Induction cooktops

Best Portable Induction Cooktop in India

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Short answer

The Bajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 Watts Induction Cooktop is the best overall pick here, as it pairs seven presets with a pan sensor at low power. Anyone looking for a portable induction cooktop is picking a single-burner unit to move between rooms, trips or a spare counter. None of the makers below states a weight or a body size. This guide therefore compares power, controls and safety details.

The Bajaj Splendid 120TS and the Prestige Bliss run at 1200 W. The Bajaj 140TS runs at 1400 W, the Prestige PIC 20 reaches 1600 W and the Lifelong stove reaches 1800 W.

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Comparison at a glance

Comparison at a glance: 5 products compared side by side
ProductPowerPreset menusWarrantyStandout Amazon
Bajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 W71 yearPan sensor View on Amazon for Bajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 Watts Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab)
Prestige PIC 20 1600 W81 yearSpike protection View on Amazon for Prestige PIC 20 1600 Watts Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab)
Prestige Bliss 1200 WNot stated1 yearUser pre-set timer View on Amazon for Prestige Bliss 1200 W Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab)
Bajaj 140TS 1400 W71 yearPan sensor View on Amazon for Bajaj 140TS 1400 W Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab)
Lifelong 1800 Watt 1800 W7Not statedDual auto shut-off View on Amazon for Lifelong 1800 Watt Induction Stove (opens in a new tab)

Specs from each manufacturer's product page. "Not stated" means the maker does not publish it.

The picks

Pick #1Best overall

Bajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 Watts Induction Cooktop

Brand: Bajaj
View on Amazon for Bajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 Watts Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab)
  • Power1200 W
  • Warranty1 year on product

The Splendid 120TS has seven preset menus and adjustable time and temperature settings. A digital display carries an error code communicator. A pan sensor is listed.

Bajaj lists its Voltage Pro feature and gives a 1-year warranty on the product.

Bajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 Watts Induction Cooktop specifications
Power1200 W
Preset menus7 preset menus
TimerAdjustable time & temperature settings
Warranty1 year on product
DisplayDigital display with error code communicator
Pan sensorYes

Pros

  • It combines seven presets with a pan sensor.
  • The display reports error codes.
  • Bajaj lists Voltage Pro.

Cons

  • The control type is not stated.
  • Surge protection and voltage are not stated.

Suits: Users who want a low-power unit with feedback on screen.

Falls short: Bajaj gives no control type and no figure for spike protection.

View on Amazon for Bajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 Watts Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab) Source: bajajelectricals.com (opens in a new tab)
Pick #2Best for many presets

Prestige PIC 20 1600 Watts Induction Cooktop

Brand: Prestige
View on Amazon for Prestige PIC 20 1600 Watts Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab)
  • Power1600 W
  • Warranty1 year

The PIC 20 has eight preset Indian menu options. They are pressure cook, curry, dosa/chapati, idli, deep fry, heat milk, keep warm and sauté. Controls are push buttons.

Prestige says its Intelligent Power Saver Technology optimises wattage by vessel size and menu. It also says the cooktop is BIS certified.

Prestige PIC 20 1600 Watts Induction Cooktop specifications
Power1600 W
Preset menus8 preset Indian menu options: pressure cook, curry, dosa/chapati, idli, deep fry, heat milk, keep warm, sauté
ControlsPush button
Warranty1 year warranty
Surge protectionUp to 4 kV
Voltage230 V

Pros

  • It has the longest preset list here.
  • Surge protection is listed up to 4 kV.
  • The controls are plain push buttons.

Cons

  • No timer is listed.
  • Display and auto shut-off are not stated.

Suits: Users who want many presets in one unit.

Falls short: Prestige lists no timer and no display.

View on Amazon for Prestige PIC 20 1600 Watts Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab) Source: shop.ttkprestige.com (opens in a new tab)
Pick #3

Prestige Bliss 1200 W Induction Cooktop

Brand: Prestige
View on Amazon for Prestige Bliss 1200 W Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab)
  • Power1200 W
  • TimerTimer with user pre-set
  • Warranty1 year

The Bliss offers Indian menu options with no count given. It uses a touch button panel. Prestige lists a user pre-set timer and an automatic voltage regulator.

Voltage is 230 V. Prestige says its power saving technology cooks more food while using less power. It lists an anti-magnetic wall.

Prestige Bliss 1200 W Induction Cooktop specifications
Power1200 W
Preset menusIndian menu options (number not stated)
ControlsTouch button
TimerTimer with user pre-set
Warranty1 year warranty
Voltage regulationAutomatic voltage regulator
Voltage230 V

Pros

  • It has a user pre-set timer.
  • An automatic voltage regulator is listed.
  • Prestige lists a 230 V rating.

Cons

  • The preset count is not stated.
  • Display, pan sensor and surge protection are not stated.

Suits: Users who want touch control at low power.

Falls short: Prestige gives no display detail.

View on Amazon for Prestige Bliss 1200 W Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab) Source: shop.ttkprestige.com (opens in a new tab)
Pick #4

Bajaj 140TS 1400 W Induction Cooktop

Brand: Bajaj
View on Amazon for Bajaj 140TS 1400 W Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab)
  • Power1400 W
  • Warranty1 year on product

The 140TS has seven preset menus and adjustable time and temperature settings. A digital display carries an error code communicator. A pan sensor is listed.

