Are you trying to find vegetable steamers among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling vegetable steamers on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 23 hours of research and did 17 vegetable steamers tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
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The best vegetable steamers you can buy today
- Healthier cooking choices - The steamer basket with high quality stainless steel petals, food grade plastic handle and silicone feet will confirm your health. It is non-rust, scratch proof and corrosion resistant, easy to clean for long use. Steaming is a healthy cooking choice because it helps retain more than 90% of the nutrients lost when either boiling or microwaving food. The foldable steam basket can be used to steam veggies, seafood, eggs, meats, desserts, baby food and much more
- Expandable and collapsible - Vegetable steamer basket collapsed diameter is 5.1 inches. It expands to 9 inches once petals are stretched out. The "wings" that fold in and out allow the steaming basket fit various pot/pan sizes or pressure cooker, turning any pan into a steamer. This steamer for cooking opens like a water lily and it folds compactly to save storage space
- Foldable, heat-resistant - 3 foldable legs with silicone will not scratch your pot, and prevent slip when place on counter tops. They are 1.2 inch in length to keep food above boiling water. You can pour more water in the pot and check the water level less often. When the steamer for cooking is not in use, the legs can be folded flat. The veggie steamer can withstands temperature so you do not worry about melting. The holes on petals are for easy steaming and draining
- Telescoping removable center post - The handle can be retracted so it doesn’t interfere with pot lid. It is extendable and long enough to help easy insertion to the deep pots. It is safe to remove the steamer basket from the boiling water. It is designed with a hole on the top of handle, so you can use a fork to remove the steamer basket for pot, keeping your hands away from hot steam. The handle is also removable to steam large items like corn on the cob
- Multiple functions - Not only can it be used as a food steamer basket, but also can be used as a strainer or fruit container. You can also use it to filter extra water when making salad. From busy moms to college students to culinary artist, this product is a definitely a must have for anyone who wants to get more health into their diet. It comes in a idea sized box makes it an awesome gift for your family & friends. We are here to assist you with any questions or problems you may have
- COOK A VARIETY OF FOODS: Whether you're in the mood for japanese or chinese cuisine, or just want to steam some fresh vegetables, tofu, fish or meats for dinner, this steamer and rice cooker can do it all. Turn the switch and make a full meal with sides
- TWO TIERS FOR SIMULTANEOUS COOKING: With the electric food steamer, you can cook multiple items at the same time without mixing them together! The steam pot comes with a guess-free steaming guide chart that makes it easy to make your favorite dishes
- STACKABLE BASKETS & REMOVABLE BASE: The removable base makes it easy to clean your electric cooker and veggie steamer. The stackable Plastic baskets make it easy to store your food once it's done and can be removed safely washed in your dishwasher
- EASY TO READ WATER LEVEL INDICATOR: No more guessing when it's time to refill your water! BELLA's vegetable steamer is equipped with a clear water level indicator that tells you exactly how much liquid is left so you can refill the steamer pot comfortably
- AUTO SHUTOFF & BOIL DRY PROTECTION: The auto shutoff and boil dry protection will turn the rice steamer off automatically if it's left on for too long or runs out of water. This prevents any accidents from happening and makes it simple and safe to use
- COLLAPSIBLE STEAMER BASKET: Veggie vegetable steamer basket collapsed diameter is 5.9 inches/15cm, folding steaming basket expands to 9.8 inches/25cm. Once petals are stretched out, expandable fit various size pot (5.9" to 9.8"), and save your space!
- MULTIPLE FUNCTIONS FOLDING STEAMING BASKET: Our veggie steamer basket can be used as a collapsible steamer baskets for cooking food, steam veggies, tamale, fish, broccoli, seafood, eggs, meats, desserts etc. Veggie steamer basket also can be used as a water filter, a fruit dish, rack steamers, kitchen strainer, colander etc.
- FOOD GRADE STAINLESS STEEL: Our metal stainless steel steamer basket insert is made entirely of food-grade stainless steel, veggie vegetable steamer basket rustproof, durable! Perfectly safe for use in any dishwasher and oven.
