An induction stove is fast, safe, and more energy efficient—no wonder it's gaining ground in kitchens everywhere.

Unlike gas or radiant electric stoves, induction technology heats pans directly and very quickly. Because the cooktop surface itself doesn’t get that hot, it’s also especially easy to clean. The only ...

One reason may be that many people think that you need special cookware for induction to work—which isn’t exactly true. What you actually need is magnetic cookware, which is far more common than you ...

Induction cookware must be magnetic and have a flat, thick base Best materials for induction: cast iron, magnetic stainless, tri-ply. Ceramic, glass, copper, and non-magnetic steel fail on induction.

Complete your kitchen with one of these picks.

Compared to gas and electric, induction is a relatively new technology, and there’s still some confusion surrounding it. The most common misconception is that you need “special induction cookware.” ...