Best Stainless Steel Food Steamers

Large Capacity

A durable 2-in-1 pot that can be used as a three-quart sauce pot or as a steamer. Our cooking expert appreciates the large capacity.

Constructed from polished stainless steel with a thick aluminum core for even heating. Durable build. Use it as a steamer or as a three-quart pot to boil, heat, or simmer. Dishwasher-safe and oven-safe to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Comfortable phenolic handles.

Some found the steamer smaller than they expected. The handles can get hot, to the point of smelling toxic.

Best Bang for the Buck

TOPOKO

Vegetable Steamer Basket

Small & Simple

While not the most durable option, this steamer and strainer is inexpensive and easy to use. Our cooking expert likes that it's easy to store.

Can be used with a pressure cooker or any pot that is eight inches in diameter or greater. Fully collapsible. Made from premium stainless steel. Nine inches total diameter when opened, with one-inch legs. Center ring for safely lifting it out of pots. Decent price. Easy to use.

8-Quart Pasta Cooker Steamer

Some reports of rusting after a few months or falling apart.

Cook N Home

Pasta Specialist

A sturdy and versatile steamer and pasta cooker set, although you may have to put some time into cleaning it well before use.

Complete set includes an eight-quart stockpot, a pasta insert, a steamer insert, and a glass lid. Lid is made from tempered glass and has a steam vent. All pieces are dishwasher-safe. Sturdy polished stainless steel construction with an aluminum disc insert for even heating.

Some reports that this option comes covered with a gray production residue that is hard to wash off.

MANO

Steamer Pot for Cooking

Lightweight & Versatile

This lightweight and versatile system makes great steamed buns and vegetables and is an expert pick.

Double steamer inserts allow you to steam 2 layers at once over hot liquid. The domed lid acts as a third steamer chamber and includes a clear window. Made of 304 stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The triple-layer bottom contains composite material that boasts even heat distribution.

Stainless Steel 3 Tier Steamer Pot

Customers find the steel construction a bit thin.

Concord

Solid & Expandable

A nice double-decker steamer over a stock pot that offers two different-sized steam holes, recommended by our expert.

Offers two interchangeable steaming tiers with differently-sized steam holes. Can be used singly or together over stock pot section. Glass lid allows a good view of contents while steaming. Weighty triple-ply bottom captures and distributes heat evenly. Accepts additional tiers if desired.