I tested it

Portable · Double burner

Cooktron Double with Knob Control

A two-zone portable with a real dial for each side. It's my "best with knobs" pick in the double-burner guide, too.

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My verdict

My verdict: Buy it if you want a plug-in double burner with a dial on each side. Skip it if you want lots of settings.

My test results

1 quart boiled in 5 minutes and 5 seconds on one side.

1 quart, one side on5 min 5 sec
1 quart, both sides on high9 min 5 sec
Low simmerSteady (non-pulse low)

Quick facts

Power: 1,800 watts shared; 9 power levels · Temperature: 10 settings, 140–464°F · Controls: Rotary knob, touch keys and display per zone · Low heat: Continuous low-power heating, per the maker

Pros and cons

What I liked

  • Each zone has its own dial.
  • Its low heat is steady.

What I didn't like

  • It has fewer settings than most.
  • Some owners report early failures.

My notes

A two-zone portable with a real dial for each side. It’s my “best with knobs” pick in the double-burner guide, too. Some owners report early failures, so keep your receipt.

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