- EASY TO USE & CLEANING: Metal stainless steel steamer basket insert, simply rinse in sink after use, highly polished surface make the cleaning easily! Can be used on stovetop, in multi cooker, oven, compatible with all pot.
- SATISFACTION GUARANTEED: Our team is committed to providing every customer with good veggie vegetable steamer basket and satisfactory service. If there are any problems with our folding steaming basket, contact us and we would be very happy to solve your problems. Be sure to Add to Cart.
- BPA-FREE STEAMER TRAY: Hold up to 2.5 quarts food capacity for vegetables, baby food, seafood, and up to 6 eggs.
- EASILY CUSTOMIZE YOUR COOKING: Steam a whole meal or just a side dish to go with any healthy appetite.
- FAST & EFFICIENT STEAMER: With 400 Watts of heating power, the quick-steam start-up will replace the need for multiple cooking pots and pans, reduce cooking time and retain nutrients in food for healthier meals.
- AUTO SHUT-OFF TIMER: Convenient timer can be set up to 60 minutes of cook time with an indicator bell.
- EASY TO CLEAN: BPA-Free steaming tray is stain-resistant and dishwasher safe.
- COOK A VARIETY OF FOODS – Whether you're in the mood for Japanese or Chinese cuisine or just want to steam some dumpling, fish or meats for dinner, and steam vegetable for the baby, this steamer can do it all. Make a delicious full meal for your family within minutes.
- EFFICIENT & CONVENIENT – Have a hassle-free cooking experience with minimal effort and supervision. Equipped with 400 Watts power; has indicator light, 60-minute timer and it automatically shuts off when the timer is up, or the water tank is empty.
- SIMULTANEOUS COOKING – It comes with two clear and stackable steaming containers which can hold up to 5 quarts of food. You can choose to use just one tier or all two at once to cook multiple dishes at the same time without mixing them together.
- HEALTHY LIFESTYLE – Steaming is the best cooking method because it lowers cholesterol and requires no oil that makes food healthier. It keeps the food's natural structure and color while locking in nutrients, vitamins and minerals. Features an embedded guess-free steaming guide to guarantee perfect results every time.
- EASY TO CLEAN & STORE – Since the steamer only requires water, there won’t be any stains or greasy residue from sauces or oils to deal with. The steam baskets and food tray are all dishwasher-friendly, so you can enjoy hands-free cleanup. All parts can easily nest within each other for compact storage in small spaces.
- US-BASED CUSTOMER SERVICE LETS YOU BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – OVENTE warranties that the product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and conditions, for 1 year from the original purchase date.
- [PREMIUM QUALITY MATERIAL] - The foldable steamer basket is made of food grade stainless steel, which is rustproof, harmless and durable. The holes on steamer basket are for easy steaming and draining.
- [ADJUSTABLE SIZE] - Opens like a water lily and it folds compactly to save storage space. Constructed with collapsible 18 panels that can be adjusted up to 6.5 inches to 11.2inches.The panels that fold in and out allow the steamer fit various pot/pan sizes.
- [REMOVABLE & RETRACTABLE] - Three removable legs design, it can be retracted to lay completely flat in pots. They are 1 inch in length to keep food above boiling water so that it helps retain more than 90% of the nutrients lost when either boiling or microwaving food. 2.4" removable handle helps easy place to the deep pots and handle hoop for lifting it from the boiling water with a fork. So your hands are safe from burn or heat.
- [MUTIPLE FUNCTIONS] - The vegetable steamer can be multi-used as a strainer, fruit basket or serving bowl. The foldable steamer basket also can be used to steam veggies, seafood, eggs, meats, desserts, baby food and much more.
- [EASY TO USE&STORAGE] - Simply place the basket, feet side down, in your pot of choice, When You are ready to put away, then fold into its original half size.the legs can be screwed off and it takes up less space than bamboo steamer baskets.
- 3.0-Quart Dutch Oven w/Steamer Basket
- Perfect for steaming vegetables and cooking rice at the same time as well as re-steaming tamales as leftovers
- Stack-able measurements = 8. 5' in diameter x 6. 20' Height = Stack able Casserole and Steamer Maximum Heating Temperature not to exceed 400 °F (Fahrenheit).
