By Abhijeet Sen | Updated: April 5, 2026 10:31 AM IST
In this scneraio, electric cooking options like induction, infrared, and traditional coil stoves are becoming practical alternatives, but choosing the right one isn’t always straightforward.
Heats the utensil directly, making it the quickest and most energy-efficient option.
Works only with magnetic (induction-compatible) utensils like steel or cast iron.
Compatible with aluminium, glass and non-magnetic cookware- very flexible.
Slightly slower and consumes more electricity than induction but still practical.
Budget-friendly and simple, ideal if you just need a temporary solution.
Induction is ideal for daily use; infrared suits mixed cookware; coil is backup only.