10 Best Food Steamers UK 2024 | Russell Hobbs, Morphy Richards and More

Easy to use, and easy to clean, this 9 L capacity steamer is the ideal size for cooking for up to 5 people at a time. It not only has an efficient 800 W power output, but a turbo function which generates steam in under 40 seconds, so you'll be well on your way to delicious grub in no time!

It even has an external water-fill function, so you won't be required to unstack everything should you need to top up the reservoir. Best of all, it's an absolute steal, coming in just over £20!  

This steamer from Morphy Richards is ideal for cooking healthy food at home for one or two people. Unusually, it has a single 6 L basket that can be divided into two compartments, rather than stacking tiers. 

As with the other Intellisteam steamer in the ranking, this model also comes with a synchronised cooking feature so both sections can be set to finish cooking at the same time. If the preset functions aren't to you taste then you can re-programme and save your own custom timings.  

If you're trying to make the switch to eating healthier, oil-free cuisine, this steamer set from Russell Hobbs will thoroughly cook your food, while retaining all the nutrients and moisture. 

What makes this set stand out against the other manual options is that each tier comes with soft-touch safety handles. While they might get a little warm, you shouldn't ever run the risk of burning your hands while removing the steamer from the hob. 

This steamer from NautroPure is operated via an intuitive and foolproof digital display with six pre-programmed settings for various food groups. It has a large 11.5 L capacity which should be plenty of space for most families and a 1 L water reservoir that enables up to  99 minutes of continuous steaming. 

The device has detachable separators, so you can use one, two or all three at once depending on who in the family wants what. Better yet, all of the parts are dishwasher friendly to save you doing the washing up.

Ideal for those after a simple and stress-free way to cook a healthy balanced meal, this food steamer will do much of the work for you. It features a synchronised finish, so all you need to do is program in the duration period for each tier and it will serve them all up together bang on time. 

To save even more time, it comes with eight different timer pre-sets for steaming various food groups. However, you can always program it yourself depending on your preferences and cooking habits. 

From John Lewis' best-selling kitchenware range, this set of steamers is lightweight for safe and easy cooking. To combat the fact that aluminium isn't naturally heat-conducive, they've added stainless steel base plates that allow the pan to stay hotter for longer. 

Unfortunately, aluminium isn't that tough, so you might find it'll get a few dings if you don't look after it properly. You will also need to proceed with caution when removing the tiers after cooking, as only the lid and base pan come with insulated handles.

If you're looking for a compact, yet powerful appliance, we recommend this high-quality steamer from Cuisinart. The combination of stainless steel and glass ensures the longevity of this device, plus the tiers and lid are all dishwasher friendly. 

The steamer is easy-to-use, with a clear digital interface that will have you up and cooking within seconds. Disappointingly,  there is only one tier, so you'll only be able to cook one dish or side of vegetables at a time.

Looking for an efficient way to cook healthy food? Salter have you covered. This steamer is capable of cooking rice, fish and vegetables all at the same time thanks to the three tiered design. Each tier is easily removed, so you can cook at any level you like.

Again, we have some reservations regarding the power output, which comes in at a rather low 500 W. But, at such a good price, a little organisation and preparation in advance will help mitigate any long waits for dinner time.  

Le Creuset are known the world over for producing premium quality kitchen goods that are guaranteed to be durable and reliable. That's why we've chosen their multi-ply stainless steel steamer insert that we're sure will last you a lifetime. 

However, there are a couple of downsides. First of all, there is no pan included with the steamer insert, so you'll want to make sure you already have a suitable one at home. Secondly, it's pretty expensive as you'll likely be able to buy a whole set for a similar price. Of course, if it's quality you're after, you certainly won't be disappointed.

For the first course, we have this 3-tier, 14 L monster from Sumlink. The massive capacity of this appliance is perfect for home cooks with large families, or for those who love to host well-attended dinner parties. 

The steamer has multiple pre-set timers that range up to 99 minutes and collapsable tiered pans for easy storage. Our only qualm is that it is a little under-powered. So if you're planning on using the full capacity, it may take quite a while for your food to cook.