Nuwave Upgraded Induction Cooktop
- Countertop Burner
- 1800 watts
- Corded electric
- Touch
- Better rated than 80%
A precise induction burner suited to stainless or cast iron cookware rather than thin non-stick pans, useful as an apartment or RV backup burner.
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How it ranks among the 56 countertop burners we track
4.6★ across 383 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
383 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
The Nuwave Titanium induction cooktop pairs an 1800-watt element with a magnetic probe that holds a target temperature instead of just a heat level, running from 100F up to a 575F sear on a 12 inch ceramic glass surface.
Induction only works with magnetic cookware, and several owners found induction-labeled non-stick pans still tripped an E1 error instead of heating, while cast iron and stainless drew no complaints. The probe mode is the real differentiator over a basic hot plate, letting the unit hold a set temperature rather than just cycle power on and off.
- 8 inch heating coil under 12 inch ceramic glass top
- 50F to 575F range in 5F increments
- 5 quick presets from low to sear
- Digital probe for hold-temperature cooking
Who it's for
Cooks who want a precise, portable extra burner for searing, holding sauces warm, or working around a tripped breaker, and who already cook mostly in stainless or cast iron. Less suited to households relying on lightweight non-stick skillets, since several were not detected by the coil.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners consistently praised how fast the unit reaches temperature and how well it holds a setting, with several noting it as a reliable stand-in burner for RVs or when a breaker trips on higher-wattage appliances. The most common complaint was that induction-labeled non-stick pans weren't detected, throwing an E1 error after cast iron and stainless worked without issue.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Adjustable mid-cook without restarting a program
- 1800W setting brings water to a boil quickly
- 106 preset temperatures in 5F steps
- Probe holds a set temperature automatically
- Some non-stick pans go undetected (E1 error)
- Cooling fan runs during operation
Specifications
| Brand | Nuwave |
|---|---|
| Model | 30221 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 7.56 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 14 × 12.3 × 2.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 1 |
| Heating Element | Induction |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1800 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Ceramic Glass |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Digital Smart Thermometer |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Item Type Name | PIC Titanium |
| Part Number | 30221 |
| Special Features | Induction Cooking |
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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 Upgraded Induction CooktopThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 383 | 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 30221
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Nuwave Titanium 30221 work with non-stick cookware?
Not reliably. Some reviewers found induction-labeled non-stick skillets went undetected and triggered an E1 error, while stainless steel and cast iron worked without issue.
What temperature range does the Nuwave 30221 cooktop cover?
50F to 575F in 5F increments, with five quick presets from a 100F low to a 575F sear.
Can I change the temperature mid-cook?
Yes, the digital controls let you raise or lower the target temperature on the fly without restarting the cooking program.