Is this pot magnetic? (Does a magnet stick to it?) I have an induction cooktop and not all stainless steel is magnetic and works on my cooktop. Thanks!
1859268
According to another reviewer, this pot is not compatable with induction cooktops. It is stainless but has an aluminum clad bottom.
1598958
I don't know about induction stoves, but I checked this pan with a magnet, and it stuck. If you get the pan, enjoy it! I like mine a lot.
449820
Yes, it is magnetic, we have an induction cooktop and it works wonderfully with this type of surface. Enjoy!
139567
I do not have an induction burner, but I think the test to see if the cookware will work on induction is to check and see if a magnet sticks to the bottom. So I tried that, and the magnet did NOT stick to the bottom. It was a pretty strong magnet. So I assume it won't work on induction. That is all I know. Hope this helps.....Pat Woods
814061
It's stainless steel which is magnetic and induction cooking uses magnetism, though I don't know exactly how that works. Other stainless steel pots would probably work, but I bought these because I knew they were made to work with induction, and that the metal wouldn't be mixed or layered with something that wouldn't work as well. You could sure try your regular stainless steel pots first, though, if you have them. If the pot isn't pure stainless steel it wouldn't work, either not at all or not as well, depending on its composition. The answer below is a more scientific answer!
2266669
Magnets will not stick to this pot. All 18/10 and 18/8 Stainless Steel will not have magnets stick.
1107944
The way to determine whether or not a pot is compatible with an induction cooktop is by doing the 'magnet test'. If a magnet will NOT adhere to the bottom of the pan (regardless if the sides of the pot stainless steel) then the pot will most likely NOT be compatible with an induction cook top. Which brings me to your answer - no, a magnet will not adhere to the bottom of the pot so it is unlikely this is compatible with an induction cook top.
601399
No if you take a magnet it doesn't stick to it. I have the Nuwave induction system and with this it gives you a alarm of pots that can't be used and this pot is one that can't be used. Sorry
1680370
No, a magnet does not stick. I believe it is aluminum. I like the pot though. I even use it for corn on the cob and crab legs.
1860454
A magnet did not stick to my pot or insert, but did stick to the lid, and that surprised me. If it's good stainless, it should not be magnetic.
1177785
Well, they say that if a magnet will stick to it, then it is okay for an induction stovetop. I tried it and it doesn't stick, so I would assume that it isn't. Too bad, because I LOVE this pot. I am glad I just have a regular stovetop...I would hate to cook without it.
1739926
This cast Iron Pan is magnetic and it should work on an Induction cooktop. But I am not really sure that it works properly.
250025
Other commenter is correct. I tested with a magnet also and it did not stick, therefore this pot will not work with induction.
1177783
I use it on my GE radiant cooktop which is different from an induction. I went to a GE site where it said the pan would need to have some iron in the bottom to work on an induction cooktop. This pan will not let a magnet stick to it (the test for iron content).http://www.geappliances.com/products/introductions/induction_cooktops/how.htm
1495360
I could not get a magnet to stick to the bottom of my inner pot. I have what I believe is the newest model--mine has the yogurt-making function. Even if a magnet stuck, you should be aware that the bottom of this pot is concave, not flat, so only the outer-most rim of the bottom would make contact with your stovetop. However, the Instant Pot itself has a "keep warm" function.
1686067
Induction cook tops require the bottom of any pot or pan to be magnetic. This cookware has an aluminum base infused between two layers of stainless steel. Using a magnet I personally Checked for magnetic properties. The bottom of the pan is non magnetic therefore, it probably will not work on an induction type range.
138630
Yes, magnets will stick to the bottom of these pans. They're not remarkably firm sticking, but they hold their own weight. I have not tried it on an induction cooktop, but it should theoretically work. ;)