Nuwave Precision Induction Cooktop
- Countertop Burner
- 1400 watts
- Induction
- 1
- Better rated than 80%
A compact, precise induction burner that reviewers describe as reliable over years of near-daily use, so long as your cookware is induction-compatible.
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How it ranks among the 56 countertop burners we track
4.6★ across 390 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
390 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 56 countertop burners we track - how the scorecard works · full countertop burners data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
This countertop burner heats through induction rather than direct contact, offering 81 preset temperatures from 100 to 500 degrees F in 5-degree steps and three wattage levels: 600, 900 and 1400 watts. Built around a 10.25 inch shatter-resistant ceramic glass surface.
Unlike a standard hot-plate burner, this unit heats the pan directly through electromagnetic induction rather than heating the glass itself, so it needs magnetic-bottomed cookware to function at all. Reviewers who switched from bulkier competing burners note the compact footprint stores more easily. Owners who have replaced a worn-out unit describe repurchasing the same model rather than switching brands.
- 81 preset temperatures, 100-500 degrees F
- Three wattage settings: 600W, 900W, 1400W
- 10.25 inch shatter-resistant ceramic glass top
- Automatic shutoff when cook time ends
Who it's for
Suits anyone short on counter or storage space, including dorm, RV and apartment cooking, provided they already own or are willing to buy induction-ready pots and pans. Not for cooks relying on standard aluminum or glass cookware without a magnetic base.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who use the cooktop daily describe fast heating, quick cooldown and a compact size that is easier to store than bulkier burners, with several saying they repurchased the same model after their first one wore out. The main complaint was the surface getting hot to the touch during cooking, which one reviewer said was not advertised.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Requires induction-compatible cookware to work at all
- Surface can get hot to the touch during use despite cool-touch marketing
Specifications
| Brand | Nuwave |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 5.16 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 11.8 × 10.3 × 2.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 1 |
| Heating Element | Induction |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1400 watts |
| Power Source | Induction |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Frying Pan |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | Induction Cooktop |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in countertop burners.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuwave Precision Induction CooktopThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 390 | 3.8 / 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 |
| OVENTE Countertop Infrared Single BurnerOvente | 4.4 / 5 | 5,400 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Nuwave countertop burners
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Nuwave Precision Induction Cooktop work with any pot or pan?
No, it requires induction-ready cookware with a magnetic base; a magnet sticking to the cookware bottom is one way to check compatibility.
What temperature range does the Nuwave cooktop cover?
100 to 500 degrees F across 81 preset settings, adjustable in 5-degree increments.
Is the Nuwave induction cooktop safe to touch while cooking?
It includes auto shutoff and will not start without cookware in place, though at least one reviewer found the glass surface itself got hot during use.