duxtop Induction Countertop Burner
- Number of Heating Elements: 1
- Heating Element: Induction
- Power Source: Induction
- Wattage: 1800 watts
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A fast, precise portable burner for anyone who already owns or is willing to buy induction-compatible cookware, with genuine speed advantages over a standard electric range.
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ASIN: B0045QEPYMModel: 8100MCCategory: Countertop Burners
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Overview
The Duxtop BT-180G3 is an 1800-watt portable induction cooktop with a digital control panel, 15 power levels, 15 temperature settings, and a countdown timer, built for use with induction-compatible magnetic cookware only.
One buyer's account describes a serious dispute with the third-party seller over a defective unit, which is a seller-service issue rather than a fault in the appliance's design.
- 1800-watt max output on standard household power
- 140 to 460 degree F temperature range
- Countdown timer up to 170 minutes
- Auto pan-detection safety shutoff
Who it's for
Suits anyone with induction-compatible cookware who wants fast, precise heat without warming up the kitchen, including apartment cooks needing a portable second burner. Anyone without magnetic-bottomed cookware, or unwilling to buy new pots to use it, should look at a standard electric burner instead.
Pros and cons
- Heats and responds to changes almost instantly
- 15 power and 15 temperature settings for control
- Doesn't heat the surrounding kitchen like a coil burner
- Requires magnetic-bottomed cookware to work at all
- Draws standby power unless unplugged after use
Performance notes
The unit runs on standard 120-volt household power at up to 1800 watts, with 15 power levels and 15 temperature settings from 140 to 460 degrees Fahrenheit giving finer control than most single-burner electric hot plates. Auto pan-detection shuts the unit off after 60 seconds if no compatible cookware is on the surface, a safety feature rather than a performance one.
Specifications
| Brand | duxtop |
|---|---|
| Model | 8100MC |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 5.8 poundslower than 51% of 42 countertop burners |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 1 |
| Heating Element | Induction |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Induction |
| Wattage | 1800 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Glass |
| Color | Gold |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Induction Cooktop |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Push Button |
| Part Number | BT-180G3 |
| Special Features | Electric |
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Frequently asked questions
What cookware works with the Duxtop BT-180G3?
Any pan a magnet sticks well to, between 5 and 12 inches across, including cast iron, enameled cast aluminum, and magnetic-bottomed stainless steel.
Does the Duxtop cooktop use power when turned off?
Yes, one reviewer measured about 38 watts of standby draw while plugged in but off; unplugging after the cooling fan stops avoids this.