Average Reviews:
(More customer reviews)Pros:
Cooks/Boils things very quickly.
It does run cool and is easy to clean.
Not outrageously priced.
A fantastic hot, fast, heat.
Cons:
I bought this based on claims induction cookers compare to gas. NOT SO, this unit at least. Not even close. Sure, I hate waiting for pots to heat up. But I also want to do things like slow cook, hold items at temp for serving, etc. So, what's wrong with the picture?
It will scorch, even on lowest power and 140F. You can't hold anything for a period of time without regular stirring, except water.
It will auto-shutoff, even if you do not have the timer set. Nothing cooks for more than 170 minutes, period.
All power settings below 1800W are "pulsed".
Overall:
I bought this because I miss gas and it is not available in my new home. I wanted to do slow cooking, mostly. Set the pot at 180, low, and let it go. Alas, it can't be done. I'd even go so far and turn to a double boiler, but no, auto-shutoff put a solid end to that idea.
I think accurate temp hold is be a rather important detail in the Commercial environment. I also don't know any commercial outfit wanting to fiddle with their equipment as much as this unit demands.
I really WANT this thing to work. It just isn't all that it should be.
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Sleek and energy efficient, this commercial-quality cooktop brings the comfort and health benefits of home-cooked foods to the office, dorm room, catered affair, or anywhere in need of a portable heat source. Unlike standard electric elements, it supplies an induction heating element, which delivers the same precise control over the heat as with a gas burner, but without the danger of an open flame. The single burner provides 13 power levels from 500 to 3000 watts and 10 temperature settings that range from 140 to 464 degrees F--perfect for everything from gently soft-boiled eggs to hearty soups, stews, and more. Its user-friendly push-button control panel features an easy-to-read digital display and a 170-minute timer that aids in properly cooking all dishes, reducing the risks of overcooking, burning, and waste. The cooktop delivers instant heat to induction-compatible cookware; it can also accommodate non-induction cookware with the use of an induction interface disk (model 6010; sold separately). For added safety and convenience, the appliance comes with cookware detection, a function lock to prevent unwanted changes to the settings, an overheat sensor, automatic shut-off protection, and a smooth design that wipes clean easily. Attractively housed in durable stainless steel, the induction cooktop measures 17-2/7 by 12-2/7 by 4-3/4 inches.
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