Beko Induction Cooktops
Beko Induction Cooktops for Australian Kitchens
Beko induction cooktops offer fast, precise cooking on a flat ceramic glass surface across 60cm and 90cm widths. The Beko induction range includes standard four-zone models and Flexy zone configurations where adjacent cooking zones can be combined into a single larger zone to accommodate long griddle pans, fish kettles, and other non-standard cookware shapes.
Flexy Zone Technology
Select Beko induction models include Flexy zones, which allow two adjacent induction zones to be bridged and controlled as a single larger cooking surface. This is particularly useful for roasting trays, large casserole dishes, and griddle pans that span the width of two standard zones, providing even heat across the full base of the cookware rather than two separate hot spots.
Compatible Cookware
Induction cooking requires cookware with a ferromagnetic base. Cast iron, enamelled iron, and stainless steel with a magnetic base all work. A fridge magnet held to the base of a pot or pan will confirm compatibility. Aluminium and copper cookware will not work unless specifically designed with an induction-compatible bonded base.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a standard induction zone and a Flexy zone?
A standard induction zone heats a fixed circular area matched to a specific pot size. A Flexy zone can be extended to merge with an adjacent zone, creating a larger rectangular heating area suited to elongated cookware like griddle pans, fish kettles, or large roasting trays. Not all Beko models include Flexy zones, so check the individual product specifications if this feature is important to your cooking style.
Does a Beko induction cooktop require a dedicated electrical circuit?
Yes. Most 60cm induction cooktops require a dedicated 20 amp circuit, and 90cm models may require a higher amperage circuit. A licensed electrician should confirm your kitchen's wiring capacity and install a dedicated circuit if required before the cooktop is fitted. Factor electrical work costs into your overall budget if upgrading from a gas cooktop to induction. Browse the full cooktops range.
Is induction safer than gas for households with young children?
Induction cooktops are generally considered safer for households with young children because the cooking surface itself does not become hot enough to cause serious burns — only the zone directly beneath the cookware heats up, and it cools quickly once the pan is removed. There is also no open flame and no combustion gases. The ceramic glass surface can still be warm after cooking, so caution is still appropriate, but the risk profile is meaningfully lower than an open gas flame.
