Buzz
Compact single-zone infrared cooker, packed with multiple integrated functions.
- Reasonably priced, making it affordable for students.
- Suitable for small spaces such as private rooms, dorms, etc.
- Does not limit cooking utensils.
- Can be moved around the house or taken outdoors for camping, depending on whether you have a built-in or portable cooker.
1.2 Double-zone Infrared Cooker
While a single-zone infrared cooker offers compactness, a double-zone cooker features two separate cooking areas with independent controls.
Most large families opt for double-zone cookers over single-zone ones to cook multiple dishes simultaneously, saving time for family gatherings. The design remains elegant and sophisticated, with added functionalities compared to single-zone cookers.
1.3 Infrared Cooker with 3 or 4 Cooking Zones
This type of product will be upgraded:
- Comes with 3 or 4 cooking zones, allowing multiple dishes to be cooked at once.
- Power output is increased to a higher level.
- Features a multi-mode protection system.
Due to having more features, the price of the product becomes relatively expensive compared to single and double cookers, so it limits the number of customers.
2. Induction Cooker and Its Advantages Compared to Infrared Cookers
Unlike infrared cookers, induction cookers operate based on the principle of electromagnetic induction from the Fu-co current. When the cooker is activated, the current will pass through a copper coil placed under the glass surface of the cooker, generating a magnetic field within a small range below the pot bottom on the cooker surface, thereby heating the pot to cook the food.
Similar to infrared cookers, induction cookers also have outstanding advantages, but at the same time, they also have certain limitations.
2.1 Single Induction Cooker
Similar to infrared cookers, induction cookers also have single induction cookers with a compact and convenient design, featuring only 1 cooking zone. You can cook without fear of burns due to the quick cooling mechanism and no heat transfer to non-cooking zones.
2.2 Double Induction Cooker
A double induction cooker with two separate cooking zones and different controls allows you to simultaneously use two cookers for different purposes. The power will be upgraded and evenly distributed between the two cookers. Simultaneous operation of both cookers will reduce the maximum power of both to ensure safety.
2.3 Induction Cooker with 3 or 4 Cooking Zones
The price of induction cookers is higher than that of infrared cookers due to the safety mechanism of heating only the cooking zone and higher cooking efficiency. Induction cookers with 3 or 4 cooking zones will have more cooking zones and higher power, so the price will be higher than other types of cookers.
3. Similarities Between Infrared and Induction Cookers
Both infrared and induction cookers require stable electricity to operate, unlike conventional gas stoves. Both types of cookers come in various designs (built-in/portable, single/double/multi-cooking zones, shapes, and sizes) and have luxurious, eye-catching appearances.
4. Major Drawbacks of Both
The biggest drawback of infrared cookers is the heat loss during cooking, reducing cooking efficiency compared to induction cookers. Infrared cookers have an efficiency of 70% while induction cookers have an efficiency of up to 90%.
As for induction cookers, the main drawback is being selective about the type of pot/pan; only specialized cooking utensils can be used on induction cookers. In contrast, with infrared cookers, all types of pots/pans/pans can be used.
Conclusion
Briefly comparing the basic differences between infrared and induction cookers, consumers will surely be able to consider the type of cooker that suits the needs and conditions of their family.
