Philips All-in-One Multicooker HD2237/73

I bought this as a Christmas gift for myself. So far, i have used it for soup, saute and cooking rice. Love how efficient the product is and the certainity of time displayed. Only one drawback. I sincerely wished the inside pot was a different colour. For years i have been so used to washing rice, inserting the pot with rice in the cooker and then pouring water per the markings. In this case I can't see the markings clearly becauae its blsck on black. I have accidentally put water thinking the pot is in the cooker whilst mukti tasking. Thank God it was not plugged in. Had to keave the gadget to dry up I have to change old habits. Putting this comment just to alert if you are like me, Please be careful. Other than that I love how it simplifies my life.

23rd November 2022RE: Philips 8 litre all in one cookerModel No# HD2238Dear Philips, I recently purchased your 8 litre All In One cooker after reading reviews and recommendations, if you going to advertise your product as a top shelf product, it firstly should be made of top shelf materials and of a premium design. I’m an novice cook with very little cooking experience, I advise this as I would like to manage any expectations of my following comments…I first noticed that the pressure seal plate was made of aluminium? Why is it not made of food grade stainless steel? I don’t think anyone wants the taste of oxidised aluminium in their food?The main body grab handles are flimsy and hollow, I need to be solid and comfortable to lift, “fit for purpose”The inside cooking ... More23rd November 2022RE: Philips 8 litre all in one cookerModel No# HD2238Dear Philips, I recently purchased your 8 litre All In One cooker after reading reviews and recommendations, if you going to advertise your product as a top shelf product, it firstly should be made of top shelf materials and of a premium design. I’m an novice cook with very little cooking experience, I advise this as I would like to manage any expectations of my following comments…I first noticed that the pressure seal plate was made of aluminium? Why is it not made of food grade stainless steel? I don’t think anyone wants the taste of oxidised aluminium in their food?The main body grab handles are flimsy and hollow, I need to be solid and comfortable to lift, “fit for purpose”The inside cooking bowl should always be food grade stainless steel bowl, and include a nonstick bowl for people who like to cook with nonstick, as I’m yet to find a nonstick coating that does not break down and end up in your food!!!The included accessories, the ladle, the cake rack and measuring cup should be in food grade stainless steel, also include a plastic version for the people who wish to use the non-stick bowl. After reading the instructions I noticed the cleaning section on that folded piece of paper, “now that is just cheap and nasty”, please supply a full instruction booklet “ similar to the recipe book“ including all of specifications of the cooker and how to clean each part of the cooker, and a “what to do section” when accidents happen, example; food spills into the cooking vessel without the cooking bowl in place, If you require the cooker to be cleaned in particular manner, with particular products, please supply cleaning brushes and Cloths, that are specifically for these tasks, also include in the cleaning and instruction manual, i’m sure marketing would find this a great sideline business. I noticed that the cushion feet of the main body of the cooker did not stop the cooker from sliding on a typical Laminex surface, these need to be a substantial service area, provide high surface tension to stop the cooker body from sliding when you touch the buttons on the front Control panel, pads that give a high surface tension, to stop the body of the cooker from sliding around the bench, again, “fit for purpose”. After unpacking it and cleaning I noticed firstly there was no simple “get to know you” type of recipes, example; Boiled rice, Pasta, Eggs, etc…As most people who buy this particular product have a little to NO COOKING KNOWLEDGE or experience, unfortunately the included recipes are for people with cooking knowledge and experience. Most people would like to start their cooking experience with simple and wholesome recipes, for example, Boiled rice, Fried rice, Pasta, Pasta and pesto, Boiled eggs, Scrambled eggs, etc…Any recipe should be simple and straightforward, you should include the basics * The weight of each product, as many people cook my weight in “grams” (g’s)If it is a liquid also advise the volume and weight of each product “millilitres” (mil’s) and “grams” (g’s)This is a big one the “Quality of Water” that you use, as tap water has it’s own cocktail of added chemicals (added by your water provider) for example; Sodium Hypochlorite, Sodium Hydroxide, Bromide, etc, just to mention a few, and delivery system contamination, for example; oxidisation of water pipes and suspended particles normally by electrolysis via dissimilar metals in the water delivery system, which will change the flavour of anything you drink/cook, etc, or should you use filtered water? I highly recommend filtered water…After first testing the basics, Boiled rice, Pasta, was a very hit and miss affair, as you do not advise how much rice to put in the cooker? Is it one cup or 10 cups, and how much water? This is the reason you begin with the basics and include all necessary information, weights, measures and volumes, if it wasn’t for all the online help and recipes this would be a very difficult appliance to use for a novice cook, I hope Phillips is getting the hint. I was making a recipe that required 20 minutes on the “Stew” function, and after reading the cooking matrix in the instructions found that you can not “Stew” under 35 minutes, WHY???If it hasn’t already occurred to Philips, people‘s cooking style are as different as people, if you want a successful top shelf product it needs to be flexible and adjustable, just like people, if I want to select ( 1 minute to 24 hours ), The consumer should be able to adjust away from the preset times, if there is a reason why they should not adjust to particular cooking times that should be given as advice only, not lock the consumer into an engineering preset, and no advice given why that is a present?Now down to real cooking, my first attempt was the “Chicken Laksa with fresh herbs” I followed the recipe and the cooking instructions, the meals was absolutely fantastic, and very authentic, kudos to Philips. The only recommendation I could make to Phillips would be to give possible weight range example if you buy a kilo pack of chicken use a kilo of chicken, if your cans of coconut milk add up to between 600 and 700 mils, use the full contents of the can’s, as repackaging and refrigeration, normally leads to food wastage, Cook your full packet of vermicelli noodles, as this will give you plenty of fully cooked leftovers, for the next day, and with all food adjustments if there is a cooking time adjustment, it should be advised. I purchased the stainless steel bowl as I do not cook in nonstick appliances, and when it came to cleaning, the stainless steel bowl can go in the dishwasher after a pre-soak, The cooking body is a different story, I found there was food that gets caught in the steel locking mechanism where the lid engages to the cooker body, I found this difficult to clean, I needed a toothbrush and warm soapy water to get an all the nooks and crannies, with any cooking product the cleaning process should be simple and straightforward, not complicated, awkward and time consuming, we have already shopped, prepared, cooked and served a beautiful meal, No one wants to spend the rest of their night cleaning, Hmmm…As mouldy decomposing food left in any cooking appliance, is not a great cooking condiment pre-additive, not to mention it can cause serious health issues…I like to thank you for take the time to read my review and recommendations and any possible future versions of this type of cooker will be an improvement on the current versions. Regards, Glen…

