Product photo of the Duxtop 8600BI, shown on its own without cookware.

I tested it

Portable · RV and camping

Duxtop 8600BI

A good choice for a tiny kitchen remodel or ADU where you want one flush burner on a regular outlet. Keep the vents below the cutout open.

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My verdict

My verdict: Buy it if you want a single burner set into a small counter that still uses a regular plug. Skip it if you want many settings.

My test results

1 quart boiled in 4 minutes and 50 seconds.

Most it pulled1,780 watts
Boils 1 quart in4 min 50 sec
Battery per quartabout 13 amp-hours

Quick facts

Power: 1,800 watts; 15 power levels (200–1,800 watts) · Temperature: 15 levels, 140–460°F · Installation: Built-in or countertop · Size: 14.65 × 11.89 × 3.15 inches; 6.8 pounds

Pros and cons

What I liked

  • It drops into a counter and still uses a regular plug.

What I didn't like

  • It has only 15 levels.
  • Some pans whine on it.

My notes

A good choice for a tiny kitchen remodel or ADU where you want one flush burner on a regular outlet. Keep the vents below the cutout open.

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