Westinghouse 60cm Ceramic Cooktop
WHC642SC
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Electric 60cm 4 zones knob control ignition
- Glass ceramic surface with stainless steel trim
- 9 power levels with easy-to-clean ceramic surface
- Residual heat indicator and automatic safety switch off
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Westinghouse
- Model Number:
- WHC642SC
- Cooktop Size (cm):
- 60
- Maximum Cooking Power:
- 2300W
- Number of Zones:
- 4
- Controls:
- Knob - 9 total levels
- Installation:
- Must be installed by a licensed electrician, do not DIY install
Cooking Appliances
- Cooktop Type:
- Ceramic
- Cooktop Fuel Type:
- Electric
- Cooktop Surface:
- Glass Ceramic
Safety
- Safety:
- Residual heat indicator
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Stainless Steel Trim & Control Panel / Black Ceramic Glass
- Additional Features:
- Hot surface indicator, Easy-to-clean ceramic surface, Stainless Steel Trim finish with painted silver knob controls
- What's In The Box:
- Cooktop Secure Clips & Seal
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Cooking Appliances
- Cooktop Type:
- Ceramic
- Cooktop Fuel Type:
- Electric
- Cooktop Surface:
- Glass Ceramic
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Stainless Steel Trim & Control Panel / Black Ceramic Glass
- Additional Features:
- Hot surface indicator, Easy-to-clean ceramic surface, Stainless Steel Trim finish with painted silver knob controls
- What's In The Box:
- Cooktop Secure Clips & Seal
Product Dimensions
- Cutout Size (mm):
- 560 x 490
- Product Height (mm):
- 46
- Product Width (mm):
- 606
- Product Depth (mm):
- 505
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 600
- Box Width (mm):
- 680
- Box Depth (mm):
- 108
- Box Weight (kg):
- 9
Product Reviews of Westinghouse 60cm Ceramic Cooktop
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.6 out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
100% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Easy to use with clear red lights indicating active hotplates
- Simple design without unnecessary features, does its job well
- Marks appear easily but are removable with proper cleaning
- Looks stylish and is straightforward to keep clean
- Useful safety feature showing which hotplate is on or still hot
- Highly rated for performance and overall customer satisfaction
Pros
Easy (3)
Cleaning (1)
Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 7 August 2023
Published on 6 November 2023
Yes, I recommend this product.
Check out what this reviewer thought after the first 3-6 months.
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Victoria
Confirmed purchase 18 July 2022
Published on 2 August 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Westinghouse cook top
Great item and service ,perfect replacement cooktop
Richard
Confirmed purchase 28 January 2022
Published on 29 April 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
Check out what this reviewer thought after the first 3-6 months.
Functional , good even heat on the hot plates
I am very happy with this product.
Susie
Confirmed purchase 17 March 2022
Published on 1 April 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Westinghouse cook top
This is a great item and the service was excellent
Richard
Confirmed purchase 28 January 2022
Published on 12 February 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great back to basic hotplate
A very good and fuss free hotplate. Does the job it needs to do without bells and whistles. Only scored 4 stars as it marks easy, howevere, marks removed with Jiff.
Pegasus1965
Confirmed purchase 2 September 2021
Published on 24 December 2021
Yes, I recommend this product.
Check out what this reviewer thought after the first 3-6 months.
Sorry...My cooktop was to be installed today, but electrician required elsewhere...do knobs come off for cleaning?
Send me another review form after 24th March, please
Mary McEwan
Confirmed purchase 16 February 2021
Published on 19 March 2021
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Westinghouse 60cm ceramic cooktop
Great cooktop. Does everything asked of it.looks great.
Darryl Field
Confirmed purchase 23 January 2021
Published on 11 February 2021
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Its great
It looks great and works well. Easy to keep clean and love the red lights warning the hot plates are on
Lesley
Confirmed purchase 22 October 2020
Published on 25 January 2021
Yes, I recommend this product.
Check out what this reviewer thought after the first 3-6 months.