A compromised "upgrade"

Two improved features over the previous 6L model are: increased 8L capacity - no more dangerously filling it up past the recommended level when making pho or chicken soup, and increased wattage for slighty faster heat up times (though you don't really notice it).However the biggest drawback is the loss of the "manual" pressure cooking setting. You are stuck using the closest preset and adjusting it drom there. But unfortunately you cannot decrease the time of the preset, only increase it. So want to pressure cook something at high presure for only 5 or 10 mins? Too bad!Another disappointing lack of attention is with the included plastic steamer tray, which is exactly the same as the one from the 6L model. Because of the wider diameter of the cooking pot in the ... MoreTwo improved features over the previous 6L model are: increased 8L capacity - no more dangerously filling it up past the recommended level when making pho or chicken soup, and increased wattage for slighty faster heat up times (though you don't really notice it).However the biggest drawback is the loss of the "manual" pressure cooking setting. You are stuck using the closest preset and adjusting it drom there. But unfortunately you cannot decrease the time of the preset, only increase it. So want to pressure cook something at high presure for only 5 or 10 mins? Too bad!Another disappointing lack of attention is with the included plastic steamer tray, which is exactly the same as the one from the 6L model. Because of the wider diameter of the cooking pot in the 8L model, there is now a large gap around the steamer tray and the sides of the pot. So lots of wasted space and a disappointing inability to use the wider diameter for steaming more thing without them falling through the gap into the liquid below. Surely this did not escape the notice of all the people involved in the 8L's creation, so I can only assume it was a consciously decision to reuse the existing 6L steamer tray as a cost saving measure. A poor way to treat your customers, Philips.In summary, I often think about pulling out my trusty old 6L from storage and shelving this one. I can live with waiting an extra 90s to heat up and 2L reduction in volume.

