6 Best 24 Inch Induction Cooktop | Skip the Gas Hookup

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The everyday workhorse that flexes to fit a griddle or two separate pots.

The standout feature here is the flex zone on the left side, where two heating areas combine into one large zone. That means you can slide a long roasting pan or a rectangular griddle across both spots for a BBQ party, or control each burner independently when you just need one small pot. It is a flexibility the other mid-range 24-inch models lack — except the Karinear below.

You get 7200W of total power, and each burner has a boost key that pushes a single element to 2500W for 5 minutes of rapid heating. The drag-style slider control lets you adjust the 9 power levels by sliding your finger, which buyers report takes a little getting used to but works well once you find the rhythm. Buyers also note it boils water noticeably faster than expensive gas and that the unit is “still working perfectly after two + years.” The catch: the capacitive touch can be tricky with wet hands, and the fan is audible after cooking — a trade-off for the power density in this size.

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The power king for anyone who prioritizes the fastest possible boiling.

At 8200W total, this model sits 14% higher than the 7200W flex-zone Noxton above, making it the most powerful unit in the roundup. The trade-off for that power is no flex zone: you get four separate round burners without the ability to combine them for a griddle.

Users consistently say it “boils water faster than expensive gas” and that the unit remains “still working perfectly after two + years.” The slider touch controls are sensitive and respond quickly, but owners mention the child lock activates easily and is hard to deactivate, something to keep in mind if you have curious kids. The glass ceramic surface cleans up easily with the included scraper, and the drop-in fit at 22.05″ wide matches the same cutout as the other Noxton model, making it a straightforward swap.

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A flex-zone cooktop that throws in a free pot to get you started.

Like the top-pick Noxton, the Karinear has a flexible left zone that combines two burners into one large heating area for oblong pans. The total power is 7400W, which is 200W higher than the flex-zone Noxton (7200W), though the Noxton still has a slight advantage in per-burner boost power. The Karinear runs on 240V, a 9% higher voltage than the 220V Noxton models, which can affect compatibility with your existing wiring.

The slider touch control is smooth — you drag a bar to adjust power levels without pressing individual buttons. One buyer reports it “boils 2 cups tap water in under 1 minute (twice as fast as previous induction range).” The package also includes a free induction-compatible pot, so you can start cooking immediately even if your old pans are non-magnetic. A few caveats: the timer only beeps and does not shut the burner off, and the sliders are not perfectly accurate at specific numbers.

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The precision model with dedicated ‘Melt,’ ‘Keep Warm,’ and ‘Simmer’ presets.

While most 24-inch induction cooktops make you dial in power levels manually, the BIGoods gives you three preset modes — Melt, Keep Warm, and Simmer — that hold the perfect temperature without constant adjustment. That makes it a strong choice for recipes that require careful low-heat control, like melting chocolate or keeping a sauce warm for a long dinner. The Bridge-SYNC feature lets you pair two zones into one large cooking area, functionally similar to the flex zone on the Noxton and Karinear.

Buyers who replaced name-brand cooktops report that this model “performs as well, or better than, one it replaced” and that it “boils a pot of water with frozen stuff in it in under 3 minutes.” The induction coils reach the edges of the burners, giving more even heating than some premium rivals. A few users mention that the power control uses a pulsing (bang-bang) method that is not ideal for delicate eggs, and the timer only beeps rather than shutting off the burner.

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The ETL-certified model that is also at home in an RV or a yacht galley.

Empava is one of the more recognizable names here, and this 7400W cooktop comes with cTUVus certification for the US and Canada. That safety mark matters if you are installing the unit in a boat or RV where insurance requirements are stricter. It weighs 25 pounds, which is on par with the other glass-ceramic models, but the included US-standard power cord simplifies installation (most competitors are hardwire-only).

Buyers have put this in RVs and yachts specifically because it eliminates open flames. One reviewer noted that after a defective first unit — which was replaced — the replacement “works correctly” and offers “actual max wattage ~100-200W below rating per Victron display,” meaning real-world power is close to the advertised 7400W. The 9 heat levels range from melt to rapid boil, and the maker claims it boils water 50% faster than a traditional radiant cooktop. A common complaint: power is shared between burners, so using multiple zones at max heat reduces individual burner output.

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The only white model here if your kitchen demands a light-colored appliance.

Most 24-inch induction cooktops come in black glass, but the Summit SINC4B242W offers a clean white ceramic glass surface that blends with white or stainless-steel kitchens. It delivers 7000W total across four zones: two large 8 1/4″ elements at 2000W each, and two smaller 6 1/4″ elements at 1500W each. The layout is designed so pans do not collide, which is a real concern on a 24-inch surface.

Buyers who replaced a 23-year-old coil burner say it “heats quickly, cooks hotter/faster” and handles a heavy water bath canner’s weight. A minority have had reliability issues — one buyer mentioned an F1 error pad failure within weeks, and another found the heat settings inaccurate, saying “heat settings inaccurate (1-2 not simmer, 5-6 low/med-high, only 8-9 work as expected).” Safety features include automatic shutdown, overheat protection, and overflow protection that temporarily disables the control panel if liquid boils onto it.