Stove Burner Size Versus Cookware Sizes

Many people believe large diameter cookware requires large diameter burners. A common negative review is smoothtop burners smaller than their largest cookware. While large burners boil water and other foods faster, they are not required for most general cooking. Gas, radiant electric, and induction stove burner sizes are independent of cookware diameters.

In this video:

• Burner size versus cookware size. 00:35
• Heat distribution versus burner size. 3:01
• How burner power levels vary. 4:08
• Cooking with low to medium heat. 5:10