- Use & care: Dishwasher-safe / Hand wash recommended.
- Ideal for any kitchen smaller size than traditional stockpot steamers for smaller gatherings and space-saving
- 【HEALTHIER COOKING】 – Steaming is a healthy cooking choice because it helps retain more than 90% of the nutrients lost when either boiling or microwaving food. Our steamer basket with high quality stainless steel petals, scalable handle and stable silicone feet. Keep food above boiling water and retain nutrients,also keep your pot or pan from being scratched.
- 【COLLAPSIBLE & SCALABLE 】 – Expandable fit various size pot from 5.5" to 11". The 9" veggie steamer basket length is 4.4"-7.8,width is "5.5"-9". The 10" food steamer basket length is 4.6"-8" ,width is 6.3"-10.3" .The 11" vegatable steamer basket length is 4.8"-8.2" ,width is 7"-11" .
- 【MULTIPLE FUNCTIONS】 – Our food steamer basket can be used as a collapsible steamer baskets for cooking food, steam veggies, tamale, fish, broccoli, seafood, eggs, meats, desserts etc,also can be used as a water filter, a fruit dish, rack steamers, kitchen strainer, colander etc.
- 【EASY CLEAN & STORAGE】 –Rinse thoroughly after use, then wipe and air dry. Or clean it in the dishwasher. Veggie steaming basket opens like a water lily and it folds compactly to save storage space.
- FOOD STEAMER AND RICE COOKER: Easily cook a whole meal with one appliance with 5.5 quarts of cooking capacity. Includes 2 steaming bowls plus rice basket for rice or small foods.
- VERSATILE STEAMING: Versatile, stackable 2-tier steaming to cook multiple foods at once for quick and easy meal solutions. Use 1 tier for small quantities and 2 tiers for a whole meal. The center divider can also be removed to fit larger quantities of foods.
- GUESS-FREE STEAMING: Just fill it up and set the timer. When the food is ready, it will automatically switch to Warm. It also includes Delay Start and Auto Shutoff DIGITAL TOUCHPAD: Easily set the countdown timer and other functions easily.
- FITS NEATLY IN CABINETS: The tiers nest together to easily store away.
- PERFECTLY COOKED EGGS: Cook eggs from soft cooked to hard-boiled. Cook up to 16 large eggs at a time by simply standing them up on each steam bowl's egg holders.
- SEAFOOD: Easily steam delicate fish, lobster and shrimp
- VEGETABLES: Fits corn on the cob or a head of broccoli or whatever you choose.
- Kindly refer user manual attached below
- SUPERIOR FUNCTION: A powerful steam system delivers steam from top down in this 5-liter glass pot for 5 pre-programmed food settings – seafood, poultry, grains, vegetables and manua
- EASY TO USE: LCD control panel with display, start/stop, pause & reheat buttons with audible alert
- MUST-HAVE FEATURES: 60 minute countdown timer, stainless steel steaming tray, glass lid with stainless steel rim & glass lid, steaming tray flips to hold different types of foods – dishwasher safe glass pot with 1-liter removable water tank
- CAPACITY: The 5-liter glass cooking pot is large enough for family-size portions of vegetables, fish, chicken, rice and more
- LIMITED 3-YEAR WARRANTY: Refer to user manual for troubleshooting steps and questions surrounding warranty policies – this product is BPA free
- FOOD STEAMER & COOKWARE: Preparing vegetables and fish just got easier with the GoodCook Microwave Steamer. A quick and convenient way to cook nutritious meals, ensuring flavorful results with minimal effort.
- PRESERVE VITAMINS & NUTRIENTS: This innovative kitchen steamer simplifies cooking fresh or frozen vegetables while preserving their vitamins and nutrients. It is also ideal for steaming fish to quickly prepare a wholesome meal in the microwave.
- ADJUSTABLE STEAM VENTILATION: The adjustable steam release vent on the lid allows steam to escape and prevents the container from sealing shut for easy and safe cooking. Adjust it to achieve delicious results, every time.
- EASY TO USE: Simply add water to the bottom tray, place the steam tray on top with veggies or fish, cover with the lid, and cook. The steamer is designed with a clear lid to periodically check your food when cooking.
