Compatible Cookware Guide for HyperCore™ Induction Cooktops
Using the right cookware is essential for accurate temperature control, steady heating, and proper pan detection on your HyperCore cooktop. The tables below outline compatible cookware requirements, recommended cookware, cookware to avoid, and quick tests to verify compatibility.
HyperCore is up to 3x more powerful than traditional induction, so it is important to have a high-quality pan to ensure compatibility. Low quality pans may return an error or even become damaged due to HyperCore’s high-power output. Brands that we’ve tested are All Clad, Made In, and Misen. There are many pans that you can purchase, please review your pan's compatibility before using.
What Makes Cookware Compatible With HyperCore
Ferromagnetic Base
Requirement
Description
Ferromagnetic material
Only cookware with a magnetic base will work (e.g., induction‑compatible stainless steel, enameled steel, cast iron, carbon steel).
3 or 5-Ply Induction-Compatible Stainless Steel
Layered construction designed for performance and versatility. An aluminum or copper core is sandwiched between stainless steel layers, enabling fast, even heat distribution while maintaining durability and corrosion resistance
Magnet Test
A magnet should stick firmly and evenly to the bottom of the cookware.
Cookware That Works Best
Cookware Type
Why It Works Well
Additional Notes
Induction-Compatible Stainless Steel (Clad)
Balanced responsiveness, even heating, reliable performance in all cooking modes.
Great for everyday cooking tasks.
Cast Iron / Enameled Cast Iron
Highly magnetic and excellent at retaining heat; weight ensures stable sensor contact.
May heat more slowly; ensure smooth, clean base.
Carbon Steel
Magnetic and lighter than cast iron; great for high‑heat cooking.
Ensure the base is flat and not warped.
Cookware That May Not Perform Well
Cookware Category
Issue
Common Results
Partially Ferromagnetic Cookware
Mixed metals (e.g., aluminum layers) reduce magnetic responsiveness.
Uneven heating, hot spots, possible detection failure.
Thin‑Based Cookware
Warps easily when overheated.
Incorrect temperature readings; inconsistent heat; shutdowns from overheating protection.
Lightweight Cookware
Too light to depress the temperature sensor.
Cooktop may fail to detect the pan; Temperature Mode may not function.
Warped, Curved, or Embossed Bases
Poor surface contact.
Inaccurate temperature readings; uneven heat.
Very Small or Very Large Bases
Bases under 4.5" or over 10" may not align with the temperature sensor.
Reduced power, inconsistent heating, possible non‑detection.
Flat, Smooth Base
Requirement
Description
Flat base
Cookware must have a flat, non‑warped bottom to ensure proper contact with the glass surface and temperature sensor.
No embossing or raised logos
Deep logos or uneven surfaces reduce contact and cause incorrect temperature readings.
Avoid curved bases
Concave or convex bases interfere with heating and sensing accuracy.
Correct Size & Weight
Requirement
Description
Minimum base size
4.5 in (12 cm)
Ideal maximum base size
10 in (25 cm)
Adequate weight
Cookware must be heavy enough to depress the temperature sensor and sit level on the surface.
Stability
Lightweight or too‑small pans may not be detected or may heat inconsistently.