10 Best Food Steamers in 2022 (Chef-Reviewed)

Pros:

• LCD control panel
• Pre-programmed settings for different food types
• Glass pot is dishwasher safe
• Audible alert to signal when steaming is finished
• Removable water tank

Cons:

• Buttons can stop working, according to reviewers

This steamer with its glass pot and lid brings you the convenience of steaming your favorite foods the best way. There are features like an LCD panel, a 60-minute timer, reheat, pause, preset steamer setting, and an audible alert. The glass pot is dishwasher safe and the water tank can be removed for easy cleaning.

There were a few reports about the buttons stopping after a few uses. Overall though, the majority of reviews are very positive. They said that the steamer saved time and is very easy to use. They also praised the steamer for being easy to clean and they liked that the unit reheats food.

Pros:

• Made from stainless steel
• Vented glass lid
• Lid fits on either pot
• Functions as Dutch oven and steamer
• Available in 3- and 6-quart versions

Cons:

• Handles become hot to the touch

This stovetop steamer set is available in both three and six-quart versions. It consists of a Dutch Oven and steamer insert which can be used individually or stacked. The vented glass lid fits on both. The set is dishwasher-safe, although the manufacturer recommends the pots are washed by hand to keep them in the best condition for longer.

The handles of the pots are also made from stainless steel and some reviewers reported that these became too hot to pick up. However, reviewers were pleased with the sizes on offer and they found that even the three-quart version steamed a large amount of food. They said the pots were easy to clean and they liked that water came to a boil quickly.

Pros:

• Handle removes and retracts
• Dishwasher-safe
• Made for pots and pressure cookers over eight inches wide
• Folds up for storage

Cons:

• Basket feet can be uneven, according to reviewers

If you have a pot or pressure cook and want to turn it into a steamer, then this stainless steel basket might be what you need. It will fit in any pot that is wider than eight inches. The basket has a retractable handle so you can easily pull the basket out, but you can also remove the handle if gets in the way of the food.

The basket has three feet underneath to keep it above the water for steaming, but according to some reviewers, the feet can be uneven, leaving the basket on a tilt. Many reviewers found this steamer easy to use, however, and said it helped steam food quickly. They liked that the feet fold down for easier storage and that it was easy to clean.

Pros:

• Two-tier steamer
• Made from eco-friendly bamboo
• 10 inches wide
• Comes gift-boxed

Cons:

• Hand-wash only

This bamboo steamer has two tiers leaving enough space to steam various types of food. It's made from eco-friendly bamboo and is 10 inches wide, so it will need to be steamed in pots or woks that are larger than 10 inches. This bamboo steamer is ideal for dim sum or vegetables.

Some reviewers reported quality issues with this steamer after a few uses and said that the pieces began to no longer fit together. However, many other reviewers said they were able to use this steamer daily without any problems. They report that the steamer worked very well and was the best way to cook dumplings.

Pros:

• Nine different functions
• Dishwasher-safe pot and lid
• LCD display
• Multiple safety features
• Available in three sizes

Cons:

• Not as effective as a dedicated steamer, according to reviewers

This appliance is nine different appliances in one. As well as being a steamer, it is also a pressure cooker, slow cooker, yogurt maker, and rice cooker, and can even sterilize baby bottles. It has an easy-release switch so that steam can quickly escape without running the risk of being burned.

Some reviewers were disappointed with the steamer mode on this Instant Pot, whereas others liked the convenience of having several appliances in one unit. If you're looking for only a steamer, a unit that only steams might be a better choice. However, if you want a multi-purpose appliance, this is a great option.

Pros:

• Two containers
• Delay time to begin steaming later
• Includes a rice bowl
• Will boil eggs
• Rice bowl and drip tray are dishwasher-safe

Cons:

• Some reports of water leaks

This electric steamer may only steam, but it has several functions to make steaming your food easy. It has a delay timer so you can load the appliance and set it to start steaming later. When the food is finished, the steamer will switch to warm mode until you are ready. As well as two containers, it also comes with a smaller rice bowl so you can effortlessly cook rice. 

A few reviewers reported water leaks with this steamer. Overall, most reviewers loved this steamer and found it easy to use. They said it was easy to clean and liked the size of the containers. They also praised the unit for how well it steamed their food and how delicious everything tasted.

Pros:

• Made from phthalate and BPA-free plastic
• Vent on lid to release steam
• Top-shelf dishwasher-safe
• Freezer safe
• Lid can be secured with four latches

Cons:

• Lid latches can become loose after a few uses, according to reviewers

This steamer unit is designed for microwave cooking, with a steam-release vent on the lid for splatter-free steaming. No matter how hot it gets to steam, the basket's middle stalk stays cool so you can easily lift it from the set. It's easy to clean as it's dishwasher-safe and can even be used in the freezer.

A few users mentioned that the steamer gets too hot if steamed for long. To prevent scalding, do not try to take the basket out as soon as you take the steamer basket out of the oven. However, most reviewers loved how quickly it steams and how easy it's to use and clean. They say it works great for vegetables or rice.

Pros:

• Steams and cooks rice at the same time
• Keeps food warm
• Dishwasher-safe pot
• One-touch operation makes it easy to use
• Glass lid to view inside

Cons:

• Can leak water, according to reviews

This appliance can multi-task as the lower part is a rice cooker and the top is a steamer. You can cook rice and steam food at the same time and with a simple press of a single button. The unit will keep your food warm once it is cooked and the glass lid lets you check the progress.

Common complaints from reviewers were about steam escaping through the hole in the lid and spilling on the counter. A few reviewers also report that the machine overcooked their rice if not seen to immediately. However, many reviewers were able to cook delicious meals in this steamer. They said the rice was cooked perfectly and that the steamer works just as well. They liked the convenience of having both in one compact unit.

Pros:

• Fits any pot wider than seven inches
• Ideal for pressure cookers
• Rolls up for compact storage
• Dishwasher-safe
• Handles remain cool

Cons:

• Silicone melted for some reviewers

This versatile silicone steamer basket can be used with any pot or pressure cooker that is wider than seven inches. The long handles will remain cool so you can lift the basket out and they can be folded over, both for storage, and so that a lid can be placed on the pot. The basket is dishwasher safe, making it easy to clean.

Some reviewers reported that the silicone of the basket melted when it was used, but the vast majority of purchases did not have this issue. Many reviewers have used it several times in a variety of different pot sizes and have only positive things to say. They loved that it is easy to clean and rolls up, saving space when not in use.

Pros:

• Steams and blends in one
• Touchscreen controls
• Self-cleaning mode
• Pot is dishwasher-safe
• Water tank is wide enough to clean

Cons:

• Some quality control issues, according to reviews

This steamer is designed to make healthy meals for your baby in a quick and easy way. It steams baby-sized portions of vegetables and meats and can also blend them into a puree. The pot can be cleaned by the appliance, but it is dishwasher-safe if more thorough cleaning is required.

The reviews for this steamer are largely very positive, but a handful of reviewers had issues with their steamer ranging from the blade breaking to a leaking water tank. The majority of reviewers praised the unit for being quick and easy to use. They said that both the steamer and blender work very well and it is simple to clean.