An induction cooktop is the best appliance in the modern kitchen because of its ease of use and sleek design that adds elegance to the space. It is a safer option compared to a gas stove and can be carried with you while travelling, especially when you are planning a road trip. The best part of an induction is its cost.
Inductions are not costly and fit the bills if you are looking for an economical and sturdy option. It can fit on your kitchen counter and be used for boiling milk, making delicacies, cooking rice, and preparing different types of dishes. Below are a few options that you can look for if you are confused about what to buy.
Usha Induction Cooktop
Usha’s induction is one of the best in the market, featuring multiple cooking options. You can set it on deep-frying, curry, dosa, idli, and pressure cooker settings depending on what you are planning to cook. You can also manually alter the temperature and time settings with a press of a button. It runs on a 1600 W power supply and has a ‘Keep Warm Function’, helping you avoid reheating curries and dishes. You can also pause it in the middle of cooking and resume cooking a few minutes later.

Price: Rs 2,375
Glen Induction Stove
This induction stove by Glen comes with a digital display for a seamless experience. It runs on infrared technology, designed to quickly heat up the utensil for efficient cooking. With three pre-set menus, you can prepare soup, stir-fry ingredients, or barbeque vegetables and meat. You can keep the appliance working for up to 240 minutes, and it is compatible with flat-bottom pots. It also has a touch sensor that allows you to operate the appliance without hassle, and cold touch handles make it easy for you to lift it up while cooking without burning your hands.
Price: Rs 2,996
Pigeon Induction Cooktop
Pigeon’s induction cooktop features a 7 segmented LED display through which you can control the time, temperature, and cooking technique. Its top plate can withstand high temperatures, making it a durable investment. It also has an auto switch-off option using which you can cook without worrying about burning the ingredients. You can use the appliance for deep-frying, steaming, boiling, pressure cooking, sauteing, and cooking curries.

Price: Rs 1,299
Philips Induction Cooktop
For an effortless cooking experience, invest in a Philips induction cooktop. It offers fast cooking by running on a 2100 W power supply. Its smart sense technology allows it to detect the right vessel, and the slow-cook feature enables you to cook according to the recipe. If you want to cook biryani, you can keep a sealed pot on top of it and let it do the job. The best advantage of this appliance is it can withstand voltage fluctuations without damage.
Price: Rs 3,299
Prestige Induction Cooktop
Prestige induction cooktop has an automatic voltage regulator that keeps the appliance safe and ensures its durability. It comes with Indian menus, for example, if you click on the button with chapati written on it, you will be able to make puffed roti on the induction without hassle. It is also easy to maintain. Once the top surface cools down, you can wipe it off with a damp cloth piece. It will save you bucks on energy usage and prevent the burning of food by switching off automatically.

Price: Rs 1,299

