making the cooktop less dangerous in your home. High-end, portable models, tend to have additional features such as flame failure protection. This will shut off the gas fueling the appliance.

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Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. The West Philly Tool Library is renting out two new portable induction cooktops, so households can try out the gas-free technology ...

This is particularly useful for something portable like this. If you live somewhere where space is at a premium, or are trying to use this in a tight spot, the last thing you want is gas flames ...

Since testing Smeg’s portable induction cooktop I’ve been an induction convert. However, induction cooking takes a little getting used to as it works differently from using a gas or electric ...