Fagor PORTIND Portable Induction Cooktop

Pros:

• Offers the ultimate in control for electric cooking, versatile and extremely portable, power boost for rapid boil, one large element for all sizes of pot and pans, slide-touch digital controls

Cons:

• Requires magnetic cookware and a substantial investment if you haven’t had any.

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Fagor Portable Induction Cooktop-Review

The portable induction cooktop by Fagor is one of the highest quality induction cooktop ever produced by Fagor using the most cutting-edge technology and modern design innovations with an ever-constant focus on eco-friendly living. If you must cook with a portable induction cooktop, there is absolutely nothing else like the Fagor PORTIND 12 inches portable induction cooktop.

The Fagor PORTIND portable induction cooktop is reasonably priced and is extremely durable that will last for a very long time. For this price tag, the Fagor portable induction cooktop offers the best speed, precise control and energy efficiency that are unmatched by any other cooktops.

Though the Fagor PORTIND portable induction cooktop offers instant heating and cooling times and exquisite temperature control, it requires that you use only compatible cookware. You can check this by seeing if a magnet sticks to your cookware. Most cast-iron and steel cookware will be fine. However, many common nonstick pans have aluminum bottoms, which will not work, as well as glass, copper, etc.

You may already have magnetic cookware, which includes most cast iron, stainless steel and ceramic-covered steel, but if you don’t, you’ll need to replace your pots and pans. If your pans aren’t magnetic and you’re unwilling or unable to buy new ones, then the Fagor portable induction cooktop might not be your best bet.

If you are ready to move to the Fagor portable induction cooktop, get ready for responsiveness no other cooktop can provide. The Fagor portable induction surface requires no time to heat up or cool down; just a quick glide of the controls gives you exactly the temperature you require.

The Fagor PORTIND induction cooktop offers a versatile cooking solution. This versatile indoor/outdoor cooktop is great for entertaining. You can use it as a stylish, elegant centerpiece on the table, for outdoor parties and in the kitchen as an extra cooking zone. Moreover, this portable induction unit offered by Fagor is extremely compact and lightweight. As a result, the cooktop is great for use in your boat, camper, dorm or studio apartment.

One thing worth mentioning is that this unit uses only electricity to power the induction mechanism. Therefore, it won’t work if there is no power supply and it doesn’t accept gas or natural gas and any other source of energy. The low voltage requirement of 120V means that it can be used in any place such as an RV, a mobile home, on the boat, an outdoor party and so on.

The Fagor PORTIND unit is equipped with a large 12 inches element. It can be used in different configurations to best match the size of your pan. To make matters even simpler, a pan-detection sensor lets you know if a pan is placed appropriately on the element.

The model will shut off automatically if no cookware is detected. Besides, when a pot or pan is removed from the burner, the unit will sound a warning and turn off after 60 seconds. That’s the features that I like to see in a high-end unit like the Fagor portable induction cooktop.

A total of six heat settings are provided for everything from a simmering low to a fast-cooking high. For rapid boiling, you can activate the highest power setting that sets the temperature to the boiling level. You’ll be boiling in no time. In addition, the Fagor also offers a warming setting, so you can keep cooked foods warm without overcooking.

The best part about this model is that it’s the only cooktop that allows chocolate or butter to be melted without a double boil. What that means is that the unit is extremely efficient in heat distribution. No hot spots and rings are used in this portable induction cooktop so that the bottom of the cookware heats uniformly.

Available only in black glass, this outstanding induction Fagor PORTIND cooktop is an excellent portable induction cooktop that’s worth considering if you’re looking for only the best.

Benefits and Features of Fagor PORTIND portable induction cooktop:

• Specifications Eurokera Glass Top: Yes
• Stainless Steel Trim: Yes
• Count-Down Digital Timer: Up to 180 Minutes
• Control Panel: Digital Touch
• Power Levels: 6
• Temperature Range: 190°F to 430°F
• Compatible with Induction Ready Cookware: Yes
• Auto-Pan Detection: Automatically Shut Off After 60 Seconds
• Child Safety Lock System: Yes
• Low and High Voltage Warning System: Yes
• Equipped with Diagnostic Error Message System: Yes
• UL Approved: Yes
• Technical Data Rating Voltage: 110 – 120V, 50 – 60Hz, 1300 Watts
• Power Range: 1 – 6
• Timer Range: 1 Minute – 3 Hours

How to Choose a Fagor Portable Induction Cooktop

There are over hundreds of portable induction cooktops on the market, making you choose one that fits your requirements a painstaking task. These portable cooktops are probably equipped with different features and benefits that might look confusing to you and some of them probably don’t even benefit you at all. As a result, you might be paying for an expensive portable cooktop that contains features that you don’t need.

In order to shop for the best portable induction cooktop that fits perfectly your requirements and needs, the following paragraphs contain some shopping guidelines that you can follow in order to find the best cooktop that is not only reasonably priced but also long-lasting and durable.

• Buy a model designed specifically for portable use

If you are looking for a portable induction cooktop, look for one that is not for home use or one that specifically designed for portable intention. A portable induction cooktop should incorporate features such as lightweight, compact, reasonably long power cord, slim and easily be carried and fitted in small or tight places. Moreover, it should be relatively stable when put on a table with a reasonably heavy pan or pot on top of it.

• Try Before You Buy

If you are unsure whether the portable induction cooktop fits your requirement, ask for a live demonstration by the store assistants. Ask him or her to demonstrate how to use the cooktop and all available features and settings. If the store assistants are not willing to do a live demonstration, at least request the induction cooktop to be connected to a power source and have it power up and try it yourself with a pan or pot on top of it. While you are trying out the cooktop, ask the assistant about the availability of all features and their respective benefits.

• Know The Market Price

Most portable induction cooktops should cost averagely in the range of a little over $100 to $300 with fewer costing over $500. The medium-range shouldn’t cost over $300. Even some high-end models should cost slightly over $300. The one costing over $300 is probably too expensive for a one-element portable induction cooktop. If the unit must cost above $300, there must be some kind of justification for the price. For example, some portable induction cooktops are equipped with two elements instead of the usual one element and these types of models are expensive. But then again, the portability of these units is affected since they are heavier and difficult to be transported.

• Know what you’re getting into

Generally, some common features that are seen in most medium-range portable induction cooktops are keep-warm settings, simmer heat level, pan detector, residual-heat indicators, child safety lock, and hot surface light. Some features such as overflow detection, anti overheating limiter, power boost mode, and zoneless features are considered sophisticated features and therefore, are expensive. They are difficult to be found in the low end and medium-range portable induction cooktop. They are usually available in a high-end portable unit or home unit that costs above $500 or even $1000 dollars.

• Don’t Buy the Cheapest Unit

If a unit costs less than $100 or even lower such as those less than $50 bucks, then be wary of what you are buying as the price may sound too good to be true. The word of advice here is to buy a reasonably priced model that is not only durable but also trouble-free for at least several years. The manufacturer warranty is also one important aspect that you need to look into. Most quality manufacturers offer at least a one-year parts and labor warranty.

In short, shopping for a suitable portable induction cooktop may not seem that complicated after all if you have done some research before going straight to the stores. The internet has tones of resources on the specs and prices of most units. All you need to do is to research them first and know the market rate for these units.