Induction Stovetops 101: Let’s Get Cooking

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Induction stovetops, also known as induction cooktops, have been around for over a century, but they’re finally finding a place in American homes. This safe, energy-efficient technology offers homeowners a smart kitchen upgrade with a host of benefits. If you’re looking to make a change in the kitchen, find out if an induction stovetop is a good fit for your home. 

What Is an Induction Cooktop?

Induction cooktops are a type of electric cooktop that uses electromagnetic energy to heat specialized cookware. This technology is an alternative to gas and traditional electrical stovetops and offers several advantages. 

The Benefits of an Induction Stovetop

This type of stovetop offers a few notable advantages. 

Induction stovetops are safer.  They don’t get as hot as other types of cooktops, don’t release smoke during use, and don’t emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like gas cooktops. 

Induction stovetops are energy efficient. Induction cooktops use three times less energy than gas stoves and 10% less than electric stoves. 

Induction stovetops are easier to clean because they are flat and cool quickly after cooking. 

The Disadvantages of Induction Cooking

There are a few key drawbacks worth considering before buying an induction stovetop. 

They’re more expensive. Generally speaking, induction cooktops cost more than traditional gas or electric stovetops. However, induction stovetop prices have come down over the past decade, and it’s worth noting that they tend to last longer and require fewer repairs than gas stoves and ovens.

They require special cookware. For induction cooktops, your pots and pans must be made of a magnetic material. However, most iron and cast-iron cookware, steel pots and pans, and cookware specifically designed for induction cooktops all work well! 

Related: Is a Gas or Electric Stove Better?

 The Best Induction Range…

…is the one that works for you! Today’s induction cooktops include a host of nifty features, from touchscreens to pre-set cooking settings to get the temperature just right, a timer, and safety features like automatic shutoff. Induction ranges come in several styles, finishes, and prices, and most manufacturers offer a wide selection of models to suit your tastes and budget. 

Shop Induction Cooking Appliances  at Max’s Today

Max’s Service is your go-to destination for induction stovetops and all your kitchen upgrade needs. Our sales team will help you find the right model, and we’ll deliver and install your stovetop quickly. Make your next upgrade a joy; contact our team today!

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