We've had a full-size induction range since 2019, and no, we'd never go back to gas. We already appreciate the ways in which induction is faster, more precise, and smarter about energy, which is why we took a second look when Impulse launched its new induction cooktop.
The stand-out differentiator is that it has a powerful, lithium-iron phosphate built-in battery that allows next-level performance. Unlike traditional electric stoves, this one connects to a standard outlet and promotes the ease of using renewable energy at home.
What Makes the Impulse Induction Cooktop Different
Traditional induction and electric stoves are reliant on the grid. The Impulse Induction Stove changes that. This kitchen appliance is powered by a built-in 3 kWh battery that gives it the freedom to use stored energy when you’re cooking. That means you get high performance and a built-in backup if the power goes out.
Even better, it recharges itself during off-peak hours—when electricity is cheaper and cleaner—so you can lower your reliance on the grid if you're cooking during the times of day when rates are higher.
It has removable knobs, a detail that helps provide precise control and makes enabling and disabling each burner immediate. In fact, this custom sensing system keeps your pan within a single degree of your target temp whether you're searing or simmering.
The cooktop can push out up to 10,000 watts per burner. If you're keeping track, thats 3x faster than any other induction cooktop with 2x5-4 kW. 5x faster than a gas range. Fast enough to boil four cups of water in under 40 seconds! 👏
And, again, none of this requires an electrician. The cooktop plugs into a standard 120V outlet. No rewiring, no electrical panel upgrades, no headaches.
Speed, Control, and Smarter Energy Use
Power and speed are only part of Impulse's story. This induction model is also about control... the level of control that you often can only find in professional kitchens.
Plus, it’s smart about how it uses power. The integrated battery charges when electricity is cheap and plentiful. When it’s time to cook, that stored energy kicks in, so you’re not pulling peak power from the grid. Here’s how that plays out day to day:
- Measures 30" x 21" and sits 6.5" below the countertop surface
- No waiting for the heating elements to heat up (compared to gas)
- Accurate, steady temperature control for better results
- LED light rings amplify its design
- Works even during power outages (compared to traditional induction or electric cooktops)
- Cuts peak-time energy use (saving you money)
- Uses a 15 A or 240 V, 10–30 A, or 120-volt outlet
- 3 kWh energy storage
- Wireless software updates
- Uses stored, clean energy first
- Arrives ready to install; no electrical upgrades needed
A Cleaner Way to Cook at Home
Impulse Labs is rethinking how kitchens can work, and we love what that means for the industry. Cooking is a major part of home energy use, and as the demand for gas stoves shifts, it's great to see the evolution in products that aren't reliant on fossil fuels.
What’s exciting is how much impact a single switch can have. The company shared that if just 6% of homes used an Impulse cooktop or similar battery-assisted induction range, that would meet all of the country’s distributed battery needs. That means less strain on utilities, more backup power in neighborhoods, and a big leap toward cleaner living—without needing to change your whole lifestyle.
