Why Choose an Induction Cooktop for Your Modern Kitchen?
Whether you’re undertaking renovations or building a new home, induction stove tops don’t require a gas connection, making induction cooktops easy to install. For modern homes, they provide an immediate response, precise heating and are highly energy efficient. Electric induction cooktops are cool-to-touch and automatically shut off, allowing cleanups after meals to be streamlined.
Things To Consider When Buying Induction Cooktops
An induction cooktop revolutionises the cooking process with its speed, precision, and energy efficiency. Before embracing this modern cooking technology, consider the following key factors to ensure you select the perfect induction cooktop for your kitchen design, cooking needs and lifestyle.
Cooktop Size: Matching Your Cooking Style
Induction cooktops are available in various sizes. Each offering a different number of cooking zones, which determines how many pots and pans you can use simultaneously. Common induction cooktop hob sizes include:
- 2-3 induction hobs: Ideal for small households, limited bench space and apartment living, the 2-induction and 3-induction cooktop orientations sit vertically to save space and provide more room for prep. The best-selling model of 60cm induction cooktops are an ideal fit for most modern Australian kitchens.
- 4-5 induction cooktops: This is one of the most common for households. They range from 60cm to 90cm and provide an ultimate cooking surface for families and avid chefs.
- 6 induction cooktop zones: The 6-induction cooktop often sits at 90cm and offers multifunction cooking with no limitations when it comes to preparing meals. Perfect for large households, meal prep and entertainers, cook a range of dishes at the same time with flexible cooking zones.
Consider your cooking habits and the size of your cookware to select an induction cooktop that accommodates your needs.
Electrical Connection
Induction cooktops require a dedicated electrical connection. If you’re transitioning from gas or traditional electric cooktops, you may need to upgrade your electrical wiring. A licensed electrician is essential for any electrical work when switching over.
Smart & Safety Features
Induction cooktops often feature advanced touch controls with multiple power levels, offering precise temperature adjustments. Cook evenly and efficiently with smart features, such as app connectivity for remote monitoring and control and integration with smart rangehoods for automated ventilation.
Space-Saving Induction Cooktops
For a sleek space-saving solution, consider a 2-in-1 induction cooktop with an integrated rangehood. This innovative design combines the cooking surface and ventilation system into a single unit, with a downdraft rangehood that effectively captures cooking steam, smoke, and odours. The integrated rangehood, typically located in the cooktop's centre, provides fast and efficient ventilation, making it ideal for kitchen islands or open-plan layouts.
Low-Current and PowerLite Induction Cooktops
These induction cooktops are designed to work with existing kitchen electrical setups that support a 20A-rated current and 4.6kW-rated power cooktop. PowerLite induction cooktops simplify the conversion process from electric cooktops, offering an accessible induction cooking experience.
Zoneless Induction Cooktops
Also known as full-surface induction cooktops, these models offer exceptional flexibility. With a single, continuous cooking surface, pots and pans of any size and shape can be placed anywhere on the cooktop, providing the ultimate cooking freedom.
By carefully evaluating your power requirements, required size, cookware compatibility and smart features, you can select the perfect induction cooktop to elevate your kitchen’s functionality.
Top Induction Cooktop Brands
Designer Appliances offers a curated range of induction cooktops from trusted brands including Westinghouse, Bosch, Miele and Smeg, each known for their high-quality craftsmanship, reliable performance and thoughtful, sleek and modern design.
Fisher and Paykel and Westinghouse induction cooktops are well-suited to everyday family cooking, offering reliable performance and intuitive controls, while Bosch induction cooktop models focus on precision engineering, fast heat-up times and flexible cooking zones for efficient, consistent results.
For those seeking a premium experience, Miele induction cooktops deliver advanced features, long-term durability and refined design, making them ideal for modern kitchens. While Smeg induction cooktops combine responsive induction technology with distinctive induction cooktop styles, offering a balance of performance and style. Explore the selection of induction cooktops at Designer Appliances to find a brand that matches your cooking style, kitchen layout and aesthetics.
Discover The Best Designer Induction Cooktops
Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cooking enthusiast, a premium induction cooktop will transform your kitchen into a modern cooking haven. Explore a wide selection of luxury induction cooktops online or at your local Designer Appliances gallery today!