電飯煲有各種不同的款式可供選擇，包括磁應、西施、快思邏輯、蒸煮等。要分辨電飯煲的款式，可以從加熱方式入手，一般可分為底盤加熱、立體加熱和IH磁應加熱三種。

a. 底盤加熱：底盤加熱是傳統的加熱方式，這種電飯煲的售價相對較低，但由於加熱不均勻，可能會影響到煮飯的口感。
b. 立體加熱：立體加熱是由底部向上擴散加熱，相比於底盤加熱，傳熱程度更好，但仍然可能存在不均勻的問題，影響煮飯口感。
c. IH磁應加熱：IH磁應加熱是一種先進的加熱方式，通過磁力線直接加熱，可以均勻輸出熱力，提升白飯的口感，但這種電飯煲的售價相對較昂貴。

隨著科技的進步，電飯煲的功能也不斷提升，滿足用家多樣化的需求。

a. 不同米種的煮法：一些高級的電飯煲可以適應不同種類的米，如泰國米、短粒米、糙米等，提供專業的煮飯模式。
b. 口感選擇：一些電飯煲提供不同的煮飯效果選擇，如模擬柴火飯等，讓你按照個人口感偏好進行選擇。
c. 烹飪選擇：除了煮飯功能外，一些高級電飯煲還可以製作乳酪、麵包、蛋糕等其他菜式，實現多樣化的烹飪需求。

電飯煲的容量以升為單位，根據家庭的需求選擇合適的容量大小。

電飯煲的內膽材質會影響煮飯的效果和口感，以下是一些常見的電飯煲內鍋材質。

a. 不鏽鋼（Stainless Steel）：不鏽鋼內鍋具有耐腐蝕性和耐用性，易於清潔，並且不會釋放任何物質到食物中。然而，不鏽鋼內鍋的熱傳導性較差，可能需要更長的烹飪時間。  
b. 陶瓷（Ceramic）：陶瓷內鍋具有優良的熱傳導性，能夠均勻地將熱量分散到飯粒中，有助於煮出口感較好的飯食。此外，陶瓷材質對於健康也較為友好，不會釋放有害物質。然而，陶瓷內鍋可能較為脆弱，需要小心使用和清潔。
c. 球釜（Inner Pot with Non-stick Coating）：球釜內鍋通常採用不粘塗層，可以防止飯粒黏附在內鍋上，方便清洗。然而，一些不粘塗層可能含有有機化合物，使用時需要小心避免刮傷塗層。此外，球釜內鍋的熱傳導性能較好，有助於均勻烹飪。
d. 紫砂（Purple Clay）：紫砂內鍋主要用於中國傳統的紫砂壺煮飯，它具有良好的保溫性能和煮飯口感。紫砂材質可以吸收飯粥的水分，保持飯食的香濃口感。然而，紫砂內鍋需要特別注意保養，避免破損和過度沾黏。

功能多的電飯煲不一定節省能源，需要注意實際的耗電量，選擇符合自己需求的節能型電飯煲。  

電飯煲的控制方式有一鍵開關或微電腦控制兩種，可以根據個人的操作習慣和喜好選擇，同時注意液晶顯示屏的顯示效果。

小心避免碰撞內鍋底部，保持清潔，避免影響發熱效率。

使用時，可以先用熱水浸泡內膽，再使用刷子進行清洗，避免使用鋼絲球等會破壞內膽的清潔工具。

避免烹煮酸性或鹼性的食物，同時避免將電飯煲放置在腐蝕性氣體或潮濕地方。

使用完畢後，及時斷開電源，確保安全並節省耗電量。

There are various styles of rice cookers to choose from, including magnetic induction, traditional, fuzzy logic, and steam cooking. To distinguish between different rice cooker models, you can start by looking at the heating methods, which can generally be categorized into three types: bottom heating, 3D heating, and IH magnetic induction heating.

a. Bottom Heating: Bottom heating is the traditional heating method, and rice cookers using this method tend to have lower prices. However, since the heat distribution may not be even, it can affect the texture of the cooked rice.

b. 3D Heating: 3D heating involves heat diffusion from the bottom upwards. Compared to bottom heating, it provides better heat distribution, but there may still be some unevenness that could impact the rice texture.

c. IH Magnetic Induction Heating: IH magnetic induction heating is an advanced heating method that directly heats the pot through magnetic lines, ensuring even heat distribution and enhancing the texture of the rice. However, rice cookers using this technology are relatively expensive.

With advancements in technology, rice cookers now offer a range of functions to cater to diverse user needs.

a. Cooking Different Types of Rice: Some high-end rice cookers can accommodate various types of rice, such as Thai rice, short-grain rice, and brown rice, providing specialized cooking modes for each.

b. Texture Options: Certain rice cookers provide different rice cooking effects, such as simulating firewood rice, allowing you to choose according to your preferred texture.

c. Cooking Options: Apart from rice cooking, some advanced rice cookers can also prepare dishes like yogurt, bread, cakes, and more, fulfilling a variety of cooking needs.

The capacity of rice cookers is measured in liters, and it should be selected based on the needs of your household.

The material of the inner pot in a rice cooker can affect the cooking results and texture. Here are some common inner pot materials:

a. Stainless Steel: Stainless steel inner pots are corrosion-resistant, durable, easy to clean, and do not release any substances into the food. However, stainless steel has relatively poor heat conductivity, which may lead to longer cooking times. 

b. Ceramic: Ceramic inner pots have excellent heat conductivity, ensuring even heat distribution to the rice grains and resulting in better texture. Additionally, ceramic is a more environmentally friendly and healthy material that does not release harmful substances. However, ceramic pots may be more fragile and require careful handling and cleaning.

c. Inner Pot with Non-stick Coating: Inner pots with a non-stick coating, often called "ball pots," prevent rice from sticking to the pot, making cleaning easier. However, some non-stick coatings may contain organic compounds, so caution is needed to avoid scratching the coating. Additionally, these pots have good heat conductivity, promoting even cooking.

d. Purple Clay: Purple clay inner pots are mainly used in traditional Chinese purple clay teapot rice cookers. They offer excellent heat retention and enhance the rice's aroma and texture. Purple clay can absorb moisture from the rice, preserving the rich flavor. However, purple clay pots require special care to prevent damage and excessive sticking.

Having more functions doesn't necessarily mean a rice cooker is energy-efficient. It's important to pay attention to the actual power consumption and choose an energy-saving rice cooker that meets your specific requirements.  

Rice cookers can have two control types: one-touch switch or microcomputer control. You can choose based on your personal operating habits and preferences, while also considering the display effect of the LCD screen.

Be careful not to collide with the bottom of the inner pot, keep it clean to avoid affecting heat efficiency.

When in use, soak the inner pot in hot water before cleaning it with a brush. Avoid using cleaning tools like steel wool that may damage the inner pot.

Avoid cooking acidic or alkaline foods and keep the rice cooker away from corrosive gases or damp areas.

After use, promptly disconnect the power to ensure safety and save energy.