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Westinghouse 60cm Induction Cooktop
WHI645BE
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Electric Induction, 60cm, 4 Zones, Touch and Slide Controls
- Glass Ceramic Surface Induction Zones
- Timer, Keep Warm, Pause, PowerBoost, Hob2Hood
- Child Lock, Residual Heat Indicator, Auto Safety Switch Off
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Westinghouse
- Model Number:
- WHI645BE
- Cooktop Size (cm):
- 60
- Maximum Cooking Power:
- 3200W
- Number of Zones:
- 4
- Controls:
- Touch and Slide - 9 total levels
- Installation:
- Must be installed by a licensed electrician, do not DIY install
Cooking Appliances
- Cooktop Type:
- Induction
- Cooktop Fuel Type:
- Electric
- Cooktop Surface:
- Glass Ceramic
Options
- Functions:
- Timer, Keep warm, Pause
- Timer:
- Yes - Programmable 99min,Countdown
Safety
- Safety:
- Child lock, Residual heat indicator
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Ceramic Glass
- Additional Features:
- Timer, Keep Warm Function, Pause, PowerBoost, Hob2Hood, BoilProtect, Bridging
- What's In The Box:
- Cooktop Secure Clips
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Cooking Appliances
- Cooktop Type:
- Induction
- Cooktop Fuel Type:
- Electric
- Cooktop Surface:
- Glass Ceramic
Safety
- Safety:
- Child lock, Residual heat indicator
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 51
- Product Width (mm):
- 590
- Product Depth (mm):
- 520
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 118
- Box Width (mm):
- 680
- Box Depth (mm):
- 600
- Box Weight (kg):
- 12
Product Reviews of Westinghouse 60cm Induction Cooktop
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.9 out of 5 stars from 19 reviews
100% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Heats food very quickly, with precise and simple touch controls.
- Easy to clean; just a wipe removes messes, no fuss required.
- Includes useful features like boil protection and a bridging zone.
- Safer than gas—cooks efficiently but the surface stays cool to touch.
- Looks modern and stylish, lacks knobs for a streamlined finish.
- Great value—offers high-end features at a more affordable price.
Pros
Cleaning (7)
Easy (5)
Speed (3)
Safety (1)
My new induction hotplate.
I love this hotplate because it is so fast. So accurate, easy to control and wipes clean without the fuss. It's making my life much easier.
Jill
Confirmed purchase 8 August 2026
Published on 2 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great addition to the kitchen
Upgraded from ceramic cooktop - great purchase.
Annette
Confirmed purchase 7 June 2026
Published on 5 August 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great value
Easy to use and clean
Virginia Watson
Confirmed purchase 30 June 2026
Published on 28 July 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Just wonderful
I love the instantaneous speed of heat yet the safety of a cool top & the simplicity of cleaning. This model has all the extras that top brands offer, for a fraction of the price! Both of us preferred gas, had almost always had gas cooktops in our 70+ years. Both of us are now, absolute converts!
Jennifer
Confirmed purchase 15 June 2026
Published on 15 July 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Works well
So glad we changed from gas to electric - cooking made easier and safer.
Emma Wilkins
Confirmed purchase 30 May 2026
Published on 24 June 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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russell
Confirmed purchase 18 May 2026
Published on 10 June 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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First induction Cooktop, very happy!
Love my new cooktop, the controls are super easy. love the boil protect and controls are super easy to see and responsive. Have had trouble in the past with some ceramic cooktop controls both cheaper ones and expensive.
Karen
Confirmed purchase 30 April 2026
Published on 27 May 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Cook with style
Great how it has no knobs. Touch screen operation. Awsome how it automaticaly turns on the range hood
Grover
Confirmed purchase 17 December 2025
Published on 14 January 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great cooktop
Great cooktop, has effective bridging option for larger pans - great for making gravy in roasting pans, love the boil protect function.
mick
Confirmed purchase 20 August 2025
Published on 16 September 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Love the boilover protect feature!
