With such a lot of models of induction cooktops on the market, which should you choose? In order to make a good investment, it’s good to compare different models, and eventually decide which one is the best option for your needs.
Titanium vs Gold
Today we are going to compare two new models of induction cooktops, recently launched on the market: Nuwave PIC Titanium and Nuwave PIC Gold and help you make the right decision. NuWave PIC Titanium 2015 is a little bit expensive than Nuwave PIC Gold so let’s see if its technical features worth the difference of money.
Nuwave PIC Titanium
This induction cooktop has a larger heating surface so that you can use larger pots and pans to cook. There is no secret that in the past customers have expressed their need for using larger pots for cooking more food. Now, you can do this because this new model allows you to use larger pans.
Package
Titanium has precise temperature control, a led control panel and automatic shutoff. Engineers designed this model to be very compact and highly portable. Its measures are 14.3 inches wide x 16.2 inches in depth and 3.6 inch thickness.
Nuwave PIC Titanium can boil water very fast, in only 60 seconds and it has 94 temperature settings. Actually it has plenty of power, 1800 watts and it can quickly heat a pot of water.
In the package will you also find the NuWave PIC Complete Cookbook, a very useful Quick Start Cooking Guide and a DVD with clear instructions. In comparing this model with previous PIC we can observe that Titanium tends to be more precise. It has 5-degree temperature increments. It has a better capacity of controlling temperature.
A very interesting thing with Titanium is that it has a new delayed shutoff characteristic. Precisely, if you have to take the pan from the burner, you can then replace it on the heating surface within ten seconds and continue cooking. You don’t need to restart the induction cooktop. There is also a delay function which will allow you to cook whenever is best for you, even you are not next to the burner.
Titanium was designed for a medium lifespan between 13 and 15 years. Thins means that it is very durable, reliable and it is made of quality components. It is made to last.
You can use Titanium to boil, steam, fry and many many other things. You don’t need different appliances.
Nuwave PIC Titanium 2015 is compact and portable (although customers recommend you to take into account that it is a little bit larger then you would think looking at the picture because of its large heating surface), highly versatile (you can move it from here to there). It helps you cook safe and it has a very efficient energetic consume. Not to mention that Titanium is also very easy to clean after you’ve done your job cooking in the kitchen.
Nuwave PIC Gold
This is an improved version of Nuwave PIC2. In comparison with PIC2 which has 1300 watts, PIC Gold is manufactured with a greater power: 1500 Watts. This means that it heats faster and can boil water more quickly.
Its design is special and cool because it is black and has gold letters and marks. It will suit every elegant and in style kitchen. Although it is very compact, this induction burner has a large cooking surface, measuring 9 inches in diameter.
Besides Precision Induction Cooktop Gold is quite silent.
Precision Induction Cooktop Gold is equipped with 6 different preprogrammed temperature setting. It allows you to cook at 52 different temperatures from 100°F to 575°F. It is very versatile as you can boil water, simmer, deep-fry, but also steam, sear, slow cook and grill. It is light and portable and you can easily find a place for it in your kitchen. You don’t have to worry that with this induction cooktop you will spend a lot of money on energy. Not at all because it uses up to 70% less energy then previous models.
As with all induction cooktops, Nuwave PIC Gold must be used with pots and pans from stainless steel, designed for induction, oar from cast iron. So pans and pots from aluminum will not work.
A very interesting function allows you to save and recall favourite cooking recipes as it has up to 100 hours of memory. So you can record some functions, different temperatures and times and you can choose to repeat them later. Everything is very simple. The menu is intuitive and it can be used even by people that are not so skilled with new technology.
There is also a delay function that allows you to start cooking when it is most comfortable for you. Nuwave PIC Gold has a lot of safety features and helps you cook safe, fast and healthy. When cooking time is completed, it will shut off immediately. This safety measure reduces any risk from burning in the kitchen.
There is also a ten second delay feature that provides safety. You can flip an omelette or a pancake, I mean you can move the pan from the heated surface, without needing to restart the burner. When it is inactive the surface is cool and there is no risk for accidents (especially for children and elder people).
The Nuwave PIC Gold is manufactured according with the latest technology, it is a smart induction burner, ecological and energy efficient. Its surface can be easily cleaned because spills will not burn and stick to the ceramic grass surface. You can pack it away safely when you don’t use it. In the package will will also find a DVD with clear instructions, a Start Guide and a cookbook with lots of recipes.
So what is the difference?
As described above, Nuwave PIC Titanium and Nuwave PIC Gold are two induction cooktops that worth the money. But if you have to make a choice let’s look a little bit closer to the difference.
First, we see that Titanium has a larger heating surface, 16 inches, in comparison with 12.5 inches on PIC Gold.
Secondly, there is a small difference in what concerns the power: 1800 W for NuWave Titanium and 1500 W for PIC2.
Third, the design is different. PIC Gold is a bit more compact because it has a smaller heating surface, it is thinner and better-looking than Titanium, as he is designed with gold lettering and marking. Finally, the price is different and Titanium is more expensive than PIC Gold.
NuWave PIC Titanium 2015 |
Nuwave PIC Gold |
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|---|---|---|
Destination use |
Home Use |
Home Use |
Design |
Black |
Black with gold letters and marks |
Control Panel |
touch |
touch |
Dimensions |
16 x 14 x 3 |
14.5″x12.5″x2.5″ |
Output power |
1800 Watts 60Hz |
1500 Watts |
Warranty |
1 year |
1 year |
Power source |
120V 60Hz AC |
120V 60Hz AC |
Weight |
7 pounds / 11.00 lbs |
6.5 pounds |
Cord Length |
6 ft |
6 ft |
Safety Sensors |
new delayed shutoff; auto-pan detection, diagnostic error message system |
power off when the pan is removed and not replaced within 10 seconds, auto-pan detection, diagnostic error message system |
Heating surface |
12.5 inches |
9 inches |
Led Display |
Yes |
Yes |
Cord Length |
6 ft |
6 ft |
recipe book, guide |
Yes |
Yes |
Price (Amazon) |
Conclusion
If you are a person shopping for a highly versatile induction cooktop, with great power, very durable, safety and energy efficient characteristics, with a large heating surface then you should choose the Nuwave PIC Titanium 2015. This is an improved model and has a better design and a more precise temperature so that you can achieve better cooking. So I strongly recommend it for those people who are looking for a safe, versatile and more energy efficient induction burner.
And if you want to save money, you want a good-looking induction cooktop and 9 inches is best for your needs, then go for PIC Gold.
Have in mind all these things and when you make the achievement and, as NuWave promises, you will “live well for less”.