Bajaj lists its Voltage Pro feature and gives a 1-year warranty on the product.

Bajaj 140TS 1400 W Induction Cooktop specifications
Power1400 W
Preset menus7 preset menus
TimerAdjustable time & temperature settings
Warranty1 year on product
DisplayDigital display with error code communicator
Pan sensorYes

Pros

  • At 1400 W it gives a step more heat than the Splendid.
  • The display reports error codes.
  • It has 7 preset menus.

Cons

  • Control type is not stated.
  • Surge protection and voltage are not stated.

Suits: Cooks who want a little more heat from a low-power unit.

Falls short: Bajaj states no voltage and no control type.

View on Amazon for Bajaj 140TS 1400 W Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab) Source: bajajelectricals.com (opens in a new tab)
Pick #5Best for auto shut-off

Lifelong 1800 Watt Induction Stove

Brand: Lifelong
View on Amazon for Lifelong 1800 Watt Induction Stove (opens in a new tab)
  • Power1800 W

The Lifelong stove lists seven preset Indian menus at 1800 W. Lifelong says it switches off when idle or when cookware is removed. It also says the stove has built-in protection against voltage fluctuations.

The product page gives no controls, timer, display or warranty.

Lifelong 1800 Watt Induction Stove specifications
Power1800 W
Preset menus7 preset Indian menus
Auto shut-offDual auto shut-off (when idle or when cookware is removed)
Surge protectionSurge and voltage protection

Pros

  • Dual auto shut-off is listed.
  • Surge and voltage protection are listed.
  • It has the highest power in this guide.

Cons

  • Controls and timer are not stated.
  • Lifelong does not state a warranty.

Suits: Users who want automatic switch-off when moving a pan.

Falls short: Lifelong's page leaves out controls, timer and display. Its product title says 1800 W, but its product page address says 2000-watt, so confirm the rating on the listing.

View on Amazon for Lifelong 1800 Watt Induction Stove (opens in a new tab) Source: lifelongindiaonline.com (opens in a new tab)

How to choose

Weight and size are the main questions for a portable unit, and none of these pages answers them. Check the retailer listing for dimensions before you buy. Until then, the power and protection lines are the best guide to how each unit will behave.

Next, pick a power level. The Splendid and Bliss draw 1200 W. The 140TS draws 1400 W. The PIC 20 draws 1600 W. The Lifelong draws 1800 W.

Think about safe handling. Lifelong switches off when cookware is removed. Both Bajaj models list a pan sensor. On the PIC 20, Prestige lists protection up to 4 kV.

Presets also differ. The PIC 20 lists eight. The two Bajaj models and Lifelong list seven each.

Read the best induction cooktop list for fixed models. The best mini induction cooktop page covers other low-power picks. For pans, see best cookware for induction cooktop.

The five pages are uneven. Prestige and Bajaj give a fuller set of facts for their models. Lifelong gives a short list focused on safety. A thin page is not a bad product, but it leaves you guessing about controls and warranty.

For that reason, the better choices for a buyer who moves the cooktop often are the ones that state their warranty and their protection features. The PIC 20, the Bliss and both Bajaj models all state a one-year warranty on the product.

Feedback on screen is limited. Only the two Bajaj models list a digital display, with an error code communicator. The Prestige and Lifelong pages list no display.

Match the model to the way you will use it. For a hostel room or a second kitchen, the 1200 W Bajaj Splendid and Prestige Bliss draw the least. For a spare burner that must cook a family meal, the 1800 W Lifelong and the 1600 W Prestige PIC 20 give more power.

Related: Best Induction Cooktop in India, Best Induction Cooktop with Safety Features in India.

Verdict

The Bajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 Watts Induction Cooktop suits low-power use with a pan sensor. The Prestige PIC 20 1600 Watts Induction Cooktop suits those who want many presets. The Lifelong 1800 Watt Induction Stove suits those who want dual auto shut-off.

The Prestige Bliss 1200 W Induction Cooktop adds a timer and touch control. The Bajaj 140TS 1400 W Induction Cooktop gives a little more heat with the same pan sensor and display. See best induction cooktop for home use and all induction cooktops.

Our top pickBajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 Watts Induction Cooktop

See our top pick on Amazon for Bajaj Splendid 120TS 1200 Watts Induction Cooktop (opens in a new tab)

Frequently asked questions

Which picks list a weight?

None. Check each retailer listing.

Which one shuts off when I lift the pan?

Lifelong says its stove switches off when cookware is removed. It also switches off when idle.

Which have a pan sensor?

Bajaj lists a pan sensor on the Splendid 120TS and the 140TS. The other three pages do not mention one.

Do they have a timer?

Bajaj lists adjustable time settings on both of its models. Prestige lists a user pre-set timer on the Bliss. The PIC 20 and Lifelong pages state none.

Which has the best protection detail?

The PIC 20 states up to 4 kV. Lifelong names surge and voltage protection without a figure.

Do the pages give warranties?

Bajaj and Prestige give one year. Lifelong does not state a warranty.

Which of these is the lowest in power?

The Bajaj Splendid 120TS and the Prestige Bliss share the lowest listed figure, 1200 W.

Which has the most presets?

The Prestige PIC 20 lists eight. The two Bajaj models and Lifelong list seven each.

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