BEST BUY EVER

Love this pressure cooker. I bought this one as a gift. I have owned mine for about 3 years. Use it all the time. Makes a tough cut of meat tender. Can make most dishes 20- 30 minutes cooking time - spaghetti bolognaise, chicken dishes, curries, caseroles etc. i cook a whole chicken in about 25 minutes. I use the steam function to make a plum pudding.found a dish that fits in pressure cooker. I put an oven bag around the pudding. Takes less than an hour . I boil a dozen eggs on pressure cook for 2 minutes. Easy to peel. I make rice pudding on high slow cook. About 2 hours or if in a hurry i do it on steam. BEST BUY. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. GREAT IF YOU ARE TIME POOR. CAN HAVE A DELICIOUS MEAL QUICKLY. JUST BE CAREFUL NOT TO ADD TO MUCH LIQUID OTHERWISE IT IS TOO RUNNY. ... MoreLove this pressure cooker. I bought this one as a gift. I have owned mine for about 3 years. Use it all the time. Makes a tough cut of meat tender. Can make most dishes 20- 30 minutes cooking time - spaghetti bolognaise, chicken dishes, curries, caseroles etc. i cook a whole chicken in about 25 minutes. I use the steam function to make a plum pudding.found a dish that fits in pressure cooker. I put an oven bag around the pudding. Takes less than an hour . I boil a dozen eggs on pressure cook for 2 minutes. Easy to peel. I make rice pudding on high slow cook. About 2 hours or if in a hurry i do it on steam. BEST BUY. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. GREAT IF YOU ARE TIME POOR. CAN HAVE A DELICIOUS MEAL QUICKLY. JUST BE CAREFUL NOT TO ADD TO MUCH LIQUID OTHERWISE IT IS TOO RUNNY. JUST MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE MINIMUM AMOUNT OF ONE CUP.

Don't use the steaming tray

I used this product twice and moisture got trapped under the rubber feet on the steaming tray causing an awful smell that cannot be removed from the machine after it was air dried and stored in the cupboard. I wasn't aware that I needed to have pointy tweezers to remove the rubber feet from the steaming tray each time to let out trapped water to prevent mould and smell from occurring.I contacted Philips support and was told it is a cleaning and maintenance issue and there is nothing they can do but Google advice on how I can remove the smell. Absolute joke. Why make something that is not fit for purpose, potentially causing food poisoning and then offer no help apart from Googling. Saying 'we are using this machine and do not have this issue here' does not help as ... MoreI used this product twice and moisture got trapped under the rubber feet on the steaming tray causing an awful smell that cannot be removed from the machine after it was air dried and stored in the cupboard. I wasn't aware that I needed to have pointy tweezers to remove the rubber feet from the steaming tray each time to let out trapped water to prevent mould and smell from occurring.I contacted Philips support and was told it is a cleaning and maintenance issue and there is nothing they can do but Google advice on how I can remove the smell. Absolute joke. Why make something that is not fit for purpose, potentially causing food poisoning and then offer no help apart from Googling. Saying 'we are using this machine and do not have this issue here' does not help as clearly you aren't using it in the office and/or your rubber feet are sealed enough that this does not happen. As Philips is a quality brand I trusted, I am extremely disappointed and will be going elsewhere in the future.

Love this - highly recommend

Love this so much. I researched for ages which multi cooker to get and decided on this one - hasn’t disappointed! We’ve made banana bread, Mexican rice, beef and veg casserole, multiple curries and risotto. Everything has turned out perfectly. So many settings and it’s all super easy. Easy to clean. I’ve read multiple reviews that the silicone seal starts to smell of food (especially strong flavours like curry etc) but apparently these can be replaced easily enough so it’s not a major issue. We’ve used it every day since we have had it (2 weeks now) and are thrilled each time. First time using a pressure cooker and so impressed with how quick and easy it is. Already converting my family members who are going to buy one now too! So much easier than using the oven, ... MoreLove this so much. I researched for ages which multi cooker to get and decided on this one - hasn’t disappointed! We’ve made banana bread, Mexican rice, beef and veg casserole, multiple curries and risotto. Everything has turned out perfectly. So many settings and it’s all super easy. Easy to clean. I’ve read multiple reviews that the silicone seal starts to smell of food (especially strong flavours like curry etc) but apparently these can be replaced easily enough so it’s not a major issue. We’ve used it every day since we have had it (2 weeks now) and are thrilled each time. First time using a pressure cooker and so impressed with how quick and easy it is. Already converting my family members who are going to buy one now too! So much easier than using the oven, standing over the stove for ages, or having multiple separate appliances. Definitely recommend.

