WHY do you have to poke a hole in the top of egg when hard boiling? If the egg bubbles out the hole, what's the purpose?

emen7's answer is correct. Also, 1) If a bit of egg white escapes it's no problem. It's never more than a thin filament for me, but if I warm the egg first, then poke a hole and then suspend it in boiling water hole-side up for a few secs before dropping it in, no egg escapes. Warming it first also reduces chance of cracking since this method calls for dropping the egg into boiling water. Thickness/strength of shells vary a lot, so what works for you now may not work as well on the next egg, or for others. 2) Yes it does make the egg easier to peel, every time for me. 3) What to use? Anything sharp and strong enough. A paper clip works OK even though not sharp. I prefer a push pin or a SIM card removal tool. 4) The air pocket/sulphur thing is pretty cool info; I did not know about that.

Is this item different from dash rapid egg cooker? i can not tell the design differnce. why is that?

I'm exchanging my Dash for this Elite Cuisine brand. The Dash has an unbearable alarm when it's done cooking the eggs. According to the reviews here, this Elite Cuisine model is silent when it's finished cooking the eggs.

does this cooker shut off after the eggs are done?

The power and the indicator light turn off when the water is evaporated and the eggs are done. It all depends upon amount of water used. Follow instructions.

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Elite Gourmet 14-Egg 2-Tier Rapid Egg Cooker, 5-Egg Poacher, Auto Shut-Off

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Brand
Elite Gourmet
Capacity
14 load
Color
White
Material
Plastic
Product Dimensions
6.22"L x x

🍳multi-function: boil, poach, scramble

🥚14-egg capacity

⏱️auto shut-off & timer

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🥚 Elevate your breakfast game—because perfect eggs wait for no one!

COOK FOR A CROWD - Boil up to 14 eggs simultaneously—perfect for busy mornings or entertaining.
EFFORTLESS SAFE - One-touch operation with buzzer alerts and auto shut-off for worry-free cooking.
SPACE SMART DESIGN - Compact, lightweight, and dishwasher-safe parts make it ideal for dorms, apartments, or on-the-go lifestyles.
PRECISION EVERY TIME - Built-in measuring cup and auto shut-off ensure flawless soft, medium, or hard-boiled eggs without guesswork.
VERSATILITY MEETS CONVENIENCE - Steam omelets, poach 5 eggs, or scramble—all in one sleek, compact device.

The Elite Gourmet 14-Egg 2-Tier Rapid Egg Cooker is a BPA-free, compact kitchen essential that cooks up to 14 eggs at once with customizable firmness. Featuring an auto shut-off, built-in timer, and multi-function trays for boiling, poaching, scrambling, and steaming, it delivers consistent, easy-to-peel eggs quickly. Dishwasher-safe parts and a space-saving design make it perfect for modern, fast-paced lifestyles.

Specifications

Asin	B0BCH956HW
Best Sellers Rank	#5,572 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #14 in Egg Cookers
Brand Name	Elite Gourmet
Capacity	14 load
Color	White
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (2,106) 4.2 out of 5 stars
Included Components	Egg Cooker
Item Dimensions L X W X H	6.22"L x 6.22"W x 8.78"H
Item Highlight	Easy-Peel Soft, Medium & Hard Boiled, Omelet Pan, Buzzer, Measuring Cup with Pin, Dishwasher-Safe Parts, 16 Recipes, EGC1405W
Item Type Name	Egg Cooker
Manufacturer	Elite Gourmet
Material	Plastic
Model Number	EGC1405W
Number Of Items	1
Number Of Packs	1
Part Number	EGC1405W
Unit Count	1 Count
Upc	717056129530

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