<p>^It does make it very easy, and it switches over to “warm” mode when the rice is ready, so no worries about stirring or burning the rice. I think that would be a nice gift for your son.</p>
<p>Agree that the rice cooker is pretty mindless & handy for folks who get distracted and/or absent-minded. You start it & then don’t have to hassle with it again until you’re ready to eat. It is a staple in most households in Hawaii.</p>