GoveeLife H7180 Rice Cooker: Full Review

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker is a compact appliance for cooking white rice and other grains. This model offers 5-cup uncooked or 10-cup cooked capacity, making it suitable for individuals or couples. With a streamlined modern design, the H7180 features simple controls and retains heat well to keep rice warm after cooking.

Some notable aspects of this rice cooker are the keep-warm function, nonstick inner pot, and included accessories like a rice paddle and measuring cup. Overall, the H7180 provides solid performance for standard rice cooking in a small footprint. This review will cover the design, features, ease of use, cooking abilities, accessories, cleanup, and durability of the GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker.

Sleek and Compact Design

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker has a sleek and modern design that will look great in any kitchen. It has a simple oval shape with smooth rounded edges that give it a sophisticated look.

The rice cooker comes in two color options - white with a black control panel or black with a stainless steel panel. Both color options look modern, but the black version has a more premium high-end aesthetic.

In terms of size, the H7180 is quite compact and space-saving. It has a width of 8.9 inches, depth of 9.3 inches and height of 9.5 inches. The oval shape allows it to fit neatly in corners without taking up much counter space.

Despite its compact footprint, the inner cooking pot still has an impressive 1.8 liter capacity, enough to cook 6 cups of uncooked rice. So you can make rice for a family meal without needing a bulky appliance.

Overall, the H7180 combines a sleek, oval shape with smooth finishes, compact sizing and modern color options. This gives it a contemporary look perfect for any modern kitchen.

Capacity

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker has a 10 cup capacity, meaning it can cook up to 10 cups of uncooked rice. This equates to 20 servings or 10 bowls of cooked rice.

The 10 cup capacity is perfect for families, as you can cook enough rice in one batch for an entire meal. It's also great for meal prepping and makes cooking rice in bulk simple.

With a 10 cup capacity, you can cook a variety of rice amounts while maximizing the cooking pot. The minimum amount of uncooked rice recommended is 2 cups. From 2 to 10 cups, the rice cooker cooks flawlessly every time.

Whether you need rice for a small dinner or are cooking for a large gathering, the 10 cup capacity of the GoveeLife H7180 has you covered. You'll be able to perfectly cook the right amount of rice you need, thanks to the versatile 10 cup capacity.

Features

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker comes with several useful features that make cooking rice easy and convenient.

Cooking Modes

This rice cooker has multiple cooking modes including white rice, brown rice, quick rice, porridge, stew, and cake modes. The different modes are optimized for cooking various types of grains and foods to the perfect doneness. For example, the white rice mode cooks fluffy, tender white rice while the brown rice mode adjusts the temperature and cooking time for nutty, chewier brown rice.

Timer

You can set a delay timer up to 15 hours so the rice cooker will start cooking at the desired time. This allows you to wake up to freshly cooked rice or have rice ready when you get home. There is also a keep warm mode that automatically switches on after cooking and will keep rice warm for up to 12 hours.

Keep Warm

The keep warm function keeps rice at the optimal serving temperature for up to 12 hours. This prevents the rice from getting cold if it isn't eaten immediately after cooking. The keep warm mode also prevents the rice from drying out so it stays moist and fresh.

Ease of Use

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker has a simple and intuitive control panel that makes it easy to use. There is one button to turn the cooker on and off and select cooking functions. The main settings are regular rice, quick rice, porridge, stew, and keep warm. The buttons have clear icons that light up when selected.

To cook regular rice, simply add rice and water, select the regular rice function, and press start. The cooker automatically detects when the rice is done cooking and switches to keep warm mode. For quick rice, select that setting for faster cooking times of white rice varieties. The porridge cycle is ideal for cooking congee, oatmeal or other grains. It cooks at lower temperatures for a creamy texture.

The stew function brings ingredients to a gentle simmer and maintains temperature. It's great for cooking soups, stews, chili and more. The keep warm function holds cooked rice or stew at an ideal serving temperature for hours. The LED display counts down remaining cook and warm times. Overall, the simple interface makes the GoveeLife easy and intuitive to operate. Just add ingredients, select a function, and let the cooker work its magic.

