Before proceeding to the analysis of the pros and cons of induction cookers, let's see how this model differs from the others. It's all in the flat hob, as well as in the heating process, based on the principle of electromagnetic induction.
In the market such plates appeared relatively recently - in the 80s of the XX century. Their price was too high, so the demand for such an invention was small. Even today, the most widely used induction cookers are in the restaurant business. But, as it happens, eventually everything quickly becomes obsolete, new technologies appear, and "old" goods begin to become cheaper.
Why choose the
induction cooker? If you talk about the process of cooking, it's worth noting the following positive points:
- You do not have to wait long until the cooker heats up and cools down. So, when compared with a gas stove, this process takes half the time.
- These models have several adjustment modes. For example, you can quickly heat the soup( boil water) or slowly stew the meat.
- If desired, it is possible to increase the power of the burner at the expense of another, and also to set a certain heating temperature.
In terms of safety, the induction cooker also has many advantages. How often do you think that you can get burned while cooking? In the case of this model, one can forget about such thoughts. Not only that there are no flames, this "smart" plate is turned on when you put on a burner, for example, a pan.
And only the dishes are heated, not the stove( after use, the surface may be warm, but this heat is transferred from the dishes you used during cooking).In addition, the diameter of the bottom should be at least 12 cm. So, if you accidentally drop, say, a fork, it will not heat up.
If we analyze the above, we can bring a few more advantages of induction cookers:
- there is no allocation of excess heat, so there is no need for additional air conditioning of the room;
- energy saving due to rapid heating of the burners;
- you do not have to worry that your baby will touch the stove( even if it happens, it will not get burned).
And, finally, in order to ensure that the cooker is always clean, you do not need to exert much effort. If pieces of food accidentally fall on the induction cooker, they will not burn. Hence, you can easily remove them, using a cheesecloth, a dishwashing sponge or a wet napkin.
Disadvantages of induction cookers
As with any coin, both sides and induction plate have not only pluses, but also disadvantages.
You probably need to buy special dishes. To begin with, of course, it is worth checking out the one that you have at home. This is easy: you need to attach a permanent magnet to the bottom. If it sticks, this dish will be suitable for an induction cooker.
What can I put aside right away? Utensils made of aluminum, copper or heat-resistant glass. Iron or steel will do. Also one of the drawbacks is the "fragility" of the induction cooker. Models made of glass ceramics are "afraid" of blows, and during installation one must be very careful, since negligent attitude can lead to the appearance of cracks.
It is not recommended to install an induction cooker over any metal surfaces. For example, above the fridge, dishwasher or oven. Therefore, if you live in a small apartment, you may have problems with the placement of kitchen furniture and household appliances.
Summing up
The acquisition of an induction cooker greatly simplifies the life of any hostess. This can be understood if you list the advantages of using it:
- security;
- simple operation;
- saves you time and energy.
Separately it is worth noting the design of induction cookers. They will perfectly fit into the interior of the kitchen, regardless of the style of decoration. Such models look simple, but at the same time elegant.
And as it was said above, the most important disadvantage for many consumers is the high cost of induction cookers. But if we compare all the advantages of using it, we can conclude that such a purchase is a good investment. In addition, many household appliances stores hold regular promotions. Hence, there is always the opportunity to purchase an induction cooker at a discount.
