The Rival 6 cup rice cooker is definitely the one to own. I've used it for over 2 years and consider it to be the best buy of the items I bought for my apartment. It comes with an instruction guide that tells you the best way to make rice and even has suggestions for meals and menu options.  This cost me under $20 and if I had known how well it would work, I would have been willing to pay for it. Luckily, I didn't have to and I love it.