Cooking Performance

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker delivers excellent cooking performance for most types of rice. The cooking process is relatively fast, with white rice taking around 20-30 minutes to cook depending on the amount of rice. Brown rice and other whole grains take a bit longer at around 40-50 minutes.

The rice texture after cooking is consistently fluffy and tender, with each grain remaining separate. The rice is never mushy or overcooked. The cooker does an excellent job at evenly distributing heat and moisture throughout the cooking process to achieve optimal texture.

Rice burning is rarely an issue with this model. The inner cooking pot is thick and distributes heat evenly. As long as the correct water levels are used according to the included rice/water measurement cup, the rice cooks perfectly without any burning or sticking to the bottom of the pot. The keep warm function also ensures the bottom layer of rice stays moist and doesn't crisp up or burn.

Overall, the cooking performance of the GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker is excellent. It cooks all varieties of rice thoroughly and evenly with great texture and without burning. The intuitive controls and automatic keep warm function ensure perfectly cooked rice every time.

Accessories

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker comes with a few handy accessories to help with cooking rice and cleaning up.

The main accessory is the rice paddle/scooper. This plastic paddle has a wide curved end that makes it easy to scoop out portions of cooked rice. The handle end is narrower and allows you to scrape down any stuck rice grains on the bottom of the inner pot.

Also included is a stainless steel steaming tray. This fits on top of the cooking rice and allows you to steam foods like vegetables, fish, or chicken. The steaming tray has vent holes to let steam through.

For measuring water or rice, a plastic measuring cup is included that holds about one dry cup of uncooked rice. Markings on the side show water lines for different amounts of rice being cooked.

Finally, there is a soup ladle for serving soups cooked in the multifunction modes. The ladle has a deep bowl and long handle.

The accessories provide the key tools you need to prepare rice dishes and other one-pot meals in this rice cooker. They help make the cooking process easy and cleanup simple.

Cleanup

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker has a nonstick cooking pot that makes cleanup a breeze. After cooking, the inner pot can simply be wiped clean with a soft cloth or sponge. No need to worry about stubborn burned bits of rice sticking to the bottom.

The inner cooking pot and steam tray are also dishwasher safe. Just remove them from the base and place directly in the dishwasher after use. This makes maintaining the rice cooker very convenient without having to hand wash components.

Overall, cleanup is fast and simple with this rice cooker. The nonstick surface means you won't have to scrub at stuck on residue. And being able to just pop the pot and tray into the dishwasher saves time and hassle.

Durability

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker is built to last thanks to its high quality materials and construction. The inner cooking pot is made of food-grade 304 stainless steel which is rust resistant and easy to clean. The exterior housing is made of durable plastic that can withstand daily use without cracking or warping.

Customers who have owned this rice cooker for over a year report that it still looks and performs like new. The buttons, display, and other components continue to work properly over time. Some customers mention having this model for 3+ years without any durability issues.

The lid fits tightly and the handles remain sturdy even after constant opening and closing. Overall, the materials seem thick and sturdy enough for long-term use. While no appliance lasts forever, this GoveeLife rice cooker should provide many years of reliable service if cared for properly. Customers consistently comment that it has withstood the test of time and held up better than cheaper models.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Simple one-touch operation with automatic keep warm and shut off functions
• 14 smart cooking programs for perfect rice, soup, stew, and more every time
• 24-hour preset timer for convenient delayed cooking
• Tempered glass lid for easy monitoring while cooking
• Nonstick inner pot is easy to clean
• Compact size doesn't take up much counter space

Cons

• Lid does not seal tightly so some steam can escape
• Max capacity is small at 20 cups uncooked rice
• Exterior gets very hot to touch during cooking
• No option to cook at lower temperatures or customize time/temperature
• Needs to be near an outlet to avoid cord strain

The GoveeLife H7180 rice cooker delivers solid performance with handy preset cooking modes and a 24-hour delay timer. The streamlined controls and tempered glass lid offer simple operation and monitoring. Drawbacks are mainly around small capacity, hot surfaces, and lack of temperature customization. For basic no-fuss rice cooking it provides good value, but more expensive models add versatility.