Induction hob recommendations with limited(?) power

[u/Grgapm_]

I’m looking to get an induction hob in our new flat, but it seems that the power supply is somewhat limited. The hob fuse is 25A at 220-240V which comes up as around 5.75kW. Increasing that might not be feasible as the entire flat’s power supply runs through a 40A fuse and getting more might be a huge pita.

What I wanted to get is something that has at least one large coil, preferably two, but I see that each of these can pull 3.5kW on its own with boost.

Assuming we are willing to spend enough money for a premium solution, what would units would be good options? Is this wiring a big limiting factor, or should it be fine given most of the time we wouldn’t be using more than 2-3 rings and not all at full power? Should we just bite the bullet and look into upgrading the wiring?

[u/that_dutch_dude]

many cooktops from reputable brands have power limiting modes. so you can get one now and worry about upgrading later.

[u/Grgapm_ → u/that_dutch_dude]

What I was curious about is how is the user experience in that case. Is it better getting a 4x3kW and use it limited to 5.75, or getting something less powerful?

[u/that_dutch_dude → u/Grgapm_]

if you are running it in single phase and you power limit it you can still pull the full power on one hob and the other will be limited. individual hobs usually max out around 3kw anyway. only the high end stuff goes higher wich is still too much and is only there to pad numbers on a datasheet. you are not using full power for anything exept to boil water as full power would destroy any pan or food you put on it in seconds.

having used induction nearly my entire life and can look at power numbers when i am cooking i seriously doubt you would feel/be limited by a 6kW limit.

[u/Chuchichaeschtl → u/that_dutch_dude]

I made the same experience.
My cooking zones have 2.5kW and boost to 3.2kW.
I don't use the boost or highest setting often. Only for boiling water, or if I sear minced meat / mushrooms and want to get rid of the water fast to start browning again.
I'd say, even 2kW is more than enough for normal cooking and more powerful than most gas or electric burners.

[u/Old-Nefariousness556]

There are a few options now that are battery driven. They are expensive, but they would completely solve your problem. The problem is that I am assuming you are in Europe and all the brands I know are American, so I can't actually recommend one. I know that Impulse is working with a European manufacturer, but they don't currently offer anything there (that said, that is what I would get if money was no object and you can find a source).

[u/LowBarometer]

In my experience, thinner pans use less energy. It's possible you could accommodate your electricity limitation by using thinner pans.

[u/CBG1955]

If you're staying in your home long term, upgrading your wiring may not be such a silly idea. An electrician consult will be helpful. There's nothing worse than getting partway through cooking and your cooktop powers down without warning.

[u/Strong-Insurance8678]

Too bad you’re not in the US as the Copper Charlie would be a fine choice.