Top 5 induction cooktops under $200

These cast-iron induction cooktops have interesting features like large and small plates for fast cooking, simmering and warming. With them you can expect maximum heat distribution and quick heat-up time. Some of them allow users to start cooking at a time most convenient for them, even if they’ll be away from the kitchen.

1.Waring Pro ICT400 Double Induction Cooktop

• Uses up to 70% less energy than conventional cooktops


• Left burner: on/off, 8 heat settings, 150-minute timer; Right burner: on/off, 5 heat settings, 150-minute timer


• Heat shuts off automatically 30 seconds after pan is lifted off


• Safe, exhaust-free and flame-free cooking; Even heating - no hot spots


• Must use with induction-ready cookware

2. Max Burton 6400 Digital Choice Induction Cooktop

• 1800 Watss LCD Control


• One-touch Simmer and Boil buttons make the most-used settings available with a single touch. Also features a Lock to hold settings


• Temperature adjusts from 100° to 450°F in 25° increments to fine-tune heat from just keeping warm to a roaring boil


• 180-minute programmable timer for set-and-forget cooking


• Cook anywhere: dorm room, potlucks, socials; makes a great buffet warmer, too


• 1800W power means faster and more efficient heating

3. Max Burton 6200 Deluxe 1800-Watt Induction Cooktop

• 800 Watts


• LED display


• 10 power levels


• Temperature range from 100°F - 450°F


• 180-minute timer


• Cookware detection sensor


• Overheat sensor; safe for young and old

4. NuWave 30602 Double Precision Induction Cooktop Burner

• 900/1800 Watts


• 100 DegreeF -575 DegreeF temperature range


• 94 different temperatures


• 6 different pre-programmed temperature settings


• 2 hour "Keep Warm" feature (155 DegreeF)

5. NuWave PIC Titanium 2015 Model Year 1800 Watss Highest Powered Induction Cooktop

• Titanium has a larger heating surface 9 1/2 inch the original PIC is only 9 inches overall cooking surface measuring 12 inches total to better accomodate larger pots and pans.


• ALSO INCLUDED: NuWave PIC Complete Cookbook, Quick Start Cooking Guide, Instructional DVD, 94 temperature settings and boils water in 60 seconds


• Extremely precise 5-degree temperature increments - even more temperature control; original PIC can only adjust in 10 degree increments


• PIC Titanium even has a new delayed shutoff feature. If you remove your cookware from the cooktop, you can replace it on the cooktop's surface within 10 seconds and continue cooking without needing to restart.


• NuWave engineer's the unit to meet an average lifespan of 13 to 15 years.