Thinking abt switching from ceramic to induction

xyz123

Hi

Looking to replace freestanding ceramic cooker with built in one. OH feels more comfortable with electric so gas is not an option. So it's either induction or ceramic.

Two questions

1. Is there a decent energy saving for induction as it's more efficient?
2. Any idea where to find reasonably priced non stick pans. Most of one's around 50/75£ mark seem to be stainless steel one opposed to non stick ones.

Ta

jellie

Can't help with the energy savings, but would definitely recommend induction. I love mine.

I got a non-stick frying pan from ebay, unfortunately I can't remember the seller though. Have you tested your existing pans to make sure they can't be used on an induction hob?

jackyann

I love my induction hob as well. I was just reading a thread saying that you need a more powerful extractor hood. Ours was fitted at the same time, and is powerful as we have a through room and we needed it! But do check.

I like the induction hob b/c:
easy to clean
good range of heat - from very slow to very fast
even heat

I can't help about non-stick pans, other than to say that I have always found them a waste of money. I have acquired, slowly, very good quality pans, and never have a problem with sticking. When I got the induction hob, I sadly gave away 2 much loved pans, but the rest are fine - including my 40+ years old Le Creuset frying pan which never sticks!

rustyboy21

OP


The only thing you need to know about pans is that if a fridge magnet sticks to it, then it is ok for an induction hob. If a magnet doesn't stick, they don't work.


I bought some tefal pans, which look as good now, as they did when |I got them 3 years ago. I even bought a large roaster for £10 from Tesco, which is magnetic, so works fine when you want to make gravy with the meat juices.


Energy wise, I don't know, but having been a gas hob only user, the induction hob is quicker, more responsive and easier to clean than anything else.


Cleaning is a doddle. Mine ( indesit) said use W5 glass cleaner on it. Thought it would be expensive until went into Lidl one day and saw that W5 is Lidls own brand name. 99p for glass cleaner, which makes it look like new !


Go into John Lewis, Tesco etc armed with a small magnet, try on the bottom of pans and you will get the right ones easily enough.


Just wait to astonish friends with the £10 note under a pan of boiling water trick !

xyz123

rustyboy21 wrote: »

OP


The only thing you need to know about pans is that if a fridge magnet sticks to it, then it is ok for an induction hob. If a magnet doesn't stick, they don't work.


I bought some tefal pans, which look as good now, as they did when |I got them 3 years ago. I even bought a large roaster for £10 from Tesco, which is magnetic, so works fine when you want to make gravy with the meat juices.


Energy wise, I don't know, but having been a gas hob only user, the induction hob is quicker, more responsive and easier to clean than anything else.


Cleaning is a doddle. Mine ( indesit) said use W5 glass cleaner on it. Thought it would be expensive until went into Lidl one day and saw that W5 is Lidls own brand name. 99p for glass cleaner, which makes it look like new !


Go into John Lewis, Tesco etc armed with a small magnet, try on the bottom of pans and you will get the right ones easily enough.


Just wait to astonish friends with the £10 note under a pan of boiling water trick !

thanks to all.
i have tried the magnet test and my existing ones wont work.

any chance you know the model of your hob?

shown73

I would be interested to read informed comments about any energy saving, since it is my understanding that most induction hobs need an uprated elec supply, ie from 30amp to 40. I gather that this also means that an oven can't be used on that supply, and must be plugged in separately. I'm probably wrong, but I can't seem to find much info on power requirements.

Hintza

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Circulon-Infinite-Anodised-Cookware-5-Piece/dp/B0018S13MM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1390419275&sr=8-1&keywords=circulon

We bought the above 2-3 years ago, great pans. They do a cheaper range too.

Be_Happy

Another vote for induction hob. I changed from ceramic to induction a month ago and can't believe the difference in controllability and speed of reaching boiling point. Don't know about energy saving as new induction uses same electrical connection as old ceramic one, but savings could be in shorter cooking times necessary.


Another great feature in mine (Bosch) is timer that can be set for each individual hob and switches off automatically. Bring things to the boil, turn down the setting, and set the timer - hob bleeps and switches off after set time.


As for pans, take a magnet out with you and check in store if you're not sure. TK Max often have reasonable ones in stock.

EycplUK

including my 40+ years old Le Creuset frying pan which never sticks!

You Cannot beat the Creuset pans we bought a set at Auchan in Dunkirk in 1984 , 5 pans , with lids , with wooden hanging rack + frying pan all for £60 ! still in use every day ! Quality stuff
We prefer Ceramic but that's down to personal choice rather than energy usage !

xyz123

shown73 wrote: »

I would be interested to read informed comments about any energy saving, since it is my understanding that most induction hobs need an uprated elec supply, ie from 30amp to 40. I gather that this also means that an oven can't be used on that supply, and must be plugged in separately. I'm probably wrong, but I can't seem to find much info on power requirements.

Thanks for mentioning that. I would also like to find an answer to this.

pimento

I wanted induction but my hob is over my built under oven and there wasn't enough clearance between the two.

Worth checking that you have enough space if your hob is above your oven.