What type of steaming pot should be used for induction cookers? Which brand? What criteria should be considered when choosing to buy?
Are you wondering about questions like the ones above and topics surrounding the purchase of steaming pots for induction cookers?
If you want to own a quality steaming pot for induction cookers, you should refer to the following information before choosing a steaming pot for your induction cooker.
Requirements when choosing a steaming pot for induction cookers
You may have seen many sets of induction pots advertised and sold at stores, showrooms, electronics supermarkets, etc., but do not know which type of steaming pot for induction cookers is good, or whether the stainless steel steaming pot for induction cookers is of good quality. So, what are the best criteria for choosing a steaming pot for induction cooking?
Choosing the material for the steaming pot for induction cookers
Choosing the material for the steaming pot for induction cookers
If you order online or buy directly, you should carefully check the product description to ensure that the pot material can be used on induction cookers. If you do not pay attention to checking the magnetic structure of the bottom, you may encounter sensor errors and the induction cooker not recognizing the pot when placed on the cooking zone.
We recommend that you choose a stainless steel steaming pot for induction cookers, made of 304 stainless steel, which is rust-resistant and corrosion-resistant. You can also choose stainless steel steaming pots with 3 layers, 5 layers, or 7 layers with an aluminum core for better heat distribution, longer heat retention, and maximum energy cost savings. This is also a safe product that does not produce harmful impurities and, of course, cooks stably on induction cookers. Therefore, when researching what pots are best for induction cooking, always prioritize stainless steel pots with integrated 430 magnetic bottom standards.
Choosing the size
Large steaming pots usually have multiple tiers and vary in size. However, for induction cookers, you should choose a steaming pot with a bottom size ranging from 26 – 32cm and a height of about 6-10cm for the best fit.
Steaming pots for induction cookers with a size of 26cm can usually steam about 1.5kg of rice. If you need to steam larger quantities or steam larger food items such as vegetables, meat, or buns, you should choose a larger steaming pot.
Large induction steaming pot
Sturdy pot handles
Because steaming pots have ventilation holes, you may easily get burned due to carelessness. Therefore, you should choose pots with sturdy handles for each tier, designed with heat-resistant silicone, to easily move as well as stir and flip food evenly. Do not choose steaming pots with many compartments but without handles as shown below.
Ventilation holes
One very important thing when choosing a steaming pot for induction cooking is the ventilation holes. If you choose a large, multi-tiered steaming pot, you should choose a pot with ventilation holes of different sizes at each tier.
For example, the steaming pot for induction cooking needs small ventilation holes to prevent rice from falling to the bottom of the pot. The steaming trays on the upper tier can use larger ventilation holes to steam larger food items.
In addition, you should also choose steaming pots for induction cookers that have a water level indicator, non-stick coating, pot capacity, etc.

The best steaming pots for induction cookers
Sunhouse steaming pot

Fivestar steaming pot

Another steaming pot for induction cooking that is very popular and loved by many women is from Fivestar. With a beautiful design and multiple tiers, you can boil at the bottom and steam various foods on top. Made of stainless steel, it is resistant to oxidation and durable. Suitable for steaming on induction cookers and other household stoves.
Fivestar offers large steaming pots in sizes 24, 26, 28, and 30cm for you to choose from. Especially, the price of Fivestar’s induction steaming pot is quite affordable compared to the quality it provides.
Elmich steaming pot

When using the Elmich steaming pot, you will find it “impeccable” because this pot is imported from the Czech Republic by the Elmich Group, famous for its cooking pots for induction cookers worldwide. Of course, the price of the Elmich steaming pot is also higher than that of the Fivestar steaming pot and the Sunhouse steaming pot.
When using this high-end steaming pot set for induction cooking, you will appreciate its durability and the extremely “premium” shiny 304 stainless steel material. However, currently, the Elmich steaming pot is only available in a small size of 24cm and is still a rare find.
Kocher steaming basket
- Check out the Kocher Lucbeck 5-piece pot set at an attractive price specifically designed for induction cookers

In addition to the above steaming pot products for induction cooking, you can also refer to other types of steaming pots for induction cooking from Elo, Silit, etc., that you should consider choosing based on your investment budget and usage needs.
Köcher is proud to be a pioneer in Vietnam bringing German technology into induction cooking products.