- DISHWASHER SAFE: This vegetable steamer is dishwasher-safe to make cleanup a breeze. It measures 8” x 12” x 2.7” for efficient storage in cabinets and on shelves when not in use.
- Concord 3 Piece Stainless Steel Steamer is made with a fully polished stainless steel body with an induction compatible triply bottom for even heat distribution.
- 2 Quart top tier for steamer is great for vegetables, Buns, breakfast and more. The 3 Quart bottom pot is great for boiling, making soup, and usage as a standard stock pot or dutch oven.
- Tempered glass lid helps view contents while cooking. Triply Bottom for even heat distribution makes this a great veggie steamer.
- Dishwasher safe. No chemicals used. INDUCTION COMPATIBLE
- Size: Overall dimensions: 8.5" Wide x 6.5" Height. TOP TIER: 8.5" Wide x 3" Height. Bottom Pot: 8.5" Wide x 3.5" Height.
- 【UPGRADE DESIGN & QUALITY 】- The steamer basket with premium food grade stainless steel petals design, Steaming is a healthy cooking choice because it helps retain more than 90% of the nutrients lost when boiling.
- 【SIZE FIT ANY POT】 - This Steamer basket expands to 11 inches once petals are stretched out. Almost fit various pot/pan sizes or pressure cooker, Opens like a water lily and it folds compactly to save storage space.
- 【REMOVABLE CENTER POST 】- 2.4" Central post helps easy insertion to the pots and safe removal from the boiling water. When your food is ready, remove it from the boiling water with a fork so won’t burn your fingers.
- 【EASY TO CLEAN & EXTREMELY COMPACT 】- You can clean the steamer very easily. When You are ready to put away, then fold in to its original half size.
- 【MULTIPLE FUNCTIONS】 - The Steamer rack not only can be used as a food steamer basket, also you can also use it for filter extra water when washing vegetable and fruit.
- Bloom is the updated model of the previous Lotus steamer
- The steamer's self-adjusting sides allow it to fit a variety of pots and pans. Minimum pot diameter 7 inches. Features an easy-lift fork hook.
- Made of BPA-free polypropylene (heat-resistant up to 230°F) and silicone (heat-resistant up to 520°F)
- Large capacity when fully open, but folds neatly away for storage. Closed: 6 in diameter x 5 in tall; Open: 10.5 in diameter x 5 in tall.
- Dishwasher-safe. Suitable for use in non-stick pots. Not suitable for use in a microwave or pressure cooker.
- Set includes stainless steel stockpot, steamer insert and vented, tempered glass lid.
- Perfect size for steaming vegetables, seafood or meat dishes. Steaming retains vitamins and minerals, making it a healthier way to cook.
- Use without steamer to cook pasta, heat soups, sauces, milk, boil eggs and water.
- The TRI-PLY ENCAPSULATED base gives you uniform cooking, no hot spots and quick, efficient heat conductivity.
- Stainless steel construction with mirror finish.
- FAST, NO-MESS MINI STEAMER: Our Prep Solutions by Progressive Microwave Mini Steamer allows anyone to quickly and easily steam fresh or frozen vegetables
- PERFECT FOR 1 SERVING SIZE: Its 3-cup capacity is ideal for single servings.
- CONVENIENT: The convenient non-stick surface makes cleaning quick and easy
- MULTIPURPOSE: The steamer basket doubles as a colander
- USE & CARE: It is made from high-heat polypropylene, is BPA-free and dishwasher safe
- Removable handle extends and locks into position for filling and transporting and retracts to accommodate pot lids while steaming
- Perfect for use with a pressure cooker or multicooker
- Handle hole for fork keeps hands away from steam
- Steamer fits pots 8” in diameter and up
- 1 3/4” feet elevate Steamer above water and fold flat when not in use for compact storage
- Sturdy, stainless steel construction. Dishwasher safe
- Note: The handle of this product wobbles by design – the range of motion allows the handle to retract to accommodate pot lids while steaming
- Package Includes - Steamer pot designed for 2-4 people, including a large bottom pot (22.2cm x 9.3cm-8.8'' x 3.7''), 1 steamer (22.2cm x 9.3cm-8.8'' x 3.7'').
