Induction Cooktop vs Electric Cooktop: Which One Is Right for You?

[@Tooljunkie4you]

0:00 Intro: Induction Cooktop vs Electric Cooktop 1:06 Comparison - Heating Process. 1:44 Power Requirement 2:15 Efficiency Differences 2:42 Cookware [Induction Cooktop vs. Electric] 3:07 Cleaning Process 3:31 Surface Temperature 3:55 Safety: Burn Risk and Fire Hazard 4:30 Durability 4:58 Cooking Time of Induction & Electric Cooktop 5:32 Cons of Induction Cooktops 6:20 Electrical Requirements 6:42 Cons of Electric Cooktops 7:32 Cleaning Difficulties 8:16 Which One Should You Choose 9:03 Outro: Induction Cooktop vs Electric Cooktop

[@stellijer]

OK.... I understand about the features and issues like energy and safety for induction - but how WELL do they cook? Such as, how finely tuned are induction? I had an induction plate a few years ago and it didn't handle low-heat subtlety well. Are today's ranges better? And what else in terms of cooking efficacy? I'm strongly considering induction, but want to know I won't hate cooking on it.

[@aaronthenorm5400]

Very precise!

[@aaronthenorm5400]

I whole heartily encourage you to switch to induction! There is a bit of a learning curve; but it isn't rocket science! As they say; " if I can learn how to use them anyone can!

[@shagintoo]

Most cast iron skillets have a rim around the bottom. Will this prevent them from working on an induction cooktop?

[@aaronthenorm5400]

No! I almost cook exclusively on them with my cast iron pans!

[@JimBerg4u]

In general, electric smoothtops are often much cheaper than their induction counterparts

[@Tooljunkie4you]

Yeah, in general!

[@aaronthenorm5400]

For now; but expect prices to fall as happens with most all new unfamiliar products.

[@aaronthenorm5400]

"Defussor plate"!

[@peterboil4064]

Americans and their puny voltages make me laugh hard

[@Tooljunkie4you]

haha right 😃

[@scavanger1000]

Our stoves use 240V

[@aaronthenorm5400]

American here, think about it; if the majority of us fell for trumps stupid %%@#; that illustrates the lack of intelligence here. Fortunately not all of us are that slow! And induction has finally gained a foothold here. Once the stone-agers give induction a try it will catch on like wildfire. I cut off the gas in my house and have used induction for the past 20 years; will never go back!❤

[@ZimSiseium-pw5gm]

If you prefer to use something that you're already familiar with, stick with an electric cooktop.

[@Tooljunkie4you]

It depends on certain needs and choices.

[@aaronthenorm5400]

Ya; why grow as a person?

[@stellijer]

OK.... I understand about the features and issues like energy and safety for induction - but how WELL do they cook? Such as, how finely tuned are induction? I had an induction plate a few years ago and it didn't handle low-heat subtlety well. Are today's ranges better? And what else in terms of cooking efficacy? I'm strongly considering induction, but want to know I won't hate cooking on it.

[@Tooljunkie4you]

I love Induction. It's energy efficient and safe. But yes, i find a slightly lower food taste than gas range. But today's ranges are better you should try it

[@stellijer]

@Tooljunkie4you Energy efficient and safe are nice, but I'm wondering how well they manage temps across all levels, and how well they will cook. Why would gas give a better flavor? Not that it matters to me, though - I don't have gas in my area, so it's all electric.