What is the Difference Between Induction Cooker and Normal Cooker?

The main difference between an induction cooker and a normal (gas) cooker lies in the method they use to produce heat for cooking.

An induction cooker uses electricity and electromagnets for cooking. It has a copper coil that produces a magnetic current when a pot or pan is placed on top of the surface. The heat passes directly to the cooking pot, making the pot or pan heat evenly. Induction cooktops are more energy-efficient, with some estimates suggesting that they can deliver up to 90% of the electromagnetic energy generated to the food in the pan. They are also safer and easier to clean, as the surface itself does not get hot.

On the other hand, a normal cooker (also known as a gas cooker) uses syngas, natural gas, propane, LPG, or other flammable gas as a source of energy for cooking. Gas cookers heat the cooktop surface, which in turn heats the cookware and the food. Some heat energy is lost during this process, making gas cookers less energy-efficient compared to induction cooktops.

In summary, an induction cooker uses electricity and electromagnets to heat cooking vessels directly, while a normal gas cooker uses flammable gas to heat the cooktop surface, which then heats the cookware and the food.

On this page

What is the Difference Between Induction Cooker and Normal Cooker?

Comparative Table: Induction Cooker vs Normal Cooker

Here is a table comparing the differences between an induction cooker and a normal (gas) cooker:

Feature	Induction Cooker	Normal (Gas) Cooker
Heat Source	Electricity (uses electromagnets)	Syngas, natural gas, propane, LPG, or other flammable gas
Cooking Process	Heat passes directly to the cooking pot, heating it evenly	Heat is generated through a burner assembly attached to a small gas valve
Efficiency	Heat energy loss is minimal, as heat is transferred directly to the cooking pot	Heat energy loss is larger, as heat can escape into the air
Cookware Compatibility	Requires compatible cookware, such as cast iron or certain types of stainless steel	Cookware is not restricted, as long as it is heat resistant
Safety	No open flame, reducing the risk of accidents and fires	Open flame is present, which can lead to fires and accidents
Cleaning	Easier to clean, as no burner assembly to handle	Can be more challenging to clean, as burner assembly needs to be cleaned
Environmental Impact	More environmentally friendly, as no fossil fuels are used	Less environmentally friendly, as fossil fuels are used

Guilherme Mazui

Guilherme Mazui is graduated in journalism from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) and a master's degree in Communication from the University of São Paulo (USP). In addition, he has experience in advertising writing and has worked as a content editor in several companies.