- Healthy & High Quality - Steam pot is made of 18/8 stainless steel, which is 304 food grade. Our food steamer pot is safe and durable.
- Multi-function Steamer Pot for Cooking - Single and double layers can be freely combined to steam and cook at the same time to meet different needs. Suitable for steaming tamales, veggie, broccoli, couscous, pasta and dumplings, crab legs, shrimp, lobster, oyster, clam and other seafood.
- Visualized Lid & Handle Design - Unique design of handles on both sides allows you to use more comfortable and prevent burns. The transparent glass lid will let you know the process of cooking schedule, lock the flavor, heat and moisture of the food.
- Suitable for All Kinds of Cookware & Dishwasher-safe - Suitable for gas furnace,halogen oven,furnaces.
- The Nevlers 3 Piece Steaming Set is made with high quality, heavy duty 18/8 stainless steel. The steamer basket has an aluminum core at the bottom of the pot and a base that is capped by induction stainless steel that ensures the heat it thoroughly and evenly distributed.
- The 2 quart Vegetable steamer basket fits perfectly into the 3 quart pot. The tight fitting vented glass lid helps keep the steam in and cook your food just right.
- The thick and durable rolled pot rims give you that spill and drip resistant pouring you've been looking for in a great veggie steam pot.
- The Bakelite handles stay cool while your cooking for safe usage with the hot pot. The pot can be used on all cooking surfaces including induction cooktop, electric stove tops, portable stoves, gas burners, glass and ceramic.
- Customer Satisfaction - We are so sure you are going to love the 3 piece Stainless Steel Pot Set that we offer a 1 year limited warranty. So cook up a storm and enjoy your steamer food because we got you covered!
- Nuestro Juego de 3 Piezas de Olla de Vapor es fabricado con acero inoxidable 18/8 de alta calidad. La vaporera tiene un núcleo de aluminio en el fondo de la olla y una base que está tapada por inducción de acero inoxidable. Se puede utilizar en todas las superficies de cocción, incluyendo las placas de inducción, placas de cocina eléctricas, estufas portátiles, quemadores de gas, vidrio y cerámica. Dimensiones: 2.84 litros, 3.25 libras, 216 mm de profundidad con 330 mm de diámetro.
- 【Fast Cooking & Unique Steam Design】13.7QT large capacity food steamer with unique steam accelerator，it can rapidly produce steam in only 25S. With 800W turbo steam cycle and unique steam hole design, it also can vapor permeation more better and heated evenly， you can cook food on multiple levels all at once, saving you time energy and money.
- 【Multi-purpose for Foods, Perfect for Weekly Meal Preps】Food steam cooker allow you to cook a wide range of foods simultaneously, ideal for steaming rice, vegetables, meat and fish, which provides one of the healthiest ways to cook, minimize the loss of nutrients and vitamins. It is also suitable for heating small towels.
- 【Large Capacity But Take The Least Space】13.7QT large capacity electric steamer with 3 tier separate food steamer，it can steam varied foods simultanrously. But the stackable trays can save space, easy to store on countertop, cabinets or pantry, best for your kitchen.
- 【 Safe & Humanization Design】With anti-dry protection, you can safe cooking. While the 0-60 minute timer lets you set the perfect cooking time. The side inlets and external level indicator make topping up water supply easy. Thermostable healthy material, BPA-Free.
- 【Easy to Clean & Detachable】The steam baskets is installable and detachable, easy to clean, juice accumulating plate to prevent dripping. Requiring no oil and giving off no smoke, steaming your food leaves very little mess to clean up after you have finished.
How to choose a good vegetable steamers
Does the idea of finding a fantastic vegetable steamers make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in vegetable steamers. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top vegetable steamers products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top vegetable steamers on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top vegetable steamers brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top vegetable steamers based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the vegetable steamers were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good vegetable steamers, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your vegetable steamers.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting vegetable steamers for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our vegetable steamers. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what vegetable steamers should you purchase in 2022?
This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on vegetable steamers.
