OVENTE Countertop Infrared Single Burner
- Countertop Burner
- 1000 watts
- Corded electric
- 1
A capable, inexpensive backup burner that heats evenly and cleans easily, with the tradeoff that it boils water a bit slower than a coil unit.
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How it ranks among the 56 countertop burners we track
4.2★ across 1,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,000 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Ovente's BGI201S is a 1000-watt infrared hot plate with a 7.5-inch ceramic glass cooktop and a 6-level dial, sized as a single burner for dorms, offices, RVs, or backup cooking.
Because it heats through infrared rather than induction, it works with any flat-bottomed pan instead of requiring induction-compatible cookware, which is the main reason buyers pick it over an induction hot plate. Reviewers who tested it against an older coil-style portable burner found it boils water a few minutes slower but cleans up in seconds with a damp cloth. The surface also holds heat well after shutoff, useful for keeping food warm but a reason to handle it carefully once switched off.
- 1000 watts at 120V
- 7.5-inch crystallite ceramic glass top
- Auto shutoff on overheat
- 2.6 pounds, stainless steel housing
Who it's for
Fits anyone who needs a light, portable extra burner for apartment or dorm cooking, a boat or RV on shore power, or a stopgap when a stovetop breaks. Less suited to anyone who needs the fastest possible boil, since reviewers consistently note it trails a coil burner for speed.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who compared it to a coil-style portable burner found it a few minutes slower to boil but far easier to wipe clean. Several caution that the surface stays hot for many minutes after shutoff, and one reviewer reported the glass developed cracks after about four months of use. Others use it happily as an everyday extra burner for boats, RVs, or high electricity peak hours.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Works with any flat cookware, not just induction pans
- Six temperature levels hold a steady simmer
- Wipes clean in under a minute
- Light enough to pack for boats or RVs
- Boils a few minutes slower than a coil burner
- Surface stays hot well after shutoff
- One reported unit developed cracks after months of use
Performance notes
The infrared element heats the ceramic glass surface directly and works with any flat cookware, unlike induction hot plates that need magnetic pans. A six-level dial holds a low simmer or keeps food warm, and an auto shutoff guards against overheating. Reviewers measured it taking around 9 to 10 minutes to boil a covered quart of water on the max setting, a few minutes slower than a coil burner, and note the surface stays hot for 10 minutes or more after it's switched off.
Specifications
| Brand | Ovente |
|---|---|
| Model | BGI201S |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2.6 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 10.2 × 9.7 × 2.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 1 |
| Heating Element | Infrared |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | BGI201S - Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | User Manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | OVENTE Countertop Infrared Single Burner, 1000W Electric Hot Plate w/ 7.5” Ceramic Glass Cooktop, 6 Level Temperature Setting & Easy to Clean Base, Compact Stove for Home Dorm Office, Silver BGI201S |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in countertop burners.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| OVENTE Countertop Infrared Single BurnerThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 1,000 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Duxtop 1800W Portable Induction Cooktop Countertop Burnerduxtop | 4.4 / 5 | 17,200 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet ESB200B Electric Single BurnerElite Gourmet | 4.4 / 5 | 8,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| IMUSA USA GAU-80305 Electric Single Burner 1100-WattsImusa | 4.2 / 5 | 20,100 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Rosewill Induction Cooker 1800 WattRosewill | 4.3 / 5 | 2,700 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Ovente BGI201S
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Ovente BGI201S work with any pot or pan?
Yes, unlike induction hot plates it heats via infrared and works with any flat-bottomed cookware close to its 7.5-inch diameter, though a flat base gives the best contact.
How long does the Ovente BGI201S take to boil water?
One reviewer measured about 9 minutes to boil a covered quart of water on the max setting, a bit slower than a coil-style portable burner in the same test.
Is the Ovente BGI201S safe to touch right after cooking?
No. Reviewers measured the surface still at over 200 degrees Fahrenheit ten minutes after being switched off and unplugged, so it needs time to cool.