Last Updated: February 12, 2018
Kitchen Gadgets Maven is reader-supported and may earn a commission when you book or purchase using our links. Learn More
Hot Plates are one of the best ways to extend your kitchen’s cooking capacity. More than that, hot plates are great for the avid traveler, whether your adventures keep you indoors or out, or simply for someone living the dormitory lifestyle.
With the rise of induction heating, maybe you simply want to replace your gas setup with a safer cooking method. Induction hot plates actually use electromagnetic energy to directly heat up the pot or pan touching the surface.
Induction hot plates are more energy efficient because they lose less heat during the energy transfer and cook food faster.
The thing to remember when it comes to induction hot plates is that you will need to have specific cookware that is “induction ready.”
Since induction works through electromagnetic energy you can generally check if your cookware is compatible by testing if a magnet sticks to the bottom of the pan or pot.
Overall, you will find that induction hot plates feature very precise temperature controls and are much safer than their electric coil counterparts which need the whole hot plate surface to heat up in order to transfer heat. Still every hot plate has different features making some better than others.
Table of Contents
Quick Comparison: 4 Best Hot Plates for Boiling Water
| Brand | Induction or Coil | Weight | Dimensions | Timer | Auto Shutoff | Temperature Settings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1. Duxtop 9600LS Our Best Pick  Check Price | Induction | 7.5 lbs | 14 x 11.4 x 2.5 | Up to 10 hours | Yes | 100F-460F |
#2. Secura 9100MC Check Price | Induction | 6 lbs | 14 x 11.4 x 2.1 | Up to 2 hours & 50 minutes | Yes | 140F-460F |
#3. Chef’s Star Check Price | Induction | 6.65 lbs | 17.8 x 15.4 x 4.6 | Up to 2 hours & 59 minutes | Yes | 140F-465F |
#4. Cuisinart CB-30 Check Price | Coil | 8.20 lbs | 11.50 x 11 x 2.5 | None | None | 6 non-specified settings |
1. Duxtop LCD 1800-Watt Induction Burner
The Duxtop 9600LS is one of the most complete models for the consumer market. It is one of the larger models available but has excellent features to keep you cooking.
The Duxtop 9600LS has a sleek design with a touchscreen control panel and LCD backlighting. It has sensors to detect when there is and is not cookware sitting on its surface and will automatically shut off after 60 seconds of no detection. The hot plate also features a great child-lock feature for added security.
This hot plate takes the guess work out of finding the perfect temperature for boiling as it includes a “fast boil” button. Still it will allow you to find a range of specific temperatures up to 460 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Secura 9100MC 1800-Watt Induction Burner
The Secura 9100MC is a great middle of the line hot plate that performs well without breaking the bank. It still features an easy-to-use digital control panel and smooth design.
The Secura 9100 will keep you alerted to food cooking times with a built-in timer feature. It also will keep your energy in check with automatic shutoff once no cookware is detected on the surface within 60 seconds.
This hot plate is one of the lighter weight options, making it a really great choice for those looking to take their hot plates on the road. Even with its smaller design the Secura 9100 can cook your foods at temperatures as high as 460 degrees Fahrenheit.
3. Chef’s Star 1800-Watt Induction Burner
The Chef’s Star induction burner is going to be your best option if you are on a strict budget. It does feature a digital display and while it may be dimensionally on the larger side, it is a lightweight option.
This hot plate can reach temperatures of 465 degrees Fahrenheit and includes a timer that can alert up to 3 hours. Furthermore, in the name of safety this piece won’t even turn on if there is not a pan detected on its surface.
4. Cuisinart CB-30 Cast-Iron Single Burner – Stainless Steel
While hands down, induction is the safer cooking method over electric, it does require specific cookware. If you urgently need a hot plate that can perform well on the cookware you already own, the Cuisinart CB-30 Cast-Iron Burner is your best option.
The Cuisinart hot plate does not have exposed coils in an effort to keep the surface easier to clean and safer. It also features rubber feet to keep the plate from moving around while cooking.
The Cuisinart hot plate does not actually feature specific temperature settings but rather uses a dial with six settings from warm to high heat for its temperature control.
It is perfectly fine to cook on this hot plate for extended periods of times. Even though it is not huge in dimensions, it does carry some weight due to its heavy design.
The Finalists
If you are looking for a hot plate that is going to be great across capacity, safety and design, then the Duxtop 9600LS is going to be the best option.
Its effortless design and exceeding safety features make it the best choice for long-term cooking. It even features a timer that allows for up to 10 hours.
The 9600LS is however the highest priced model so the Secura 9100MC comes in at a very close second and is the best option if price is a factor.
The Secura is lightweight but still packs a wallop of heating power, and it continues to keep things safe with its automatic shutoff feature.
Kitchen Gadgets Maven to your inbox.
Carolyn Crutcher
First, let me introduce myself, my name is Chef Carolyn and I would like to welcome you all to my personal blog Kitchen Gadgets Maven! Wohoo let’s jump in....
