What is the best cooker - induction or electric: features work, differences, pros and cons

And induction and the electric option easy to manage - both versions look stylish

Induction and electric stoves are selected for different reasons - in some homes do not have gas, and some prefer the modern tech type of technique. I will describe what features are the two types of technology, we will also consider their main advantages and disadvantages.

Differences induction and electric cookers

To choose the right equipment for the kitchen, let's look at what features, pros and cons of each option there. Only by knowing the intricacies of both types, you can understand what a better and safer electrical and what pan-frying pans to choose options for induction.

Choosing resembling an option, you need to pay attention to the diameter of the burner, and efficiency of the device

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Outwardly, the two cooking surfaces are similar. To understand what a hob you the best fit - electric or induction, it is necessary to understand the principles of operation of each.

For each surface you need to choose "their" pots

What is different from the electric induction:

1. Electric stove is first heated itself, and then transfers the heat to the dishes, which is worth it. An electric current is converted into heat by means of a resistor, so the operation of the device does not need any gas, no matches.
2. Induction hob - on the contrary, she is not heated, but heats up a special dish that is placed on it. The fact that the kitchen utensils in this case acts as a conductor, which receives current. It is created by a generator, which is located under the burners.

Even touching the panel with your hands, you will notice that it remains cold

Advantages and disadvantages

Deciding that it is better, pay attention to the performance. Induction cooker boil a liter of water for 5 minutes, and electric - 10.

In addition, the first economical waste electricity, because the panel surface is not heated, and the very dishes. But electric stoves are cheaper and under them do not need to buy more special pots and pans.

The main plus of the induction surface - safety

Advantages and disadvantages of each option:

induction	Electrical
pros	Minuses	pros	Minuses
Security. Hob not heated.	Buying a new cookware. Only need special cookware with a magnetic bottom.	Large selection of dishes. Cooking utensils can be used almost any material.	Risk of burns. The entire surface of the electric hob heats up during cooking.
High efficiency. The food is prepared quickly with less expenditure of energy.	Price. Induction Cooker more expensive electricity.	The residual heat. Hob slowly cools, and even when the stove is off, you can simmer or braise foods.	The high price of electricity. Utility bills will rise strongly as products consume a lot of electricity.
Additional functions. Most models are included only when they put the pot or pan, and automatically turn off if no utensils on the plate.	An opportunity to improve security through advanced technologies. In the market you can find different kinds of electric ovens, which can be, for example, block against accidental inclusion, as well as devices that automatically shut off if the surface hit or potholder "I run away" food.	air heating. Electric stove heats the entire hob in the kitchen gets hot.

How to choose the dishes?

Choosing which cooking surface suits you best in functionality and convenience - induction or glass-ceramic, pay attention to cooking utensils, because not every pot or pan can be used for such surfaces.

Should be considered when selecting the material of the pan, the thickness and diameter of the bottom

Pots for electric stoves

In general, for electrical options suitable products from any material and it does not matter what kind of cooking surface - glass ceramics or pancakes. It is important that utensils was widespread solid bottom, as products with a thin over time, the bottom may be deformed due to temperature changes.

Better just to choose high-quality pots with a durable bottom

Another important aspect - the diameter of the bottom. It should be no more burners, in order to prevent heat loss and uneven heating of food. Therefore Kazanka, pots and pans non-standard form-wok does not fit.

In the photo - the burners of different diameters, which are necessary for appropriate capacity

When deciding what board to choose, pay attention to the shape of the burner electric cooktop. They may be not only circular but also oval and multi-loop options can be found in current models. Under them you can pick up and Kazanka, and oval pots, pans.

Dishes for induction surfaces

This technique will require the replacement of almost all existing kitchen utensils, because it is only suitable for products with magnetic properties. Otherwise the circuit is not closed, and the plate simply will not perform its functions.

Instructions for use should include Induction cookware icon, as in the photo

For some models are suitable for cast iron and enameled products.

Not to update all utensils, you can buy a magnetic disk, which is simply placed on the hotplate and acts as a conductor. But power consumption in this case is a much larger and easier to just buy an electric car.

Magnetic disk adapter, which helps not to buy new dishes

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I've described the differences between induction and electric models, their advantages and disadvantages. And now you tell me what a stove use at home, and what are the benefits of cooking surfaces more important to you. A few more tips look at the video in this article.