Fagor 670040240 110-Volt Portable Induction Cooktop
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: FagorBrand: Fagor
Model: 670040240
Product features:
- Portable single-burner induction cooktop delivers heats instantly (no flames or fumes)
- 6 adjustable heat levels ranging from 190 to 430 degrees F; cool-touch housing
- Cookware detection, low- and high-voltage warning, and auto shut-off for safety
- 180-minute countdown timer; digital control panel; compatible with all induction-ready cookware
- Measures 14 by 12 by 2-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Fagor 670040240 110-Volt Portable Induction Cooktop
Customer Review: I'm a convert
Summary: 5 Stars
I've had this cooktop for 3 months now and I'm really pleased with it. I bought it to see if I liked induction enough to spring for a whole cooktop when I replace my stove. All but one of my pans worked on it (if you have aluminum cookware you will need to go shopping). I mainly use All-Clad stainless, Lodge cast iron and Chantal enamel on steel cookware. I have an iron, flat bottomed wok that works great with it. It is FAR superior to a hot plate or extra burner. This little unit has become our main stove. I could see using just one or two of these in a cabin, kitchenette, dorm, etc. I've been pleased with my Fagor pressure cooker, so that's why I chose this brand.
What makes me happy:
-incredibly quick response, I think as good as gas
-less heat in the air makes the kitchen more comfortable and cooking is safer
-no charred mess from spillovers etc. Really easy to clean
-fabulous low temperature setting that is barely more than warm. It will melt chocolate beautifully on the lowest setting. No more fiddling with a double boiler.
-I like the timer feature. When the timer ends, it turns off the unit. That's a boon for a distracted cook.
-It's harder to burn things with this cooktop than with gas or electric. Partly because it's so responsive, but I really think it does a better job of maintaining a consistent temperature.
Things you should know:
-as another reviewer noted, there is a hot spot in the middle where all the action is. If you use a really big pan, you'll see where the heat is concentrated. However, I haven't had any actual problems with this. It heats even large pans quite well even though it says somewhere in the manual to use smaller pans.
-if you lean on the front edge it will tip. Sounds dumb, but I've done it.
-there's a brief learning curve to the touchpad controls. Maybe 3-4 days of having to think about it and now it's second nature.
I really hope that induction cooking gains a wider audience in the U.S. It's a fabulous technology that's ready for mainstream consumers.
****UPDATE**** Now I've owned this unit for a year and a half or so. I still love it and I'm using it full time as my main burner. I'm considering buying a second one and never using my old radiant electric cooktop again. As it is, I removed the knobs from my cooktop and this little guy sits on top of it all the time. I'm also not sure I want to replace my old cooktop - a new 4-5 burner induction unit is close to a couple thousand dollars. I can buy a second one of these and probably never know the difference.
The glass surface has become a little scratched because I use heavy cast iron pans on it. (You can put some parchment paper under the cast iron pans to protect the surface, but I forget.)
Description of Fagor 670040240 110-Volt Portable Induction Cooktop
Fagor?s New Portable Induction cooktop provides the fastest, safest, most efficient cooking experience. It uses 90% of energy produced which saves energy and money. The cooktop provides precise and instant heat and cooks 50% faster than gas and electric. With induction, there are no flames, heating elements or gas emissions and the cooking surface surrounding the pot stays cool to the touch, making it an extremely safe portable solution. This versatile indoor/outdoor cooktop is great for entertaining; use it as a stylish, elegant centerpiece on the table, for outdoor parties or in the kitchen as an extra cooking zone. Induction cooktops must be used with cookware that has a magnetic bottom (one that a magnet will stick to). All Fagor Cookware is Induction Compatible.Kitchen and Housewares
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