I have been researching and comparing various brands of Single Countertop Burners. After many comparisons I decided to try the Cuisinart Burner which I received as a gift at Christmas (my request) :) I have used my regular cookware and my very old Cast Iron Skillets several times and have absolutely nothing negative to say. The Burner heats evenly and quick. I completely love the cast iron burner. The Burner is lightweight, easy clean up, and takes minimal space to store it. I highly recommend this Burner!!
The heat control dial turns smoothly, but I think the device only pays attention to it if you go a full setting higher or more. (It goes from 0 to 5.) There may be only 4 or 5 actual heat settings internally. And it burned butter at 1 and a half, and to keep water boiling for spaghetti (true, without a lid), I had to go to 5. Other hot plates I’ve used pretty continuously click on and off - that’s how you know it’s trying to keep the temperature at what you set it at. This one barely clicks on and off at all.
Also, the top became rusty after the first use and I can’t get rid of the rust. It’s about 2 weeks I’ve had it now.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cuisinart.comBy Cuisinart, September 18, 2025
Hello- Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us about your Cuisinart.
Didn’t think this would matter , but not to have to purchase a new coil for Kitchen cooktop for a minute and get the quick heat up on this baby …..Winning !!!!!! Consistency with heat is always prime …..