Smart cooking for time poor creatives

I cannot speak highly enough about the Philips all in one cooker. Its very user friendly, energy efficient and a fantastic time saver. What I really love about it as you can prepare ingredients way before hand and cook later. Its actually buys you time to get creative with your meals.I sometimes use it in conjunction with the Breville Smart Oven Pro. Another flexible, energy efficient time saver.Between these two devices I no longer see the need for a traditional kitchen oven.

So far I cannot fine a reason to say it sent a Gre

I have used my multi cooker which I purchased the last one from David Jones here where we live. I read all the reviews mostly they were so complimentary and I do understand why, it is so quick, easy, and convenient to use. The thing about the seal and the silicone knob on the inside removable lid does absorb the smells of the song garlic and onion smells unfortunately. I wash them immediately and ai do soak them in warm soapy water and I allow them to sit out n to of the upside down of the lid resting on to of the cooker. This has made a little bit f difference to the smell and it can be pretty terrible. I have had a Tefa, pressure cooker for 36 years which has a black rubber seal and it has never taken on the cooking smells. Why Phillips cannot find a rubber seal ... MoreI have used my multi cooker which I purchased the last one from David Jones here where we live. I read all the reviews mostly they were so complimentary and I do understand why, it is so quick, easy, and convenient to use. The thing about the seal and the silicone knob on the inside removable lid does absorb the smells of the song garlic and onion smells unfortunately. I wash them immediately and ai do soak them in warm soapy water and I allow them to sit out n to of the upside down of the lid resting on to of the cooker. This has made a little bit f difference to the smell and it can be pretty terrible. I have had a Tefa, pressure cooker for 36 years which has a black rubber seal and it has never taken on the cooking smells. Why Phillips cannot find a rubber seal for this cooker is puzzling to me and this whole topic would be forever at rest. Now about registering my product, two days after I bought it I went online as the instructions say, I tried and tried to Register my product and your website kept rejecting my input of the model which I bought from David Jones on a Promotion. I sent Phillips an email on your website and have not received a reply. The model numbers are on my Receipt, on the box and on the appliance but your website is not recognising it. You had beater fix this problem asap please.

Terrific All in One

Needed to replace my old NewWave multi-cooker after 10 years due to the non stick pot wearing through at the base & I’m really happy with this Philips cooker. I specifically picked it because of the ceramic coating on the pot which is healthier than nonstick imo. Really impressed with all the extra modes such as yoghurt & bake. It has pre-set cooking times for various dishes but I like that you can also manually adjust the timer too. The keep warm function lasts for 12 hours which is so handy if you work or are busy. I’ve only had it a few weeks & have used it a fair bit to pressure cook rice. So handy to cook in the middle of Perth’s summer & not worry about heating up the house. I look forward to trying a cake in it soon. I’ll also be buying the extra stainless ... MoreNeeded to replace my old NewWave multi-cooker after 10 years due to the non stick pot wearing through at the base & I’m really happy with this Philips cooker. I specifically picked it because of the ceramic coating on the pot which is healthier than nonstick imo. Really impressed with all the extra modes such as yoghurt & bake. It has pre-set cooking times for various dishes but I like that you can also manually adjust the timer too. The keep warm function lasts for 12 hours which is so handy if you work or are busy. I’ve only had it a few weeks & have used it a fair bit to pressure cook rice. So handy to cook in the middle of Perth’s summer & not worry about heating up the house. I look forward to trying a cake in it soon. I’ll also be buying the extra stainless steel pot soon as I like to make bone broths & don’t want to damage the ceramic pot. I’ve already made yoghurt which went well thanks to some helpful advice from the Facebook community group for this device. The only design flaw is the stream release valve which places your hand right next to the air release vent so you either need to wear a kitchen glove or use a tool/utensil to open it so you don’t burn your hand. The electrical cord could be a bit longer too. It’s a solid unit though & is handy if you have a smaller kitchen like me, live in a flat or a caravan. I managed to get mine on sale over Christmas time which was a great bonus as the cost of a good slow cooker, rice cooker, pressure cooker & steamer would cost a lot more than this all in one unit as well as clutter up your kitchen. You can’t go wrong. Two thumbs up.

The kitchen must have

I love these multi cookers. I have 2 already that have been used to near death and I wanted back up for when they do stop working. I've had them for over 10 years and couldn't be without them. They are easy to use - slow cook, pressure cook, sauté so you can make bolognaise in one pot. Get the stainless steel pot as they are indestructible. I've even made yoghurt in mine. Perfect for preserving season for poaching fruit, making large batches of jams and chutneys. A must have in every kitchen.