Looks and cooks great
The best features I like are: immediately when you turn on a plate it lights up in red so you know which plate is on at a glance, then when reaches a certain temperature the hot plate light goes off and the small area at the front shows which one is on
Lesley
Confirmed purchase 22 October 2020
Published on 18 November 2020
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
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At a glance
This 60cm Westinghouse ceramic cooktop is a practical electric option for households wanting simple everyday cooking with four zones, a dual variable zone and easy knob controls. It suits standard family meals, regular saucepan use and kitchens after a clean black glass look. Its main limitation is that it offers fewer advanced features than premium induction or touch-control models.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Cooking
- Family Meals
- Multi-Pan Cooking
- Standard Electric Kitchen Upgrades
Where it works best
- Family Kitchens
- Apartment Kitchens
- Rental Upgrades
- Everyday Home Cooking Spaces
Who it’s for
- Families
- Everyday Home Cooks
- Renovators Seeking Simplicity
- Buyers Replacing an Older Electric Cooktop
Things to consider
Compared with premium induction or specialist cooktops, this model uses traditional ceramic electric heating, so it does not offer the faster response, cooler-surface performance or advanced smart features found on higher-end alternatives.
Family cooking suitability
Well suited to small to medium family cooking with four zones and a flexible dual zone for varied cookware.
Easy cleaning score
8/10 - smooth ceramic glass surface is easy to wipe clean, though the trim and control area still need regular attention.
Kitchen integration fit
9/10 - the 60cm format, black glass finish and stainless steel trim make it an easy fit for many modern kitchen layouts.
Safety rating
8/10 - residual heat indicators support safer everyday use, though it lacks some of the advanced safety features seen on higher-end models.
Key benefits
- 4 Cooking Zones: Lets you cook multiple dishes at once for smoother meal preparation.
- Dual Variable Zone: Adapts the cooking area to suit different pot and pan sizes more easily.
- 9 Power Levels: Gives you finer heat adjustment for simmering, heating and boiling.
- Residual Heat Indicator: Helps reduce accidental contact with zones that are still hot after cooking.
- Easy Clean Ceramic Surface: The smooth glass surface is simpler to wipe down after everyday use.
- Black Ceramic Glass Finish: Delivers a modern look that pairs well with many contemporary kitchens.
- Stainless Steel Trim: Adds a durable edge finish that helps frame the cooktop neatly.
- 2.2kW Powerful Zone: Provides stronger heat on one zone for quicker boiling and high-heat cooking tasks.
Q: Will this suit replacing an older 60cm electric cooktop?
A: Yes, in many kitchens. The Westinghouse WHC642SC measures 606 mm wide, 505 mm deep and 46 mm high, so it suits a common 60cm cooktop position, but the existing bench cut-out and electrical connection still need to match. Discuss with your electrician.
Q: Is this cooktop as responsive as induction for quick heat changes?
A: No. Westinghouse WHC642SC is a ceramic electric cooktop, so it usually heats and cools more gradually than induction when you change settings. It offers nine power levels for control, but it is not the fastest option for rapid response cooking.
Q: Does the Westinghouse WHC642SC use knobs or touch controls?
A: Westinghouse WHC642SC uses knob controls. That suits buyers who want a familiar manual control layout, and it avoids relying on touch inputs on the glass, but it does not offer the flatter control area found on full touch designs.
Q: Can the dual zone handle larger pots and frying pans?
A: Yes. The dual variable zone lets you match the cooking area more closely to medium or larger cookware, which helps with wide saucepans and larger frying pans. It is still one zone with adjustable size, not an extra burner.
Q: Does the surface stay hot after cooking finishes?
A: Yes. Westinghouse WHC642SC can stay hot after the zone is switched off because ceramic glass retains heat, and the residual heat indicator shows when a zone is still cooling. That helps with awareness, but the surface is not cool-to-touch straight away.
Q: Is the stainless steel trim removable for easier cleaning?
A: No. The stainless steel trim on this model is fixed rather than removable, so cleaning is done around the edge instead of lifting the trim off. The ceramic surface is flat and straightforward to wipe down, but food can still collect along the border.
