Buffalo Stainless Steel Rice Cooker - 5 Cups (BRC01)
Buffalo Stainless Steel Rice Cooker - 5 Cups (BRC01)
The BRC01 is Buffalo's conventional 5-cup rice cooker with an uncoated 304 stainless steel inner pot, back on the Australian market after nearly five years away. Buffalo's BoilSteam cycle boils the rice first, then finishes it by steaming on the tray above. It cooks from 2 cups up to 5 cups (160 ml Buffalo cup).
Nine menus cover rice, congee, soup, steam, stew, braise and a DIY setting, with a 24-hour preset timer and automatic keep-warm. If you want induction heating, the BRC03 IH model is the same size.
What's Included
- BRC01 Rice Cooker
- 304 Stainless Steel Inner Pot
- Steaming Tray
- Rice Spoon
- Measuring Cup (160ml)
- Australian Power Cord & Plug
Is the Buffalo 5-cup conventional rice cooker right for you?
- Read our full review of the 5-cup conventional model — how BoilSteam works, cooking times, drawbacks and who it suits.
- Considering induction? Read our review of the Buffalo IH models (5-cup & 10-cup).
- Not sure which? Compare all three Buffalo rice cookers side by side.
Key Features
- 304 Stainless Steel Inner Pot: A durable, food-grade, and chemical-free alternative to non-stick coatings for healthy cooking.
- BOILSTEAM Technology: Buffalo’s signature method that boils and then steams rice to preserve nutrients and enhance texture.
- 9 Smart Menu Functions: Includes versatile presets for Normal Rice, Boilsteam Rice, Congee, Soup, Steam, Stew, Braise, and a customisable DIY function.
- 24-Hour Preset Timer: Schedule cooking up to 24 hours in advance to have meals ready when you are.
- Automatic Keep Warm: Activates automatically after cooking to keep rice at an optimal serving temperature.
- SAA Approved for Australia: Fully certified for safety and includes a compatible Australian power cord.
Does Rice Stick to a Stainless Steel Inner Pot?
Uncoated stainless steel needs one extra step: when cooking finishes, leave the rice on Keep Warm for 10–15 minutes, then fluff it through from the bottom. Rice left unstirred on Keep Warm dries at the base and sticks — fluffed first, it keeps warm for hours without sticking. See our user guide for ratios and cooking times.
Care Instructions
- The stainless steel inner pot is highly durable and dishwasher safe.
- Unlike non-stick pans, metal utensils can be used, but silicone or wooden utensils are still recommended to preserve the finish.
- Wipe the cooker body with a damp cloth. Do not submerge.
About Buffalo
Originating from Taiwan in the 1950s, Buffalo specialises in stainless steel cookware. While My Cookware Australia® primarily focuses on Japanese and Korean brands, Buffalo is included for customers who prefer durable, uncoated stainless steel over nonstick surfaces.
Specifications
| Brand | Buffalo |
| Model | BRC01 |
| Capacity | 0.8 L (rice) · 2 L (water) · 2–5 cups |
| Dimensions | Approx. 24 x 30 x 20 cm |
| Weight | Approx. 3.5 kg |
| Power | 490W (220–240V) |
| Colour | White |
| Inner Pot Material | 304 Food-Grade Stainless Steel |
| Certification | SAA Certified |
| Country of Origin | Made in China |
User Guide
- Download the official instruction manual (PDF)
- A User's Guide to Stainless Steel Rice Cookers — ratios, cooking times and how to stop rice sticking.
Good to know before you buy: warranty, size and the stainless pot
- Warranty: 12-month manufacturer's warranty. If anything goes wrong, contact us first — we handle the claim for you.
- Australian model: 240V with an Australian plug and SAA approval — not a grey import.
- Size: Capacity is in cups of uncooked rice, using the 160 ml Buffalo cup in the box — not a 250 ml metric cup. The 5-cup models cook 2–5 cups; the 10-cup cooks 2–10 cups. Both need at least 2 cups.
- Uncoated stainless steel: No nonstick coating to wear or flake, but rice needs 10–15 minutes on Keep Warm and a fluff from the bottom before serving. See our stainless steel rice cooker guide for ratios and cooking times.
- More guides: Which rice cooker is best for you? · Does your rice cooker take too long to cook? · All manuals
How is this rice cooker shipped?
- Insured in transit. Covered against damage on the way to you.
- Sent from Sydney within 1–2 business days by Australia Post; Express Post is available at checkout.
- Free shipping Australia-wide on this rice cooker. Delivery times are in our shipping & delivery policy.
