Which is better - induction or electric hob?

Stylish design and great functionality of modern technology pleases and greatly facilitates the life of its owners. In this article we will talk about what is better - an induction or electric hob, because many just before such a choice become, buying appliances for the kitchen.

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What is the difference between an electric cooker and an induction cooker?

Between the induction and electric stove, the difference is significant - both in appearance and in principle of operation. Let's consider in more detail the differences, shortcomings and advantages of both types of equipment, and also compare their work on the following most significant criteria:

• principle of operation;
• type of used dishes;
• heating rate;
• is economical in terms of energy consumption;
• security;
• compatibility with other appliances in the kitchen.

Important! You can not choose home appliances only one parameter. It is necessary to take into account a set of features and characteristics in general, to determine what is best - an induction or electric hob.

Function:

• The electric appliance heats the dishes by heating the panel itself, thanks to the built-in heating element.
• The induction panel always remains cold during its operation, while the food heats up and prepares very quickly. The coil, which is located under the cooking surface of the panel, thanks to the principle of electromagnetic induction, activates the magnetic currents in the pot itself.

Used utensils

It is very inconvenient if the dishes are necessary for cooking to choose some special and there are contraindications for using a particular type of pots. Such nuances mistresses should always remember, so as not to bring trouble on the house. How is it with the types of hobs discussed?

Determining for yourself what is best - an induction or electric hob, take note of the following:

• You can use ordinary frying pans and pots made of the usual materials - cast iron, ceramics, enamels and so on.
• To cook food on electromagnetic surfaces, you need special types of dishes that have a magnetic bottom.

Important! The usual dishes on such hobs can only be used with special ferromagnetic labels.

Another important aspect of using this technique is that it does not recognize utensils, the diameter of which is less than 12 cm. Therefore, to weld, for example, coffee in the usual turkey on such a hob is unlikely to work.

Important! This panel will not work until you close the burner by at least 70%.

Cooking Speed ​​

Not all masters want to spend all their free time in the kitchen, and some just do not have the opportunity. Therefore, the question of which plate is better - induction or electric, if cooking time is very important for you, will be quite appropriate.

Let's deal with this point:

• The electric stove will take 4-5 minutes to heat the burner and 10-12 minutes for the water to boil in the saucepan. The degree of heating of the burner reaches 400 degrees Celsius.

Important! Such a hob is not only heated very long, it also unevenly heats food, because of what it can burn.

• The electromagnetic panel will need only 1 minute for heating and 2-3 minutes for boiling water. The burner heats up to 60 degrees on average.

Important! Electromagnetic currents almost directly affect the food, so they prepare it many times faster.

Cost-effectiveness of

This question is unambiguous and understandable. Both versions of the technique for cooking work on the electrical grid, but the induction consumes 1.5 times less energy than the electric one. Therefore, if the saving requirement is a priority, the choice is obvious - the induction hob is better than the electric one.

Safety:

• The electric device in this respect is also inferior to its more modern analog. Since the burners heat up to a high degree and cool down for a long time( about 15 minutes), the risk of getting an accidental burn at touch increases.
• In the induction cooker, the burners quickly cool down( this will only take a few minutes) and the heating is not very high. Due to this risk, an accidental burn is reduced.

Important! A very useful addition to the induction hob is that it simply does not turn on if an object is placed on it accidentally. Especially this nuance is relevant in the house, where there are young children.

The degree of safety should also be considered from a different angle:

• The electric hob is not equipped with the automatic shut-off function in case there is no cookware on the burners at all or boiling water in the pan. But this cooker allows cooking at a minimum temperature, without regulating the degree of heating.
• Electromagnetic hob is the best purchase for forgetful people, because the automatic shutdown system takes care of the dishes and protects from trouble. If water has boiled in a kettle or pan, it will automatically turn off, eliminating spoilage. On the other hand, if you need to cook a dish at a low temperature, so to say, that it is poured, then without your participation and periodic regulation of the degree of heating, the burners can not be dispensed with.

Influence on other household appliances:

• It is recommended not to install an electric cooker near the refrigerator, as during cooking it heats up and promotes the heating of nearby objects. As a result, these two devices with the opposite principle of operation - cooling and heating, will constantly compete with each other, and whichever of them "won", you are unlikely to be pleased.
• Electromagnetic cooktops should be installed away from other household appliances: washing machines, microwave ovens, ovens and so on. Otherwise, the work of this technique may be disrupted, due to the action of the magnetic field.

In this respect it is difficult to say what is better - induction or electric hob. It all depends on what kind of technical equipment is specific to your kitchen.

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Features of the induction cooker

In the course of the described influence on the technique of induction cookers, the natural question arises: if the device so affects the surrounding objects, it means that it has a negative effect on the human body? To some extent, this is indeed the case. Therefore, in order to minimize the harm that such a cooking surface can have on a person, it is necessary to adhere to simple and simple rules:

• Make sure that the ferromagnetic bottom of the dish completely covers the zone of the burner.
• When the device is on, do not press against it with the body.
• Do not use metal objects to stir up food.

Important! Also, an important drawback of the induction plate is the noise of the device. It is explained by the constant operation of the fan, which cools the plate. This is simply necessary, because if the surface is overheated, the device simply turns off.

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Advantages of the

electric cooker Although the induction cooker is the leader in almost all the parameters of the work and safety of the hob, according to some characteristics the electrical one takes precedence:

• Cost. As a rule, electrical panels are much cheaper than electromagnetic ones.
• Noiselessness. This cooker works absolutely noiselessly. When you cook food, you do not hear the annoying monotonous sounds that the induction cooking surface emits.
• Great choice. Modern models will satisfy all customer requests: configuration, color, number of burners, price.

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Result of

How to choose a hob? Electrical or induction?- You will be answered only by yourself, based on your own preferences, needs and opportunities. Both models have their advantages and disadvantages. Here you can give only the following recommendations:

1. If you are looking for a budget option that does not require additional knowledge of use, then your model is an electric stove.
2. If you are striving for convenience, increased security, you have a place in the kitchen, so that away from the stove you could place all the rest of the equipment, then the induction hob will suit you more.

When choosing, use the information provided in this article. Weigh all the pros and cons and you will be able to make a truly successful purchase.