5.11 Induction cooktops

5.11 Induction cooktops

An induction cooktop heats your cookware directly, so it cooks faster, uses less energy than gas or traditional electric, and keeps the surface cooler and safer. It is one of the upgrades you may be able to choose through Home Energy Saver.

Key features

  • Faster cooking and responsive temperature control.
  • Uses less energy than gas or traditional electric cooktops.
  • The surface stays cooler, which is safer around children.
  • No open flames and no gas.

How it works

Induction cooktops use electromagnets to heat the pot or pan directly, rather than the cooktop surface. This creates instant heat in the cookware, while the surface stays cool to the touch and very little energy is wasted.

A few key facts

  • Savings: may save around $30 a year on electricity compared with a traditional electric cooktop, and around $400 a year if switching to electric cooking lets you disconnect gas.
  • Uses up to 30% less energy than gas or traditional electric stoves. 
  • You will need induction compatible cookware. A magnet sticks firmly to the base of compatible pots and pans.

Is it right for your home?

An induction cooktop may suit your home if you:

  • want to move off gas
  • want faster cooking and better temperature control
  • want a safer cooktop without open flames.

An induction cooktop may need a dedicated high power circuit, which can mean a switchboard upgrade. If you are replacing a gas cooktop, a licensed gasfitter safely disconnects the gas. Your electrical and safety assessment checks what your installation needs. See Your electrical and safety assessment and Quote.

Available models for Home Energy Saver discounts

Full list of currently available models at: creditex.com.au/hes/products/induction-cooktop

The list may change as products are added or removed, and the models available to you are confirmed at your electrical and safety assessment.