Cooking · Home upgrade

Induction cooktops

Heats your cookware directly for faster cooking, lower energy use and a cooler, safer surface, with no gas and no flames.

Faster cooking

No gas or flames

Cooler, safer surface

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Available models

Induction cooktops currently available for this upgrade. Full specifications are available.

Overview

What is an induction cooktop?

An induction cooktop uses electromagnets to heat the pot or pan directly, rather than the cooktop surface. This creates instant heat in the cookware, while the surface stays cool to the touch and very little energy is wasted.

It cooks faster, uses less energy than gas or traditional electric, and is safer around children. It is one of the upgrades you may be able to choose through Home Energy Saver.

You will need induction compatible cookware. A magnet sticks firmly to the base of compatible pots and pans.

suitability

Is it right for your home?

An induction cooktop may suit your home if you:

  • want to move off gas
  • want faster cooking and better temperature control
  • want a safer cooktop without open flames

An induction cooktop may need a dedicated high power circuit, which can mean a switchboard upgrade. If replacing a gas cooktop, a licensed gasfitter safely disconnects the gas. 

Function

How it works

Magnetic field

Electromagnets under the glass create a magnetic field when you turn on a zone.

Heat the pan

The field heats the cookware directly, so heat appears instantly in the pot or pan.

Cool surface

Because the surface itself barely heats, it stays cool to the touch and safer around children.

Precise control

Temperature responds instantly, giving you responsive, precise control.

At a glance

Key facts

~$400

Possible yearly saving

Around $400 a year if switching to electric cooking lets you disconnect gas.

Up to 30%

Less energy

Uses up to 30% less energy than gas or traditional electric stoves.

Cool to touch

Safer surface

The surface stays cool, with no open flames and no gas.

Magnet test

Cookware check

Needs induction compatible cookware; a magnet sticks firmly to the base.

Knowledge base

Learn more

Full documentation, sizing guidance, maintenance schedules and
installer requirements.

Solar panel product guide

Sizing & installation checklist

Approved models specification sheet