled 5L but it is not actually full?
A: The nominal capacity refers to the capacity of uncooked rice. The volume expands about 2 times after cooking. It is recommended to reserve 20% space.
Q: What is the recommended rice cooker for one person?
A: The recent Douyin hit "Little Bear DFB-B20L1" (1.6L mini model) sold over 20,000 units in 10 days and is suitable for singles.
Through the above structured data and analysis, I believe you can have a clearer understanding of how to select rice cooker capacity. It is recommended to purchase based on actual needs and the functions and features of recent popular models to obtain the best experience.
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