Very happy with our Westinghouse induction cooktop. Good price point and has many features that we appreciate including boil protect, extendable zone for bigger pot sizes, rapid heating, etc. The surface looks good and is easy to clean.
Marg Daly
Confirmed purchase 3 August 2025
Published on 27 August 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Westinghouse 60 cm Induction Cooktop is a mid-range 4-zone model designed for busy home cooks and families who want fast heat, flexible pan use and simple controls. Its bridge zone, timer, BoilProtect and Hob2Hood support make everyday cooking easier and safer. A key limitation is that it needs induction-compatible cookware and does not offer the larger flexible cooking surfaces found on more premium cooktops.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Family Cooking
- Weeknight Meal Prep
- Multi-Dish Cooking
- Entertaining at Home
- Large Pan Cooking
Where it works best
- Family Kitchen
- Open-Plan Home
- Apartment Kitchen
- Entertaining Space
Who it’s for
- Family Household
- Busy Home Cook
- Frequent Entertainer
- Safety-Conscious Parent
Things to consider
It requires induction-compatible cookware, and compared with premium models it offers a bridge zone rather than broader flex-zone or full-surface cooking.
Family cooking suitability
8.5/10 - four zones, a bridge zone and timer support family meals and cooking multiple dishes at once.
Energy efficiency score
8/10 - induction heats cookware directly for responsive cooking with less wasted heat, though no published star rating is provided.
Cookware compatibility assessment
Requires induction-compatible cookware; best suited to homes already using magnetic pots and pans.
Safety rating
8.5/10 - child lock, residual heat indicator and pause function provide strong everyday safety support.
Ease of cleaning
9/10 - the flat black glass ceramic surface is simple to wipe down and has no raised burner elements.
Key benefits
- Bridge Zone: combines two zones to better accommodate larger pans, grill plates or oversized cookware.
- Touch and Slide Controls: makes heat adjustments quick and intuitive when cooking multiple dishes.
- Programmable Timer: helps manage different dishes with less guesswork and better timing.
- BoilProtect: detects rising bubbles in compatible pots and lowers heat to help prevent boil-overs.
- Hob2Hood Compatibility: can connect with compatible rangehoods for automatic fan response while cooking.
- Pause Function: temporarily lowers heat across all zones so you can step away without fully stopping cooking.
- Child Lock and Residual Heat Indicator: adds reassurance in households where safety matters.
Q: Does this cooktop need special pots and pans to work?
A: Yes. WHI645BE works with induction-compatible cookware that has a magnetic base. Aluminium, copper or glass cookware will not heat unless it has an induction-ready base, so some kitchens need new pans when switching from gas or ceramic.
Q: Can the bridge zone heat a large roasting pan evenly?
A: It can suit larger cookware better than using a single zone, because the bridge function combines two zones into one cooking area. It is best for cookware that spans both linked zones properly, not oversized pans hanging well beyond them.
Q: Will Hob2Hood work with any rangehood or only selected models?
A: Hob2Hood works only with compatible rangehoods that support the same feature. WHI645BE can automate fan response when paired correctly, but it will not add smart control to a standard rangehood that lacks Hob2Hood compatibility.
Q: How does BoilProtect work on the Westinghouse WHI645BE cooktop?
A: BoilProtect detects rising bubbles and reduces heat to help stop a pot boiling over. It works with compatible pots, so it should be treated as a helpful safeguard rather than a substitute for matching cookware and normal supervision.
Q: What happens when you use the pause function mid-cook?
A: The pause function temporarily lowers heat across all zones when cooking is interrupted. It is useful for answering the door or dealing with a spill, but it is not the same as switching the cooktop off completely for a longer break.
Q: Are the touch slide controls easy to keep clean?
A: Yes. The control area sits flush on the glass ceramic surface, so there are no knobs to clean around. Spills should be wiped once the surface is safe to touch, because residue on the control area can affect touch response.