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Because induction cooking uses magnetic properties to generate heat, it requires cookware made with a magnetic metal. Finding pots and pans that fit the bill isn’t as tricky as it may seem.
The majority of new cookware is compatible with induction—the hard part is finding pieces that are worth the investment.
To help you decide, here is a roundup of our top cookware picks that will work well on an induction cooktop or range, plus advice on what to look for when you’re choosing induction-ready cookware.
Induction cooking does require cookware that is induction-ready, and contains enough metal to function with induction’s magnetic field technology. Tramontina offers a wide assortment of induction-ready products that work exceptionally with induction cooktops.
The best nonstick pan for induction
This heavy-bottomed pan is a solid choice if you cook on induction. It heats up quickly and evenly, and it’s super slick.
Good for: Eggs, fish, pancakes, and other delicate items.
Why it’s great:
- It heats fast and evenly. The Tramontina Tri-Ply Base 10-Inch Nonstick Fry Pan has a layer of magnetic steel on its bottom that allows it to work on induction. It heated faster and more evenly than other similar induction-compatible skillets we tested.
- Its surface and shape are ideal. The nonstick surface of this Tramontina pan is especially slick. The pan’s shape is ideal, too, as the flared sides make it easy for you to maneuver a spatula or flip an egg, and the bent lip allows you to pour out oil or other liquids without dribbling. The comfortable, hollow stainless steel handle stays cool.
- It comes in three sizes. The 10-inch size is perfect for the types of tasks that a nonstick pan is best at (omelets, fried eggs), but Tramontina also sells an 8-inch version and a 12-inch size.
Flaws but not dealbreakers:
- You have to use soft utensils (wood, silicone, heat-safe plastic) and avoid using high heat on nonstick pans to avoid damaging the nonstick coating. And we don’t recommend putting this pan in the dishwasher.
- Even with the best care, nonstick pans usually last only from three to five years.
- Some people have expressed concerns about the health and environmental impacts of nonstick pans’ PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) coating.
Read our full review of the best nonstick pans.
A great stainless steel skillet for induction
This skillet is a proven workhorse with durable construction—and it comes with a lid.
Good for: Searing, sautéing, shallow braising, and cooking one-pan meals.
Why it’s great:
- It’s excellent to cook with. The All-Clad D3 Stainless Fry Pan with Lid 12 Inch heats exceptionally evenly. Lightweight and ideally shaped, it has flared sides that make tossing or stirring ingredients easy, and it comes with a lid, which is handy for shallow braises and the like.
- It’s durable and easy to clean. The tri-ply All-Clad D3 is a longtime pick—and the kind of pan that will last a lifetime. It doesn’t take on the slightly brassy hue that other pans get when heated on high (the color change doesn’t affect a pan’s performance, but it bothers some people), and we’ve found it easier to clean than other tri-ply skillets.
Flaws but not dealbreakers:
- Tri-ply cookware tends to click and whine when used on induction, which irritates some people.
- The All-Clad D3 is expensive. If you don’t want to spend quite so much on a tri-ply stainless steel sauté pan that might annoy you, consider our runner-up pick, the Tramontina Gourmet Tri-Ply Clad 12-Inch Fry Pan, which typically costs nearly a third less.
Read our full review of the best skillet.
Tramontina Induction Cooking System
FAQ
Which brand is better for induction stove?
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Top-rated Induction Cooktops
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Amazon Rating
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Bajaj ABS Majesty Slim 2100-Watt Induction Cooktop
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4.2 / 5
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Philips Viva Collection HD4928/01 Induction Cooktop
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4.2 / 5
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Prestige PIC 15.0+ 1900-Watt Induction Cooktop
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4.2 / 5
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Havells Induction Cooktop Insta Cook
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4.1 / 5
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How does Tramontina induction cooktop work?
Does Tramontina cookware work with induction cooktops?
Tramontina Cookware is compatible with all induction cooktops as well as all other conventional cooktops (gas/electric). 2.75 Qt covered saucepan. The cookware has an enamel finish on the outside and a non-stick coating inside. This protects the cooktop surface from scratches when keeping the base of the cookware on top.
Is a Tramontina a good cookware?
In our induction cookware Lab tests, the Tramontina stockpot was the speediest at boiling water for quick pasta nights (just keep an eye on it when making soups and stocks, which might come to a rolling boil faster than you’d expect). The fry pan was excellent for browning steak in our gas range tests but heats less evenly than the All-Clad pan.
Does Tramontina fry pan work on induction?
The Tramontina Tri-Ply Base 10-Inch Nonstick Fry Pan has a layer of magnetic steel on its bottom that allows it to work on induction. It heated faster and more evenly than other similar induction-compatible skillets we tested. Its surface and shape are ideal. The nonstick surface of this Tramontina pan is especially slick.
Which Tramontina sets are induction-ready?
Our best overall All-Clad set and our best value Tramontina set are multi-clad. Aluminum, copper, ceramic and glass are not induction-ready but some manufacturers add an iron or magnetic steel disc to the bottom to make it induction-compatible, like with the GreenPan Valencia ceramic set.